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September 23, 2008 6:42 AM

En route to a 45-14 blowout [against Oregon State], Penn State showcased an attack that mixes option football with four-receiver sets and a pro-style I formation running game. The Fighting JoePas scored 28 points in the first 19 minutes and finished with 239 yards rushing and 215 passing. Note to Big Ten defensive coordinators: Be afraid. Be very afraid.

Running the show is junior quarterback Daryll Clark, a 6'2", 235-pound run-pass threat in the mold of Michael Robinson, who led the Nittany Lions to an 11--1 record in 2005 and an Orange Bowl victory. On Saturday, Clark, who spent the last two years on the bench behind the strong-armed but immobile Anthony Morelli, threw for two touchdowns and ran for another. His versatility has opened things up for Penn State's raft of offensive talent.

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