Penn State players shine in NFL Week 7 despite bye week

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Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Penn State players shine in NFL Week 7 despite bye week
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In Week 7 of the NFL season, several Penn State alumni showcased notable performances while the college team was on a bye week. Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles achieved 62 yards and a touchdown on 7 carries. Pat Freiermuth from the Pittsburgh Steelers recorded 20 receiving yards on 2 catches, while teammate Jaquan Brisker tallied 3 tackles. Chris Godwin Jr. of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers caught 4 passes for 21 yards, and Mike Gesicki of the Cincinnati Bengals scored a touchdown with 6 receiving yards on 1 catch. Abdul Carter and Ji’Ayir Brown contributed defensively with 4 and 5 tackles, respectively. The performances highlight the impact of Penn State's players in the NFL as the season progresses.

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  • •Saquon Barkley rushed for 62 yards and 1 touchdown.
  • •Pat Freiermuth had 2 catches for 20 yards.
  • •Chris Godwin Jr. recorded 4 receptions for 21 yards.
  • •Mike Gesicki caught 1 pass for 6 yards and a touchdown.
  • •Jaquan Brisker and Ji’Ayir Brown combined for 8 tackles.
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Penn State had a bye week, so fans had to rely on its players in the NFL for enjoyment. Here are the best performances from Penn Staters in the NFL.

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