While most of the talking heads argue over whether Penn State or Clemson should be ranked No. 4 in the CFP rankings, some argue against the Nittany Lions because of their “lack of star power,” overlooking the fact that they are undefeated because of complementary football.
Alabama has a Heisman candidate in Tua Tagovailoa. LSU has a Heisman candidate in Joe Burrow. Ohio State has Justin Fields and Chase Young. Clemson, they have Trevor Lawrence. For someone who does not follow Penn State football closely, it is hard to quickly think of a star player on the team.