Curtis Jacobs and Abdul Carter were named to the Butkus Award watch list, while Kalen King was tabbed for the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award watch list.
Mercury announced a new "NIL-driven content network" focused on Penn State along with an annual six-figure funding pledge to Happy Valley United.
As Penn State readies itself for conference expansion in 2024, it's important to remember the impact on student-athletes.
Thompson is one of 15 players named to watch list ahead of the 2023 season.
The Nittany Lions boast newfound strength, experience, and talent in the trenches ahead of the 2023 season.
Vilbert also missed most of the 2022 season for an undisclosed reason.