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Rutgers defensive lineman Aaron Lewis (71) tries to tackle Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 12 Michigan State looks to rebound vs. Penn State

By The Associated Press Nov. 26, 2021 09:00 AM EST

Penn State safety Jonathan Sutherland (0) celebrates his second-half interception with Tariq Castro-Fields (5) during the team's NCAA college football game against Rutgers in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. Penn State won 28-0. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 12 Michigan State looks for bounce back vs Penn State

By Dana Gauruder Nov. 26, 2021 03:10 AM EST

Rutgers quarterback Noah Vedral throws a pass against Penn State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Veilleux steps in to lead Penn State over Rutgers, 28-0

By Travis Johnson Nov. 20, 2021 03:35 PM EST

Penn State defenders Jaquan Brisker, left, and Zuriah Fisher (36) tackle Rutgers running back Isaih Pacheco (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Rutgers at Penn State 11/20/2021

Nov. 20, 2021 01:59 PM EST

Penn State head coach James Franklin yells from the sideline during an NCAA college football game against Michigan in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Michigan defeated Penn State 21-17. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn State looking to rebound against bowl-hopeful Rutgers

By Travis Johnson Nov. 18, 2021 01:14 PM EST

Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) celebrates with teammates after his 13-yard touchdown run against South Florida during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Oklahoma loss boosts Cincinnati's hopes

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 13, 2021 09:57 PM EST

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) looks to escape a tackle attempt by Michigan defensive end Taylor Upshaw (91) in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa.on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
McNamara, No. 9 Michigan rally past No. 23 Penn State 21-17

By Travis Johnson Nov. 13, 2021 04:11 PM EST

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara (12) passes while being pressured by Penn State defensive end Arnold Ebiketie (17) in the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Michigan at Penn State 11/13/2021

Nov. 13, 2021 01:59 PM EST

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara (12) hands off to running back Hassan Haskins (25) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
No. 23 Penn State to lean on Dotson vs No. 9 Michigan

By Travis Johnson Nov. 11, 2021 11:50 AM EST

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws the ball while being hurried by Maryland defensive lineman Lawtez Rogers (95) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Dotson sets record, No. 22 Penn State beats Maryland 31-14

By Noah Trister Nov. 06, 2021 07:14 PM EDT

Maryland running back Challen Faamatau (29) applies a stiff arm on Penn State linebacker Ellis Brooks (13) while rushing the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Penn State at Maryland 11/6/2021

Nov. 06, 2021 05:27 PM EDT

Penn State coach James Franklin signals to his team during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Maryland begins run vs Top 25 foes, hosts No. 22 Penn State

By Noah Trister Nov. 04, 2021 11:46 AM EDT

Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) is taken down by Georgia linebacker Nakobe Dean (17) and linebacker Adam Anderson (19) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (Bob Andres/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
AP Top 25 Reality Check: CFP preview unlikely for Cincinnati

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 01, 2021 01:34 AM EDT

Ohio State defensive back Cameron Brown, left, tackles Penn State running back Noah Cain during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Henderson, No. 5 Ohio State hold off No. 20 Penn State 33-24

By Ralph D Russo Oct. 30, 2021 11:34 PM EDT

Penn State tight end Brenton Strange, top, scores a touchdown between Ohio State linebackers Teradja Mitchell, left, and Cody Simon during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Penn State at Ohio State 10/30/2021

Oct. 30, 2021 08:37 PM EDT

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) passes against Illinois during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 5 Buckeyes cruising again as No. 20 Penn St visits

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 01:49 PM EDT

Ohio State running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) flips the ball after scoring a touchdown against Indiana in the first half during an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
After 9 OT loss, No. 20 Penn St challenged by No. 5 Buckeyes

By Mitch Stacy Oct. 28, 2021 01:32 PM EDT

FILE - Michigan State running back Kenneth Walker III (9) rushes against Rutgers during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Piscataway, N.J., in this Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, file photo. Walker was selected to The Associated Press Midseason All-America team, announced Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Big Ten Preview: A showdown in Michigan tops loaded slate

By Eric Olson Oct. 28, 2021 03:10 AM EDT

FILE - Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson (97) plays against Northern Illinois in the first half of a NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., in this Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021, file photo. Hutchinson was selected to The Associated Press Midseason All-America team, announced Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Clifford, Kolar, Hutchinson among Campbell Trophy finalists

Oct. 27, 2021 01:08 PM EDT

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) passes against Illinois during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 20 Penn State looking for offense to halt skid

By Travis Johnson Oct. 26, 2021 05:56 PM EDT