I know we're only 1/3 of the way in, but Northwestern is a "must win" game for PSU, especially at home. I didn't think the Nittany Lions would be spectacular this year...pegged tham at 8-4 with a chance at a New Year's Day game (Citrus, Outback, etc.) and they've won and lost the games I thought they would so far. That said, they haven't looked good in either win, and looked horrible against ND. Their defense should be enough against the bottom feeders of the Big 10, but now 8 wins isn't so certain. They ought to beat NU, Illinois and Temple, so that's 5 wins. They'll probably lose to Michigan at home, so that's a 3rd loss. The uncertain games are Minnesota on the road, Michigan St. (at home I think), plus Purdue. btw, Minnesota game may be moved to Thanksgiving weekend if the Twins make the playoffs, as that would create a schedule conflict at the HHH