Do you want to be the next Carl Nassib or Matt McGloin?

Now’s your chance, as Penn State football is hosting walk-on run-on tryouts beginning this week. If you want to wear black shoes and basic blues, this is your shot.

Those interested in trying out can attend information sessions at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1, or at 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, on Zoom. Prospective run-ons are required to register by filling out a Google Form that includes questions about an applicant’s GPA, contact information, graduation year, position, and most recent football experience.

All applicants must be enrolled as full-time students at University Park. If you fit all the requirements, you could be Penn State football’s next run-on success story.

About the Author

Nolan Wick

Nolan wrote for Onward State from 2021 until 2025. He mainly covered Penn State football, men’s hockey, and baseball, and he was also an associate editor. A Silver Spring, Maryland, native, Nolan is an avid D.C. sports and Liverpool fan. You can follow him on Twitter @nolan_wick.

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