Penn State Secures Commitment from 4-Star Linebacker Wiggins for 2026 Class

Penn State strengthened its 2026 football recruiting class with the commitment of four-star linebacker Terry Wiggins, who is ranked as a top-10 player in Pennsylvania and the No. 26 linebacker nationally. Wiggins becomes the first linebacker in the class and marks the 14th overall commitment, moving Penn State’s class up to No. 5 nationally and second in the Big Ten. The Nittany Lions have secured commitments from a majority of the state’s top prospects, demonstrating head coach James Franklin’s emphasis on dominating in-state recruiting. Wiggins chose Penn State over offers from several other programs after multiple visits, citing the appeal of the coaching staff and program. Meanwhile, Penn State remains a strong contender for top in-state defensive line recruit Alexander Haskell, who will announce his decision on May 9. Haskell, along with other high-profile Pennsylvania prospects, could further boost an already impressive recruiting class.