Andrew Rappleyea News, Rumors, Updates - Penn State Nittany Lions

Best target for Becht in win Rappleyea caught 4 of 5 targets for 45 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-17 victory against Purdue.

Impact Rappleyea was one of Becht's most reliable options, capping the opening drive with a short touchdown and setting the tone for the night. With Koby Howard (lower body) and Chase Sowell (undisclosed) sidelined, the tight end has become even more important in the passing game, especially near the goal line. If Penn State's receiver group continues to struggle with injuries, he should remain a focal point against Washington on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Wallace's big rushing day leads Penn State over Purdue 31-17, 1st Big Ten win under Matt Campbell

Cam Wallace ran for 135 yards with a touchdown, and Penn State beat Purdue 31-17 on Saturday for its first Big Ten win of the Matt Campbell era

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

Scores touchdown in loss Rappleyea reeled in 7 of 10 targets for 63 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-23 loss against USC.

Impact Rappleyea stole a bit of Benjamin Brahmer's thunder in the loss, and it appears that the junior tight end will earn more opportunities as the season progresses.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Maiava leads No. 19 USC past Penn State 31-23

Jayden Maiava completed 21 of 33 passes for 301 yards with three touchdowns and No. 19 USC outlasted Penn State 31- 23 on Saturday night

OCTOBER 11 • Associated Press

Starting vs. Wisconsin Rappleyea (undisclosed) is starting in Saturday's game against Wisconsin, Noah Aberegg of The Daily Collegian reports.

Impact Rappleyea was listed as a game-time decision as he was dealing with an undisclosed injury but appears to be ready to go. The redshirt junior tight end will aim to build on his performance last week, where he totaled three receptions for 24 yards and his first touchdown of the season.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

GDT Saturday Rappleyea (undisclosed) is listed as a game-time decision ahead of Saturday's game against Wisconsin.

Impact Rappleyea is in danger of missing his first game of the season as he tends an undisclosed injury. The junior tight end has totaled five receptions for 47 yards and one touchdown this season. More news regarding his status should surface shortly.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Carrying questionable tag Rappleyea (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game against Wisconsin.

Impact Rappleyea is coming off his best performance of the season in Week 3 against Buffalo, catching all three of his targets for 24 yards and his first TD of the season. The questionable tag warrants caution regarding his potential availability to take on the Badgers in Week 4. If he's unable to play, look for Gabe Burkle to see more snaps behind the team's TE1, Benjamin Brahmer.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Becht, defense power No. 14 Penn State past Buffalo, 55-13

Rocco Becht threw for 212 yards with two touchdowns, Koby Howard scored twice and No. 14 Penn State cruised past Buffalo 55-13

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Rappleyea (undisclosed) is set to start in Saturday's game against Marshall, Richard Scarcella of the Reading Eagle reports.

Impact Rappleyea is good to go for the season opener after missing some of fall camp with an injury. The 6-foot-4 tight end was listed as a starter alongside Ben Brahmer, so it appears the Nittany Lions could lean on a two-TE formation.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for practice Rappleyea (undisclosed) was absent for Penn State's latest practice, Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact After missing most of Penn State's offseason with an injured foot, Rappleyea has impressed during his limited time available. It is unknown whether the tight end aggravated his previous injury or suffered a new one. Nevertheless, Rappleyea's injury status is once again questionable heading into an upcoming event for PSU.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Cyclone warning in State College: No. 18 Penn State ready for fresh start under Matt Campbell

Penn State's 2025 season ended with a four-game winning streak including a victory over Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Looking full-go for fall camp Rappleyea (foot) is looking full-go for fall camp, Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Rappleyea is on schedule with his recovery timeline as he'll be good to go for the Nittany Lions' fall preparation. The 6-foot-6 tight end committed to Penn State in the offseason, following Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell and a slew of former teammates.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be ready for season Rappleyea (foot) sat out the entirety of Penn State's spring practice period but is expected to be ready for the season, per Penn State on SI.

Impact Rappleyea logged 20 catches for 180 yards and three touchdowns at Penn State last fall. The tight end dealt with a foot injury this offseason, and he was limited throughout spring and will continue to be throughout fall camp. However, he should be ready for Week 1 against Marshall.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss time in spring Rappleyea (foot) is suffering from a foot injury and will miss time during spring practices, per Daniel Gallen of 247Sports.com.

Impact Rappleyea posted a picture of himself with his right foot in a cast on social media, revealing his injury. The 6-foot-4 tight end caught 20 passes for 180 yards and three touchdowns for the Nittany Lions during the 2025 season. His ailment has been referred to as a "short-term injury", and his timeline for a return to action had been set for this summer, indicating that the issue is not expected to affect his availability for the upcoming season.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks plane once again Rappleyea hauled in 5 of 6 targets for 18 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 22-10 victory over Clemson.

Impact Rappleyea found the end zone for the third straight game, a strong way to close out the tight end's redshirt sophomore season. Now slated to return to Happy Valley, he should be one of the Nittany Lions' top tight ends next fall. He finishes 2025 with 20 catches for 180 yards and three scores.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Penn State Defeats Clemson In Frigid Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium

Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards, as Penn State defeated Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Penn State Defeats Clemson In Frigid Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium

Grunkemeyer throws two TDs as Penn State beats Clemson 22-10 in Pinstripe Bowl

Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for a career-high 262 yards and two TDs, including a 73-yard strike to Trebor Pena early in the fourth quarter, and Penn State beat Clemson 22-10 in the Pin...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Steps up with touchdown catch Rappleyea gathered in all four targets for 75 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 40-36 victory versus Rutgers.

Impact Although Rappleya played limited snaps this season, the sophomore will have a shot at the top of the depth chart at tight end for the 2025-26 squad, assuming he remains with the team. He was a reliable target for Ethan Grunkemeyer in the contest and should see a few targets in the team's upcoming bowl game.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Penn State's Ethan Grunkemeyer finds Andrew Rappleyea for 53-yard TD, tying up game vs. Rutgers

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Allen becomes Penn State's career rushing leader as Nittany Lions pound Cornhuskers 37-10

Kaytron Allen ran for 160 yards with two touchdowns and Penn State’s defense played its best game of the season to keep the Nittany Lions’ bowl hopes alive with a 37-10 win over Ne...

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Could this Penn State tight end fill the void left by Tyler Warren? | Sporting News Penn State's Andrew Rappleyea has occasionally earned comparisons to Rob Gronkowski with his personality and No. 87.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Participates in Tuesday practice Rappleyea (lower body) participated in Penn State's latest practice Tuesday, Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Rappleyea logging multiple fall practices suggests his lower body is in good condition. The tight end is looking for his first counting stats in 2025, having not logged any despite logging some games the year before.

AUGUST 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Practice participant Saturday Rappleyea (lower body) participated in Penn State's team practice Saturday, Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Rappleyea kept jumping in for blocking reps, willingly mixing up with Penn State's tight ends and linemen. Though he both still seems to be regaining comfort and strained at some points, his injury status is probable as the Nittany Lions prepare for Nevada on Aug. 30/

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for on-field work Rappleyea (lower body) is not ready to participate in spring practice, Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Rappleyea suffered a season-ending injury at the beginning of the 2024 season and is still not ready for on-field work. He started alongside future NFL draft pick Tyler Warren during the 2024 season opener, so the coaching staff clearly saw something in him while he was healthy. There is still no exact time table for his return, but if he can get healthy he should see a decent amount of playing time.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive against SMU Rappleyea (lower body) will not appear in the first round of the CFB Playoffs against SMU.

Impact Rappleyea will remain sidelined with a lower-body injury that has plagued him for most of the 2024-25 season. The 6-foot-4 redshirt freshman tight end saw 45 snaps during Penn State's season opener against West Virginia, but he has been unable to return since. Rappleyea's only chance to return this season would be in a possible CFB Quarterfinal matchup against Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31, if he is available.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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