Midway through October, following the Lions’ 33-30 overtime triumph over USC and before PSU’s 28-13 victory over Wisconsin at Camp Randall in Madison, Penn State had its final free week.
The weekend of October 19–20 was the date. A very long time without a break.
James Franklin is aware that his guys need a vacation before Penn State’s playoff game against SMU at Beaver Stadium on December 21 after they lost in Saturday’s Big Ten title game against undefeated Oregon.
This week, it is Franklin’s top priority.
After Penn State returned from Indianapolis after losing to Oregon 45-37 on Saturday, Franklin stated on Sunday that this would be a mix of relaxation and recuperation, getting a sense of who SMU is, sort of homework on them.
After that, we also do some self-reflection. After that, we will also practice.
Obviously, on Sunday afternoon, Franklin got what he wanted. Penn State’s 11-2 season earned them a home game as a reward. In the 12-team playoffs, SMU (11-2) is ranked 11th, while the Lions are seeded sixth.
According to Franklin, hosting a game at home is important for several reasons.
Hopefully, the town of Happy Valley will also benefit from a homefield advantage. Everyone should benefit from it.
“SMU, we’re just getting to know them,” Franklin continued. beginning to understand them much better, their motivations, and the things they have done this year that have contributed to their success.
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