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NFL players from Penn State shine in Week 8 matchups

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

NFL players from Penn State shine in Week 8 matchups
Summary

Several NFL players with ties to Penn State had notable performances during Week 8 of the NFL season. Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles recorded a touchdown alongside 30 rushing yards and 24 receiving yards. Pat Freiermuth of the Pittsburgh Steelers caught two passes for 35 yards, while teammate Jaquan Brisker registered seven tackles. Mike Gesicki of the Cincinnati Bengals made four receptions for 76 yards and scored a touchdown. Other contributors included Brenton Strange and Parker Washington, both from the Jacksonville Jaguars, as well as Tyler Warren of the Indianapolis Colts and Jahan Dotson of the Atlanta Falcons. Amid an injury-plagued week for star players, these performances highlight the depth of Penn State’s NFL alumni.

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  • •Saquon Barkley scores a touchdown with 30 rushing yards for the Eagles.
  • •Pat Freiermuth and Jaquan Brisker contribute key stats for the Steelers.
  • •Mike Gesicki records four receptions and a touchdown for the Bengals.
  • •Brenton Strange and Parker Washington show promise for the Jaguars.
  • •Jahan Dotson has a standout game with 95 receiving yards.
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Penn State football got its first win in more than a month, and its NFL players had a great week too.

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