Andrew Rappleyea key to Penn State offense ahead of 2026 opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
With 87 days until the 2026 season opener against Marshall, Andrew Rappleyea is highlighted as a key offensive player for Penn State. After overcoming injury setbacks in 2025, Rappleyea contributed significantly late last season, scoring three touchdowns in the final three games. This off-season, he is poised for a larger role alongside tight end Ben Brahmer, potentially forming a strong duo. The Nittany Lions are looking to build on last season's momentum as the September kickoff approaches.
- •Penn State faces Marshall in 87 days to start the 2026 season.
- •Rappleyea caught a touchdown in each of Penn State's last three games.
- •He finished the 2025 season with 10 catches for 97 yards.
- •Rappleyea aims to become a favorite target for quarterback Rocco Becht.
- •Offensive coordinator Taylor Mouser plans to utilize tight ends significantly.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Only Andrew Rappleyea Until Penn State Football
"We’re only 87 days out from Penn State clashing with Marshall to open the 2026 football season, and today we’re honoring one of the most important returning players to the offense in Andrew Rappleyea. After spending most of the 2025 season getting back into post-injury playing shape, he became a real weapon in the Nittany […]
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