5 Penn State Players to Watch During Blue-White: Offense

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The Blue-White Game, and spring games in general, have undergone a massive shift in recent years. In fact, it will now be known as the “Blue-White Practice” in the first spring session of the Matt Campbell Era.

The Blue-White practice will begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday, and unfortunately, is not expected to be televised. While I can’t say for certain what to expect, here are the members of the Penn State offense who may be ready for an expanded role on the offense with a big spring session:

WR Koby Howard

It’s safe to say Howard will be the center of attention for many inside Beaver Stadium when he’s on the field Saturday. Howard caught the attention of the Penn State fanbase with a buzzy summer camp that included regular highlight-reel plays from practice. However, that did not translate to much playing time the first half of the season as he sat behind three senior portal additions in Trebor Pena, DeVonte Ross and Kyron Hudson.

He finally saw more action in the latter half of the season, demonstrating sure hands and big-play ability. Howard finished the year with seven catches for 133 yards, and an impressive 19 yards per catch average. He reportedly added bulk over the offseason to become more physical as a receiver in year two. Howard should carve out a much more regular role with the offense as a true sophomore, and has the potential to be a standout receiver for the Nittany Lions in the near future.

WR Brett Eskildsen

Eskildsen is an intriguing portal addition who followed Campbell from Iowa State. He could certainly develop as an X-factor at receiver in a position group that has been hurting for production in recent years. Eskildsen has a combination of speed and precise route-running that helps create separation. While he may not be the team’s leading receiver, he certainly should be a huge asset on third and fourth downs. Look for him to build on his 30-catches, 526 yards and five touchdowns as a redshirt freshman in 2025.

OT Malachi Goodman

Goodman has a chance to follow in the footsteps of Olu Fashanu and Vega Ioane as a first round selection from Penn State’s offensive line. He redshirted behind a veteran offensive line in 2025, despite being one of the most prized recruits in the nation. As the 19th overall player and fifth-ranked offensive tackle in the 2025 class, Goodman should see regular action as a redshirt freshman and may crack the starting lineup at one of the tackle spots. He certainly already has a Big Ten body at 6-6, 331 lbs.

OT Garrett Sexton

Many of the same things stated above about Goodman apply to Sexton as well. He committed to Penn State as the 8th-best tackle prospect in the nation, and waited his turn as a true freshman. It was a productive use of time on the scout team, as he impressed the staff in being named Developmental Player of the Week four times in 2025. He will be battling for a starting spot along with Goodman, and should be on the field as one of the key linemen for the Nittany Lions moving forward.

RB Quinton Martin Jr.

Penn State has a solid backfield with the likes of Martin pairing up with former Cyclone Jordan Hansen and former Buckeye James Peoples. But it’s largely unseen how carries will be split up once we get into the fall.

Martin passed his first test with flying colors in the Pinstripe Bowl. While Corey Smith started as the primary ballcarrier in the absence of Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen, the staff quickly turned to Martin thanks to his tough running style and vision in his first meaningful stretch of playing time as a Nittany Lion. Martin became stronger as the game wore on, and his 103 rushing yards were key for Penn State to pull away with the 22-10 victory. Martin could set himself apart as the Nittany Lions prepare for a new era following four years of Singleton and Allen as co-starters.

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