Penn State Football's Challenging Road Schedule

Two Top-10 Opponents, Ball State on Tap

No. 7 Penn State faces a daunting road schedule in 2023, highlighted by games against No. 6 Louisville and No. 9 Kentucky. The Nittany Lions will also travel to Ball State.

Louisville (September 9)

The Cardinals are a rising force in the ACC and finished 8-5 last season. They return quarterback Malik Cunningham, who is one of the most dynamic players in the country. Louisville also has a strong defense, led by linebacker Yasir Abdullah.

Kentucky (September 23)

The Wildcats are coming off a 10-3 season and are ranked No. 9 in the preseason. They have a talented quarterback in Will Levis and a strong running game led by Chris Rodriguez Jr. Kentucky's defense is also formidable, led by linebacker Deone Walker.

Ball State (October 7)

The Cardinals are a Group of Five team, but they have been a tough opponent for Penn State in recent years. Ball State beat the Nittany Lions in 2018 and 2021. Quarterback John Paddock and wide receiver Jayshon Jackson are key players for the Cardinals.

Conclusion

Penn State's road schedule will be a major test for the Nittany Lions. They will need to play their best football to come away with wins against Louisville and Kentucky. Ball State is also a formidable opponent, so Penn State cannot take them lightly.