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Penn State backup QBs put 'best foot forward' this spring, setting stage for preseason battle

nate-mug-10.12.14by: Nate Bauer06/17/25NateBauerBWI
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Quarterback Jaxon Smolik will battle Ethan Grunkemeyer in preseason camp. (Credit: Ryan Snyder | Blue White Illustrated)

With Drew Allar locked in, Penn State's battle for the backup QB spot is heating up between Jaxon Smolik and Ethan Grunkemeyer this offseason