University Southern California Trojans
2026 USC Football Signing Day
Roster
Josiah Jefferson
- Position:
- Tight End
- Height:
- 6-4
- Weight:
- 235
- Class:
- Junior
- Hometown:
- Chula Vista, Calif.
- High School:
- Southwestern College
Jefferson, a four-star recruit, is ranked as the No. 5 JUCO player in the nation by 247Sports, No. 8 by ESPN and No. 16 by Rivals. He is rated as the No. 3 JUCO player in the state of California by 247Sports and No. 7 by Rivals. He is touted as the No. 1 JUCO tight end in the country by 247Sports, Rivals and ESPN.
In 2025 at Southwestern, he recorded 36 receptions for 444 yards (12.3 avg.) and 4 TDs. Prior to the season, he was named a Preseason Junior College All-American by JucoGridiron.com.
In 2024 at Southwestern, he tallied 23 receptions for 213 yards (9.3 avg.). He was named to the 2024 All-Mesa League First Team.
In 2023 as a senior at Mater Dei High School, he recorded 11 receptions for 166 yards (15.2 avg.) and 3 TDs. Jefferson helped Mater Dei win the 2023 CIF Open Division State Championship and the 2023 CIF Southern Section Championship. Mater Dei was named the 2023 High School Football America and SBLive/Sports Illustrated Power 25 National Champion.
Jefferson also played basketball in high school. His brother is Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson.
