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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

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 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

Illinois wide receiver Casey Washington (14) celebrates after catching a pass for a 2-point conversion in the ninth overtime to defeat Penn State 20-18 in an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa.on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Illinois stuns No. 7 Penn State 20-18 in NCAA's 1st 9OT game

By Travis Johnson Oct. 23, 2021 04:58 PM EDT

Penn State running back Keyvone Lee (24) is tackled by Indiana linebacker Cam Jones (4) in the first half of their NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 4 Penn State committed to running back timeshare

Oct. 06, 2021 05:30 PM EDT

Penn State running back Keyvone Lee (24) runs out of his shoe as Villanova defensive back Ethan Potter (34) looks on during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept.25, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 4 Penn State looking for 9th straight win

By The Associated Press Sep. 30, 2021 02:33 PM EDT

Penn State linebacker Ellis Brooks (13) congratulates defensive end Arnold Ebiketie (17) on a sack of Villanova quarterback Daniel Smith (12) during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa.,on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. Penn State defeated Villanova 38-17. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 4 Nittany Lions looking to maintain early momentum

By Travis Johnson Sep. 28, 2021 05:46 PM EDT

Penn State wide receiver Parker Washington (3) breaks away from Villanova defensive back Jalen Goodman (7) to score a first quarter touchdown during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Sean Clifford leads No. 6 Penn State past Villanova 38-17

By Travis Johnson Sep. 25, 2021 03:26 PM EDT

Penn State running back Noah Cain (21) celebrates with offensive lineman Eric Wilson (68) after scoring a fourth-quarter touchdown against Auburn during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. Penn State defeated Auburn 28-20. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 6 Penn State looks for 8th straight victory

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 02:07 PM EDT

Penn State running back Noah Cain (21) celebrates with offensive lineman Eric Wilson (68) after scoring a fourth-quarter touchdown against Auburn during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. Penn State defeated Auburn 28-20. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Clifford's growing comfort fueling No. 6 Penn State's rise

By Travis Johnson Sep. 19, 2021 01:47 PM EDT

Auburn cornerback Roger McCreary (23) celebrates after intercepting Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 10 Penn St holds on to white out No. 22 Auburn 28-20

Travis Johnson Sep. 18, 2021 11:25 PM EDT

Penn State takes the field for their NCAA college football game against Auburn amidst a "Whiteout" crowd at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Auburn at Penn State 9/18/2021

Sep. 18, 2021 08:29 PM EDT

Ball State quarterback Drew Plitt (9) passes against Penn State during the first half of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Clifford leads No. 11 Penn State over Ball State 44-13

By Travis Johnson Sep. 11, 2021 07:36 PM EDT

Penn State wide receiver Jahan Dotson (5) battles Ball State safety J.T. Wahee (14) for an incomplete pass during an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Ball State at Penn State 9/11/2021

Sep. 11, 2021 05:49 PM EDT

Penn State's Jahan Dotson celebrates his touchdwon catch during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Madison, Wis. Penn State won 16-10. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
No. 11 Penn State hopes to avoid letdown as Ball St. visits

By The Associated Press Sep. 09, 2021 02:19 PM EDT

Penn State head coach James Franklin reacts to a blocked field goal during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
No. 11 Penn State anticipating tough matchup with Ball State

By Travis Johnson Sep. 09, 2021 02:12 PM EDT

Clemson quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei is knocked to the turf by Georgia defender Travon Walker on a broken play during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: 'Bama's Young worthy successor at QB U

By Ralph D. Russo Sep. 04, 2021 09:12 PM EDT

Wisconsin's Jake Ferguson catches a pass in front of Penn State's Joey Porter Jr. during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Defense helps No. 19 Penn State edge No. 12 Wisconsin 16-10

By Steve Megargee Sep. 04, 2021 04:13 PM EDT

Penn State's Sean Clifford tries to get away from Wisconsin's Nick Herbig during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Penn State at Wisconsin 9/4/2021

Sep. 04, 2021 01:47 PM EDT

FILE - Penn State football coach James Franklin, second from front right, congratulates freshman cornerback Kalen King (4) after winning a 1-on-1 against a wide receiver during an NCAA college football practice in State College, Pa., in this Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021, file photo. Penn State coach James Franklin believes new play-caller Mike Yurcich will help the Nittany Lions return to their 2016-2019 form where they scored 30 or more in 35 of 53 games and never averaged less than 34 points per game. (Abby Drey/Centre Daily Times via AP)
No. 12 Wisconsin opens season by hosting No. 19 Penn State

By The Associated Press Sep. 02, 2021 03:38 PM EDT