Penn State is that much closer to a top 10 recruiting class.

Winning battles in Florida and landing a Rivals250 commitment in the process won't hurt that pursuit for James Franklin and company.

The combination went down on Sunday afternoon as Koby Howard came to a decision. The Hollywood (Fla.) Chaminade-Madonna standout picked the program over other finalists Ole Miss, Florida State, Florida and others.

The newest Nittany Lion broke down his decision with Rivals (video above).

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