2 Penn State Seniors Trending Up, Another Down Before Ohio State Game
Penn State faces a challenging path with five games left in the season. Following two matchups against Indiana, they have games against Michigan State, Nebraska, and Rutgers—all considered more winnable. To become bowl eligible, the Nittany Lions need at least three victories in these contests.
Even if Penn State reaches bowl eligibility, the focus will largely remain on the search for a new head coach in Happy Valley. Therefore, the remainder of the season serves two main purposes:
- Identifying younger players who should be priorities to retain
- Giving senior standouts a chance to prove their value for the NFL
Players on the Rise
Freshman Wide Receiver Koby Howard
Penn State’s passing game has struggled, ranking 110th nationally entering this week’s play. The much-anticipated transfer trio—Kyron Hudson, Trebor Peña, and Devonte Ross—has yet to meet expectations. Howard is expected to make a significant impact in upcoming games.
Interim coach Terry Smith emphasized, "Howard and redshirt freshman Tyseer Denmark will see more time in the receiving corps moving forward."
Summary
The final games are critical for Penn State to build momentum, assess emerging talents, and highlight seniors aiming for NFL careers amidst coaching uncertainties.