2 Penn State Seniors Are Trending Up, Another Down Before Ohio State Game
Penn State faces a challenging path in its last five games. The next matchup is against Indiana, followed by more winnable contests with Michigan State, Nebraska, and Rutgers. The team must secure at least three victories to be bowl eligible.
Even if this goal is achieved, any potential bowl appearance will likely be overshadowed by the ongoing search for a new head coach in Happy Valley. Therefore, the closing weeks of the season focus on two key objectives: identifying younger players worth retaining and giving senior standouts an opportunity to show their potential for the NFL draft.
Players to Watch
Up: Freshman Wide Receiver Koby Howard
Penn State’s passing game has struggled, ranking 110th nationally this week. The high-profile transfer trio of Kyron Hudson, Trebor Peña, and Devonte Ross has failed to meet expectations. As a result, Koby Howard is expected to step in and help energize the offense. Interim coach Terry Smith has emphasized that both Howard and redshirt freshman Tyseer Denmark will see more action in the receiving corps moving forward.
Interim coach Terry Smith has been adamant that "Howard and redshirt freshman Tyseer Denmark will see more time in the receiving corps moving forward."
Author’s Summary
Facing a tough finish to the season, Penn State relies on rising talents like Koby Howard to reinvigorate its offense and restore momentum under interim leadership.