Overview
- CBS Sports' Chris Hummer is cited as reporting Birchmeier's intent to enter the portal.
- The 6-foot-5, 312-pound lineman appeared in 26 games over the past two seasons, including 10 in 2025.
- His on-field role was largely on special teams, reflecting limited playing time on offense.
- Birchmeier was Penn State’s first commitment in the 2023 recruiting class and a highly regarded offensive line prospect.
- He would be the fourth Nittany Lion reported for the portal, joining Elliot Washington II, Chaz Coleman and Joey Schlaffer.