2 Penn State Seniors Trending Up, Another Down Ahead of Ohio State Game
Penn State faces a challenging path to find positives in its last five games this season. They will play Indiana twice, followed by matchups against Michigan State, Nebraska, and Rutgers—teams that are more manageable. The Nittany Lions must win at least three of these games to become bowl eligible.
Even if Penn State qualifies for a bowl, the event will be overshadowed by the ongoing search for a new head coach in Happy Valley. Therefore, the final games are focused mainly on two objectives:
- Identifying younger players who should be prioritized for retention.
- Giving senior leaders a chance to showcase their potential to NFL scouts.
Players on the Rise
Freshman Wide Receiver Koby Howard
The Nittany Lions' passing attack, ranked 110th nationally this week, urgently needs improvement. The much-anticipated contributions from transfers Kyron Hudson, Trebor Peña, and Devonte Ross have fallen short so far. Penn State is counting on Koby Howard to help revive the passing game in the coming games.
"Interim coach Terry Smith has been adamant that Howard and redshirt freshman Tyseer Denmark will see more time in the receiving corps moving forward."
Summary
Penn State's season conclusion hinges on developing young talent and showcasing seniors, all while navigating the uncertainty surrounding its coaching future.