Which teams will have the best defensive lines in 2018?
Which programs will have the best D-lines this season? Clemson's depth and talent might be in a class by itself, but there are plenty of other elite groups.
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Which teams will have the best offensive lines in 2018?
Any good running game needs a stellar offensive line. Which teams have the best? Start in Wisconsin, where the Badgers' OL opened the way for Jonathan Taylor's big season.
Which teams will have the best QBs in 2018?
Which programs are in the best shape at QB heading into the season? It's hard to top Penn State, where Trace McSorley returns looking for another record-setting season.
Heart disease ends career of PSU's Asiedu
Penn State will still honor Nana Asiedu's scholarship despite his football career ending because of a genetic heart disease.
Ex-PSU president Spanier loses criminal appeal
An appeals court is upholding a misdemeanor child endangerment conviction against former Penn State president Graham Spanier over his handling of a 2001 complaint about Jerry Sandusky showering with a boy in the football team locker room.
The most exciting player for each Top 25 team
College football may still be a few months away, but it's never too early to get to know the players destined for highlight-worthy moments this fall.
Barkley very confident in his body (1:55)
James Franklin surprises walk-on with full scholarship (2:00)
Court orders records unsealed in Penn St. case
A Pennsylvania appeals court on Monday ordered the release of documents sealed in the criminal case against former Penn State administrators over their handling of child sex abuse complaints about former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
Coley Harvey ESPN Staff Writer
Former Penn State and current New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley tossed out the first pitch at tonight's Yankees game.
Jon Gruden has long been intrigued by Christian Hackenberg
Jon Gruden expressed admiration for Christian Hackenberg on his QB Camp show in 2016. Now, the Raiders coach has acquired Hackenberg from the Jets.
Scout's Take: OLB Brandon Smith to Penn State
Penn State adds a defender who brings length and athleticism to the Nittany Lions.
ESPN 300 RB Ford commits to Penn State
ESPN 300 running back Devyn Ford has committed to Penn State, announcing his decision to be a member of the 2019 recruiting class on Friday when he unzipped his jacket to reveal a Nittany Lions T-shirt.
Mayfield to McSorley: 10 CFB clones of NFL draft stars
Penn State has the next undersized QB ready to take on the world, while Oregon, LSU, Ohio State and Clemson have draft doppelgangers of their own.
QB controversies could be coming with talented batch of early enrollees
With players like Clemson's Trevor Lawrence putting on shows in spring football, this year's early enrollees might have started some QB controversies.
Matt Bowen ESPN Staff Writer
TE Mike Gesicki can be a matchup player in the passing game for the Dolphins. Think of Gesicki flexed out from the formation to use that 6-foot-5 frame and 4.5 speed to beat linebackers or safeties in coverage. Ball skills and body control to make plays.
Matt Bowen ESPN Staff Writer
Saquon Barkley brings upper-tier versatility and big play speed to the Giants offense. At 6-foot, 233 pounds with 4.40 speed, Barkley can handle high-volume touches in the run game and create matchups as a receiver out of the backfield.
Giants prioritize run game by picking Barkley
The New York Giants added another weapon to their offense with the selection of Penn State running back Saquon Barkley with the No. 2 overall pick.
Pitt hoping to renew Penn State series for 4 years
Pittsburgh athletic director Heather Lyke doesn't want the 100th football game between the Panthers and Penn State to be the last.
Barnwell: Should the Giants really draft Saquon Barkley?
There's every reason to believe that Barkley will be an elite running back. But drafting a quarterback is the better bet for New York. Here's why.
RB Barkley, girlfriend, welcome baby girl
Running back Saquon Barkley, expected to be a top-five selection in Thursday's NFL draft, welcomed on Tuesday the birth of his first child with girlfriend Anna Congdon. Barkley posted photos of daughter Jada Clare Barkley via Instagram.
Prospect Profile: Grant Haley (0:36)
Key crashes Penn State press conference (0:52)
QB McSorley still confident in PSU's offense
Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley spent the past month reminding his teammates on the offensive side of the ball that they still have plenty to prove following the departures of running back Saquon Barkley and tight end Mike Gesicki.
Heartwarming TD at PSU spring game (0:44)
2018 Big Ten Standings
| East | CONF | OVR |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio State | 8-1 | 12-2 |
| Penn State | 7-2 | 11-2 |
| Michigan State | 7-2 | 10-3 |
| Michigan | 5-4 | 8-5 |
| Rutgers | 3-6 | 4-8 |
| Maryland | 2-7 | 4-8 |
| Indiana | 2-7 | 5-7 |
| West | CONF | OVR |
| Wisconsin | 9-0 | 13-1 |
| Northwestern | 7-2 | 10-3 |
| Purdue | 4-5 | 7-6 |
| Iowa | 4-5 | 8-5 |
| Nebraska | 3-6 | 4-8 |
| Minnesota | 2-7 | 5-7 |
| Illinois | 0-9 | 2-10 |
2019 Recruits
| NAME | POS | STATUS | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Smith | OLB | Committed | 86 |
| John Dunmore | WR | Committed | 83 |
| Devyn Ford | RB | Committed | 83 |
| Caedan Wallace | OG | Committed | 82 |
| Ta'Quan Roberson | QB-DT | Committed | 82 |
Awards
| YEAR | PLAYER | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | S. Barkley | Paul Hornung Award |
| 2015 | C. Nassib | Lombardi Award |
| 2015 | C. Nassib | Ted Hendricks Award |
| 2015 | C. Nassib | Lott IMPACT Trophy |
| 2013 | J. Urschel | Campbell Trophy |
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