Penn State Football: Position Grades at Pitt

PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 08: Trace McSorley #9 of the Penn State Nittany Lions scrambles against Amir Watts #34 of the Pittsburgh Panthers on September 8, 2018 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 08: Trace McSorley #9 of the Penn State Nittany Lions scrambles against Amir Watts #34 of the Pittsburgh Panthers on September 8, 2018 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) /
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Linebackers

For the linebackers, its very similar to the defensive line. The first half was terrible, due to the 214 rushing yards allowed, and the second half was great, due to the 31 rushing yards allowed. They deserve to get the same grade.

True freshman Micah Parsons stood out once again, as he tied for the team lead in tackles with seven. Parsons has also shown off on special teams thus far in 2018, as he blocked a punt in this game. Jan Johnson also played well again, as he had five tackles, including half a sack and half a tackle for loss.

It was also nice to see other guys like Cam Brown and Ellis Brooks play well, as they combined to have six tackles.

Grade: B-