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3 Dark Horse Players Who Could Become Household Names for Penn State Football in 2026

With plenty of proven veterans following Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell from Iowa State to Penn State this offseason, and Campbell retaining a few key stars from Penn State’s 2026 roster, the names to know ahead of the 2026 season will not come as a surprise for most Penn State fans.

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Penn State Nittany Lions lose out on an elite in-state recruit in an embarrassing fashion to a worse program

The Penn State football program just lost out on elite wide receiver Khalil Taylor to the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The Penn State Nittany Lions just lost a recruiting battle they should have won.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / ESPN / July 6

Ex-Penn State pledge Khalil Taylor picks Nebraska

Four-star wide receiver Khalil Taylor commits to Nebraska.

College Football News / Nittany Central / July 6

5 Transfers Who Could Transform Penn State Football in Matt Campbell’s First Season

Matt Campbell didn’t just inherit Penn State Football’s roster. Campbell rebuilt it. The Nittany Lions made one of the greatest roster overhauls in recent college football history, bringing in roughly 40 transfers, many of whom played for Campbell at Iowa State.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 6

At Penn State, Matt Campbell Says He's Building a Partnership With Terry Smith

Upon getting the Penn State football job, Matt Campbell placed his first staff phone call. It was to Terry Smith, then the Nittany Lions' interim head coach, asking him to stay.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 6

Rally in the Valley: Penn State Capitalizes on 2028 Recruiting Momentum After Elite Commitments

There are still roughly five months from the 2027 recruiting class officially putting pen to paper, but it is never too early to look ahead to what Penn State Football is putting together in next year’s cycle.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 6

Stealing SEC Elite: Inside Matt Campbell’s 5 Biggest Recruiting Wins for Penn State Football

Early National Signing Day is still five months away, and in the current NIL recruiting era, things can change in an instant it seems. However, during this July recruiting dead period, let’s take a look back at where Penn State Football’s 2027 class sits at the moment and the top five players in Penn State‘s class.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 6

Where Penn State Stands on Receiver Khalil Taylor's Decision Day

An important recruiting day has arrived for Penn State, as 4-star Pittsburgh-area receiver Khalil Taylor announces his decision. Taylor, once part of the 2027 Penn State football recruiting class, is scheduled to make a new call at noon ET Monday.

Tony Rojas News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 4

Penn State's Tony Rojas Gets Positive Progress Report Toward 2026 Return

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State linebacker Tony Rojas had 25 tackles through four games last season and looked to be on pace for a career year. However, in the week leading up to the UCLA game, Rojas sustained a torn ACL in practice, causing him to miss the rest of 2025.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 4

What Penn State's Matt Campbell Prioritizes When Recruiting Quarterbacks

Penn State has landed commitments from two quarterbacks over the past six weeks, both of whom will play major roles in shaping Matt Campbell's future offenses.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 3

Penn State football lands a player they have been waiting for at a position that’s extremely crucial

The Penn State Nittany Lions are recruiting well in the 2028 recruiting class, as they have just landed quarterback James Armstrong. The Penn State Nittany Lions scored a massive recruiting win when four-star quarterback James Armstrong committed to the program.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 3

10-Sack Potential? How LaVar Arrington II’s Position Switch Solves Penn State’s Edge-Rushing Needs

With Penn State Football rebuilding its defense this upcoming season, sophomore LaVar Arrington II has a real chance to be a breakout defender for the Nittany Lions.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 3

Could Beaver Stadium Become America’s Largest Stadium? Why the Penn State Football 109,000 Fan Projection is Important

Penn State Football could soon be able to make a unique claim in college football – home to the largest football stadium in the nation. The stadium is

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 3

Roster Overhaul, Big Linemen, and a Manageable Schedule: Why Penn State Football is Set for a Massive 2026 Breakout

With just about two months until Penn State Football kicks off the 2026 season, excitement is high for Penn State head coach Matt Campbell‘s first year in Happy Valley.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / July 2

Penn State scores biggest recruiting win of the young Matt Campbell era with four-star QB James Armstrong

Armstrong made his commitment to Penn State over Kentucky and Pitt on Thursday.

Michigan's Big House could lose ranking as largest U.S. stadium to Wolverines rival

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

Penn State’s Foundational Piece: Why 4-Star QB James Armstrong is the Most Crucial Early Win of the Matt Campbell Era

Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell picked up a massive commitment for the Nittany Lions‘ 2028 class when quarterback James Armstrong committed to the Nittany Lions on Thursday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

‘Best in PA Stay in PA’: 4-Star QB James Armstrong Makes Blockbuster Commitment to Penn State

With a new staff in a new region, Penn State Football was incredibly far behind in its pursuit for a quarterback in the recruiting class. However, Quarterbacks

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

Beyond the Jerseys: Why Penn State Football’s New Adidas Contract Changes Everything for Nittany Lions

Penn State Football, and the university at large, formally flipped the page on a new era Wednesday. After 33 years with Nike, the Nittany Lions embarked on a monumental 10-year agreement with Adidas to end one of collegiate athletics’ longest clothing ties.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

New Penn State Strength Coach Reid Kagy Sets Bold Goal for 2026: ‘Most Violent Team in the Nation’

July 1 marked a new era for Penn State Football, with the move away from Penn State‘s 33-year partnership with Nike to a new partnership with Adidas. In

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 1

Michigan's Big House could lose ranking as largest U.S. stadium to Wolverines rival

Michigan Stadium, is currently the largest stadium in the United States. But perhaps not for long.

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / BodyBuildingBros / June 30

Penn State National Football Shares Team Workout Routine

The Penn State football team is well into its strength cycle for the summer, and it doesn’t take an explanation when looking at all of the “Iron Lion” apparel that fills up the Lasch Building weight room.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / 5 GOATs / June 27

Penn State five-time NCAA champion Carter Starocci to make amateur boxing debut

Carter Starocci, the only five-time NCAA wrestling champion in college wrestling history, will make his amateur boxing debut Saturday. Justin Basch reported the news the former Penn State standout will do it locally.

Kirby Smart News / Yardbarker / June 15

Georgia Bulldogs flip four-star WR Jamir Dean from Penn State

The Georgia Bulldogs went hard after the commitment for four-star wide receiver Jamir Dean from Alcoa, Tennessee.

Cal beats out USC, Texas, BYU for massive four-star OL Isaiah Bertola

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian not ruling out a potential Arch Manning twist after 2026 season

Arch Manning returning to Texas in 2027 could spell doom for Steve Sarkisian

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Drew Allar News / Yardbarker / June 10

Update on Drew Allar emerges after Roethlisberger comments

Update on Steelers' Drew Allar emerges after Ben Roethlisberger comments

Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger voiced some noteworthy concerns regarding what he had thus far seen from rookie quarterback and 2026 third-round draft pick Drew Allar. During the latest episode of "The Yinziders" podcast, Steelers reporter Mike DeFabo of The Athletic shared an update about Allar's ongoing development.

Steelers' Will Howard, Drew Allar can learn this important lesson from Aaron Rodgers

Alex Highsmith linked with four teams after Steelers sign Nick Herbig to extension

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