In 27 days, Penn State will be at home against Nevada to open up the 2025 football season.
It’s a season that many believe could see Penn State in the hunt for a national title with a veteran quarterback and talent all over the field.
It was a similar feeling back in 1982 as Penn State opened the year in the Top 10 and ultimately saw the Lions go 10-1 against a tough schedule. Joe Paterno’s group was 4-1 against ranked teams, including wins against Top 5 Nebraska and Pittsburgh.
Ranked No. 2 after the regular season, Penn State earned a spot in the Sugar Bowl opposite No.