How Manny Diaz affects Penn State recruiting Class of 2023

Let’s be clear from the start of this article; we’re basing this subject on theory. Diaz was a head coach for three seasons and could just as likely get a job opportunity next offseason and move on from Penn State. But. If he does stay in Happy Valley for an extended period, it will be fascinating to watch how, or if, Penn State’s defense develops. We’re basing this speculation on how Diaz’s defense evolved, which you can find here. Yesterday, we took a look at the Class of 2022 and saw how the pieces already committed to Penn State fit into the new formula. The Class of 2023 is still taking shape, especially on the defensive side of the ball. There are no linebackers or safety commits, so we’ll look at the top prospects and how they would fit into Diaz’s system.