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 wide receiver Andre Robinson (6) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown 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 /

Offensive Line

From a run blocking perspective, the offensive line had one of their worst games of the year.

The Lions only netted 77 yards on the ground and that had much to do with how few running lanes the line could open up. Some credit has to be given to the Spartans as their defensive line has been improving lately.

On the other hand, the line gave Trace McSorley plenty of time to find open receivers and only allowed one sack.

It was a mixed bag for this banged up group. Hence, an average grade was earned.

Grade: C

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