Back to the Penn State Nittany Lions Newsfeed

Which Penn State position group has impressed Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh?

When asked if any Penn State player in particular — outside of quarterback Trace McSorley — impressed him on film, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh didn’t hesitate in answering.

“I’d say the entire defensive line. ...I think it’s the best we’ve played so far,” Harbaugh said on Tuesday’s Big Ten teleconference. “It’s an aggressive group that is very strong with an inside pass rush, as well as speed and power on the edge. Been an impressive group.”

Harbaugh didn’t get into specifics and didn’t break down any player specifically. But Penn State is tied for fourth in the country in sacks per game (3.