In recruiting news, a blue-chip defensive back committed to another Big Ten school has scheduled an official visit to Penn State.
A four-star, 6-foot-1, 175-pounder named CJ Bronaugh announced via social media Saturday morning that he’s scheduled an official visit June 20-22.
This would be a big get for Penn State.
Bronaugh (2026) is the No. 72 overall player in the country per 247Sports, the No. 8 overall player in Florida and the No. 7 DB from his class. He committed to Nebraska the week of Thanksgiving but has kept his options open.
Along with Penn State, Bronaugh has official visits scheduled at Florida (May 30-June 1), Florida State (June 13-15) and, of course, Nebraska (June 6-June 8.)
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Here’s the scouting report on Bronaugh, written by Andrew Ivins of 247Sports.
“Ascending defensive back prospect with some of the best speed markers in the class. Hasn’t faced the stiffest competition to date, but turned heads spring before senior year at an Under Armour Next Camp in Orlando where he not only tested off the charts, but also locked down one side of the field in coverage. Meets key length thresholds as he has been verified at over 6 feet and is equipped with some additional length in the arms. Straight-line burst and sideline-to-sideline range is optimal for a single or two-high safety role, but warrants a look at corner as he will fight for positioning out on the perimeter and has the agility to mirror most weapons. Not afraid to take risks and jump routes, which led to three pick-sixes as a junior. Serviceable as an open-field tackler on Fridays, but improved play strength would go a long way on Saturdays, especially if he’s going to be asked to fit corridors. Will need to soak up coaching and keep perfecting his craft, but should be viewed as a traits-heavy secondary player that could emerge as a bonafide playmaker for a Power Four program with his frame and acceleration.”
CAN PENN STATE GET HIM?
So does Penn State have a realistic chance to land Bronaugh? Well, the fact that he has an official visit planned is probably a good sign. Aside from that, he hasn’t visited Penn State yet and is only nine months removed from getting his offer, a relatively short turnaround.
As it stands, Penn State has 10 players committed to its 2026 recruiting class. Julian Peterson (Atco, New Jersey) is the only CB committed.
