"Last year wasn't us. Everybody knew that. Even if you didn't, I'm hoping that we're proving it now."

"Now to come back, and I know it's not back to normal yet, but just to have a full stadium -- I think it's gonna be electric. Watching the game last week, Ball State, it felt like Michigan or Ohio State was there. I can't imagine what this game will be like.

No. 22 Auburn hasn't been tested quite yet, and quarterback Bo Nix has often struggled on the road in the past.

"It's not just about the decibel level. It's sort of about the sustained energy throughout. It's just fun...It feels like a party when we're there calling the game."

Now that things are clicking for Penn State's offense, the Nittany Lions can put things to the test against a major opponent in Auburn.