Penn State Football: 3 takeaways from comfortable win over Kent State

2. PSU starting to learn who their big wideouts will be

Through the first two weeks, we have seen a lot of drops from the Nittany Lion receivers. We saw more drops this week but at the same time, some receivers are starting to step up big.

DeAndre Thompkins had a big day. He topped 100 yards for the first time this season and caught a 40-yard touchdown in the end zone. He also had three punt returns for a total of 62 yards, the longest a nice 32-yard return. Thompkins is threat to break a return for a touchdown every time he is back fielding a punt.

Brandon Polk had only two catches but one was for a 41 yard touchdown reception. KJ Hamler only had one catch for 22 yards, but proved his worth on special teams with some nice kick and punt returns. Right before the half he returned a kickoff for 51 yards which set the Lions up for a touchdown later on the drive. The score was a dagger for Kent State.

Even the backup receivers got in on the action. Quarterback Sean Clifford made a nice pass to freshman Daniel George for a 95 yard touchdown. The play is now the longest touchdown in school history.

It was thought that Juwan Johnson would be leading the Lions this year in receiving, but he did not have a catch outside of a touchdown that was called back on a penalty. If Johnson can pick up his game, the Nittany Lions receivers could be one of the best units in the Big Ten.