Penn State football earned its second commitment from a Class of 2027 interior offensive lineman on April 19.
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Hayes Fawcett of On3/Rivals reported the news that three-star recruit Jon Sassic committed on Sunday morning. He visited Happy Valley for the Nittany Lions' first spring practice on March 24 then returned to Penn State on April 4. Sassic had another unofficial visit, going back on April 18.
The Nittany Lions have the No. 6 ranked recruitment class, according to 247Sports, with 11 commits as of Sunday. Sassic is the fourth player on the offensive side of the ball to commit to the blue and white.
BREAKING: Class of 2027 IOL Jon Sassic has Committed to Penn State, he tells me for @Rivals
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) April 19, 2026
The 6’6 285 IOL from Pittsburgh, PA chose the Nittany Lions over Pitt, West Virginia, Florida State, and Virginia Tech
“I’m finally home #WEARE 🦁”https://t.co/OMhcX5uIo6 pic.twitter.com/iNWrvykwbx
Three-star interior offensive lineman Jon Sassic commits to Penn State
Penn State beat out Pittsburgh, West Virginia, Florida State, and Virginia Tech for the lineman. Sassic is the No. 1,018 nationally-ranked recruit, No. 69 interior offensive lineman, and No. 31 prospect from Pennsylvania, per 247Sports Composite rankings.
He is a Pittsburgh, Penn. native who is ranked No. 278 nationally, No. 80 at his position, and No. 28 from his state, according to Rivals Industry Ranking,
Sassic told Tyler Calvaruso of 247Sports that the in-state ties to a historic program put the Nittany Lions over the edge. He specifically mentioned running back Saquon Barkley and quarterback Trace McSorley. The lineman also has family ties to Penn State, noting that his aunt, uncle, and cousin attended State College as well.
"They were definitely pushing me for that one," Sassic told Calvaruso of his family.
Owen Reilly was the first interior offensive lineman who committed to the Nittany Lions, doing so two days before Sassic on April 17. They join four-stars, tight end Cooper Terwilliger and wide receiver Landom Blum, on that side of the ball.
"I would fit anywhere on the offensive line, mostly a swing guard/tackle," Sassic previously told 247Sports. "And development at the highest level of competition is huge."
Versatility is key, especially for a young lineman looking for his best fit. Offensive line coach Ryan Clanton and Sassic developed a strong relationship over his recruitment and spring visits, helping the recruit see how he fits into Clanton's system and how he will grow.
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