Penn State's 2026 White Out opponent feeling pretty obvious

TL;DR

Penn State's next White Out game is likely set for October 10 against USC, marking their first matchup in 32 years. This game could be crucial as it may feature Penn State's first ranked opponent of the season.

Key points

Penn State's White Out game is likely on October 10.
USC will be the opponent, returning to Beaver Stadium after 32 years.
The game may feature Penn State's first ranked opponent of the season.

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While it has not officially been set in stone just yet, the date and opponent for Penn State's next White Out game feels like it has already been determined.

As soon as the Big Ten schedules were released, everyone seemingly penciled in the date of October 10, when USC comes to Beaver Stadium for the first time in 32 years. Most importantly, it could be Penn State's first ranked opponent they face all season.

Also, the date aligns perfectly as NBC will not be broadcasting a Notre Dame night game on that date. While the Fighting Irish will still play against Stanford on that date, it will start at 3:30 PM ET, setting the stage for a prime-time Big Ten game. A game of this magnitude will perfectly channel the energy of last year's White Out, when Penn State welcomed Oregon to Beaver Stadium for the first time since 1964. Not only did those attending break the official White Out attendance record, but they nearly set the all-time attendance record for Beaver Stadium.

For Penn State, this will perhaps be the beginning of one of its toughest stretches on the schedule. After they face USC, they go on the road to face the Michigan Wolverines and then to Seattle to take on Washington. It is paramount that they get a massive win and a tone-setting send-off for this road test. Welcoming USC back to a full-on White Out crowd could end up doing the trick.

At the end of the day, with the way Penn State's schedule has shaken out, it is expected that they should be able to make a run at the CFP. This stretch could be their most important. Why not kick it off with a proper White Out?

Check out Penn State's full 2026 football schedule.

This article originally appeared on Nittany Lions Wire: Could Penn State take on USC in annual White Out game?

Q&A

When is Penn State's next White Out game scheduled?

The next White Out game for Penn State is tentatively scheduled for October 10.

Who will Penn State face in their 2026 White Out game?

Penn State is expected to face USC in their 2026 White Out game.

Why is the October 10 game against USC significant for Penn State?

The game against USC is significant as it could be Penn State's first ranked opponent of the season and a key moment before a challenging stretch in their schedule.