Considered a four - star recruit by Rivals.com , he was recruited to USC and joined the football team .
Darnold was a two - sport athlete at San Clemente High School , playing football and basketball .
Considered a four - star recruit by Rivals.com , Darnold was recruited to USC and joined the football team .
Darnold was a two - sport athlete at San Clemente High School , playing football and basketball .