2025 DL Randy Adirika commits to Penn State

Miami (Fla.) Central defensive lineman Randy Adirika had the chance to stay home and play for the local school, Miami.

Adirika took official visits with the Hurricanes, USC and Penn State this summer. The local school — and the one across the country — made major impressions on him. But there was something different about the Nittany Lions.

And on Tuesday, he made things official by committing to James Franklin and Co.

“The environment, their style of football, the way they develop and winning culture are the main reasons I committed to Penn State,” Adirika told On3. “I was there only once so far, but the atmosphere is amazing and the people is what stands out.

“The decision was very hard because I had two other schools recruiting me very well. The staff is amazing. Everyone is very down to earth and genuine people. Coach Deion Barnes did a very good job recruiting me and I trust and believe he can help me get to the next level.”

Adirika is the 22nd commitment of the cycle for Penn State, joining a class headlined by four-star defenders Daryus Dixson, Max Granville, Jahmir Joseph and Alex Tatsch.

The 6-foot-3, 280-pounder is the No. 467 overall prospect in the 2025 class, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He also ranks as the nation’s No. 44 defensive lineman and No. 62 recruit in the Sunshine State.