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Penn State Football: 5 reasons Nittany Lions will beat Ohio State

By Shelbie Warr

(Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
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STATE COLLEGE, PA – OCTOBER 21: Saquon Barkley #26 of the Penn State Nittany Lions rushes for a 69 yard touchdown in the first half against the Michigan Wolverines on October 21, 2017 at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
STATE COLLEGE, PA – OCTOBER 21: Saquon Barkley #26 of the Penn State Nittany Lions rushes for a 69 yard touchdown in the first half against the Michigan Wolverines on October 21, 2017 at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) /

5. Penn State has Saquon Barkley at running back

If you haven’t heard this kid’s name yet, you aren’t a college football fan. He’s special. Fast, strong, draws the attention of entire defensive fronts and just commands the Penn State offense. This guy could spell trouble for Ohio State on Saturday night. He sure did for Michigan, and they have top ranked defensive unit.

Barkley has drawn comparisons to one of the best to ever play the game: Bo Jackson. That is pretty good company to keep. Check out his highlights from the game against Michigan a week ago.

Barkely has already racked up 757 yards and eight touchdowns on the season. I can only see that number increasing against Ohio State on Saturday. While the team has a strong line, their secondary leaves much to be desired and much of Penn State’s offense resembles Oklahoma’s.

Look for Barkley to continue being a big piece of Penn State’s offense as they find another victory over the Buckeyes on Saturday.

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