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James Franklin didn’t confirm last week’s reports that cornerback John Reid will miss “significant time” in 2017 due to a knee injury — but the Penn State coach did hint at another player stepping up.
Christian Campbell, a senior cornerback, figures to start in Reid’s place alongside fellow veteran Grant Haley, and Franklin said Wednesday night he feels comfortable with Campbell.
“Obviously he’s going to have a little more significant of a role this year,” Franklin added. “He’s going to get a few more reps.”
Campbell, who has appeared in 31 games and started four times since arriving in Happy Valley, has dealt with injuries throughout his career.