Previewing the 2026 season for Penn State OL Vaea Ikakoula
Vaea Ikakoula is set to join the Penn State offensive line for the 2026 season under new head coach Matt Campbell. Originally a three-star recruit from Iowa State, Ikakoula brings experience from his freshman year where he played in four games. While he is expected to serve as a reserve guard this season, he is a player to watch as he develops within the team.
- ▪Vaea Ikakoula was a three-star recruit who followed Matt Campbell from Iowa State to Penn State.
- ▪He played in four games during his freshman year at Iowa State, including two starts.
- ▪Ikakoula is likely to play a reserve role on the offensive line for the Nittany Lions in 2026.
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