Penn State's football team, led by coach James Franklin, is taking advantage of their bye week to refine their strategies following a 6-0 start, which includes a recent thrilling 33-30 overtime victory against USC. Despite their unbeaten record and a No. 3 ranking in the AP Poll, there are areas for improvement, such as the team's slow offensive starts, which could affect their prospects in upcoming games against formidable opponents like Ohio State and Wisconsin. The Lions are also focused on enhancing their run game and return game, which have shown room for improvement. Meanwhile, key players like quarterback Drew Allar and tight end Tyler Warren have been central to the team's success, with Allar showing increased confidence under the guidance of the coaching staff. In related developments, several Penn State commits, including quarterback Bekkem Kritza and running back Tiqwai Hayes, are actively participating in their high school games, showcasing the future potential for Penn State. Additionally, USC is managing injuries among its players, with several key athletes either returning to play or sidelined, which impacted their recent game against Penn State.