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A lot of Penn State fans are gearing up for the 2026-27 season with hopes that the Nittany Lions can get back to national relevance after a stunning decline last season. A huge part of that optimism stems from the fact Tony Rojas is back and leading the defense. After a tough injury before Penn State's game against UCLA last year, Rojas is primed to be a key part of Penn State's potential bounce back.
In fact, Rojas recently said that he expects the Nittany Lions to be "better than people expect." This mindset lends itself not only to the team's belief, but Rojas' as well. When you look at the stats, Rojas was a major reason why Penn State got off to a solid start last year. The defense only gave up 8.5 points per game with Rojas leading the way. He added 25 tackles and two sacks in just four games himself to boot.
So while last season did not end well for Rojas and the Blue and White, this year is a chance for redemption. Most importantly, though, is that Rojas not only believes in a Penn State bounce-back, but was willing to return to play his role.
“Obviously, I know a bunch of guys that stayed, but [Penn State] just felt like home,” Rojas said. “And I don't want to be in the predicament where, once I graduate, it's awkward going back to the college where I go for a year. Knowing that I can come back here anytime is a good feeling.”
Penn State should be very glad to have him back.
This article originally appeared on Nittany Lions Wire: Penn State's Tony Rojas primed for bounce back year
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In fact, Rojas recently said that he expects the Nittany Lions to be "better than people expect." This mindset lends itself not only to the team's belief, but Rojas' as well. When you look at the stats, Rojas was a major reason why Penn State got off to a solid start last year. The defense only gave up 8.5 points per game with Rojas leading the way. He added 25 tackles and two sacks in just four games himself to boot.
So while last season did not end well for Rojas and the Blue and White, this year is a chance for redemption. Most importantly, though, is that Rojas not only believes in a Penn State bounce-back, but was willing to return to play his role.
“Obviously, I know a bunch of guys that stayed, but [Penn State] just felt like home,” Rojas said. “And I don't want to be in the predicament where, once I graduate, it's awkward going back to the college where I go for a year. Knowing that I can come back here anytime is a good feeling.”
Penn State should be very glad to have him back.
This article originally appeared on Nittany Lions Wire: Penn State's Tony Rojas primed for bounce back year
Continue reading...
