Penn State head coach James Franklin signals to the offense during the third quarter on Nov. 18, 2023. Joe Hermitt | jhermitt@pennlive.comFollowing its second major official visit and camp weekend of the summer, Penn State has its first class of 2025 commitment since early May — and it’s a big one.Hailing from Mater Dei High School in California, the 6-foot and 180-pound Dixson became Penn State’s highest-ranked player in the 2025 class, surpassing 4-star running back Alvin Henderson.
Penn State has not dipped into California for recruits often under coach James Franklin. Since Franklin took over in 2014, the Nittany Lions have welcomed just one other high school prospect from the state: then-4-star safety Koa Farmer in Franklin’s inaugural class. This past weekend’s activity has already proven productive, with more seemingly on the way for Penn State after a ton of big names were on campus, starting what should be a big summer session in Happy Valley.8 players to know that Penn State has offered in the 2026 classIf you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.