The Nittany Lions shot just 36 percent from the field as they fell to 0-5 in Big Ten play.
The NFLPA Collegiate Bowl will be played at 5 p.m. on January 19 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.
Co-captains Emily Ogle and Maddie Nolf are heading to the pro ranks after they both were taken in the top-flight women's soccer league's draft.
"Personally, I feel I have been called on this Earth to coach wideouts and help grow men, what better place to do that than Penn State, a place that is high in talent and has a chance to compete for championships."
In the midst of a now 20-day federal government shutdown, Penn State reached out to students offering support to affected families.
Bell completed two-thirds of a two-year degree in about six months to be eligible to play for the Nittany Lions this season.