4-Star Freak OL Returning for Junior Year After 177 Snaps in 2025
Cooper Cousins, a 6'6", 311-lb sophomore offensive lineman from Erie, PA, is a **4-star freak** with elite size and athleticism who appeared in **12 games** and played **177 offensive snaps** for Penn State in the 2025 season [1][2]. His differentiator is his rare combination of **freakish power** and **agility**, making him one of the top OL prospects in the 2024 recruiting class [3]. Cousins announced his return for his junior year in 2026, showing **high intensity** and **team commitment** [4]. Named to the **Allstate Wuerffel Trophy watch list** in 2025, he embodies Penn State's **gritty, hard-nosed** OL identity [5]. He's a **great fit** for teams needing a **dominant, reliable anchor** with **injury-free durability** and a **workhorse mentality**.
