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Princeton High School senior running back Jordan Hall has verbally committed to Penn State, he announced Saturday afternoon.
Hall is ranked the No. 32 player in Ohio in the 2027 class by the 247 Sports Composite. He has helped lead the Vikings to a 10-0 record.
Princeton closed out its regular season with a 38-14 home victory over Fairfield, securing its first undefeated regular season since 2023.
The Vikings are ranked No. 1 in the Division I, Region 4 computer points standings. They have a first-round bye on Oct. 30 and will host the winner of Middletown or Lebanon on Nov. 6 in a regional quarterfinal.
Hall has rushed for 919 yards and 21 touchdowns this season, adding 10 receptions for 177 yards and two touchdowns.
The NCAA's early signing period begins Dec. 2.
Key Analysis
Hall's commitment to Penn State adds a highly ranked Ohio prospect to the Nittany Lions' 2027 class. His dual-threat production (919 rushing yards, 21 total touchdowns) has been central to Princeton's undefeated run and No. 1 regional seed. The Vikings will begin postseason play with a bye before hosting a quarterfinal matchup.
Originally reported by wcpo.