Penn State's Rivalry Revival Possibilities | Penn State Nittany Lions Football News

Penn State’s got the energy for big games against Michigan and Ohio State, but those rivals are too busy locking horns with each other. To earn true respect, Penn State needs to consistently beat those giants — and maybe then, the rivalry will come back around. While college football’s shifting toward super leagues and regional divisions, it makes sense to group Penn State with nearby rivals like Pitt and West Virginia. In one proposed 72-team league, Penn State would team up with Pitt, WVU, Syracuse, Rutgers, and Cincinnati — reviving historic matchups. Syracuse, actually Penn State’s second-most frequent opponent, hasn’t played since 2013, but a return could spark something special. Notre Dame, a frequent foe in the ‘80s and ‘90s, recently faced Penn State in the College Football Playoff — a chance for revenge and recruiting gold. And while scheduling Pitt every year might seem ideal, it’s not practical for championship goals — even though those games from 2016–2019 were electric with state pride. The future might be regional, and Penn State’s got the chance to make it count. 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/89536cc685d4abcb