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Penn State Football: 5 freshman who can make big impact on 2021 season

St. Xavier wide receiver Liam Clifford (2) catches a pass during the Bombers' 28-24 loss to Elder, Friday, Nov. 15, 2019. Elder11

Penn State Football has plenty of experience at the top of the depth chart, but several freshman could play marquee roles at key positions in 2021

Penn State Football is less than three weeks from their season opener at Wisconsin.

While this is an experienced Nittany Lions team, there are key spots that under classmen will be asked to fill. Most of the starting jobs are already set, but many second team and special team positions are there for the taking.