2023 College Football Class Review: Penn State

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2023 College Recruiting - 5 Commits

DE Jameial Lyons (Philadelphia, PA) commits to Penn State  View Class

Lyons (6-4, 255) already looks like a grown man, and I don't think he's close to filling out his true size. He is in more of a stand-up edge role, but in college, Lyons will have his hand in the ground. There are a lot of things to like with Lyons' game, especially his burst off the snap and the fact that he can play the physical game and fight through blocks to get to the football. Adding lower body strength will be the next step to Lyons' development.

Jameial Lyons' Player Grade: B

QB Marcus Stokes (Ponte Vedra Beach, FL) commits to Penn State  View Class

Stokes (6-2, 185) was a bit of a late riser as far as quarterbacks go, but after taking a tour of unofficial visits this month, he jumped back on a lot of radars. He is the definition of a feast-or-famine type of quarterback. Stokes really shines when the play breaks down, and he must move around and find open targets. He is somewhat of an unorthodox passer, but the ball generally comes out of his hands clean and finds the right spot. The downside to Stokes' style is the potential for turnovers, but trying to rein him in too much will take away from his effectiveness, in my opinion.

Marcus Stokes' Player Grade: B

TE Andrew Rappleyea (Milton, MA) commits to Penn State  View Class

This is a solid class for tight end prospects, both natural tight ends out of high school and athletes who will become tight ends in college. Rappleyea (6-4, 228) committed to Michigan back in January, but flipped to Penn State a couple of weeks after taking an unofficial visit. I can't speak much for the competition where Rappleyea is, but his skill set is strong. He is an above-average pass catcher with some diversity in his route-running and soft hands. Rappleyea can get through the seams and break off some big downfield gains. As a blocker, I think he's best in short-yardage situations for now; he'll have to improve that aspect of his game.

Andrew Rappleyea's Player Grade: B+

OT J'Ven Williams (Reading, PA) commits to Penn State  View Class

Williams (6-4, 280) is the best offensive line prospect in Pennsylvania and is arguably the best player in the state overall, which makes this is big get for James Franklin and staff. I think Williams is going to end up at right tackle, but he could slide inside and play guard as well. His tools are special. Williams is very technically sound with his hand placement and lateral foot movement, but he's also strong at the point of contact. Williams is a prospect who you build an offensive line class around.

J'Ven Williams' Player Grade: A-

OT Anthony Donkoh (Aldie, VA) commits to Penn State  View Class

Penn State is going to try to tack on another top-10 recruiting class in 2023. Donkoh (6-5, 305) chose the Nittany Lions over West Virginia, Virginia Tech and Duke. He could be a guard or a tackle at the next level and has plenty enough athleticism to make the move outside. Donkoh has good leg drive and is strong at the initial point of contact. He needs to improve his bend and show more in pass protection to play tackle consistently.

Anthony Donkoh's Player Grade: C+

All Commitments - 5

• 4/22 - Jameial Lyons DE
• 4/8 - Marcus Stokes QB
• 4/5 - Andrew Rappleyea TE
• 2/5 - J'Ven Williams OT
• 1/28 - Anthony Donkoh OT

Last Season's Roster:

• Seniors: 30
• Juniors: 23
• Sophmores: 25
• Freshmen: 44

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