UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — James Franklin found a surprise along Penn State’s offensive line, but it’s not at the team’s biggest position of need.
Wendy Laurent, a redshirt junior who can play guard and center, is fighting for a starting spot, Franklin said Wednesday after practice. Laurent started three games last season, played in seven, and his flexibility comes into play as Penn State tries to put its best five offensive linemen on the field.
“He’s been so much more competitive in the offseason. I really think his commitment level is at a high level right now,” Franklin said.