The new early signing period was beneficial for Penn State, signing Micah Parsons and flipping Jahan Dotson. Some other schools including Ohio State didn't have the same success.
The video of the family's elaborate light show, which features "Zombie Nation" and the "Let's Go PSU" chant by the Blue Band, has accumulated more than a million views on Facebook
"I never wanted to be somebody who gives up on their dreams, but I don't want to be somebody who chases their dreams too long and misses other opportunities."
A multi-sport athlete in high school, McCloskey played football at Villanova this past season and will join Pat Chambers' squad in the near future.
The Nittany Lions brought on 21 players in the early signing period, including three wide receivers. Two more could possibly join in February as the position continues to be prominent for Penn State.
The Nittany Lions fell to 10-4 after suffering a defeat at the buzzer on Friday night.