James Peoples confident in Penn State's playoff chances after transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:31 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Penn State running back James Peoples expressed confidence that his team will make the College Football Playoff this season. Peoples, a transfer from Ohio State, did not see much playing time with the Buckeyes but is motivated to prove himself with the Nittany Lions after the team seeks to recover from a disappointing midseason last year. He emphasized his winning experience from his time at Ohio State, where he was part of the national championship team. Although Penn State does not face Ohio State during the regular season, he looks forward to potentially meeting them in the playoffs. With key running backs having moved on to the NFL, Peoples has an opportunity to earn significant playing time.
- •James Peoples transferred to Penn State from Ohio State.
- •He believes Penn State can reach the College Football Playoff.
- •Peoples did not play much at Ohio State but has championship experience.
- •He sees an opportunity for more carries in an open running back room.
- •Penn State does not play Ohio State in the regular season.
- 2:31 PMYahoo Sports — Penn State transfer RB sends direct message to former team
"Penn State running back James Peoples transferred over from Ohio State after last season, and now he plans on meeting them in the CFP.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NCAAF•Aug 9, 2026, 3:01 PMPlayer to Watch: Luke Montgomery is looking to close his Ohio State career on a high note
- NCAAF•Aug 9, 2026, 3:00 PMProtect College Sports Act fails to pass Senate before recess
- NCAAF•Aug 9, 2026, 2:54 PMBlue-chip LSU football QB target sets commitment date
- NCAAF•Aug 9, 2026, 2:45 PMGone Viral: Amazing catch by Texas WR Cam Coleman lights up internet
- NCAAF•Aug 9, 2026, 2:30 PMGeorgia football playing 4 ranked opponents in 2026
- NCAAF•Aug 9, 2026, 2:00 PMDocumentary celebrating Miami University’s ‘Cradle of Coaches’ coming to Peacock
