Oregon's Big Ten Triumph: A Perfect Season and Playoff Prospects
Penn State lost to Oregon in the Big Ten Championship but secured a spot in the College Football Playoff, hosting SMU as the sixth seed. The team retained offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, who was pursued by West Virginia, ensuring stability for the postseason. Key recruiting wins included flipping four-star tight end Andrew Olesh from Michigan and securing 2026 wide receiver Jerquaden Guilford. The team awaits a decision from 2025 quarterback Bryce Baker, influenced by North Carolina's coaching situation. The transfer portal opening and player futures are also in focus.
