NICHOLAS SINGLETON NEWS

Explosive vs. Ducks Singleton compiled 10 carries for 105 yards and gathered in 4 of 6 targets for 43 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-37 loss against Oregon.

Impact Singleton hit the 100-yard mark for the first time since Week 2 against Bowling Green. The tailback only saw 14 touches but amassed nearly 150 yards against the Ducks. He'll remain an integral part of the offense when Penn State hosts SMU in the College Football Playoff.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in key Week 14 win Singleton had 13 rushes for 87 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in all three targets for 17 yards during Saturday's 44-7 win against Maryland.

Impact Singleton led the way for Penn State's rushing game with his most yards on the ground since Week 5 versus Illinois. The junior running back also scored multiple rushing touchdowns for the first time this season, as he punched in the first of three-straight rushing touchdowns for Penn State in the second quarter before scoring from 18 yards out early in the fourth quarter. This performance also put Singleton over 700 rushing yards for the second year in a row, though he's been far more efficient with 6.1 yards per carry over 11 appearances this regular season. Unlike recent weeks, he also logged exactly as many carries as fellow junior Kaytron Allen. This duo should continue to share rushing duties when the Nittany Lions take on No. 1 Oregon in the Big Ten Championship Game this coming Saturday.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late TD in win Singleton compiled 13 carries for 63 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all six targets for 37 yards during Saturday's 26-25 win against Minnesota.

Impact Singleton scored a 12-yard touchdown with just under four minutes remaining to give the Nittany Lions their first lead of the game at 23-22. The junior running back had his most impactful performance since his one-game absence with an undisclosed injury Week 6, as this was his first time with 100 total yards since that missed game. Singleton also logged double-digit carries for the first time in four weeks, as the team appeared to ride his hot hand over co-starter Kaytron Allen, who logged seven carries for 10 yards. Singleton won't end up with the bounceback year that many expected for him leading into the season, but he's averaged 6.0 yards across 108 carries this season. His 30 catches and four receiving touchdowns this season are both career highs as well. Singleton will look to end the year on a high note next week against Maryland.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20-yarder in win Singleton logged seven carries for 40 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all two targets for 20 yards during Saturday's 49-10 win against Purdue.

Impact Singleton suited up after exiting early during last week's win versus Washington with an udisclosed injury. The 226-pound junior logged his typical workload, as he once again split carries with co-starter Kaytron Allen (six). Neither running back was overly successul on the ground despite facing a putrid Purdue defense, but Singleton found the end zone with a rushing touchdown of 10 yards in the second half. This marked just his fourth rushing score of the season and his irst since Week 5 against Illinois. While Singleton's numbers don't stand out since returning from an injury Week 7, he's been a factor both as a rusher and receiver with 175 rushing yards and 164 receiving yards over the last five games. He's also totaled three touchdowns over that span. Expect Singleton and Allen to once again shoulder the rushing workload during this Saturday's penultimate regular-season game at Minnestoa.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Singleton (undisclosed) wasn't included on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game versus Purdue.

Impact Singleton was reportedly a full participant in practice earlier in the week, which seemingly put the junior back on a path to suit up for the Nittany Lions. He could have a sizable output forthcoming as well against a porous Purdue defense, with the Nittany Lions favored heavily in the contest.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Star RB Nicholas Singleton practices for Penn State on Wednesday: What we saw from Holuba Hall Singleton left the Washington game with an undisclosed injury.

NOVEMBER 13 • PENNLIVE.COM

Full participant in practice Singleton (undisclosed) was a full participant in Penn State's practice on Wednesday, Max Ralph of PennLive reports.

Impact Singleton left early during Penn State's win over Washington and did not return. His full availability at practice, however, is obviously a good sign that the tailback is trending towards being available Saturday against Purdue.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Injury short-term Penn State's head coach James Franklin announced Monday that Singleton's undisclosed injury is short-term, Daniel Gallen of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact This is welcome news for Singleton, Franklin and Penn State, considering he is the Nittany Lions' primary option in their running game. If there is no other update by Saturday, ideally the Big Ten Conference's availability report clears his injury status before Penn State's game then at Purdue.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early during Week 11 win Singleton did not finish Saturday's 35-6 win versus Washington due to undisclosed reasons, Max Ralph of Penn Live reports.

Impact Singleton exited during the third quarter and did not return before the end of Saturday's contest. Head coach James Franklin did not provide any details or updates on the running back's status postgame, but it appeared he left after landing awkwardly on his head and neck on a carry early in the third quarter, according to Ralph. Singleton finished the contest with seven carries for 45 yards and three catches for 14 yards, marking his first game with fewer than 60 total yards this season. Meanwhile, fellow junior running back Kaytron Allen led the team with 20 carries for 98 yards. Franklin mentioned that the next chance for an update on Singleton's health would come during Wednesday's portion of practice that's open to the media.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Plays pass-catching role Week 9 Singleton recorded six carries for 15 yards and hauled in all six targets for 54 yards during Saturday's 20-13 defeat versus Ohio State.

Impact Singleton tallied a season-lows in rushing attempts and yards as the Nittany Lions struggled to establish much consistency on the ground. His fantasy production didn't plummet though, as he recorded season-highs as a receiver. The junior running back actually finished with a team-high in receptions and targets ahead of tight end Tyler Warren, who saw five targets and five rushing attempts. Meanwhile, Kaytron Allen tallied a team-high 12 rushing attempts. Penn State's cast of versatile offensive skill players combined with a unique offensive scheme should continue to net Singleton touches, even if it doesn't come in a traditional flow. This was also his first game without a touchdown so far this season. He'll look to get back into the end zone during next week's home game versus Washington.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 86 total yards in win Singleton accrued 12 rushes for 49 yards and hauled in 3 of 4 targets for 37 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 28-13 win against Wisconsin.

Impact Singleton caught a touchdown while also totaling under 100 yards for the second game in a row. His touchdown reception was arguably more impressive Saturday, as he pulled off a one-handed grab while in tight coverage in the low red zone. The explosive junior running back accumulated 100 total yards in each of the first four games of the season, but his efficiency as a rusher has held him back despite his increased production as a pass-catcher recently. Singleton has still accrued seven touchdowns this season, including at least one in each of his six games this season. He'll likely need to make a few big plays in order for the Nittany Lions to beat No. 4 Ohio State at home this coming Saturday.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 26 rushing yards in OT win Singleton accrued 10 carries for 26 yards and reeled in all four targets for 39 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 33-30 overtime win over USC.

Impact Singleton was not featured in his return to action after missing last week's game with an illness. Instead, fellow junior Kaytron Allen led the way with 16 carries for 56 rushing yards, including a one-yard touchdown. Singleton still got on the board with a 14-yard touchdown reception on a wide open check-down pass with just under three minutes remaining. While he failed to eclipse 100 total yards for the first time this season, Singlton's increased usage in the passing game clearly shows that he is one of the team's top offensive playmakers alongside tight end Tyler Warren, who caught 17 of 20 targets Saturday. The Nittany Lions will have a bye week before heading on the road again to face Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 26.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll Saturday Singleton (illness) is good to go for Saturday's game against USC, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Singleton was a late scratch last week due to what was reported as an illness. Fortunately, it appears the junior back is ready to roll Saturday and should return to the mix alongside Kaytron Allen. Singleton enters Saturday with 53 carries for 408 yards and three touchdowns under his belt, adding six catches for 74 yards and another pair of scores.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Penn State star RB Nicholas Singleton expected back vs. USC After a one-game absence due to an undisclosed injury, Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton is expected to return this Saturday agains...

OCTOBER 8 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Expected to play at USC Penn State's head coach James Franklin is very confident that Singleton (illness) will be available when the Nittany Lions play at USC on Saturday, John McGonigal of PennLive.com r...

Impact Considering that Singleton was held out as a precaution for Penn State's latest game, it is no surprise that he is probable for the Nittany Lions' next matchup. Their head coach being incredibly confident of his previously ill running back's participation confirms his probable status. The Big Ten injury report should perfectly clear Singleton's availability status Saturday.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

DNP with stomach bug Singleton did not end up playing in Saturday's win over UCLA due to a stomach bug, per the Big Ten Network broadcast.

Impact Singleton was announced as a co-starter with Kaytron Allen before the game but was ultimately held out with precaution. He should be ready to go as normal for next week's crucial showdown against USC.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Announced as starter Singleton (undisclosed) was just announced as a starting running back ahead of Saturday's game against UCLA, Richard Scarcella of the Reading Eagle reports.

Impact Singleton looks like he'll be good to play as previous reports suggested earlier this week. The junior running back is off to a flying start, rushing 53 times for 408 yards and six touchdowns through four games and should be in for another positive game script against a weak Bruins team.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted warming up Singleton (undisclosed) is in uniform and warming up ahead of Penn State's tilt with UCLA, Seth Engle of The Daily Collegian reports.

Impact Singleton was listed as questionable, but it's a good sign that he's warming up in uniform. He'll likely be a game-time decision, but the running back is trending towards playing against the Bruins.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Singleton (undisclosed) is now listed as questionable for Saturday's game against UCLA.

Impact Singleton's status remains in question despite earlier reports suggesting that he was expected to play. Coach James Franklin has been adamant this week that Singleton's injury isn't serious and that it shouldn't expect his availability. His official status will be worth monitoring leading up to kickoff.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Singleton (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday against UCLA, Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Singleton's status for this week was in question after he wasn't present for the media viewing period of practice on Wednesday. However, there's nothing serious about him, and he's expected to handle his regular workload on Saturday. Singleton has been excellent to start this season, racking up 408 yards and three touchdowns across four games while averaging a robust 7.7 yards per carry.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Wednesday Singleton (undisclosed) did not practice with the team on Wednesday, though head coach James Franklin indicated that Singleton is still expected to play Saturday's game against UCL...

Impact Franklin indicated that Singleton's absence wasn't caused by anything serious and shouldn't affect his availability moving forward, though the situation will likely be worth monitoring throughout the week. The junior running back has had a productive start to the season as part of Penn State's two-headed monster in the backfield alongside Kaytron Allen, running for 408 yards and three touchdowns through the team's first four games and averaging an exceptional 7.7 YPC. Should he miss Saturday's game, Allen would likely be in for a significant workload against the Bruins.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores another TD in win Singleton notched 16 carries for 94 yards and one touchdown and gathered in all two targets for 25 yards during Saturday's 21-7 victory versus Illinois.

Impact Singleton continued to roll under new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. The 226-pound speedster didn't notch any home-run plays like he did over the past two games, but he remained efficient while seeing a season-high 16 carries and his third rushing score of the season. This still fell behind fellow junior running back Kaytron Allen, who logged 18 carries for 102 yards and a touchdown. With Singleton and Allen continuing to split carries, they'll likely need the Nittany Lions to heavily rely on the running game moving forward through Big Ten play. They should both have an easy time during next week's home game versus UCLA, which has been one of the conference's worst teams so far this season.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores another TD in win Singleton notched 16 carries for 94 yards and one touchdown and gathered in all two targets for 25 yards during Saturday's 21-7 victory versus Illinois.

Impact Singleton continued to roll under new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki. The 226-pound speedster didn't notch any home-run plays like he did over the past two games, but he remained efficient while seeing a season-high 16 carries and his third rushing score of the season. This still fell behind fellow junior running back Kaytron Allen, who logged 18 carries for 102 yards and a touchdown. With Singleton and Allen continuing to split carries, they'll likely need the Nittany Lions to heavily rely on the running game moving forward through Big Ten play. They should both have an easy time during next week's home game versus UCLA, which has been one of the conference's worst teams so far this season.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE