WWE lightweights roster preview highlights talent and competition in upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
As the wrestling season approaches, the Penn State Wrestling team's lightweight roster of 31 includes defending NCAA champion Luke Lilledahl at 125 and promising sophomore Marcus Blaze at 133. Coach Cael Sanderson suggests ongoing efforts for wrestler Levi Haines’ additional season eligibility amid NCAA litigation. The competition is expected to intensify with returning All Americans and several newcomers challenging established wrestlers. The team, which is riding a lengthy win streak, aims to maintain its dominance in the upcoming National Tournaments, where it has previously set team scoring records.
- •Penn State's roster includes 31 wrestlers despite NCAA limitations.
- •Luke Lilledahl is a strong favorite to repeat as champion at 125.
- •Marcus Blaze targets a starting position at 133 after a strong performance at the US Open.
- •Masanosuke Ono's eligibility remains uncertain but is highly anticipated.
- •Levi Haines seeks an additional eligibility year amid ongoing litigation.
- 1:27 AMYahoo Sports — Wrestling Roster Preview- The Lightweights
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