Penn State vs Rutgers Position Grades

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Nov 19, 2016; Piscataway, NJ, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights quarterback Giovanni Rescigno (17) is tackled by Penn State Nittany Lions defensive tackle Curtis Cothran (52) during first half at High Points Solutions Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports /

Defensive Line

We normally break down each of the defensive positions, which we still will point out the outstanding performances, but we will start with Saturday night being a total team effort on defense.

Rutgers was held scoreless, converted five first downs and had 87 yards total. Yes, this is a bad Rutgers team, but the Penn State defense did exactly what it needed to do.

Defensive tackle Parker Cothren led the line in tackles with four total. Evan Schwan had a sack and a forced fumble. There was no room for Rutgers to run as they were held to 39 yards on 33 carries, the longest run being 14 yards.

Grade: A

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