Penn State's captains for the 2017 season were named last week -- five months ahead of when the Nittany Lions announced their trio of leaders for last season.
Former Nittany Lion and NFL Linebacker Tim Shaw will hold a book and merchandise signing at Family Clothesline on April 22.
Evaluating the candidates for Malik Golden's vacant strong safety spot is one of the top priorities for Penn State this spring.
The four-year NFL veteran told Nola.com that he's struggled with the disease since 2012, but hopes a third successful surgery this April will allow him to return to football.
Saquon Barkley has already experienced the role of being Penn State's breakout performer. He's also experienced being the team's face, the star that opponents game plan for most. In 2017, the junior hopes to take on a new role as a leader.
"As the judges and I deliberated, we all agreed that any one of the five candidates could serve as the Drum Major and be successful, but today Jack Frisbie excelled in all facets,” Gregory Drane, Blue Band Head Director said.