(10-23-2017, 12:58 AM)jaglou53 Wrote: I just returned to Jax. after attending this game. The atmosphere was incredible due to the combination of Penn State having it's highest ranking in several years and going against rival Michigan who beat the Nittany Lions 49-10 last season. The "White-out" by the fans was amazing to see in person. It's hard to imagine a more electric environment and the team did not disappoint.

Despite the strong performance, it will be very difficult to follow it up with a win next week at Ohio State. The Buckeyes will be looking to avenge last year's loss and have a week off to get ready. Trace McSorley must play better for Penn State to have a chance. He has great weapons to work with at every skill position, but is very inconsistent. There were moments yesterday when I thought I was watching a shorter Blake Bortles. Fortunately, he recovered in the 2nd half and made some excellent throws.

The whiteout is awesome on TV too. ABC cameras zoomed in on it so viewers could not see anything else. I like the pompoms they handed out. When ABC showed sad Michigan fans during the third quarter, Chris Fowler said they were the only people not wearing white.

Ohio State has to be thankful for the timing of its bye. Trace McSorley is just a game manager, but Saquon Barkley is the real deal.

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