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Penn State Football: Former three-star recruits who turned into Studs

GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 30: Safety Marcus Allen #2 and quarterback Trace McSorley #9 of the Penn State Nittany Lions hold up the Playstation Fiesta Bowl trophy after defeating the Washington Huskies at University of Phoenix Stadium on December 30, 2017 in Glendale, Arizona. The Nittany Lions defeated the Huskies 35-28. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

There is an incorrect assumption in recruiting that 3-star recruits will have a tough time becoming contributing players in college, and Penn State Football has developed their share.

Since James Franklin’s arrival at Penn State in 2014, he has brought in numerous 3-star recruits.