Penn State Adds LB Mathieu Lamah, Ranks 4th Nationally in 2026 Class

Penn State has secured a commitment from three-star linebacker Mathieu Lamah, a highly recruited prospect from Virginia’s Patriot High School, boosting their 2026 recruiting class to 15 members and a No. 4 national ranking. Lamah chose Penn State over offers from schools like Michigan, North Carolina, Virginia Tech, and Kentucky, citing the coaching of Dan Connor and Jim Knowles and the fit within Penn State’s defensive scheme as key factors. His decision follows the recent commitment of fellow linebacker Terry Wiggins, making Lamah the second linebacker addition in the class, which is notable as the team prepares for future roster needs at the position. The Nittany Lions’ 2026 class has rapidly grown during a successful spring recruiting period, with several other high-profile commitments joining in recent weeks. Lamah’s commitment underscores Penn State’s recruiting momentum following its College Football Playoff appearance and solidifies its standing among the top Big Ten programs in building for the future. The class is expected to keep expanding ahead of the early signing period.