After last season, it's clear that 's RB room won't quite look the same as last year's. After all, when you lose two of the best running backs in school history, chances are it will always be hard to replace. Still, new head coach Matt Campbell has done his best to rebuild the room, adding transfers and into the mix along with returner . However, it may be an unheralded player waiting in the wings that could be the difference for the on Thursday. “Really had a great day in the scrimmage on Saturday. Got 1s reps, 2s reps, 3s reps.”
For Wallace, it's important to set a standard not only for himself but for the team. By working hard in camp, it ensures that he puts himself into the conversation to get some rotational snaps. While Hansen and Peoples will lead the way, a player like Cam Wallace could keep the rotation of running backs fresh, especially if the Nittany Lions find themselves making a late season playoff push.
Of course, the Nittany Lions avoid the Big Three of the Big Ten, but still will find themselves coming against solid, ranked opponents. Teams like Michigan and USC and even Washington could stand in the way of their progress this season. As a result, Cam Wallace could be tasked with being the catalyst in those close matchups. With great burst and intriguingly raw talent, a player who James Franklin may not have truly appreciated could turn into a hidden gem under Campbell.
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