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Penn State Lands QB Rocco Becht as Campbell Brings 15 Iowa State Transfers

Becht arrives with familiarity in Campbell’s system, targeting a mid-April return after labrum surgery.

Overview

  • Becht committed Sunday and is expected to be Penn State’s immediate starter after totaling 9,274 passing yards and 64 touchdowns at Iowa State.
  • Penn State’s incoming group from Iowa State has reached 15 players, highlighted by RB Carson Hansen (2025 All-Big 12), WR Brett Eskildsen, TE Benjamin Brahmer and OL Trevor Buhr.
  • Defensive additions include linebackers Kooper Ebel, Caleb Bacon and Cael Brezina along with safety Marcus Neal and defensive lineman Alijah Carnell.
  • ESPN reports Becht had post‑season labrum surgery on his non‑throwing shoulder and is planning to be full-go around mid-April.
  • The Cyclones lose their 2025 leaders in passing, rushing, receiving and tackles, while the NCAA transfer window remains open through Jan. 16.