State College, PA - In a highly anticipated match-up, the No. 12 Penn State Nittany Lions are set to face off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights today at Beaver Stadium. Both teams released their Big Ten mandated availability report earlier today, revealing key injuries that could impact the game.

For head coach James Franklin's Nittany Lions, the absence of receivers Harrison Wallace III and Tyler Johnson will be felt on the field. This news comes as no surprise, as Franklin confirmed earlier in the week that Wallace III would not be playing against Rutgers, and his return for the final regular season game remains uncertain. However, the possibility of his participation in the team's bowl game is still not ruled out.

The availability of linemen Ibrahim Traore and Alex Birchmeier for the game against Rutgers is also questionable, further adding to the challenges Penn State may face on the field. The team will closely monitor their progress ahead of kickoff.

On the Rutgers side, running back Kyle Monangai and receiver JaQuae Jackson are both listed as questionable, leaving their respective positions up in the air for the game against the Nittany Lions. Their potential absence could significantly impact Rutgers' offensive strategy.

Despite the absence of key players, head coach James Franklin is hopeful for a supportive and appreciative atmosphere at Beaver Stadium. He expressed his desire for the fans to acknowledge the hard work that the team has put in throughout the season.

The Penn State vs. Rutgers game is scheduled to take place today at Beaver Stadium in State College, PA. Fans can catch the action live on Fox Sports. For those unable to attend or watch the game on TV, a radio broadcast will be available on the Penn State Sports Network, featuring commentators Steve Jones, Jack Ham, and Brian Tripp.

Penn State holds an impressive track record against Rutgers, with 16 consecutive wins against their opponents. The all-time series is heavily in favor of the Nittany Lions, who boast a 31-2 advantage over the Scarlet Knights.

With Penn State as nearly a three-touchdown favorite, the spread for the game stands at Penn State -20.5. The over/under betting total is set at 42.5, indicating the projected combined score for the game.

As the Nittany Lions prepare to take the field against Rutgers, experts have shared their predictions. Nate Bauer predicts a close match with Penn State winning 20-17, while Sean Fitz predicts a wider victory margin of 26-6 for the Nittany Lions. Thomas Frank Carr foresees a 24-17 win for Penn State, while Matt Herb predicts a final score of 27-14 in favor of the Nittany Lions. Greg Pickel expects a dominant performance from Penn State with a predicted score of 40-3, and Ryan Snyder anticipates a 31-10 victory for the Nittany Lions.

All eyes will be on Beaver Stadium today as Penn State and Rutgers battle it out on the field, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of this exciting match.