No. 1 RB strongly linked to two major college football teams

Kemon Spell, a top-ranked running back recruit from McKeesport High School in Pennsylvania, has become a focal point in college football recruiting for the 2027 cycle. After a standout 2024 season with 1,681 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns, Spell received 21 scholarship offers from major programs in the ACC, SEC, and Big Ten. Notre Dame currently leads in 247Sports’ Crystal Ball projections, with a 66.7% chance of landing Spell, followed by Penn State at 33.3%.

Penn State's new head coach, Matt Campbell, has been actively pursuing Spell, with recent developments indicating Spell may reconsider a commitment to the Nittany Lions. The program's recent coaching changes, including the firing of James Franklin, have led to significant recruiting and roster challenges, emphasizing the importance of securing top talent like Spell.

Notre Dame remains a strong contender, leveraging its successful recruitment history and recent performance of running backs like Jeremiyah Love, who was