Gibson Flips to Rutgers, Penn State Takes a Hit | Penn State Nittany Lions Football News

Penn State’s 2027 recruiting class just suffered a major blow as four-star running back Aiden Gibson flipped to Rutgers — and is reclassifying to join them a year early in 2026. Once locked in since May, Gibson was swayed by Rutgers’ persistent push and is now heading to a conference rival, adding stinging irony to his departure. A standout junior with 1,600+ rushing yards and 21 TDs, his production makes his exit even more impactful. With Gibson now the eighth decommitment in the class — and one of their top recruits — Penn State’s 2027 haul is suddenly looking leaner, especially after recent coaching changes. This move underscores how fluid and high-stakes recruiting can be, with players making pivotal decisions right up until they walk on campus. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b1b109c41c247f56