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Current Penn State football commits are making a push for four-star Nick Marsh

A few Penn State football commits are making a push for a major four-star target.

Published

1 year ago

June 1, 2023

Current Penn State football commits, Nick Marsh, Ethan Grunkemeyer, Donovan Harbour

Nov 6, 2021; College Park, Maryland, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin speaks withwide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith (13) on the sidelines during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Today, the Nittany Lions received a promising insider prediction that indicates their chances of securing the commitment of Nick Marsh, one of the top three recruits from the state of Michigan and a nationally recognized top 100 prospect. Given James Franklin’s focus on assembling a strong 2024 recruiting class, the addition of a big-bodied and highly skilled wide receiver like Marsh has become a hot topic among Penn State football fans throughout the day.

In response to this prediction, several current commits of the program have stepped up to voice their support and actively advocate for Marsh to choose the Blue and White. Their efforts further highlight the enthusiasm and determination of the Nittany Lion community to attract top-tier talent and solidify their offensive arsenal.

Current Penn State football commits making a push for Nick Marsh

@PennStateFball fans let’s get @NickMarsh_11 https://t.co/qSbljKxZLW

— Donovan “7D9” Harbour (@donovan_harbour) June 1, 2023

The movement rallying behind Nick Marsh’s commitment to Penn State football gained momentum with the endorsement of four-star offensive lineman Donovan Harbour, the top-ranked recruit in Wisconsin. Shortly thereafter, Ethan Grunkemeyer, a talented quarterback from Ohio who has committed to Penn State, added his support. These two current Penn State football commits are projected to become significant contributors for the Nittany Lions in the future, and their overwhelming backing for bolstering the recruiting class has resonated with fans and supporters.

#WeWantNickMarsh @NickMarsh_11 https://t.co/pFQxHbzqbD

— Ethan Grunkemeyer (@e_grunkemeyer) June 1, 2023

Nick Marsh background, rankings, and more

The acquisition of four-star wide receiver Nick Marsh would have a tremendous impact on the 2024 Penn State football recruiting class, bringing a multitude of benefits. Primarily, Marsh’s addition would elevate the team’s ranking, potentially propelling Penn State back into the top 5 recruiting classes nationwide. This would be attributed to Marsh’s status as one of the highly regarded recruits in his class.

One critical aspect that makes Marsh an invaluable addition to the team is his imposing physicality as a wide receiver. With a height of 6-foot-3 and a weight of around 200 pounds, Marsh perfectly fits the profile of a big-bodied wideout. This is an area where the Lions are in dire need of reinforcement for the incoming class.

Marsh himself expressed his affinity for Penn State, stating, “The environment, the stadium, everything surrounding Penn State seems like a place I could thrive at,” as reported by ON3. Such enthusiasm from a prominent recruit further solidifies the significance of his potential commitment to the program.

Industry rankings consistently place Marsh as a four-star wide receiver and a top-100 recruit in the 2024 class. Specifically, he has earned the distinction of being ranked as the 86th-best recruit in the nation, the 15th-best wide receiver in the class, and the third-best recruit in the state of Michigan.

Adding to the excitement, the latest insider prediction heavily favors the Nittany Lions, solidifying their lead in the Recruiting Prediction Machine. Currently, Penn State football boasts a commanding 79.4% likelihood of securing Marsh’s commitment, significantly surpassing the second-ranked team, Michigan State, who only holds an 8.8% chance.

For Penn State football, landing Nick Marsh would be monumental for the 2024 recruiting class. It would elevate the team’s ranking, address their need for a big-bodied wide receiver, and further establish Penn State as a top contender on the recruiting trail this summer.

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