Notes: Taking lessons away from Penn State's close win

In talking with Penn State’s players after the Nittany Lions’ win over Bowling Green on Saturday, there was relief all around. The No. 8 team in the country was pushed to the limit by one of the MAC favorites in a 34-27 win. While players and coaches could exhale after the win, there were some unexpected lessons for the Nittany Lions to take into the bye week.