Amos played for the Nittany Lions from 2011-14.
Infielders Jordan George, Meagan Ricks, and Kaylie Walters joined the roster.
The Nittany Lions closed out last season at No. 5 in the poll.
Penn State was one of 10 schools with two running backs on the list.
"Yeah, it sucks at the moment, but I think it still helps."