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Tony Rojas Announces Return to Penn State for 2026 Season

The move stabilizes a thin linebacker unit, with a medical redshirt for 2025 possible pending approval.

Overview

  • Rojas confirmed on Instagram that he will stay at Penn State for his senior year under new head coach Matt Campbell.
  • In 2025 he logged 25 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss and two sacks in four games before a season-ending practice injury the week after the Oregon loss.
  • Because he played only four games, he could seek a 2025 medical redshirt if his application is approved under NCAA rules.
  • Penn State’s defense regressed after his injury, making his veteran presence valuable as D’Anton Lynn takes over the unit.
  • Roster churn continues, with quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer and linebackers Karui Jackson, Keon Wylie and Anthony Speca reported in the transfer portal.