Class of 2025 four-star cornerback Daryus Dixson has committed to Penn State football, he announced Monday. Dixson became the first player to announce his commitment to the Nittany Lions during official visit season.

A native of Santa Ana, California, Dixson is rated as the No. 11 player in his home state and the 10th-best cornerback in the nation, per the 247Sports Composite rankings. Dixson is also rated as the No. 90 overall player in the country. With his commitment, Dixson became the highest-rated player in Penn State’s recruiting Class of 2025, beating out running back commit Alvin Henderson.

The 6’0″, 180-pound Dixson plays for Mater Dei. During his junior season, Dixson made 56 total tackles and three interceptions, defended 14 passes, and forced one fumble, per his MaxPreps profile.

Dixson took his official visit to Penn State the weekend before he committed. He took another official visit to Washington the week prior and is still scheduled for an official visit to Tennessee, per 247Sports.

To see what Dixson can bring to the Nittany Lions, check out his highlights here.