Penn State vs. Delaware: How to watch, betting lines, and more
After defeating West Virginia 38-15 in their season opener, the Penn State Nittany Lions turn their attention to the Delaware Blue Hens in week two. The Blue Hens are coming off a 37-13 win over Stony Brook in week one.
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When, Where, How to Watch:
When: Satuday, September 9. 12:00 p.m. ET
Where: Beaver Stadium (106,572)
TV: Streamed on Peacock. On the call will be Brendan Burke (PxP) and Michael Robinson (analyst).
Radio: Penn State Sports Network | Steve Jones (PxP), Jack Ham (Analyst), Sideline (Brian Tripp)
SiriusXM: 134 (Penn State) or 196 (Delaware); SXM app
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This will also mark the first time since September 20, 2003, that Penn State has not appeared on cable television. On that day, the Nittany Lions defeated Kent State 32-10.
Coaching matchup
Penn State - James Franklin (10th year at Penn State; 13th overall)
- Career Record: 103-51
- Record at Penn State: 79-36
- Record against West Virginia: 0-0
- Career Accolades: 2016 Big Ten Coach of the Year, 2016 Big Ten Champion
West Virginia - Ryan Carty (second year at West Virginia; second overall)
- Career Record: 9-5
- Record at West Virginia: 9-5
- Career Accolades: One career win over an FBS team.
Series History:
This is the first-ever matchup between Penn State and Delaware. The Nittany Lions are 116-79-12 against non-FBS programs, including 9-0 against FBS programs. Their last FCS opponent came in 2021, a 38-17 win over Villanova.
Latest betting lines:
No official betting lines are available yet for this week's game, but ESPN's Bill Connelly's S&P+ has the Nittany Lions as a 31.9-point favorite.
Weather
According to Accuweather, Saturday will be much like Thursday and Friday in State College; it will be cloudy with high humidity and a chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Bringing a rain jacket or sweatshirt would be wise, just in case. It may not be the best tailgate weather, but I'm sure that won't deter many either.
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