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Penn State safety Marcus Neal stands out ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:17 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Penn State safety Marcus Neal stands out ahead of 2026 season

Summary

The 2026 college football season begins in 31 days as Penn State prepares to face Marshall. Safety Marcus Neal is expected to be a key player for the Nittany Lions after leading the team with 77 tackles and two interceptions in his sophomore year. Neal's impressive performance could position him as one of the standout talents in the Big Ten. His continued development would contribute significantly to a secondary full of potential. The season opener against Marshall marks the start of a hopeful year for Penn State.

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Key Details

•Penn State begins its season against Marshall on September 5, 2026.
•Marcus Neal recorded 77 tackles and 11 TFLs last season.
•Neal aims to lead a talented secondary for the Nittany Lions.
•He could become the first Penn State secondary player drafted in the first round.

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We’re down to just 31 short days until Penn State and Marshall kick off the 2026 season! If you are ranking the many newcomers on the Penn State roster, Marcus Neal may be at the very top. The safety is coming off a wildly productive sophomore year, and could be one of the Big Ten’s […]
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