Very bad news from Happy Valley. 247's Sean Fitz reports that starting cornerback John Reid suffered a knee injury that "will likely cost him the 2017 season." Fitz notes that Reid still has a redshirt season available, which means he would have two years of eligibility remaining after the 2017 campaign.

Reid emerged as a leader on the Penn State defense in 2016. He was also the team's primary punt returner, so the Lions have two very important spots to fill in Reid's absence. Penn State does have good depth at the position, with Grant Haley, Amani Oruwariye, and Christian Campbell returning as experienced starters/reserved. There's also Lamont Wade, who may be pressed into service a bit earlier than anticipated.