Here we go again, Nittany Lions fans.

No. 3 Penn State once again finds itself with the Ohio State Buckeyes as a major obstacle on the path to Big Ten dominance. (The Oregon Ducks might appear in the future, but that’s a story for another day.) The Ohio State game is the one that trips up the Lions almost every year, and Penn State will come into the State College showdown on Saturday with questions about He drew Allar’s knee.

This gathering will have a distinct Chester County flavor. Downingtown West graduate and Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard has told his article about how Penn State overlooked him. in the recruitment process.

On the other side of the field will be Penn State starting left tackle Drew Shelton, who happens to be Howard’s former teammate at Downingtown West. “It’s been exciting to see what (Howard) has been able to do throughout his college career, and he’s an excellent football player,” Shelton said. “It’ll be fun to see him on Saturday.”

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Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo, a seventh-round pick last year, is getting more playing time this season and making the most of it. He says the The culture being developed in the defensive line room has helped.

Rookie receiver Ainias Smith made his debut after starting the season on injured reserve, and he was also grateful that his teammates supported him during that time. which followed a difficult training camp.

LeSean McCoy will join the Eagles Hall of Fame on Sunday. we run for your The 10 best moments as Águila.

The Eagles play in Week 9 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Join reporters Olivia Reiner and EJ Smith as the Eagles break down the hottest stories surrounding the team on Match day centerlive from Lincoln Financial Field.

The 76ers were expected to compete with the NBA’s best teams after a summer led by the signing of Paul George, assembling a formidable Big Three that includes Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. But with George and Embiid injured early in the season, they now rank among the worst teams in the NBA in some statistical categories. The Inquirer’s Keith Pompey dives into his struggles despite a soft schedule and Maxey’s best efforts.

John Tortorella hasn’t mince words about Flyers backup goaltender Ivan Fedotov. “Iván had some games. “We were not happy with his game,” the coach said. So the Flyers will go with 22-year-old Aleksei Kolosov behind No. 1 goalie Sam Ersson. Fedotov, 27, has struggled to find his footing, allowing four or more goals in each of his three starts.

“I’m not sure where it’s all going as a grand plan while we’re still here, because we also have to think about the feds to give it some time,” Tortorella said. “But right now, all my focus is on the hockey team trying to get some traction in beginning of the year.”

The Flyers continued to find their footing Thursday night, winning their second straight game, this time against the St. Louis Blues. Bobby Brink scored the Go-ahead goal at the end of the third period.

Juan Soto says he’s keeping his options open as he hits free agency following the Yankees’ loss to the Dodgers in the World Series. The Yankees and Mets are expected to be two of his top suitors, but the 26-year-old outfielder says all teams “have an equal opportunity.” to land it.

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What you’re saying about great receivers

We ask you: Is AJ Brown the best Eagles wide receiver of all time? Among their responses:

In 1977, Keith Krepfle had 19.6 y/r, slightly better than Brown this year! —Estep N.

When I was young, I was 13 when the Eagles won the championship in 1960. You seem to have forgotten a hall of famer from the list you mentioned, Tommy McDonald. He was also a friend after he retired with my younger brother, who also passed away. I loved Tommy because of the way he played a “little guy,” got tackled and jumped. —Vern L.

When you look at the stats of those who played most of their careers with the Eagles (Quick, Carmichael, Jackson), the one who wins hands down is Mike Quick. Of the rest, they played only 2-4 years of long careers in Philadelphia, so they don’t qualify. If Brown adds 6-7 more seasons with the Eagles, he could equal or surpass Quick’s stellar career, but that depends a lot on salary demands and avoiding major injuries. —Juan W.

Yeah! The difficulty of the catches, the speed he has and the toughness. AJ Brown IS the greatest Eagles receiver of all time. — Virgilio K.

You’re obviously missing out on one of the Eagles’ best wide receivers, if not the best, Tommy McDonald. This diminutive 5′ 9″, 175-pound Hall of Famer averaged 17 yards per catch during his career and back then the DB was allowed to be much more physical than he is today. …I remember Tommy doing a slant pattern in the middle and getting crushed by a 230 LB weight, he would get up and smile like, did you really hit me? For me he was the best WR I have ever seen. -Vince M.

Alshon Jeffrey, Irving Fryar and TO did not play long enough for the Eagles to be considered the best Eagle WRs. Cris Carter probably has the best stats, but all he did was catch touchdown passes! His best years were in Minnesota so we can’t go with him. DeSean Jackson was by far the most exciting and Mike Quick had some fantastic years. Harold Carmichael was incredible in his time and played almost his entire career with the Birds. At 6′ 8″ he was also imposing. I’ll go with Carmichael for the Eagle’s best wide receiver. —Bart S.

You forgot about Tommy McDonald. He could catch anything that was thrown at him. Tuff like nails and fast. He played in an era when the running game took precedence over the passing game. But I could put on a show. Oh yeah, he’s in the HOF. —Joe T.

…My favorite of those mentioned is Harold Carmichael, and DeSean was certainly the most exciting. I never liked Terrell as I always considered him a cowboy. Of those before the era of these receivers, Tommy McDonald was my all-time favorite. -Everett S.

How about Tommy McDonald? AJ is great, but he’s not even close when you look at his entire career. —Robby M.

While AJ is certainly worthy of being in the preserve, there can be no sure winner. The era in which each played has to be a consideration. Being older, I think Tommy McDonald should be on the list. —Dave S.

Please don’t forget Tommy McDonald. He didn’t have any of the physical attributes of most of the receivers you mentioned, and he was another DeVonta Smith in terms of size. He belongs on a championship Eagles and was at least as tough as any of the people you mentioned. —Joe R.

In early October, the Eagles were a mess, licking their wounds after a humiliating loss. Now, heading into the third month of the season, the team is playing with legitimate momentum, having won three straight following its best win in over a year. How much hope should their latest performance instill in fans (and themselves)? Do we have any clearer idea of ​​the Eagles’ identity? Jeff McLane weighs in. Listen here.

We compiled today’s newsletter using reporting from Devin Jackson, Avery Hill, Jeff Neiburg, Olivia Reiner, Jeff McLane, Lochlahn March, Keith Pompey, Jackie Spiegel, Ariel Simpson and Jonathan Tannenwald.

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I wonder if Doug Pederson will try to run a Jacksonville Special on Sunday against the Eagles. However, the Jags have been anything but special this season. Thanks for reading and we’ll see you in Monday’s Sports Daily. – Jim