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How Penn State recruitment can benefit from NCAA sanctions on Michigan

Following the sign-stealing scandal, the Michigan Wolverines received a hefty fine and additional punishments from the NCAA. While Sherrone Moore will not be suspended during future games against Penn State, the recruitment penalty could give the Nittany Lions an advantage in recruitment.

Penn State football quarterback Drew Allar in game against Michigan
Penn State football quarterback Drew Allar in game against Michigan | Scott Taetsch/GettyImages

The NCAA unveiled its series of punishments for Michigan in response to the Wolverine's sign-stealing scandal in 2023. A hefty fine of roughly $20 million hit the program with additional, multi-year show-cause penalties placed on Jim Harbaugh, Connor Stalions, and current head coach Sherrone Moore.