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5 Penn State offensive players who need a strong summer to deliver in 2026

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Cooper Cousins

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Cooper Cousins' frame, play strength, movement skills remind us of Landon Dickerson. Both were dominant, jumbo-sized interior offensive linemen capable of playing center or guard.

Big, physical offensive lineman with the skills and positional versatility to be a game-changer along the interior. Measured in at north of 6-foot-6 and around 305 pounds prior to his senior season. Has solid length for an interior offensive lineman with arms over 33 inches. Has a rock solid build without much bad weight. Has seen significant action as a high school center and enters college with advanced skills for the position. A weapon in the run game. Overwhelms smaller defensive linemen at the point of attack. Has good bend and flexibility that he uses to get underneath defenders. Uses his core strength to drive through and uproot defensive linemen with his blocks. Naturally strong and shows a powerful punch. Moves well when working to the second level. Backs up the movement on film with solid athleticism in the combine setting. Also seeing time on the defensive line as a senior, making plays behind the line of scrimmage due to his strength and movement skills. Has a high floor and notable upside as a big center prospect who would give an offensive line a big, physical presence in the run game. Could also line up at guard or tackle depending on need. Will need to adjust to an uptick in competition but has the build and physical development to potentially contribute early in his college career. 

Cooper Cousins Scouting Summary

Penn State signee Cooper Cousins (No. 27) looks to be the clear top interior offensive line prospect in the cycle. Cousins was a big senior riser due to outstanding film. A jumbo center at 6-foot-6, 320 pounds, Cousins has the size and skills to feasibly play anywhere along the offensive line if needed. He’s a good mover and is highly physical. Cousins cemented his status as a five-star prospect with an outstanding showing at the All-American Bowl, where he was the top offensive lineman throughout the week. It’s not every day you see young interior linemen get on the field early in college football, but Cousins has that type of potential given his size, mentality and skills.

Cooper Cousins earns fifth star in final On300 rankings

Cooper Cousins was the most dominant offensive lineman throughout the entire week of All-American practice and he shined during the game on Saturday afternoon. Cousins was one of the more physically dominant players throughout practice using his leverage to get underneath defenders’ pads and create lanes in the run game during team periods and the game. The Penn State signee showed excellent burst off the ball and was striking defenders with power and precision. He was the most consistent people mover along the offensive front and if today’s game is a glimpse into his future as a Nittany Lion, he will be a problem for years to come at the next level.

Cooper Coursins a Top Performer at All-American Bowl

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