An Open Letter To Penn State Football: Get Maximus Kotelnicki On The Line
On December 1, Penn State football officially hired Andy Kotelnicki as its new offensive coordinator after firing Mike Yurcich following the loss to Michigan.
Kotelnicki arrived to Happy Valley after serving three seasons at Kansas in the same role. He led the Jayhawks’ offense to an average of seven yards per play, which was good enough for second in the nation.
Kotelnicki is bringing much more to Penn State than his offensive prowess, though. He’s bringing along his son, Maximus, who also looks like he could help the football team next season.
Last Saturday, Kotelnicki, his wife, Lindsey, his son, Maximus, and his daughter, Joy, were welcomed to their new home in Happy Valley. One thing was instantly made clear: Maximus is an absolute unit.
With starting left tackle Olu Fashanu likely declaring for the NFL Draft and Hunter Nourzad, Caedan Wallace, and Sal Wormley all likely moving on from the team, there’s a definite need on the offensive line next season.
It’s hard to image Maximus’ raw potential didn’t play a role in his father’s hiring. If it didn’t, boy, did we get lucky.
Maximus is only in eighth grade. To us, that just means he should have greater years of eligibility under his belt. It’s never too early to contribute to the team.
By the looks of it, Maximus is well on his way to becoming the next great lineman at Penn State. He may be young, but his work ethic is clear. He’ll be ready to make history in 2024 as the youngest college football player of all time.
Just imagine the time Drew Allar would have in the pocket or the number of yards Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen would rush for if Maximus was blocking for them.
With the College Football Playoff expanding to 12 teams next season, it’s possible that Penn State could play three extra games each year. The health and depth of the offensive line will be key going deep into the season, and I see no reason why the Nittany Lions wouldn’t benefit from the addition of Kotelnicki’s son.
In order to make the newest Penn State family feel as welcome as possible, it’s time to get the whole group involved.
Do the right thing, Penn State football. Get this kid some pads!
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