Former 5-Star Wisconsin Tackle Nolan Rucci Announces Transfer Destination

MADISON, WI – SEPTEMBER 03: Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Nolan Rucci (66) celebrates with student as he runs back to the locker room after a college football game between the Illinois State Redbirds and the Wisconsin Badgers on September 3rd, 2022 at Barry Alvarez field in Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI. (Photo by Dan Sanger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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Nolan Rucci, a former five-star offensive lineman for Wisconsin, announced this week that he’s entering the NCAA transfer portal. On Saturday, he revealed that he’ll remain in the Big Ten.

Rucci is taking his talents to Penn State for the 2024 season. He’ll now get to play close to his hometown of Lititz, Pennsylvania.

“#WeAre Home,” Rucci wrote on Twitter.

Rucci received an offer from Penn State when he was in high school. At that time, he was the No. 16 overall recruit in the 2021 class, per 247Sports’ rankings.

#WeAre Home. pic.twitter.com/ZClxPmGYNT

— Nolan Rucci (@nolanrucci) January 6, 2024

Rucci doesn’t have a ton of experience under his belt. He only played in five games while at Wisconsin.

When Rucci first arrived at Wisconsin, he was expected to be an offensive tackle. However, he was actually moved to the interior.

Perhaps the coaching staff at Penn State will find a way to get the best out of Rucci. There’s certainly untapped potential when it comes to this former five-star recruit.