Penn State football updates, storylines and players to watch in Big Ten opener vs Illinois

Penn State opens Big Ten action in style, hosting No. 19 Illinois for a Saturday night showdown. Before heading back to Beaver Stadium, we break down key updates and storylines for the No. 9 Nittany Lions, then talk players to watch and predictions.

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