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Makai Lemon

Makai Lemon is an American college football wide receiver currently playing for the USC Trojans. He distinguished himself in 2025 by winning the Biletnikoff Award, which recognizes the most outstanding wide receiver in college football. This award highlights his exceptional skill and performance at the collegiate level.


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2021: High school football success

During the spring 2021 season, Makai Lemon caught 43 passes for 756 yards and nine touchdowns, earning first-team all-state honors by MaxPreps. As a junior in 2021, he recorded 65 receptions for 1,062 yards and 15 touchdowns, being named first-team junior All-American and first-team all-state by MaxPreps.

2023: Limited playing time at USC

In 2023, as a freshman at USC, Makai Lemon had limited playing time, catching six passes for 88 yards. Towards the end of the 2023 season, he also played cornerback due to injuries to other players.

2024: Breakout game and leading receiver

In 2024, Makai Lemon had a breakout game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, totaling 256 all-purpose yards and scoring a touchdown. During the 2024 season, he became USC's leading receiver with 52 receptions for 764 yards.

December 17, 2025: Declared for the NFL draft

On December 17, 2025, Makai Lemon declared for the 2026 NFL draft.

2025: Won Biletnikoff Award

In 2025, Makai Lemon won the Biletnikoff Award, recognizing him as the top wide receiver in college football.