Caleb Bacon joins Penn State after standout season at Iowa State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Caleb Bacon, a linebacker who joined Iowa State as a walk-on, transfers to Penn State for his final season. After an impressive 2025 with 68 tackles and three sacks, he aims to strengthen the Nittany Lions' defense. Bacon will wear number 10 and is expected to be a starter under D’Anton Lynn. Penn State is set to open its 2026 season against Marshall in 10 days.
- •Caleb Bacon enjoyed a notable season with 68 tackles in 2025.
- •He transferred to Penn State to play under coach Matt Campbell.
- •Bacon is listed as a linebacker but can also play as an edge rusher.
- •He will wear jersey number 10 for the Nittany Lions.
- •Penn State's season opener against Marshall is in 10 days.
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