Quotes from the announcement from WeAreSC.com and SacBee.com:

“It was the coaching staff, their (USC) style of play, and the school
itself that put them over the top. The location was definitely a plus
for me, and my parents can come and see my games. Even if USC was far
away, they are on national television every week, so they could still
see me play."

…“The first thing I noticed about the camp was the intensity,” said
Armstead. “I feel like if I go to USC, the coaches will make me the
best player I can be. They’ve been honest and up front since the start,
and I took notice of that."

…“USC wants to move me around the defensive line,” he said. “Coach
Carroll and coach Holt want me to play defensive end and tackle, which
is fine. I would say I prefer defensive end a little more, only because
its harder to get double teamed and I can really use my athleticism.”

…"USC has been my first choice, and I’ve told all the coaches I would go
there," he said. "The only way I’m changing my mind is if USC stops
contacting me and recruiting me."

With the verbal from Armond, we are now up to 12 commits for the 2008 class.  Next on the possible commitment list is Brice Butler who is announcing later this week.