In a stunner, the nations No. 1 outside linebacker shuns OSU and decides to join another power

The USC Trojans have scored a huge commitment - in more ways than one. Palaie Gaoteote, The No, 1 rated outside linebacker (class of 2018) as per 247 Sports, and a 5-star recruit, is headed out west to join the Pac-12 team. Here's what he said:

The USC Trojans have scored a huge commitment - in more ways than one.

Palaie Gaoteote, The No, 1 rated outside linebacker (class of 2018) as per 247 Sports, and a 5-star recruit, is headed out west to join the Pac-12 team. Here's what he said:

FIGHT ON✌️ pic.twitter.com/KNKeQBH66T

— PALAIE GAOTEOTE IV (@ie_2018) February 19, 2017

It's a surprise because 247's crystal ball prediction had the Ohio State Buckeyes as a solid favorite (75%) to land the 6'2, 230 pounder. He's also the No. 1 rated prospect in Nevada and No. 14 overall prospect in the nation, so he's a big get.

Five-star 2018 Bishop Gorman LB Palaie Gaoteote commits to USC over Ohio State, others @clevelanddotcom https://t.co/24ElnLiI13

— Bill Landis (@BillLandis25) February 19, 2017

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