Former Penn State QB Steps Up at Temple | Penn State Nittany Lions Football News

Former Penn State backup QB Jaxon Smolik, sidelined for most of his Nittany Lions tenure, is now leading Temple in a high-stakes showdown against his old team — and he’s bringing a fresh, motivated energy to the Owls’ offense. With a dual-threat platoon setup featuring Ajani Sheppard, Smolik’s got a chance to prove himself on the field where he once watched from the sidelines. This weekend’s game isn’t just about stats — it’s about redemption, resilience, and the unpredictable rise of a player who didn’t start but still made an impact. 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/45bcebb010c36149