Was there ever any doubt?

Penn State football tight end Tyler Warren was named the Associated Press National Player of the Week for his performance in Penn State’s 33-30 victory over USC.

Warren’s 17 receptions tied an FBS record for most receptions in a single game and were the most receptions in a game since 1982.

Warren also set a Penn State record for single-game receiving yards by a tight end with his 224 yards on the day. Warren’s game-breaking performance included a 32-yard receiving touchdown on a trick play to start Penn State’s 19-point comeback.

Warren’s performance on Saturday was the highlight of a great start to his season as he is making good on his preseason John Mackey Award watch list nomination.