![]() Nittany Nation watched Trace McSorley evolve into one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the country, all while Saquon Barkley continued to prove to be the best running back in the country. We all watched as Joey Julius overcame personal struggles to become a national phenomenon, and, more importantly, a great kick off man. There were moments from individuals that were special, too. ![]() And, of course, the fourth-and-one stop by Grant Haley to beat Wisconsin and win the Big Ten. There was the emotional scene inside, and outside, Beaver Stadium when the Nittany Lions pummeled Michigan State to clinch a spot in the Big Ten Championship Game. The Nittany Lions rallying from 10 down late in the third quarter, on the road, to beat Indiana. The block-six against Ohio State that was backed up by a pass rush for the ages. Magical moments, those are what made the 2016 Nittany Lion season such an unforgettably special one.įrom the furious comeback against Minnesota that culminated in a game-winning touchdown run in overtime by Saquon Barkley. But, unfortunately, in the waning minutes of Monday night’s instant classic, the 2016 Nittany Lions finally ran out of magical moments. After all, they did score a touchdown on three consecutive plays in the third quarter to go from trailing 27-21, to leading 42-21. Hell, even during Monday’s defeat in the Rose Bowl it appeared that way. ![]() It appeared that this team would never run out of magic. And you better believe it happened after they rallied to defeat Wisconsin and win the Big Ten Championship Game. I did it again after they defeated Michigan State to clinch the Big Ten East division. After they stunned Ohio State at Beaver Stadium, I shed tears of joy. I will be the first person to admit that the Nittany Lions brought tears to my eyes in 2016. The 2016 season was nothing short of magical. The Penn State football program has had many memorable seasons before. And it is one that I believe resonates with the 2016 Penn State football Team. “Smile because it happened, don’t cry because it’s over.” Out of all of the great quotes of Dr. A season like 2016 may never be seen again in Happy Valley. The 2016 Penn State football team was a fun, magical ride.
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