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Penn State picks up first commitment for class of 2025

ALTOONA, Pa. -- Penn State landed its first commitment for the 2025 recruiting class, beating out numerous major programs for the No. 1 prospect from New Jersey.

Offensive tackle Jaelyne Matthews, a 4-star recruit, announced his commitment to Penn State on Monday. The 6-foot-5, 290-pounder from Toms River North High School is rated the No. 5 offensive tackle in the country and No. 60 prospect overall for 2025.

Matthews picked Penn State over the likes of Ohio State, Georgia, Miami, Tennessee and Texas A&M.

Matthews visited Penn State over the weekend for junior day.