Welcome to our newest segment where we look at the most important keys (or X-factors) related to Penn State’s upcoming opponent that could determine the outcome of the game either way. These posts will go up every Friday of game week, and while there are no set number of X-Factors, we’ll try to keep things in the 3-5 items range. Without further ado, let’s get to the X-Factors against West Virginia!
1. Ground and Pound
It’s no secret that both Penn State and West Virginia’s greatest strengths on offense are through running the football, as both teams boast a dynamic duo backfield with Nicholas Singleton/Kaytron Allen at PSU and CJ Donaldson/Jaheim White at WVU.