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See the full story · 1 sourcesCOLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 01: Penn State Nittany Lions long snapper Blaise Sokach-Minnick (35) warms up before the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Ohio State Buckeyes on November 1, 2025, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
We are now just five weeks away from Penn State kicking off the 2026 season against Marshall. Let’s mark the occasion by honoring one of the most underappreciated positions in football – the long snapper.
Blaise Sokach-Minnick is entering his fifth season with the Nittany Lions, and his patience looks to be rewarded with a starting role this fall. Sokach-Minnick has appeared in six games during his career, while earning academic All-Big Ten honors the past three years running. The West Pittson, PA, native had a successful career at Wyoming High School, where he also played quarterback and linebacker in addition to being named all-state as a long snapper.
We’re just 35 days from Penn State Football!
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