Penn State vs Michigan State Position Grades

Nov 26, 2016; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Trace McSorley (9) celebrates with teammates wide receiver Chris Godwin (12) and cornerback John Reid (29) following the game against the Michigan State Spartans and winning the East Division Big Ten Championship at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions won 45-12. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 26, 2016; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Trace McSorley (9) throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Michigan State Spartans at Beaver Stadium. Penn State defeated Michigan State 45-12. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O’Haren- USA TODAY Sports /

Quarterbacks

Trace McSorley had one of the best games of his season, torching the Spartan defense all night.

McSorley totaled 376 yards and four touchdown passes. He completed nealy 74 percent of his throws. Although his rushing stats were only 10 carries for 21 yards, McSorley kept plays and drives alive with his feet and moving around the pocket.

McSorley is one of the big reasons why the Lions are heading to the conference championship game. His play this year, especially during the win streak has been phenomenal. He is absolutely thriving in Joe Moorhead’s offense and the kid is just a winner.

Grade: A

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