Penn State prepares for left tackle competition ahead of fall camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:28 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
As Penn State's fall camp approaches, the team's left tackle competition gains prominence. Three players, Malachi Goodman, Garrett Sexton, and Owen Aliciene, vie for the starting role to protect quarterback Rocco Becht's blindside. Goodman, a redshirt freshman, leads with impressive size and athleticism, while Sexton, a redshirt sophomore, brings some experience and positional flexibility. Aliciene, another redshirt freshman, has limited snaps but has trained on the left side during spring drills. Coaches aim to keep the battle open as they finalize their offensive line depth.
- •Penn State's left tackle competition involves Malachi Goodman, Garrett Sexton, and Owen Aliciene.
- •Goodman has never taken a snap but impressed during spring drills.
- •Sexton played 13 games last season, primarily on special teams.
- •Aliciene played limited snaps last season but trained on the left side in spring.
- •The competition is crucial for quarterback Rocco Becht's protection.
- 7:28 PMYahoo Sports — Penn State's left tackle competition most important headed into fall camp
"Penn State faces a critical decision at left tackle as three inexperienced candidates compete for the starting job.
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