Kirk Herbstreit predicts Penn State for College Football Playoff

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Kirk Herbstreit predicts Penn State for College Football Playoff
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Kirk Herbstreit appeared on The Pat McAfee Show, predicting that Penn State will make the College Football Playoff this season. He believes the Nittany Lions can achieve a 10-2 record, largely due to their favorable schedule, which allows them to avoid Ohio State and Oregon. Herbstreit pointed out potential challenges during road games against Michigan and Washington. His remarks come as anticipation builds ahead of the season kickoff in eight days.

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  • Herbstreit predicts Penn State will finish 10-2.
  • He cites a favorable schedule as a key factor.
  • The Nittany Lions avoid Ohio State and Oregon this season.
  • Challenges include road games against Michigan and Washington.
  • The season starts in eight days.
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Kirk Herbstreit recently made an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, where he predicted Penn State to make the College Football Playoff.

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