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Penn State Final Forecast: Bold predictions, MVPs and breakout picks

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Running back Kaytron Allen has been among the offseason's standout performers. (Credit: Steve Manuel | Blue White Illustrated)

The wait is almost over. Penn State football is set to begin its follow-up campaign to last year’s excellent season. Hopes for the Nittany Lions, inside and outside of the program, could not be any higher. Before the season opener against Nevada on Saturday, here are some educated guesses about the players and performances that will define Penn State’s year.