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James Franklin, Penn State Hit Massive Setback After Second Straight Loss

James Franklin, Penn State Hit Massive Setback After Second Straight Loss

Summary

Penn State's football team has lost two games in a row, dropping them from the top-10 rankings to unranked. This has impacted the team with a top recruit, Khalil Taylor, deciding not to join them anymore. The team has a bye week before facing challenging games, including one against the top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes.

Key Facts

  • Penn State started the season ranked No. 2 in college football.
  • They lost in overtime to Oregon Ducks in Week 5.
  • In Week 6, they lost to UCLA Bruins, who had no previous wins.
  • These losses caused Penn State to drop from a top-10 team to unranked.
  • Khalil Taylor, a highly-rated recruit, withdrew his commitment to join Penn State.
  • Penn State's next games include Iowa Hawkeyes and top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes.
  • Beating Ohio State is crucial for any playoff hopes.
  • Khalil Taylor is considering several other universities, including Syracuse and Ohio State.

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