Overview
- Former Ohio State running back James Peoples committed to Penn State on Tuesday night, becoming the 24th transfer and bringing two years of eligibility after 541 rushing yards and five touchdowns across two seasons.
- Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht followed Campbell to Happy Valley as a one-year, win-now starter, and incumbent Ethan Grunkemeyer entered the transfer portal after Becht’s arrival.
- Penn State bolstered its defensive front with Colorado edge Alexander McPherson, Oklahoma State tackle Armstrong Nnodim and UCLA tackle Keanu Williams to address immediate line needs.
- Defensive hires became official with Tyson Veidt named linebackers coach and Ikaika Malloe appointed defensive line coach and run game coordinator.
- The class is anchored by a large Iowa State contingent, including quarterback Alex Manske, who is viewed in reporting as a longer-term option behind Becht.