Penn State football has 14 players out for week five’s White Out matchup against Oregon.

Wide receivers Kaden Saunders, Lyrick Samuel, Josiah Brown, and Peter Gonzalez will remain out for the Nittany Lions. Brown and Saunders are battling long-term injuries. No other pass catchers will miss this week’s game. Tight end Andrew Olesh will return to the lineup.

Defensive linemen Max Granville, Mason Robinson, Kaleb Artis, and Jordan Mayer remain out for Penn State. Mylachi Williams and De’Andre Cook are back in the lineup after missing the game against Villanova.

Quarterback Bekkem Kritza is out for the fourth straight game. Running back Amiel Davis is back in the lineup after missing week three’s matchup.

Linebacker Kari Jackson and cornerback Donte Nastasi will miss the game on defense.

Offensive linemen Brady O’Hara and Liam Horan will miss their fourth consecutive game. Guard J’Ven Williams is listed as questionable.

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Cooper was a member of Onward State from 2023 to 2026, serving on the Penn State wrestling and football beats. He can be found frowning on most Sunday afternoons, for he is a lifelong Washington Commanders fan. When he isn't watching sports, Cooper is usually tearing up at "Rudy" or taking a well-deserved nap. To reach him, follow him on Instagram (@cooper_cax) or Twitter (@CooperCazares).

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