Penn State Football: Position Grades in 42-13 win over Michigan
Receivers / Tight Ends
A much-improved McSorley has been the biggest boost to the wide receivers. Although the receivers were searching for a true No. 1, his jump helped the most. That and DaeSean Hamilton found the fountain of youth. Against Michigan he caught six passes for 115 yards to lead both teams.
Despite leading Penn State football’s career receiving categories, he regressed in his sophomore and junior seasons. This year, he’s returned to his freshman campaign catching 28 passes for 481 yards and four touchdowns. Hamilton’s rise during his final year on campus is perfectly timed.
Not many other players put up near his numbers, but Juwan Johnson added three catches for 30. For a while, it looked like he might be taking that No. 1 wide out mantle, but he might be a year away. Still, he’s the model of consistency and reliability catching everything throw his way.
Mike Gesicki woke from his slumber as the deep threat. This season hasn’t gone well with the senior tight end on the mend. Penn State football hasn’t had true deep threat this season, but he hauled in a 35-yard reception to give everyone a taste of what he could do once he’s fully healthy.