Penn State struggles after loss to Wisconsin ahead of Northwestern matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 10:09 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Penn State's football team faces challenges following a 17-point lead blown in a recent game against Wisconsin. The loss has complicated their start to Big Ten play, especially as they prepare for a quick turnaround against Northwestern on Friday night. Key players must step up, including quarterback Rocco Becht, who is looking to rebound from a difficult performance. The coaching staff, led by Matt Campbell, will need to reestablish the aggressive strategy that characterized earlier games to regain momentum. Injuries and a tough schedule add pressure as the team seeks to regroup.
- •Penn State lost to Wisconsin after leading by 17 points.
- •The Nittany Lions will play Northwestern on Friday night.
- •Wide receiver Koby Howard is injured and out for the foreseeable future.
- •Quarterback Rocco Becht needs to improve after a poor performance.
- •Coaching staff aims to return to an aggressive game strategy.
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"Penn State blew a 17-point lead against Wisconsin. Now, they must figure out how to move forward and pick up the pieces.
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