These recruits keep getting younger.

Class of 2027 Kemon Spell has committed to Penn State football, he announced Friday. Spell, who is unrated by major recruiting networks, became the first commit of Penn State’s 2027 recruiting cycle.

Spell hails from McKeesport, Pennsylvania, and plays for McKeesport High School. In his lone season of high school football, Spell recorded 271 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns in seven appearances, per his MaxPreps profile.

To see what Spell can bring the Nittany Lions, check out his freshman year highlights.

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