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Nittany Lions In The NFL: Wild Card Weekend Roundup

The show goes on!

Wild Card Weekend in the NFL has ended, but not without some outstanding performances from former Penn State football players.

Let’s check in on how each of these former Nittany Lions performed during Wild Card Weekend.

Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley had himself a game in a’ 22-10 win against the Green Bay Packers. Barkley had 25 rushes for 119 yards and controversially slid down at the end of the game when he was en route for a potential lead-extending touchdown.

Odafe Oweh, Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore Ravens edge rusher Odafe Oweh recorded two tackles, including a sack, for loss in a 28-14 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. This marked Oweh’s third straight game with one sack and one tackle for loss.

Jahan Dotson, Philadelphia Eagles

Wide receiver Jahan Dotson started the scoring for the Eagles with an 11-yard receiving touchdown against Green Bay. This game marked the first time Dotson scored this season.

Joey Porter Jr., Pittsburgh Steelers

Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. recorded six tackles and one pass breakup in the Steelers’ road loss to the Ravens. This game marked the second consecutive game in which Porter Jr. had six solo tackles.

Jordan Stout, Baltimore Ravens

Punter Jordan Stout launched four punts for 183 yards in the Ravens’ win over Pittsburgh. Those punts included a touchback and one punt that landed within the 20-yard line.

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