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MMQB – Blue-White Insights
TL;DR
The Penn State Blue-White Practice on April 25 highlighted key performances, including Koby Howard as a potential WR1 and Connor Barry as QB3. The running game remains strong, while the defense is adjusting to new coaching strategies.
Key points
- Koby Howard may be the starting wide receiver.
- Rocco Becht is the starting quarterback.
- The running game is a strength for Penn State.
- Daryus Dixson is likely the top cornerback.
- The defense is adjusting to a new scheme.
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Matt CampbellRocco BechtConnor BarryJames PeoplesDaryus DixsonTaylor MouserD’Anton LynnTerry SmithChase SowellBrent EskildsenCarson HansenQuinton Martin Jr.Cam WallaceAudavion CollinsBrian KortovichAlex Manske
Penn State Nittany Lions
Koby Howard – WR1?
While many players higher on the depth chart either didn’t play or only played sparingly, Koby Howard had himself a day. Howard caught two passes from Rocco Becht, and while potential starters Chase Sowell and Brent Eskildsen didn’t play, I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s those two and Koby as your three starting receivers this fall.
Connor Barry – QB3?
Rocco Becht is very clearly QB1 this fall, and the most likely backup will be Alex Manske, who did not play. QB3 then appears to be Connor Barry, who made some nice passes including a touchdown pass to Brian Kortovich. However, he also threw an interception to Daryus Dixson – more on him later – showing there’s still work to do.
Running Game Strong
The run game continued to be the strength of the Penn State offense, as James Peoples showed out alongside Carson Hansen. I’d expect Hansen to be farther down the depth chart in the fall as Quinton Martin Jr. and Cam Wallace take up the top end of the rotation, but the Lions have to feel good with their running back group at this point in time.
Daryus Dixson – CB1
As was mentioned earlier, Daryus Dixson played quite well. On his opening series he picked off Connor Barry, and otherwise handled business on his side of the field. He’s just a sophomore, but appears to have picked up the CB1 moniker. The other side appears to be Audavion Collins, giving the Lions a very solid 1-2 punch on the outside of the secondary.
Q&A
Who stood out as the top wide receiver during the Blue-White Practice?
Koby Howard emerged as a standout wide receiver, catching two passes and showing potential to be WR1.
What is the status of the Penn State quarterback depth chart after the Blue-White Practice?
Rocco Becht is established as QB1, with Connor Barry likely taking the QB3 position after a solid performance.
How did the running game perform in the Blue-White Practice?
The running game was strong, with James Peoples and Carson Hansen showcasing their skills, indicating a solid running back group.
What challenges is the Penn State defense facing with the new coordinator?
The defense is adjusting to new techniques under coordinator D’Anton Lynn, as they transition from a 3-3-5 to a 3-4-4 setup.
