Summary
The Penn State Nittany Lions are focusing on using the transfer portal for their upcoming football season due to having a limited number of recruits. New head coach Matt Campbell, formerly of Iowa State, is attracting former players from Iowa State to Penn State, which could strengthen the team.
Key Facts
- Penn State struggles with high school recruiting after the firing of head coach James Franklin.
- Matt Campbell, former Iowa State coach, is now Penn State's head coach.
- Campbell has a significant budget for players using the transfer portal.
- Four former Iowa State players may transfer to Penn State.
- Key players like Carson Hansen, Rocco Becht, Benjamin Brahmer, and Jeremiah Cooper are considering transferring.
- Campbell's past at Iowa State helps foster player loyalty and motivation to join him at Penn State.
- Penn State needs experienced players, especially since they lost their quarterback, Drew Allar.
- Campbell's previous success at Iowa State involved building strong relationships with his players.