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Penn State DT Anthony Zettel to play despite father's passing

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Penn State defensive anchor Anthony Zettel always has played to make his father proud. Rich Barnes/USA TODAY Sports
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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- The father of Penn State defensive tackle Anthony Zettel died in his home Friday night but, according to a spokesman, the fifth-year senior still plans to play in Saturday afternoon's game against San Diego State.