Penn State football commits in action: Long snap highlights and more

What's better than a white out? Two!

While that's certainly true for Penn State players and fans, it doesn't hurt recruiting either. James Franklin got a nice one Thrust to his pitch last week, as an influx of high school talent flocked to Beaver Stadium to watch the Nittany Lions earn a victory over Illinois in an electric atmosphere.

While visits are definitely fun, the real excitement comes from watching future Nittany Lions light things up for their high schools.

Four-star linebacker in the 2025 class Dayshaun Burnett That's exactly what Imani Christian Academy (Pittsburgh, Pa.) did last week in its win over North Catholic (Cranberry Township, Pa.). Although he is listed as a defensive player, Burnett is an athlete in every sense of the word. He plays all over the field, including at quarterback, where he most recently scored on an acrobatic scramble.

“Find a way to the end zone” is a dogma to live by.

LaVar Arrington Jr. (yes, they are related) picked up his fourth star by 247Sports this week, clearly ranking him among the top 25 linebackers in the Class of 2025. What better way to celebrate than by watching his latest highlight clip, which includes two sacks and a forced fumble?

Seeing him wear the number 11 and break away from the edge like that evokes certain emotions. He still has more highlights of this season ahead of him Hudl page.

If you want to see a business-like highlight reel, check out these clips from the three-star tight end Brady O'hara. He plays all over the field, including long snapper, defensive end and of course tight end.

It's fulfilling to see a tight end prospect passionate about pass protection, special teams and protecting the edge.

Vintage 2026 is running back Messiah Mickenswho was in town for the Illinois game is still a highlight reel machine. According to Evan Wheaton, he finished with 156 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in Harrisburg's win over Carlisle (Pa.). Remember – he’s just a junior.

Four-star athlete Matthew Outten, considered by ATH to be the fifth-best ATH in the Class of 2025 247Sporthas just picked up a few highlights from this season Hudl page. They are worth your time.

Four-star athlete from Maryland Jeff Exinor Jr. Now he has the midseason highlights from his senior season up on Hudl. You can feel pretty good between him and Outten as Penn State's wide receiver room (and the offense in general) moves forward.