Penn State-Ohio State: Offensive, Defensive Lines Will Carry PSU to the Win

I've been watching Penn State football games for 15-plus years now and have noticed one constant: When Penn State's O- and D-lines win the battles in the trenches, Penn State almost always wins. A staple of Joe Pa's teams is they do not beat themselves, usually have very few penalties, and do not turn the ball over.  To beat them, you will have to earn it.  When Penn State's lines have been good, it's usually a pretty good season, and when they are mediocre, the season is usually disappointing.  This year, both lines are great, and it shows. For years now, I've seen the lines easily push around non-conference foes but struggle against the bigger, stronger teams, like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Ohio State.   Back in 2005 versus OSU, Penn State's O-line versus OSU's D-line was a push, but Penn State's D-line versus OSU's O-line was a distinct advantage for the Lions, and therefore a close win in a defensive struggle.  ... (link)