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AP Names Penn State’s Vega Ioane, Kaytron Allen All-Americans as Ioane Declares for NFL Draft

The selections spotlight Ioane's draft move alongside unresolved questions about Allen's bowl plans.

Overview

  • Vega Ioane earned second-team Associated Press All-America honors and has opted out of the Pinstripe Bowl after declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft.
  • Kaytron Allen received third-team AP recognition after a 1,303-yard, 15-touchdown season that made him Penn State’s all-time rushing leader at 4,180 yards.
  • Ioane also landed Walter Camp All-America honors and, per Pro Football Focus, did not allow a sack in 2025.
  • Allen has accepted a Senior Bowl invitation for January as part of his pre-draft preparation.
  • Allen’s Pinstripe Bowl status has not been announced publicly, though one outlet reported he opted out, while others noted no decision shared.