Branch is the third defensive lineman commit in the class of 2026.
FIU hopes for a more fortunate season in 2025 after the hire of Willie Simmons.
Thompson has started the last two years for the Nittany Lions after joining from FAU.
"As a blog, we thank you, alumni, for all that you do for Penn State."
Easy out-of-conference games give Penn State the chance to develop expected 2026 starter Grunkemeyer.
