Tony Rojas leads Penn State defense amid four-game losing streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Tony Rojas is a key player for Penn State as they face Purdue on Saturday. The Nittany Lions, currently 3-4 and winless in the Big Ten, are in need of three wins in their final five games to secure a bowl appearance. Rojas, a standout linebacker, has excelled since returning from injury, leading the team in tackles and showing strong performance on defense. He remains focused on winning despite the team's struggles, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the game.
- •Penn State is 3-4 overall and 0-4 in Big Ten play.
- •Rojas leads the team in tackles, tackles for loss, and sacks.
- •The Nittany Lions are coming off a four-game losing streak.
- •Rojas is determined to help the team win out for a bowl appearance.
- •Purdue will visit Beaver Stadium on Saturday.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Penn State linebacker Rojas anchoring Nittany Lion defense through losing streak
"Tony Rojas stuck around at Penn State because he believed the Nittany Lions could compete for a conference championship.The team’s star linebacker now knows a Big Ten title is out of reach, but he still believes the Nittany Lions (3-4, 0-4 Big Ten) can win.
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