Defensive tackle Alonzo Ford Jr., an Old Dominion transfer, will be out with a “long-term” injury of his own suffered in the 26-25 win at Minnesota. It’s a tough blow for Penn State’s defensive line and for Ford, who had a season-ending issue last year as well before making his Penn State debut.

Both injuries create concerns for Penn State's lines as the postseason approaches.Donkoh, injured on Penn State's second offensive snap against the Gophers, was on the sideline with crutches for the remainder of the game.

Penn State football will be without two of its top starting linemen for its Senior Day game Saturday against Maryland and in the postseason. Starting right tackle Anthony Donkoh − a rising sophomore star − and key backup defensive tackle Alonzo Ford suffered what coach James Franklin described as "significant injuries" last weekend.