Penn State is entering a new era on the gridiron. After a season that saw the roster heavily revamped, head coach Matt Campbell has taken the reins and is shaping a fresh depth chart for the 2026 campaign. The offensive line, a unit that struggled for consistency in recent years, is now being overhauled with an eye toward future stability.
A promising addition to the line
Among the newcomers is Donnie Harbour, a four‑star recruit from Wisconsin who signed with the Nittany Lions in the Class of 2024. Though he did not see game action during his true freshman year in 2024 or his redshirt freshman year in 2025, Harbour earned developmental squad offensive player of the week honors five times, a testament to his work ethic and potential. His high school career also featured a sixth‑place finish in the Wisconsin state track and field championships, highlighting a rare blend of size, speed, and athleticism.
Harbour is expected to compete for a reserve spot on the offensive line depth chart in 2026. Interior positions are likely to be claimed first by Trevor Buhr and Cooper Cousins, leaving Harbour to fight for the remaining slots. The competition will be fierce, but the coaching staff sees his developmental progress as a building block for the future.
Family ties and future outlook
Beyond his own ambitions, Harbour shares a familial connection to former college standout Brandon Brooks, his cousin, who played at Miami Ohio. That lineage adds a narrative of perseverance and tradition to his story. As the program continues to evolve under Campbell’s leadership, Harbour represents one of several pieces the staff believes can help restore the offensive line’s competitiveness in the coming seasons.