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Koby Howard Will Miss Extended Time After Injury

The loss removes Penn State’s primary deep threat and forces coaches to elevate Iowa State transfers and tight end Benjamin Brahmer to reshape the passing attack.

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Sep 5, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions wide receiver Koby Howard (6) runs with the ball while avoiding a tackle from Marshall Thundering Herd defensive back Caleb Clark-Glover (0) during the first quarter at West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Coach Matt Campbell said Wednesday that Howard will be out for an extended period but that the injury is not expected to end his season.
  • Howard sustained the issue on a 70-yard touchdown against Buffalo on Sept. 19, and the team has not disclosed the specific diagnosis or a return timetable.
  • The sophomore has emerged as a breakout playmaker this year with 12 catches for 344 yards and multiple touchdowns, giving Penn State a rare vertical weapon.
  • Coaches plan to increase reps for Iowa State transfers Chase Sowell and Brett Eskildsen and to involve tight end Benjamin Brahmer and freshman Zay Robinson more in the game plan.
  • Howard’s absence raises stakes for Penn State’s upcoming slate — starting with Wisconsin and Northwestern and then USC and Michigan — because it could force more run-heavy calls and test depth in high-profile conference games.