Penn State coach James Franklin said the Nittany Lions must avoid getting a 'wakeup call" as big favorites vs. UCLA.

Penn State is banged up heading into Saturday’s game against UCLA. Ahead of the Big Ten clash at Beaver Stadium, James Franklin provided injury updates for a few Nittany Lions.

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Penn State has been dealing with some injuries as of late, but they should be in much better shape this weekend against UCLA. Linebacker Dominic DeLuca, cornerback Jalen Kimber and offensive guard Sal Wormley are all expected to be back this weekend against the Bruins.

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Hundreds of recruits lined the Beaver Stadium sideline before Penn State ’s Big Ten opener on Saturday night. James Franklin worked his way down the line, shaking hands and joking with younger siblings.

No. 9 Penn State arguably faced a test in its Big Ten opener, hosting No. 19 Illinois on Saturday. The Fighting Illini came into the matchup off a big win over then-No. 22 Nebraska in Lincoln, improving to 4–0 and looking like a possible factor in the conference race.

The Penn State Nittany Lions held Illinois scoreless through the final three quarters in a 21-7 victory at Beaver Stadium.