Penn State to host Wisconsin in Big Ten opener amid Koby Howard injury

The No. 13 Penn State Nittany Lions are set to host the Wisconsin Badgers at Beaver Stadium for their Big Ten conference opener this Saturday. Penn State enters the matchup with a 3-0 record, while Wisconsin holds a 2-1 record following a recent victory over Eastern Michigan.

Penn State faces a significant offensive challenge as star wide receiver Koby Howard is ruled out for an extended period due to an undisclosed injury sustained during a game against Buffalo. Howard has been the team's leading receiver in both yards and receptions. Additionally, offensive lineman Will Tompkins is out for the season, and tight end Andrew Rappleyea and center Brock Riker are listed as questionable.

Wisconsin is expected to be bolstered by the return of running back Abu Sama III. The Badgers' offense, led by quarterback Colton Joseph, will look to overcome previous struggles against conference opponents. Penn State enters the game as the betting favorite with a spread of approximately 10 points.