There's a whole lot of turnover on the Penn State defense, but loads of talent should be enough for another strong defensive group this season.

"I just told the high school coaches that, relative to college football, this is football heaven."

Justin Shorter is enjoying his last few months of high school and reaping the benefits of competing as a man among boys.

He's the first Nittany Lion to attend the draft since Donovan Smith made the trip in 2015.
"I'm coming back feeling better than I've ever been. I just feel better overall as an athlete. I can still play football, and I feel like I can play it at a way better level than I did before."