"No matter what you've gone through in life...you can overcome it and live a successful and happy life. It's not the tragedy that's defined you -- it's how you persevere and move forward."
Hamler was forced out of the game in the second quarter after he awkwardly landed on his left leg while laying out for a pass.
In Penn State's 38-17 win over Villanova, Clifford threw for a career-high 401 yards and a career-high-tying four touchdowns.
"This season keeps going, you know? This is a great win, and we’ll celebrate now, but then tomorrow we focus on Maryland."
The event organized by Penn State men's basketball will raise money for the American Cancer Society.
Across the board, it was a big week for former Penn State football players on the defensive side of the ball.