Rocco Becht ranked sixth among Big Ten quarterbacks entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 10:30 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
As Penn State prepares for the 2026 football season, new transfer quarterback Rocco Becht ranks sixth in On3's Big Ten quarterbacks list. Becht, bringing experience from Iowa State, is entering his first season with the Nittany Lions after an injury-plagued year that reduced his production. He has a total of 9,274 passing yards and 64 touchdowns in his career, but the uncertainty remains regarding his adaptation to the Big Ten. Becht retains key offensive players from Iowa State, including leading receivers Chase Sowell and Brett Eskildsen, which could aid his transition.
- •Rocco Becht comes to Penn State after a season with reduced stats due to injuries.
- •He was ranked sixth among Big Ten quarterbacks by On3 ahead of the 2026 season.
- •Becht has passed for 9,274 yards and 64 touchdowns throughout his career.
- •Key Iowa State offensive players have followed Becht to Penn State.
- •His adaptation to the Big Ten level will be closely watched this season.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Where Penn State's Rocco Becht sits in On3's Big Ten QBs ranking
"Penn State transfer QB Rocco Becht brings experience to the Nittany Lions but faces questions after a down year.
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