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Penn State prepares for Big Ten play after strong non-conference start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:17 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Penn State prepares for Big Ten play after strong non-conference start

Summary

Penn State enters Big Ten play with a 3-0 record after dominating non-conference opponents. The Nittany Lions limited Buffalo to just 60 passing yards and recorded a 55-13 victory, showcasing a defense that has yet to allow a touchdown with standout performances from players like Rocco Becht and a deep stable of running backs. Head coach Matt Campbell's squad starts conference action against Wisconsin on Saturday at Beaver Stadium, where they aim to extend their success. The upcoming matches will be pivotal as they face tougher competition.

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Status Watch

•Penn State is 3-0 after wins over Marshall, Temple, and Buffalo.
•The defense ranks high nationally, allowing only 7.3 points per game.
•Next game is against Wisconsin on Saturday at Beaver Stadium.
•Rocco Becht is gaining confidence as quarterback.
•Defense features key players like Marcus Neal Jr. and Tony Rojas.

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4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Penn State offense has produced, but defense has been even better [opinion]

What they're saying

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Penn State dispatched three non-conference opponents, just like it has done every year since 2017. Predicting what the 3-0 Nittany Lions will do in Big Ten play, which begins this coming Saturday (5 p.m., TV-Peacock) against Wisconsin at Beaver Stadium, is less certain. We’ve learned some things about them and first-year Penn State coach Matt Campbell and his staff in their wins over Marshall, ...
— Yahoo Sports

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