Rappleyea said Penn State is “Tight End U,” underscoring its recent success of developing NFL talent like 2024 Mackey Award winner Tyler Warren. Adapting to a new offensePenn State Nittany Lions tight end Andrew Rappleyea, center, and his teammates celebrate after recording the top score during the 23rd annual Lift for Life at Holuba Hall. Developing as a leaderPenn State Nittany Lions tight end Andrew Rappleyea greets a young fan during an autograph session at the 23rd annual Lift for Life at Holuba Hall. Penn State’s tight end room features three players from Iowa State (Brahmer, Gabe Burkle and Cooper Alexander) along with two other Penn State returnees, Brian Kortovich and Finn Furmanek. Sign up to our free Penn State Nittany Lions newsletter and follow us on social media.