The spotlight in the Big Ten this year is on Michigan and Ohio State, but this might be James Franklin’s best Penn State roster since the 2016 team that won the Big Ten title.
Penn State is ranked fifth in ESPN’s SP+ preseason rankings, and if the young players progress as Franklin hopes they will, the Nittany Lions could might have a shot at the College Football Playoff for the first time.
Week 10 - Penn State Nittany Lions
- 2022 Record: 11-2 overall, 7-2 in Big Ten
- Head Coach: James Franklin, 10th season
- Key Losses: CB Joey Porter Jr.