Cristiano Rosa looks to make impact for Penn State this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Penn State is preparing for its season opener against Marshall at Beaver Stadium in 95 days. Redshirt senior Cristiano Rosa, who previously played at Central Connecticut State and James Madison, is expected to be key as a kicker. Rosa served primarily as a kickoff specialist at James Madison, recording 114 touchbacks over two seasons. His experience will be vital as the Nittany Lions aim for a strong start against the Thundering Herd.
- •Penn State opens the season against Marshall on September 2.
- •Cristiano Rosa is a redshirt senior transferring from James Madison.
- •He recorded 114 touchbacks in his two years at James Madison.
- •Rosa played one game at Central Connecticut State before transferring.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Only Cristiano Rosa Away from Penn State Football
"Penn State will be on the field at Beaver Stadium in 95 days for its season opener against Marshall. The guy kicking off to start that game might just be No. 95 Cristiano Rosa. The redshirt senior is a well-traveled player, who originally played at his home state Central Connecticut State. There, Rosa played in […]
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