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Is Iowa a must-win game for Penn State to reach CFP?

ALTOONA, Pa. -- We've got No. 4 Penn State at No. 3 Iowa this week, which should be a great game and a great atmosphere at Kinnick Stadium.

I honestly cannot wait to see how things play out Saturday evening.

But how much does this game mean to Penn State's chances of reaching the College Football Playoff?

Is it a must-win game in that regard?

The answer, from this perspective, is no.

Certainly, a win would be enormous for the Nittany Lions. But even if they lose, there still would be a pretty clear path to a playoff berth.