[NCAA General Discussion] Akron Reciever Transfers To Penn State

[Mike]

In a unique reversal, Akron Zips wideout Jared Fagnano recently transferred to Penn State -- largely because of the NCAA's sanctions against the school. While nine players have decided to leave the Nittany Lions in the face of a postseason ban and fewer scholarships, Fagnano saw an opportunity. For about a week, the redshirt freshman talked with his parents and brother -- Penn State safety Jake Fagnano -- about a transfer. "With all those guys leaving, it opened up spots and gave me an opportunity," said Jared Fagnano, who lives in Williamsport, Pa. "And I've just always wanted to play football there." Jared, a preferred walk-on, asked to be released from Akron in early August because he was not invited to preseason camp. Shortly afterward, he reached out to Penn State's coaching staff, who seemed receptive to his addition.

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