Sat Nov 08 20:00:00 UTC 2025: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Penn State Tight End Joey Schlaffer Enters Transfer Portal Amidst Potential Coaching Shakeup

State College, PA – Penn State tight end Joey Schlaffer has left the team and is expected to enter the transfer portal, marking the first departure amidst speculation of broader roster changes following a recent loss to Ohio State. The news comes after Schlaffer was noticeably absent from the team’s travel roster for the Buckeyes matchup.

Schlaffer, a redshirt sophomore from Exeter Township, Pennsylvania, struggled to secure consistent playing time in a crowded tight end room that includes standout players like Theo Johnson, Tyler Warren, and Khalil Dinkins. He appeared in four games in 2024 and three in 2025, recording one career reception for a 19-yard touchdown against Villanova this season.

Recruited as a highly-regarded four-star prospect in 2023, the 6-foot-5, 226-pound Schlaffer will have two years of eligibility remaining at his next institution.

This departure raises questions about the stability of the Penn State program, especially if there are further coaching changes, a trend that often leads to players seeking new opportunities.

Penn State is currently a +15 point underdog against Indiana in their upcoming Big Ten game. The game is scheduled for this Saturday.

About the Reporter

Max Ralph, sports reporter at PennLive, specializes in covering Penn State Athletics with a primary focus on Nittany Lion football. He is a 2024 Penn State graduate with a major in broadcast journalism.

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