Committed: Penn State legacy commit, LaVar Arrington II earns his spot with the program
Penn State football picked up another under-the-radar linebacker in the Class of 2025 and one with a familiar name. Three-star Nittany Lion legacy LaVar Arrington II chose Penn State, adding another versatile chess piece to the defensive class. Recruiting Insider Sean Fitz sits down on today’s edition of Committed to discuss Arrington’s journey to Penn State, his fit and what he can eventually become.
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Penn State legacy gets a leg up?
The first question that comes when the son of a great player commits to his father’s old program is usually about favoritism. Did Arrington, a three-star prospect from California, get a spot on the 2025 roster because of his ties to the program? Fitz runs through a list of legacy players whom Penn State didn’t offer, including some in Arrington II’s own family.
Next, we discuss why he’s a take for the team. We break down Arrington’s high school performance and what traits or tools he has, based on his film. While he’s a high school edge rusher who sometimes drops into coverage, is that what he’ll do at Penn State? We debate if Arrington II will fit better as an edge rusher or linebacker. Next, we discuss how the team stocked up on those players in this class and has built a reputation as a safe haven for tweeners. Finally, we discuss the overlapping traits that make Arrington a good fit for either position.
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