The true freshman's father is longtime Green Bay Packers star Donald Driver.
Their matchup with the Wolfpack marks the second announced non-conference game for the Nittany Lions in 2025 thus far.
Palko, who was originally committed to Bucknell, visited Penn State and received an offer earlier this week.
Clifford is one of 20 semifinalists for the award.
"Myself and the Penn State community are definitely ready to see something new. I'm with them."
The Nittany Lions continue moving up the rankings, leaping forward three spots.