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Penn State Eyes Bowl Game, Fans Await Announcement
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Penn State secured a postseason bowl game berth with a thrilling win over Rutgers, ending the regular season with a 6-6 record. The team is now awaiting bowl game announcements on December 6th, with possibilities including the Pinstripe Bowl in New York City or the Music City Bowl in Nashville. However, other projections suggest they could be playing in the GameAbove Sports Bowl in Detroit, the RoofClaim.com Bowl in Phoenix, or even a Pinstripe Bowl matchup against Duke. The teams roster for the bowl game remains uncertain, with some players potentially opting out or transferring. Despite the uncertainties, many players are excited about the opportunity to play one more game this season.
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