TRAVIS JOHNSON
Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws a second quarter touchdown pass to wide receiver Jahan Dotson as Illinois linebacker Milo Eifler (5) rushes him during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Dotson paces Penn State in win over Illinois

By Travis Johnson Dec. 19, 2020 09:18 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Jahan Dotson sliced his way through Illinois

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Parker Washington (3) during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020. Penn State defeated Michigan State 39-24. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn State, Illinois ready to close out regular season

By Travis Johnson Dec. 17, 2020 05:34 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — James Franklin has felt the heat before, as recently

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford reacts after a touchdown against Rutgers during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, in Piscataway, N.J. Penn St. won 23-7. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Penn State, Michigan State close out tough regular seasons

By Travis Johnson Dec. 10, 2020 05:12 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Sean Clifford is grateful that the faces he’s been

Michigan wide receiver Ronnie Bell (8) breaks through the Penn State defense during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Penn State's defense hopes to keep positive momentum going

Travis Johnson Dec. 02, 2020 05:36 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — When he left coach James Franklin’s house after Penn

Penn State quarterback Will Levis (7) looks to pass as Iowa defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (57) closes in during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Iowa beats Penn State; Nittany Lions 0-5 for first time

Travis Johnson Nov. 21, 2020 07:22 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Spencer Petras smiled and admitted he’s not the

Nebraska quarterback Luke McCaffrey (7) throws an interception while under pressure from Penn State defensive end Jayson Oweh (28), defensive end Shaka Toney (18) and linebacker Ellis Brooks (13), during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. Nebraska won 30-23. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
Winless Penn State searching for defensive answers

By Travis Johnson Nov. 18, 2020 05:50 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State has made big defensive plays lately, most

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws a pass against Ohio State during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. Ohio State won 38-25. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn State to work Levis into QB rotation with Clifford

By Travis Johnson Nov. 10, 2020 05:58 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — James Franklin wasn’t going to bench Sean Clifford

Maryland wide receiver Rakim Jarrett (5) celebrates his first-quarter touchdown pass against Penn State during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Maryland gets first win against Penn State in 5 years, 35-19

By Travis Johnson Nov. 07, 2020 07:26 PM EST
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. (AP) — Maryland coach Mike Locksley grew up rooting for

Penn State wide receiver Jahan Dotson (5) celebrates his fourth-quarter touchdown reception Ohio State cornerback Shaun Wade (24) watches during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. Ohio State won 38-25. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn State looks to end bumpy start as Maryland visits

By Travis Johnson Nov. 05, 2020 02:41 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State and Maryland share a long, one-sided

Penn State head coach James Franklin talks with an official during the fourth quarter of the team's NCAA college football game against Ohio State in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. Ohio State won 38-25. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn State trying to stay upbeat despite 0-2 start

By Travis Johnson Nov. 03, 2020 04:57 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — There’s an unmarked grave somewhere along Penn State

Cutout fans line the south stands before an NCAA college football game between Penn State and Ohio State in State College, Pa., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
In empty white out, No. 3 Ohio State beats Penn State 38-25

By Travis Johnson Oct. 31, 2020 11:29 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Justin Fields doesn’t need the energy of 110,000

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws a pass against Nebraska during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Fields, No. 3 Ohio State expect No. 18 Penn State's best

By Travis Johnson Oct. 30, 2020 03:18 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Justin Fields looked eager to make up for lost time

Penn State head coach James Franklin watches during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 36-35 in overtime. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Penn State's goal: Trying to stop Fields from having a day

By Travis Johnson Oct. 29, 2020 05:23 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State defensive tackle Antonio Shelton saw

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws during the first half of an NCCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
No. 18 Penn State eyeing fixes as No. 3 Ohio State looms

By Travis Johnson Oct. 28, 2020 02:52 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State expected some early growing pains after

FILE - In this Feb. 5, 2020, file photo, Penn State head coach James Franklin speaks during an NCAA college football news conference, in State College, Pa. It hasn’t been an ideal time for No. 9 Penn State to install a new offense, but the Nittany Lions believe they have the pieces in place to be one of the better teams in the country. (Joe Hermitt/The Patriot-News via AP, File)
Clifford, No. 9 Penn State look to keep offense rolling

By Travis Johnson Oct. 14, 2020 03:22 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — To break up the monotony of quarantine, Sean Clifford

Penn State running back Journey Brown (4) fights his way into the end zone to score a first quarter touchdown against Rutgers in an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Brown's 3 TDs lead No. 12 Penn State over Rutgers 27-6

By Travis Johnson Nov. 30, 2019 06:46 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Journey Brown was not sure if his heavy heart made

QB Levis likely to lead No. 12 Penn State against Rutgers

By Travis Johnson Nov. 29, 2019 01:55 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Getting knocked out of the biggest game of the season

Penn State defensive tackle Antonio Shelton (55) celebrates after stopping Indiana tight end Peyton Hendershot (86) on a fake punt in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Nov.16, 2019. Penn State defeated 34-27. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn State defense looking for improvement against Buckeyes

By Travis Johnson Nov. 21, 2019 04:22 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — As Penn State defenders huddled around their coaches,

Penn State running back Journey Brown (4) eludes Indiana defensive back Tiawan Mullen (3) on his way to score a 35-yard touchdown in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Nov.16, 2019. Penn State defeated 34-27. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Clifford sends No. 9 Penn State past No. 24 Indiana 34-27

By Travis Johnson Nov. 16, 2019 03:56 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State’s best offense on Saturday wasn’t

No. 9 Penn State looking to bounce back vs No. 24 Indiana

By Travis Johnson Nov. 15, 2019 01:00 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State still has a path to the College Football