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Penn State football faces injuries as 2026 season approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Penn State football faces injuries as 2026 season approaches

Summary

As the 2026 college football season nears, Penn State contends with multiple injuries affecting key players. Running back Carson Hansen is sidelined, and defensive back Zion Tracy suffered an injury during last weekend's scrimmage. While quarterbacks Rocco Becht and Alex Manske have returned from their own injuries, the absence of other players, such as wide receiver Brett Eskildsen, hampers team practice time. Head coach Matt Campbell remains optimistic, indicating that none of the injuries are viewed as serious, though they still pose a concern as training camp intensifies.

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Status Watch

•Injuries affecting key players ahead of 2026 season.
•Carson Hansen and Zion Tracy are currently out.
•Rocco Becht and Alex Manske have returned to practice.
•Brett Eskildsen is also dealing with an injury.
•Head coach Matt Campbell remains optimistic about the situation.

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11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Injury bug plaguing Penn State as 2026 season approaches

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The college football season is rapidly approaching, but that’s a bad sign for Penn State, who is dealing with injuries to key players.
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