Penn State’s 2021 schedule is challenging from the start, when the Nittany Lions travel to Madison to face Paul Chryst’s Wisconsin Badgers. © JOE HERMITT Penn State running back Caziah Holmes runs away from Illinois defensive lineman Keith Randolph Jr. during the fourth quarter on Dec. 19, 2020. Joe Hermitt | jhermitt@pennlive.com The second half of the schedule, on paper, looks to be a bit easier. But there is at least one major obstacle looming on the final Saturday in October. PennLive’s early look at Penn State’s fall slate continues with a post-spring look at two more Big Ten opponents. One of the teams hasn’t lost to the Lions since 2016. © JOE HERMITT Penn State cornerback Marquis Wilson tackles Ohio State wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5)during the fourth quarter at Beaver Stadium on Oct. 31, 2020. Joe Hermitt | jhermitt@pennlive.com ILLINOIS Game date: Oct. 23 at Beaver Stadium. Series…
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