Penn State vs. Saint Francis: Preview, How to Watch, and More

Preview

No. 11 Penn State (2-0) will host Saint Francis (1-4) on Saturday, Sept. 18 at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions are coming off a 46-10 win over Ohio while the Red Flash are coming off a 28-10 loss to Wagner. Penn State is a heavy favorite in this game, but Saint Francis is a team that has played Penn State tough in the past. In 2016, the Red Flash lost to the Nittany Lions by just 3 points. The weather on September 17, 2023 is expected to be clear with a temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. There is only a 1% chance of precipitation.

How to Watch

The game will be televised on the Big Ten Network. It will also be streamed on the Fox Sports app.

More Information

* Penn State is a 31-point favorite in this game, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. * The over/under for the game is 56.5 points. * Penn State has won the last four meetings between the two teams. * The Nittany Lions are 10-0 all-time against FCS opponents. * Saint Francis is 0-4 all-time against Power Five opponents.

Additional Information

* Penn State is ranked No. 11 in the AP Poll and No. 12 in the Coaches Poll. * Saint Francis is not ranked in either poll. * Penn State is averaging 41.5 points per game this season. * Saint Francis is averaging 15.5 points per game this season. * Penn State is allowing 10.5 points per game this season. * Saint Francis is allowing 25.5 points per game this season.

Injury Report

Penn State * RB Keyvone Lee (shoulder) - doubtful * WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith (ankle) - questionable * S Jaylen Reed (knee) - probable Saint Francis * No injuries to report

Prediction

Penn State should win this game easily. The Nittany Lions are a much more talented team than Saint Francis. However, the Red Flash have played Penn State tough in the past, so the Nittany Lions will need to be careful not to overlook them. Penn State 42, Saint Francis 10