5 newcomers to watch in Penn State Blue-White Game
Penn State's spring game will feature new talent. Here are five Nittany Lions to watch, including transfers and freshmen.
The Penn State Nittany Lions will look like a wholly new football team when they take to the field this season. That's why this year, it will be highly imperative for Penn State fans to get to know some of their new stars at the spring game. While several, including potential starting QB Rocco Becht, will be sidelined, some will be looking to make big impressions on the coaching staff to earn more playing time.
Some may even be true freshmen looking for their turn in the spotlight. Here are five names to know ahead of the traditional Blue and White game. 5.
James Peoples, RB James Peoples may be one of the Nittany Lions ' most intriguing recruits, not only because he has no Iowa State connections, but because he comes from Penn State's biggest rival in Ohio State. In a crowded running back room, Peoples could potentially see a lot of reps in late down situations. However, head coach Matt Campbell has appreciated his burst and quickness in the open field and could see him as an asset in the passing game.
Paired with Iowa State's leading rusher from last year in Carson Hansen, they could form an underrated duo in Big Ten play. 4. Jackson Ford, Defensive End One of the early enrollees in Penn State's Class of 2026, Jackson Ford could prove to be the prime jewel of the bunch.