The University of South Florida made a major statement on the recruiting trail this week, securing a commitment from one of the Southeast’s most disruptive interior defensive linemen:
Trenton Sager Quinn, a powerful, high-upside defensive tackle out of Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Georgia.
At 6-foot-3 and 285 pounds, Sager Quinn brings a combination of size, strength, and motor that has made him one of the most coveted defensive prospects in the 2025 cycle. His commitment is a significant boost for USF’s rising recruiting profile under head coach Alex Golesh, and it signals that the Bulls are ready to battle bigger programs for blue-chip talent.
A Trench Warrior from Georgia
Sager Quinn is the kind of interior presence that defensive coordinators build their schemes around. In his junior season, he totaled 52 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, and 5 sacks — impressive numbers for a defensive tackle often double-teamed on every snap. He thrives in the trenches, using quick hands, a low pad level, and violent leverage to wreck blocking schemes and collapse pockets.
But his stats only tell part of the story. Watch his film, and you’ll see an interior lineman with rare explosiveness off the snap and relentless pursuit on every down. Whether it’s stonewalling the run or flushing the quarterback from the pocket, Sager Quinn is involved in almost every play.
Lowndes head coach Adam Carter praised his star lineman’s work ethic: “Trenton is a difference-maker on and off the field. He brings intensity, focus, and a team-first mentality. USF is getting a special player and a great young man.”
Why USF?
Though he held offers from programs such as Mississippi State, Georgia Tech, UCF, and Louisville, Sager Quinn chose USF after an official visit to Tampa that left a lasting impression.
“I felt at home the minute I stepped on campus,” he said after announcing his commitment. “The coaches showed me love from day one. They made me feel like a priority, and I believe in what Coach Golesh is building.”
Indeed, Golesh’s vision for USF — one built around speed, toughness, and development — is resonating with recruits, especially in talent-rich states like Georgia and Florida. Sager Quinn fits that identity perfectly. He’s a gritty, no-nonsense defensive lineman who plays with a chip on his shoulder and lives in the weight room.
Building Momentum in the 2025 Class
With Sager Quinn on board, USF’s 2025 class continues to gain steam. He becomes the highest-rated defensive commit so far and provides a crucial building block in the heart of the Bulls’ future defense. His presence also helps USF make a statement in Georgia, a state that has historically been dominated by SEC recruiting powerhouses.
The Bulls aren’t just picking up talent — they’re picking up believers. And in Trenton Sager Quinn, they may have just landed their defensive cornerstone for years to come.
