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Campbell Debuts at Big Ten Media Days
28 Jul
Summary
- Coach Campbell makes his first Big Ten Media Days appearance.
- Key starters Rojas, Becht, and Donkoh attend despite injuries.
- Focus on new coach's strategy and team depth chart.
Penn State is set to usher in a new chapter of Nittany Lions football at the Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago. Head coach Matt Campbell will make his inaugural appearance at the event, marking a significant shift after his prior decade at the Big 12 meetings. Commissioner Tony Petitti's address will commence the proceedings on Tuesday at 11:45 a.m. ET, followed by Campbell's availability at 1 p.m. ET, which will be broadcast live on the Big Ten Network.
Joining Campbell are key players Tony Rojas, Rocco Becht, and Anthony Donkoh, all making their first Big Ten Media Days appearances. Becht and Donkoh are recovering from offseason surgeries, while Rojas is returning from an ACL tear. Questions for Campbell will revolve around his transition, transfer portal investments, and season expectations. Media and fans are keen to learn about the team's depth chart and position battles, particularly concerning the defense.
The event's schedule features several coaches addressing the media on Tuesday, including Illinois' Bret Bielema, Rutgers' Greg Schiano, Wisconsin's Luke Fickell, Iowa's Kirk Ferentz, and USC's Lincoln Riley. The Penn State players will have individual podium sessions from 1:15-1:45 p.m., with Campbell engaging with media from 3:30-4:15 p.m. ET.
