James Franklin and Penn State begins its 2023 recruiting class off with a bang on Thursday with an afternoon dedication from Ashburn (Va.) Broad Run offensive lineman Alex Birchmeier. The blue-chipper is tabbed by the Top247 as the nations No. 1 interior offensive lineman and No. 19 prospect in general.
” Just the place, the family there, whatever is fantastic about it,” Birchmeier informed 247Sports. “Ive been think about going there given that they used me. Such a fantastic school and its close to house.”
The 6-foot-5, 275-pound Birchmeier had actually currently acquired close to 30 deals. He took journeys to Happy Valley, Notre Dame and Virginia Tech in June and found his future home in State College.
” Ive been hired for so long now, Ive seen everything and heard everything and I know what I like and its the best decision for me,” Birchmeier stated. The Nittany Lions was among the very first programs to extend a scholarship to Birchmeier who is likewise a standout wrestler. Led by offensive line coach Phil Trautwein and location recruiter JaJuan Seider, Penn State has been pushing because Feb of 2020, simply a few days after Birchmeier finished third in the state on the mat in the heavyweight category as a freshman.
” I believe Coach Trautwein is a terrific coach,” Birchmeier said. “Young dude, its absolutely simple to connect to him. He has goo experience at Boston College and Penn State and hes done a good task up until now, thats ignited my interest a lot. He spent six years in the league so he can get me to the next level.”
Penn State has 247Sports No. 3 recruiting class in the 2022 cycle and now theyre off and running with this increasing junior group.
” I see Coach Franklin and how he constructed the 2022 class, leading 3 in the nation right now and I believe we can do the exact same thing in 2023,” Birchmeier said. “I think Coach Franklin is a winner and he doesnt expect to lose and he can certainly lead a team.”
Birchmeier committed to Franklin, Trautwein and Seider over a FaceTime call.
” They were incredibly excited,” Birchmeier stated. “The football environment, the campus, the school, the image of walking into a video game with 107,000 fans and whatever.
Birchmeier has currently been chosen to play in the All-American Bowl following his senior season and 247Sports National Analyst Brian Dohn likes his potential.
” Frame length to be an offensive tackle in college but can also be dominant guard. Athletic, physical, punishing run blocker. As frame develops and strength is included, might be ravaging gamer on high school level.
” Just the area, the family there, everything is terrific about it,” Birchmeier told 247Sports.” Ive been hired for so long now, Ive seen whatever and heard everything and I know what I like and its the ideal decision for me,” Birchmeier stated. The Nittany Lions were one of the very first programs to extend a scholarship to Birchmeier who is likewise a standout wrestler. Led by offending line coach Phil Trautwein and area employer JaJuan Seider, Penn State has been pushing since Feb of 2020, simply a couple of days after Birchmeier ended up third in the state on the mat in the heavyweight classification as a freshman.
” I believe Coach Trautwein is a an excellent coach,” Birchmeier stated.
