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20 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Andrew Rappleyea - Best target for Becht in win Rappleyea caught 4 of 5 targets for 45 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-17 victory against Purdue.

Impact Rappleyea was one of Becht's most reliable options, capping the opening drive with a short touchdown and setting the tone for the night. With Koby Howard (lower body) and Chase Sowell (undisclosed) sidelined, the tight end has become even more important in the passing game, especially near the goal line. If Penn State's receiver group continues to struggle with injuries, he should remain a focal point against Washington on Saturday.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carson Hansen - Logs 105 yards of total offense Hansen totaled 17 carries for 96 yards and one touchdown and gathered in their only target for nine yards during Saturday's 31-17 win versus Purdue.

Impact Hansen was a strong complement to Cam Wallace, and the pair gave Penn State its first real rushing identity since the opening week of Big Ten play. He punched in a short touchdown right before halftime, reinforcing his value as the short-yardage option even as Wallace takes on more of the early-down work. Expect the two to split carries going forward, with Hansen's production depending on how the game script plays out.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cam Wallace - Emerges with huge game Wallace tallied 22 carries for 135 yards and one touchdown and gathered in 3 of 4 targets for nine yards during Saturday's 31-17 win against Purdue.

Impact Wallace's breakout was the feel-good story of the day and could change how Penn State's backfield looks the rest of the way. The junior missed the better part of two seasons after breaking bones in both legs, and he barely played through the first seven games before standing out in practice during the bye week. Campbell made him the focus of the inside run game, and he responded by running patiently and with power. He's earned a much bigger role, and it would be a surprise if he isn't the lead back at Washington.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rocco Becht - Efficient in conference win Becht completed 16 of 24 passes for 175 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-17 victory versus Purdue. He also had 11 rushes for 27 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Becht didn't have to carry Penn State on Saturday, and that may have been for the best. With Koby Howard (lower body) and Chase Sowell (undisclosed) both out, he managed the game cleanly, avoided turnovers and used his legs to keep the chains moving as the Nittany Lions finally established the run. It was a confidence-building win after four straight losses, and Matt Campbell's first Big Ten victory at Penn State. The challenge now is showing he can do it away from home Saturday at Washington.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Peoples - Healthy scratch for Week 9 Peoples did not play during Saturday's game against Purdue.

Impact Peoples has been part of a Penn State backfield struggling right before and during the team's bye in Week 8, so it looked like the Nittany Lions were willing to shake their rotation up. Peoples was arguably the most notable, with his last 20 rushing attempts featuring under 2.5 yards per carry. In place of him, Cam Wallace (who logged zero carries in October before Saturday) subsequently broke out for 22 carries with 135 yards and one touchdown. It would not be surprising if Peoples' demoted status remains unchanged.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brian Kortovich - Doesn't play vs. Purdue Kortovich (undisclosed) did not play in Saturday's 31-17 victory over Purdue.

Impact Kortovich ended up sitting out his first contest of the season due to an undisclosed injury. He serves as a depth option at tight end, providing blocking value while drawing no targets this fall. He will aim to return against Washington on Saturday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wallace's big rushing day leads Penn State over Purdue 31-17, 1st Big Ten win under Matt Campbell

Cam Wallace ran for 135 yards with a touchdown, and Penn State beat Purdue 31-17 on Saturday for its first Big Ten win of the Matt Campbell era

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

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Koby Howard - Will not play Saturday Howard (lower body) is out for Saturday's matchup versus Purdue, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Howard was deemed doubtful to play in the final version of the injury report before game day, so the downgrade in status isn't surprising. His absence is huge, as he's notched 12 receptions for 344 yards and three total touchdowns this season. With Howard and Chase Sowell (undisclosed) sidelined, expect Zay Robinson, Karon Brookins and Amarion Jackson to step up and handle bigger roles in the passing game.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chase Sowell - Downgraded to out versus Purdue Sowell (undisclosed) will not play in Saturday's game versus Purdue, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Sowell was unable to recover ahead of Saturday's contest and will sit out his first game of the season due to an undisclosed injury. The wideout has been a big target in Penn State's receiving corps, hauling in 34 receptions for 510 yards and three touchdowns. His absence should open up an opportunity for pass catchers like Brett Eskildsen and Zay Robinson to see increased targets.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Koby Howard - Listed as doubtful versus Purdue Howard (lower body) holds a doubtful designation for Saturday's contest versus Purdue, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Howard has downgraded from questionable to doubtful, so it seems the wideout is in line to miss another game. Howard has been one of the most reliable offensive weapons for the Nittany Lions, posting 12 receptions for 344 yards and three total touchdowns.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Penn State's top defender named semifinalist for top player at his position Penn State linebacker Tony Rojas continues to be rewarded for his impressive success this season.

3 DAYS AGO • PENNLIVE.COM

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4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

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Penn State linebacker Rojas anchoring Nittany Lion defense through losing streak

Tony Rojas opted to stay at Penn State because he believed the Nittany Lions could compete for a conference championship

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Brian Kortovich - Status murky for Saturday Kortovich carries a questionable tag ahead of Saturday's contest versus Purdue, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Kortovich may miss his first game of the year on Saturday against the Boilermakers due to an undisclosed injury. Despite not missing a game yet, the tight end has not recorded a catch in seven games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chase Sowell - Status in question for Week 9 Sowell (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's contest versus Purdue, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Sowell has landed on Penn State's injury report due to an undisclosed injury. The wideout has yet to miss a contest this campaign, hauling in 34 receptions for 510 yards and three touchdowns across seven games. He will aim to recover in the coming days to potentially be removed from the report.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Koby Howard - Still questionable for Saturday Howard (lower body) is listed as questionable ahead of Saturday's matchup with Purdue.

Impact Howard has missed the previous four games due to a lower-body injury and could return Saturday against the Boilermakers. In three games, the wide receiver provided a big spark for the Nittany Lions, posting 12 receptions for 344 yards and three total touchdowns.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Former Trojans back Bryan Jackson, Wisconsin upset No. 16 Southern California 24-7

Southern California transfer Bryan Jackson scored a first-half touchdown against his former team to help Wisconsin surprise the No. 16 Trojans 24-7 on Saturday night

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Tommy Carr started and struggled for Michigan in a 13-6 overtime loss to No. 6 Indiana

Michigan quarterback Tommy Carr made his first start in part because coaches had confidence in his ability to take care of the football

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 22 • FOX SPORTS

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OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 21 • Associated Press

Koby Howard - Questionable for Purdue on Halloween Howard (lower body) is questionable Penn State's clash with Purdue on Oct. 31, per Daniel Gallen of 247Sports.com.

Impact Howard is reportedly still not practicing, but there's a chance he can get on the field in the next 10 days and head coach Matt Campbell deemed him questionable for the Oct. 31 afternoon game against Purdue. His return to action would be huge for the Nittany Lions, who still haven't won a game without the dynamic wideout who posted 12 catches for 344 yards and two scores in three games.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Chase Sowell - Primary target for Becht Sowell notched 11 receptions (on 15 targets) for 151 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 21-18 loss to Michigan.

Impact Kobe Howard's return is still a week away, and Sowell took full advantage of the increased exposure, posting a massive yardage total and scoring a touchdown. Sowell's number could drop a bit when Howard returns, but he's definitely earned his place in Rocco Becht's arsenal.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

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