Monthly Archives: August 2010

Big Ten to set divisions?

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Frank Bodani

There are some strong rumors that Big Ten officials are prepared to announce the newly-created divisions to accommodate the addition of Nebraska into the league. And it could come by early evening on Wednesday. There is a short post in … Continue reading →

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Powell back on offense

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Chaz Powell is back on offense, yet again. For the second time in his Penn State career, the Susquehannock grad is moving from defense, this change necessitated by injuries. The redshirt junior actually had been listed as a starting cornerback … Continue reading →

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Penn State football chat 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 30

Posted on August 28, 2010 by matt kinnear

Daily Record/Sunday News Penn State beat reporter Frank Bodani will be chatting with fans at 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 28 about the upcoming season. Come armed with questions for Frank, because there’s certainly a lot to talk about. You can … Continue reading →

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Kuntz injures knee

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Penn State backup receiver Christian Kuntz, a Trinity High graduate, has suffered a knee injury that could sideline him for at couple of weeks, according to a report from Blue-White Illustrated. Kuntz redshirted last season and missed time this spring … Continue reading →

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To split or not to split rivals

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Just when we thought we had this Big Ten divisional breakdown thing figured out … Maybe we don’t. Consider that this appeared to be headed toward splitting iconic rivals Ohio State and Michigan into separate divisions. They would still play … Continue reading →

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Royster up for more honors

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Penn State’s Evan Royster is back in the hunt for the Doak Walker Award, given to the nation’ top running back. The senior was a finalist in 2008 and a candidate last year. He needs only 481 yards to become … Continue reading →

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Beachum to redshirt

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Brandon Beachum, a true junior tailback, has decided to accept a redshirt this season as he continues to recover from knee surgery last November, according to a report from Blue-White Illustrated. Beachum, a talented tailback/fullback combo, ran for 113 yards … Continue reading →

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Upset special: Temple over Penn State?

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Let’s jump ahead in the schedule and consider Penn State vs. Temple in Beaver Stadium on Sept. 25. It would seem like a Nittany Lion mismatch, considering they haven’t lost to the Owls since 1941. But not so this year. … Continue reading →

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Celebrate ‘Penn State Football Eve’

Posted on August 21, 2010 by Sherry Coons

Penn State will kick off the 2010 campaign with “Penn State Football Eve” on Friday, Sept. 3. The seventh annual event starts the new season with a festival-like atmosphere surrounding Beaver Stadium, followed by a celebration inside the stadium with … Continue reading →

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Test your Penn State football knowledge

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Sherry Coons

Think you know Nittany Lions football inside and out? Well, here’s your chance to prove it. The Centre Daily Times, the State College newspaper, has prepared a 15-question quiz to test the knowledge of even the most diehard Lions fans. … Continue reading →

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