Four Nittany Lions are ranked No. 1 in the nation at their respective weight classes.
Out of 20 wrestlers, Penn State sent 15 to the finals.
The Nittany Lions will head to New York on Sunday to compete in the tournament.
"I have been taking a step back and looking at those things and seeing if they are going to benefit me in my goals and what I want to accomplish."
Luke Lilledahl is now the No. 1 wrestler at 125 pounds.
Nickal improves to 8-1 in his UFC career.