By Bill Kurelic, NN Recruiting Analyst

bkurelic@nittanynetwork.com

July 14, 2009

Offensive lineman Khamrone Kolb from Burke (Va.) Lake Braddock leaves no doubt about his interest in Penn State.  In the end, his decision seems likely to come down to staying close to home or becoming a Nittany Lion.

Kolb has 10 scholarship offers, but has cut his list in half.

“I’ve narrowed it down to Penn State, Virginia, North Carolina, Connecticut and Virginia Tech,” Kolb said.  “I’m going to try to narrow it down to at least three by the end of the summer.  Then I will make official visits to those three, probably during the football season.  Penn State and Virginia will be in my final three.”

Kolb has visited Penn State twice and has been very impressed.

“I went there for the spring game and one other time to watch a practice and get a tour,” Kolb said.  “It’s a great school.  The tradition there is so high.  It’s Penn State.”

Kolb is being recruited by Penn State assistant Larry Johnson and the two spoke again on Monday.

“I’m trying to get back to Penn State this month with my whole family,” Kolb said.

The 6-foot-6 and 300-pound Kolb has been a varsity starter since the beginning of his sophomore season and has played every offensive line position except center.  Kolb has also played tight end.

“I think I’ll play tackle in college,” Kolb said.  “I think I’ll probably play on the left side.”

Kurelic’s Comment:  The more times Kolb gets to Penn State the better.  He will make at least two more trips, an unofficial visit this month and an official visit at some point.  I like the Nittany Lions’ chances at this point.