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Photos: Penn State's 2017 Blue-White Game

Penn State wide receiver Juwan Johnson evades a tackle in the first half of the Blue-White Game in April. Receivers coach Josh Gattis said he expects Johnson to dominate in the Big Ten this fall.
Penn State wide receiver Juwan Johnson evades a tackle in the first half of the Blue-White Game in April. Receivers coach Josh Gattis said he expects Johnson to dominate in the Big Ten this fall.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens looks to pass in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens looks to pass in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State starting quarterback Trace McSorley signs autographs for fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State starting quarterback Trace McSorley signs autographs for fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
The Nittany Lion greets fans before the team's arrival for Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
The Nittany Lion greets fans before the team's arrival for Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Noah Kilmer, 6 of Wyalusing, waits for the team's arrival before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Noah Kilmer, 6 of Wyalusing, waits for the team's arrival before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State cheerleaders greet fans before the team's arrival for Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State cheerleaders greet fans before the team's arrival for Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State head football coach James Franklin greets fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State head football coach James Franklin greets fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens signs autographs for fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens signs autographs for fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State starting quarterback Trace McSorley greets a fan before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State starting quarterback Trace McSorley greets a fan before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State running back Saquon Barkley greets fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State running back Saquon Barkley greets fans before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Pinwheels spelling out "409" are displayed where a memorial for former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno once stood, before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. With 409 victories, Paterno became the winningest coach in major college football. April is also Child Abuse Prevention Month, during which pinwheels are frequently displayed. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Pinwheels spelling out "409" are displayed where a memorial for former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno once stood, before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. With 409 victories, Paterno became the winningest coach in major college football. April is also Child Abuse Prevention Month, during which pinwheels are frequently displayed. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Fans line up for autographs by Penn State football players before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Fans line up for autographs by Penn State football players before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, are set to play their spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State head football coach James Franklin greets defensive end Colin Castagna before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State head football coach James Franklin greets defensive end Colin Castagna before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State running back Saquon Barkley gives an interview before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State running back Saquon Barkley gives an interview before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State commit Robert Martin, an offensive lineman from New Jersey, greets the crowd among other recruits before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State commit Robert Martin, an offensive lineman from New Jersey, greets the crowd among other recruits before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State recruits pose for a photo on the field before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State recruits pose for a photo on the field before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Former Penn State tight end Jesse James, now playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers, joins the captains as an honorary captain for Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Former Penn State tight end Jesse James, now playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers, joins the captains as an honorary captain for Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Former Penn State fullback Michael Robinson joins the captains on the field as an honorary captain before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Former Penn State fullback Michael Robinson joins the captains on the field as an honorary captain before Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State Ayron Monroe brings down running back Mark Allen in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State Ayron Monroe brings down running back Mark Allen in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State head football coach James Franklin greets the crowd during the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State head football coach James Franklin greets the crowd during the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State wide receiver Brandon Polk receives the kickoff in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State wide receiver Brandon Polk receives the kickoff in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Jake Zembiec throws a pass in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Jake Zembiec throws a pass in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State wide receiver Charles Irvin plays in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State wide receiver Charles Irvin plays in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Jake Zembiec (7) listens to coaches from the bench during the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Jake Zembiec (7) listens to coaches from the bench during the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State cornerback T.J. Johnson (27) breaks up a pass intended for wide receiver DeAndre Thompkins in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State cornerback T.J. Johnson (27) breaks up a pass intended for wide receiver DeAndre Thompkins in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley throws a pass in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley throws a pass in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State running back Andre Robinson carries the ball in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State running back Andre Robinson carries the ball in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Quarterback Trace McSorley will get a chance for redemption against Pitt in Week 2 in Beaver Stadium.  Surprisingly, neither the Pitt or Ohio State games will be played in prime time. Both will start at 3:30 p.m.
Quarterback Trace McSorley will get a chance for redemption against Pitt in Week 2 in Beaver Stadium. Surprisingly, neither the Pitt or Ohio State games will be played in prime time. Both will start at 3:30 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State Ayron Monroe carries the ball after intercepting a pass in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State Ayron Monroe carries the ball after intercepting a pass in the first half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State running back Andre Robinson throws a pass after receiving from quarterback Tommy Stevens in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State running back Andre Robinson throws a pass after receiving from quarterback Tommy Stevens in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
James Franklin has engineered another hot recruiting start at Penn State, this time for the nationally-ranked class of 2018. But is there suddenly cause for concern after losing two key linemen?
James Franklin has engineered another hot recruiting start at Penn State, this time for the nationally-ranked class of 2018. But is there suddenly cause for concern after losing two key linemen?
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Billy Fessler carries the ball in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Billy Fessler carries the ball in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens prepares to pass the ball in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Penn State quarterback Tommy Stevens prepares to pass the ball in the second half of Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
While Penn State will feature one of the deepest receiving groups in the Big Ten this fall, led by senior DaeSean Hamilton (5), even more impressive is the talent being stockpiled at the position. The 2018 recruiting class already features three of the better wideouts nationally.
While Penn State will feature one of the deepest receiving groups in the Big Ten this fall, led by senior DaeSean Hamilton (5), even more impressive is the talent being stockpiled at the position. The 2018 recruiting class already features three of the better wideouts nationally.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
From left, Halle Mineweaser, 12 of Youngsville; Peter Vardouniotis, 8 of Collegeville; and Penn State senior Shawn Stefanski hold out sheets to be autographed after Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
From left, Halle Mineweaser, 12 of Youngsville; Peter Vardouniotis, 8 of Collegeville; and Penn State senior Shawn Stefanski hold out sheets to be autographed after Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record
Maddie Shirk, 4 of Hershey, runs circles around her brother Micah, 2, on the field after Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Maddie Shirk, 4 of Hershey, runs circles around her brother Micah, 2, on the field after Penn State's Blue-White Game Saturday, April 22, 2017, at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, now the defending Big 10 champions and fresh off a Rose Bowl appearance, kicked off their annual spring football scrimmage at 3 p.m.
Chris Dunn, York Daily Record