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Former Lions ready to help NFL teams in playoffs

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Sherry Coons

Penn State is well-represented in this year’s NFL playoffs, with nine former Nittany Lions helping their teams’ postseason runs. A pair of former Nittany Lions — wide receiver Deon Butler and fullback Michael Robinson — are looking to help the … Continue reading →

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Evan Royster has awkward moments as a new Redskin

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Sherry Coons

Running back Evan Royster ran to the top of the Nittany Lions’ career rushing list during a stellar career at Penn State. Since being drafted on Saturday, he’s had a few stumbles — coming in the form of public comments. … Continue reading →

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Penn State’s Evan Royster headed to Redskins

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Sherry Coons

Penn State’s Evan Royster will continue his career in his own backyard. The Washington Redskins took the Nittany Lions’ all-time rushing leader in the sixth round of the NFL draft Saturday with 177th overall pick. Roster went to high school … Continue reading →

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Penn State holds Pro Day

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Sherry Coons

Penn State’s Pro Day was held Wednesday, and Scout.com confirmed that 11 Nittany Lions were slated to take part in the event, which gives NFL talent scouts a first-hand look at the players to determine if any are worthy of … Continue reading →

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Royster, Ogbu to play Shrine Game

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Sherry Coons

A pair of Penn State’s All-Big Ten performers, Ollie Ogbu and Evan Royster are set to play in the 86th East-West Shrine Game at 4 p.m. on Saturday in Orlando, Fla. Former NFL head coaches Dan Reeves (East) and Wade … Continue reading →

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We have a new record holder!

Posted on October 30, 2010 by Frank Bodani

Evan Royster didn’t just break Curt Warner’s record in the first quarter, he stormed right through it. Of course, Michigan’s non-existent defense probably had something to do with that. But give Royster credit for his hard running. He sprinted decisively … Continue reading →

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Evan turns almighty

Posted on October 30, 2010 by Frank Bodani

So with a packed house and national TV audience watching, Evan Royster showed as much emotion as he has all season during the opening touchdown drive against Michigan. Penn State moved the ball methodically down the field behind former walk-on … Continue reading →

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The Lions should run and run and run

Posted on October 23, 2010 by Frank Bodani

For most every bit of this fall, opposing offenses have diced and sliced up the Minnesota Golden Gophers any way they have pleased. That means through the air or on the ground, and in any fashion they dare try. While … Continue reading →

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Warner hopes Royster breaks record

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Sherry Coons

Evan Royster is on the verge of inscribing his name in the Penn State football record book as the Nittany Lions’ top rusher. How does the current record-holder feel about Royster’s milestone? The Altoona Mirror’s Cory Giger reports the following: … Continue reading →

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Keep an eye on Royster

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Frank Bodani

With the Nittany Lions just underway here on homecoming, we’ll be following an important record watch. Can Evan Royster gain the required 128 rushing yards against Illinois to become the most prolific runner in school history? That’s how close the … Continue reading →

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