CBS Sports projects Penn State to meet Ole Miss in Citrus Bowl
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 1:06 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
CBS Sports has projected that Penn State will play against Ole Miss in the Citrus Bowl. Despite aspirations for a deeper playoff run, the forecast suggests a focus on incremental progress under new head coach Matt Campbell this season. Penn State, ranked No. 17 in the preseason polls, is expected to compete with a manageable schedule that bypasses the top teams in the Big Ten. This approach aims to foster team growth amid previous seasons of stress and upheaval.
- •Penn State projected to face Ole Miss in Citrus Bowl.
- •CBS Sports sees Penn State's playoff hopes as unlikely.
- •New head coach Matt Campbell emphasizes steady team development.
- •Team ranked No. 17 in preseason polls.
- •Easier schedule may impact playoff discussions.
- 1:06 PMYahoo Sports — CBS Sports projects Penn State for Citrus Bowl bid
"CBS Sports projects Penn State to face Ole Miss in the Citrus Bowl despite high hopes for a playoff run this season.
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