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Michigan could be a pendulum game for Penn State recruiting

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Penn State, facing Michigan this weekend, finds itself in an interesting predicament with the 2017 class.

James Franklin’s 14-12 record over the past two seasons has caused many of its top targets to take a wait-and-see approach when it comes to this season. It has also created some important games this season that will have recruits watching intently. These games, and their results, could swing recruiting momentum in either direction.