Heading into the Taxslayer Bowl will interim-offensive coordinator Ricky Rhane's role result an immediate resurgence for Penn State's talented tight ends?
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Between home games against Illinois and Michigan, Penn State's contest against Northwestern will mark the third game of a crucial late season stretch.
Two second year coaches in James Franklin and Jeff Monken will be facing off in Beaver Stadium in what is the 26th meeting overall between the two teams.