Clanton’s Battle for Penn State’s Line | Penn State Nittany Lions Football News

Ryan Clanton, Penn State’s new offensive line coach with championship pedigree from Oregon, is building a battle-tested unit for the upcoming season — where only the most reliable players earn key spots. He’s already confident in eight linemen, with potential to reach ten, including transfers like Will Tompkins and Vaea Ikakoula. The competition is fierce: at center, Brock Riker and Dominic Rulli are locked in a duel, with Riker even practicing play-calling in a hotel mirror. At left guard, Malachi Goodman, Garrett Sexton, and Owen Aliciene are vying for roles — Sexton impresses with his wingspan and aggression, while Goodman refines his blend of power and speed. Clanton prioritizes versatility and leadership, aiming to mix and match combinations to protect the QB’s blind side as the opener against Marshall looms. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/30c000d89a8077aa