A Quiet, Painful Week in Mobile

The Senior Bowl is usually a launchpad for Penn State stars. This year, it was a triage unit.

As scouts packed up from Mobile, Alabama, the report on the Nittany Lions was brief and largely medical. What was supposed to be a showcase for Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen turned into a week of “What Ifs.”

Singleton’s Setback

The headline of the week was undeniably negative. Nick Singleton, looking to cement himself as the RB1 of the 2026 class, suffered a broken foot during Tuesday’s practice session.

• The Drill: Sources confirm the injury occurred during a non-contact pass-blocking drill.
• The Impact: Singleton was seen in a boot and crutches for the remainder of the week. While the surgery is expected to be routine, it wipes out his Combine participation.
• Draft Stock: Once a fringe first-rounder, scouts are now whispering “Day 2 Value.” The talent is undeniable, but the inability to run the 40-yard dash in Indianapolis is a significant blow for a player whose game is predicated on elite speed.

The “Fatman” Sits

Meanwhile, Kaytron Allen was a spectator. Listed on the National Team roster, Allen was a DNP (Did Not Play) for the game and participated only in individual walkthroughs.

This appears to be a strategic business decision. With Singleton nursing an injury, Allen’s camp likely saw little upside in taking hits in an exhibition setting. His tape—specifically his dominant 2025 campaign—speaks for itself.

The Bottom Line

Penn State didn’t “win” the Senior Bowl this year. The spotlight now shifts to the Pro Day in March, where a healthy Kaytron Allen and (hopefully) a recovering Singleton can remind NFL decision-makers why they were the most feared duo in the Big Ten.