Linebacker Cam Smith announced his return to Penn State Monday, sharing the news via Instagram that he will be back with the Nittany Lions for the upcoming season. The four-star prospect appeared in one game during the 2025 season, logging a snap against UCLA.
Smith arrived in State College with an impressive high school resume and remains a highly regarded talent in Penn State’s linebacker room. He played at St. Joseph’s Prep, where he was a two-time team captain. Smith helped St. Joe’s to a state title his junior season.
Add Nittany Sports Now as a preferred source in Google! Click here to add us.Before transferring to St. Joe’s, Smith starred at Salem High School in New Jersey. There, Smith earned numerous all-league honors and was invited to the Army All-American Bowl.
Smith was rated a four-star recruit by 247Sports and ESPN and ranked among the top linebackers in Pennsylvania.
