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Michigan State quarterback Payton Thorne (10) looks to throw a pass while pressured by Penn State defensive end Adisa Isaac (20) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Clifford throws 4 TDs, No. 11 Penn State tops Michigan St

By Travis Johnson Nov. 26, 2022 07:51 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — This is what Sean Clifford came back for. The atmosphere,

Michigan State tight end Daniel Barker (9) breaks away from Indiana defensive back Bryant Fitzgerald (31) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
No. 11 Penn State looking to wrap season strong against MSU

By Travis Johnson Nov. 23, 2022 11:50 AM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — James Franklin has been around long enough to know that it

FILE - Penn State linebacker Abdul Carter (11) tackles Minnesota running back Trey Potts (3) in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in State College, Pa. James Franklin hasn't hesitated to play freshmen in big roles in the past and this season is no different. The Nittany Lions have gotten big contributions from running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton while hard-hitting linebacker Abdul Carter has emerged as one of the team's best players on defense. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger, File)
Penn State's Carter among impactful frosh for Nittany Lions

By Travis Johnson Nov. 15, 2022 04:56 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Of all the teammates and opponents Penn State safety Ji

Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton scores a touchdown against Maryland during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 14 Penn State defense shines in 30-0 rout of Maryland

By Travis Johnson Nov. 12, 2022 07:19 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — When the finger-pointing began on the other side of the

Penn State running back Tank Smith (38) runs the ball into the Indiana defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
No. 14 Penn State looks for another win over Maryland

By Travis Johnson Nov. 10, 2022 11:45 AM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Maryland coach Mike Locksley reminded his players this week

Penn State wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley celebrates a touchdown against Minnesota during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in State College, Pa. Penn State won 45-17. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 2 Ohio State prepared for No. 13 Penn State's secondary

By Travis Johnson Oct. 27, 2022 11:49 AM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Ryan Day spends the 48 hours before a game drawing up

Minnesota linebacker Mariano Sori-Marin (55) tackles Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger9
Clifford passes for 4 TDs, No. 16 Penn State beats Minnesota

By Travis Johnson Oct. 22, 2022 11:19 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — A week after the worst game of his six-year career, a

Minnesota quarterback Tanner Morgan is tackled by Illinois linebacker Isaac Darkangelo (38) and Gabe Jacas (17) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Champaign, Ill. Morgan was injured on the play and did not return. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
No. 16 Penn State, Minnesota looking to rebound after losses

By Travis Johnson Oct. 20, 2022 11:01 AM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State players gathered around one big screen to watch

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws a pass while being pressured by Northwestern defensive back Rod Heard II (24) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Penn St QB Clifford healthy, content ahead of Michigan game

By Travis Johnson Oct. 11, 2022 03:20 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Sean Clifford spent last week getting a head start for what

Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton (10) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Sean Clifford (14) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern, Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
No. 11 Penn State outlasts Northwestern 17-7 in sloppy game

By Travis Johnson Oct. 01, 2022 07:08 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — As rain pounded the field during warmups, Penn State’s PJ

Miami (Ohio) wide receiver Mac Hippenhammer (0) can't hold on to the ball while being covered by Northwestern defensive back Theran Johnson (10) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Evanston, Ill. (AP Photo/Matt Marton)
No. 11 Penn State hosts Northwestern trying to stay perfect

By Travis Johnson Sep. 29, 2022 11:45 AM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State coach James Franklin realizes it’s a luxury to

Penn State cornerback Johnny Dixon (3) breaks up a pass intended for Central Michigan wide receiver Noah Koenigsknecht (25) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Diaz's defense looking dangerous for No. 11 Penn State

By Travis Johnson Sep. 27, 2022 04:31 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — When he was hired as Penn State’s defensive coordinator

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford (14) throws a pass against Central Michigan during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger2
Clifford's 4 TDs lead No. 14 Penn State past Chippewas

By Travis Johnson Sep. 24, 2022 03:37 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — James Franklin took a few moments to look over the stats

Oklahoma State cornerback Jabbar Muhammad, left, tackles Central Michigan running back Lew Nichols III during an NCAA college football game in Stillwater, Okla., Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. (Ian Maule/Tulsa World via AP)
No. 14 Penn State's Adisa Isaac ready for Central Michigan

By Travis Johnson Sep. 22, 2022 01:34 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Last season was supposed to be a breakout campaign for

Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton (10) carries the ball in for a touchdown against Auburn during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
No. 14 Penn State's line gets physical, RB Singleton emerges

By Travis Johnson Sep. 21, 2022 01:03 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — There’s nothing special about Nick Singleton’s touchdown

Penn State wide receiver Omari Evans (18) celebrates his 32-yard touchdown pass against Ohio during the second half of an NCAA college football game , Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Singleton's running leads Penn State over Ohio 46-10

By Travis Johnson Sep. 10, 2022 04:15 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Before freshman running back Nick Singleton got past the

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford makes a pass during NCAA college football practice on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, in State College, Pa. (Abby Drey/Centre Daily Times via AP)
Penn State's Clifford hoping the 6th season is the charm

By Travis Johnson Aug. 15, 2022 05:51 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — In six years at Penn State, Sean Clifford has earned two

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford passes during an NCAA college spring football game Saturday, April 23, 2022, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Sean Clifford, Penn State offense looking for improvement

By Travis Johnson Apr. 23, 2022 06:26 PM EDT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford considers himself a

FILE - Miami head coach Manny Diaz looks on as officials review a play during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Georgia Tech, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Manny Diaz was fired as Miami’s football coach Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, after a 7-5 regular season and with the school in deep negotiations to bring Oregon coach Mario Cristobal back to his alma mater to take over. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
Diaz excited to return to defensive roots at Penn State

By Travis Johnson Dec. 17, 2021 05:29 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Manny Diaz isn’t happy with how his tenure at Miami ended,

Penn State coach James Franklin signals to his team during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Penn State's Franklin agrees to $75M, 10-year extension

By Travis Johnson Nov. 23, 2021 05:25 PM EST
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State football coach James Franklin agreed to a