Jordan Mayer, a defensive end for Penn State, is no longer with the football program ahead of the 2026 season. The reasons for his departure remain unclear, and it is unknown if he will transfer to another school.
Penn State's roster is officially down one defensive end ahead of the 2026 season. Jordan Mayer is reportedly no longer with the program.
According to a report from Lions247, a Penn State spokesperson confirmed Mayer is no longer with the program and has not been with the team for about a week. The reasons for the separation from the program are unknown at this time. It is also unknown if Mayer will be seeking a transfer to another school to continue his college football career.
According to a report from Onward State, Mayer is no longer listed in the school's online directory either.
Mayer transferred to Penn State from Wisconsin two years ago but has not seen any significant playing time on the field since his arrival. Mayer spent the 2024 season mostly on special teams duty but did not see any game action during the 2025 season.
Mayer is a native of Clairton, Pennsylvania. He was not listed on the team's official roster for last weekend's spring game practice.
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The reasons for Jordan Mayer's departure from the Penn State football program are currently unknown.
Jordan Mayer has not seen significant playing time at Penn State, spending most of the 2024 season on special teams and not playing in the 2025 season.
It is unclear if Jordan Mayer will seek a transfer to another school to continue his college football career.
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