Where Penn State Lands in the Latest College Football Bowl Projections

Penn State will face Rutgers on Saturday in a crucial matchup for bowl eligibility, with both teams holding a 5-6 record. The winner will secure a spot in a bowl game, potentially landing in Detroit, Phoenix, Nashville, or New York's Yankee Stadium. Interim head coach Terry Smith has indicated that the team is treating the game with a playoff mentality, emphasizing its importance for postseason contention.

Penn State's recent 37-10 victory over Nebraska has enhanced its position in bowl projections, making them a strong candidate for the Pinstripe Bowl in New York or the GameAbove Sports Bowl in Detroit. Notably, a matchup against Pitt at Yankee Stadium is a possibility, reviving an old rivalry.

The team remains focused on achieving bowl eligibility, and Smith anticipates the majority of players will participate in a postseason game. Discussions about potential transfers will be addressed after the season, with players unable to enter the transfer portal until January 2. The Penn State vs. Rutgers game will be broadcast