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The post-bye week blues and Michigan's defense are two key concerns Penn State must overcome this weekend

Iowa running back Akrum Wadley (25) runs from Northwestern linebacker Jaylen Prater (51) during a 5-yard touchdown run in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Penn State falls to Pitt, 42-39, Sept. 10, 2016
Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley and Pittsburgh defensive back Avonte Maddox shake hands after Pitt's 42-39 win at Heinz Field on Sept. 10, 2016. Joe Hermitt | jhermitt@pennlive.com

The Big Ten had a successful Week 1 with a 10-2 record in the nonconference and 11-3 mark overall.