Penn State football defeats Marshall 45-0 in the season opener

Penn State opened the 2026 season with a 45-0 victory over Marshall at Beaver Stadium on September 5. The game marked the debut of head coach Matt Campbell, who takes over for the previous staff. Wide receiver Koby Howard emerged as a primary offensive threat, recording 161 receiving yards and one touchdown on six catches. The program introduced several stadium renovations, including a new “success with honor” sign in the tunnel and a visual focus on section 409 to honor past program history. These updates follow a transition in leadership from the James Franklin era. Campbell opted to focus on player performance during postgame commentary when asked about the atmosphere.

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