The Nittany Lions won't play at home until October 25.
"I want to become a great defender and I think [Penn State] can help me become that."
O'Boyle previously was under contract in Australia.
Brown is the top ranked player in Pennsylvania, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.
Rogers wasn't rated by any major recruiting sites at the time of his commitment.
The contract promises a 20% raise for employees over four years.