Penn State Football received its first commitment in the 2027 class two weeks ago from in-state running back Kemon Spell out of McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Now, less than two weeks later, 247Sports has published its first ranking of the 2027 class, including Spell among the top running backs and overall prospects in the nation.

In the inaugural 247Sports top 247 ranking of the 2027 class, Spell debuted as the number 59 overall player in the nation and the number four running back. Spell is also ranked as a top three prospect in the state of Pennsylvania in the class.

Only a rising sophomore, Spell burst onto the recruiting scene during his freshman season, running for 15.9 yards per carry and four rushing touchdowns for McKeesport High School.

The 5-foot, 11-inch, 175-pound running back Spell committed to the Nittany Lions over offers from Michigan, Florida State, Michigan State, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Pitt, among others. Spell has visited Penn State twice, once back in April and a second time for Penn State’s Lasch Bash last weekend, according to 247Sports.

Spell’s commitment continues the trend of Penn State getting elite in-state talent at running back under running back coach Ja’Juan Seider.

Under Seider, Penn State has received the commitment of in-state talents Saquon Barkley, Miles Sanders, Journey Brown, Nick Singleton, and Quinton Martin.

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