NOTE: This is the latest in a continuing series of offseason essays highlighting Penn State football's history of unique student-athletes. It is in response to Coach Matt Campbell and his staff reconnecting with the Penn State football alumni. These essays are designed to highlight history beyond the current generation and to remember players and stories that delve deeper into a proud legacy of excellence; Here are links to the previous essays: Offensive and Defensive Linemen

NOTE: This is the latest in a continuing series of offseason essays highlighting Penn State football's history of unique student-athletes. It is in response to Coach Matt Campbell and his staff reconnecting with the Penn State football alumni. The first essay covered the great linemen at Penn State, and the next essay covered family legacies at Penn State. These essays are designed to highlight history beyond the current generation and include great players and stories that

For many of the Penn State Football Alumni, there have been numerous encouraging signs from new Coach Matt Campbell.  Many former players were glad to hear him talk about the importance of developing young men and a commitment to academics.   Campbell also stated that he wants his players to understand the history of Penn State. In college football, there is a value in tradition, in wanting to be part of something bigger than yourself. Penn State existed long before this gene