Koby Howard excels in first half as Penn State leads Buffalo

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Koby Howard excels in first half as Penn State leads Buffalo
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Koby Howard has emerged as the leading receiver for Penn State football in 2026, starring again in the game against Buffalo on September 19. He scored two touchdowns in the first half, accumulating 135 all-purpose yards, contributing to a commanding 34-6 halftime lead for the Nittany Lions. This performance follows strong outings in prior games, hinting at a breakout year for Howard as Penn State seeks to resolve its receiving issues from previous seasons. The game is currently in progress.

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  • •Koby Howard scored two touchdowns in the first half against Buffalo.
  • •He recorded 135 all-purpose yards, leading the Nittany Lions.
  • •Penn State outgained Buffalo 305 to 77 by halftime.
  • •Howard has a total of 12 catches for 344 yards this season.
  • •The game continues with Penn State leading 34-6.
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STATE COLLEGE – Two players who saw limited action last season for Penn State showed why the new coaching staff has high hopes for them this season. Koby Howard accounted for 135 yards and two touchdowns and Quinton Martin Jr. rushed for 100 yards, sending the 14th-ranked Nittany Lions past overmatched Buffalo 55-13 Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Howard played sparingly in the first half of last ...

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Koby Howard has put in the work to become the Nittany Lions’ go-to receiver. Penn State’s secondary was near perfect in the non-conference slate. The Nittany Lions defense had another strong performance, this time forcing four turnovers. Penn State’s ground game took a major step forward with a 100-yard day for Quinton Martin Jr….has Martin […]

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Sophomore Koby Howard has clearly emerged at the No. 1 Penn State football receiver in 2026. See his latest performance vs. Buffalo.

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