Penn State fans have been eagerly awaiting the update to the team’s jersey numbers, and now the official roster is live. Let’s dive into the details.
Iowa State Transfers
- Chase Sowell (WR): 0
- Zay Robinson (WR): 2
- Jamison Patton (DB): 3
- Jeremiah Cooper (CB): 4
- Brett Eskildsen (WR): 4
- Alex Manske (QB): 7
- Karon Brookins (WR): 8
- Kooper Ebel (LB): 8
- Cael Brezina (LB): 9
- Caleb Bacon (LB): 10
- Benjamin Brahmer (TE): 18
- Carson Hansen (RB): 21
- John Klosterman (LB): 22
- Hunter Sowell (CB): 29
- **Marcus Neal Jr. ** (S): 31
- Vaea Ikaoula (OL): 54
- Alijah Carnell (DT): 56
- Will Tompkins (OL): 66
- Trevor Buhr (OG): 70
- Kuol Kuol II (OL): 74
- Cooper Alexander (TE): 80
- Gabe Burkle (TE): 84
- Ike Ezeogu (DE): 88
Other Transfers
- **Keith Jones Jr. ** (WR, Grambling State): 15
- Connor Barry (QB, Christopher Newport): 17
- Ibn McDaniels (CB, Syracuse): 24
- Omarion Davis (S, Boston College): 27
- Alexander McPherson (DE, Colorado): 33
- Chris Fileppo (LB, West Virginia): 34
- Nathan Tiyce (P, Mississippi State): 38
- Brock Riker (C, Texas State): 51
- Tyshon Huff (OL, Tiffin University): 72
- Hunter Albright (OL, St. Francis): 76
- Armstrong Nnodim (DT, Oklahoma State): 91
- Siale Taupaki (DT, UCLA): 92
- Cristiano Rosa (K, JMU): 95
- Keanu Williams (DT, UCLA): 97
- Dallas Vakalahi (DT, Utah): 98
Freshmen
- Kase Evans (QB): 12
- Peyton Falzone (QB): 14
- Josiah Zayas (CB): 17
- Amarion Jackson (WR): 19
- Tyrell Chatman (CB): 20
- Bryson Williams (S): 28
- D’Antae Sheffey (RB): 29
- Christian Askew (S): 30
- Mason Bandhauer (OL): 56
- Ben Whitver (WR): 81
- Jackson Ford (DE): 89
Notably, Amarion Jackson will begin his journey as a wide receiver, shifting from his initial athlete designation. Jackson Ford stands out as the sole player to stay committed from the 2026 recruiting class after a coaching change led to other players decommitting.
Peyton Falzone’s path to Penn State was a winding one, involving commitments to Virginia Tech and Auburn before ultimately choosing the Nittany Lions.
New Numbers for Returners
- Koby Howard (WR) shifts from No. 3 to No. 6.
- Yvan Kemajou (DE) moves to No. 19, taking over from a Tennessee transfer.
- Donte Nastasi (CB) changes from No. 81 to No.
- Garrett Sexton (OT) now wears No. 71, a nod to his high school days.
Other Roster News
LaVar Arrington II is making a strategic switch from linebacker to defensive end. Jeremiah Cooper returns to cornerback after a stint at safety. Caleb Brewer is reportedly transitioning from offensive to defensive line.
With these updates, Penn State’s roster is shaping up for an exciting season ahead. Fans will be eager to see how these new numbers and positions translate on the field.