Penn State football vs. Pitt: 5 Predictions for Nittany Lions Week 3

Penn State vs. Pitt: 5 Predictions for Nittany Lions Week 3

STATE COLLEGE, PA - SEPTEMBER 07: Sean Clifford #14 of the Penn State Nittany Lions lays in the end zone after running 59 yards and being tackled at the one yard line against the Buffalo Bulls during the second half at Beaver Stadium on September 07, 2019 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

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STATE COLLEGE, PA – SEPTEMBER 07: Sean Clifford #14 of the Penn State Nittany Lions rushes against the Buffalo Bulls during the second half at Beaver Stadium on September 07, 2019 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

3. Sean Clifford scores his first rushing TD

On the last slide, I mentioned it would be a passing game. Ironically enough, I believe Sean Clifford will be the one to score a rushing touchdown this week. He was so close against Buffalo with a 58-yard dash that set up an easy Noah Cain score on the next play.

Heading into the new season, many questioned Clifford’s ability as a runner. As he was scouted as a Pro-Style quarterback, his pocket presence was what everybody focused on. However, a critique from James Franklin forced Clifford to get to working on his wheels.

As it turns out, he’s now faster than former Penn State quarterback, Trace McSorley. The only question was: Does Clifford have good rushing instincts? So far, he’s checked all boxes in that department. The final thing he needs to do is run in for six. I think it goes down this weekend.

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