Koby Howard made an official go to to Penn State in late June nevertheless it was an unofficial go to and camp displaying that led to Sunday’s dedication to the Nittany Lions.
The Hollywood (Fla.) Chaminade-Madonna receiver was in a position to work with Penn State receivers coach Marques Hagans throughout the go to and converse extra with offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki in regards to the offensive match.
The Lasch Bash go to sealed Howard’s determination, and gave the Nittany Lions its third receiver within the 2025 class.
“It was seeing how the coaches had been treating me, after which having the ability to get coached up somewhat bit by coach Hagans,” Howard mentioned. “I actually preferred the vibe being given off. Penn State is the perfect place for me to maximise my potential to the subsequent degree.”
The 5-foot-11, 185-pound Howard was supplied by the Nittany Lions within the spring of 2022. That was earlier than he suffered a devastating damaged leg whereas tenting at Miami.
VIP: Scheme versatility, new offense keyed WR Koby Howard’s dedication to Penn State
That harm price Howard practically all of his sophomore season, and with it noticed a bunch of suitors drop off in recruiting him.
Penn State assistant coach Ja’Juan Seider stayed on Howard, who rebounded properly and had 65 catches for 1,065 yards and eight touchdowns at Davie (Fla.) Western as a junior.
“I’ve had an awesome relationship with them since freshman yr and we stored that relationship ever since,” Howard mentioned. “Going up there on the OV, they confirmed me plenty of issues I wished to see in a college, after which I went up there for the Lasch Bash and I really feel like that was the icing on the cake for me.”
The Nittany Lions have been on a scorching streak with including commits since late July. It landed six commitments (one in 2025, 4 in 2026, one in 2027) since July 27.
Here is every thing it’s worthwhile to know:
WHAT KOBY HOWARD SAYS ABOUT PENN STATE
“I’m positively excited to see Penn State’s offense,” he mentioned. “I wished a pass-friendly offense in no matter college I went to.”
WHO ELSE WAS IN THE MIX?
Howard had a closing 4 of Florida, Florida State, Ole Miss and Penn State. He made unofficial visits with Florida and Florida State, and he had an official go to scheduled for Florida in November however that’s not anticipated to happen. He made official visits to Penn State and Ole Miss, and he returned to Penn State for a camp and unofficial go to late final month and to wrap up his recruitment.
WHERE KOBY HOWARD RANKS AS A RECRUIT
Howard has a 247Sports grade of 88, which makes him the No. 72 participant in Florida and the No. 89 receiver within the nation. The industry-generated 247Sports Composite has Howard because the No. 56 receiver and a four-star because the No. 361 participant within the class of 2025.
HOW KOBY HOWARD FITS WITH PENN STATE
There’s nonetheless loads of room within the receiver room within the class since Howard joins Lyrick Samuel and Jeff Exinor Jr. as commits. Howard is ready to get out of the road of scrimmage and may play within the slot or broad. He’s the twenty third member of the category, which ranks No. 16 nationally and fourth within the Huge Ten.
WHAT WE THINK ABOUT KOBY HOWARD
Andrew Ivins, who’s the director of scouting for 247Sport, noticed Howard dwell on a number of events.
“One of many extra well-traveled prospects within the Sunshine State this cycle. He actually made a reputation for himself as a freshman, however then had his sophomore season derailed after he broke his leg in a freak accident at Miami’s annual Legend’s Camp. I used to be there and noticed/heard the entire thing occur and got here away considering he may not ever play soccer once more.
“So, hats off to him for rebounding from that setback after which placing collectively a really productive junior marketing campaign towards South Florida competitors. He is the kind of broad receiver that is not going to blow anybody away together with his measurement or lengthy pace, however he is a refined route runner that may create separation by rapidly altering programs. He additionally has a knack for selecting up yardage after the catch and was featured somewhat bit as a ball service throughout his eleventh grade yr.
“I like the concept of Penn State pairing him with Lyrick Samuel, who needs to be penciled in on the surface together with his 6-foot-4 body. In my eyes, these two complement one another properly and I stay bullish on Matt Henderson and what he may be as a good finish in an Andy Kotelnicki offense.”
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