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Christian Askew set for Penn State football debut on September 5, 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:07 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Christian Askew set for Penn State football debut on September 5, 2026

Summary

Penn State football fans are anticipating the start of the 2026 season, with the first game scheduled for September 5. This date also marks the debut of Christian Askew, a three-star safety prospect from Kathleen, Georgia, who joins the team as part of head coach Matt Campbell's inaugural recruiting class. Askew's academic achievements hint at a potential selection for the Academic All-Big Ten team. His decision to choose Penn State came after considering offers from various Ivy League schools and service academies.

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Key Details

•Penn State's first game is September 5, 2026
•Christian Askew joins as a three-star safety
•Askew part of Matt Campbell's first recruiting class
•Potential inclusion in Academic All-Big Ten team
•Selected Penn State over Ivy League and service academy offers

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What they're saying

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It’s getting closer and closer…we are now within a month from Penn State’s first game of 2026! September 5, 2026, will also mark the date of Christian Askew’s first game as a Nittany Lion. Askew joins Penn State as part of Matt Campbell’s first recruiting class after taking over as head coach. The three-star prospect […]
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