Penn State is in the doldrums of a season that quickly went awry.

There’s still a long-shot hope at a bowl game, but preseason national championship aspirations are long out the window. The on-field product has taken a hit amid a five-game losing streak, and there’s widespread uncertainty about which Nittany Lions might still be on the roster in 2026.

But these final four games, including a difficult one this week against No. 2 Indiana, remain intriguing auditions for the Nittany Lions for many reasons. Veterans may have an eye on the NFL, and youngsters will be courted by Penn State or another school in the offseason.

There’s also still pride to play for as the Lions try to salvage a win or two down the stretch.

Thus, let’s take stock of the Penn State players who are trending up or

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