Keanu Williams Eager for Penn State's Seattle Trip
Penn State defensive tackle Keanu Williams says he is excited for the Week 10 West Coast game against Washington.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Football
Penn State defensive tackle Keanu Williams said he is excited for the team's West Coast trip to face Washington in Week 10 in Seattle. Williams, who spent his last five years of college football between Oregon and UCLA, is from Clovis, California, and received about 10 tickets for his family.
Why it matters
The trip marks Penn State's first cross-country game since its 2025 loss to UCLA in Los Angeles, a game Williams was part of on the other side. Williams chose Penn State in part because his former UCLA coach, Ikaika Malloe, joined the Nittany Lions' staff.
Williams received about 10 tickets for his family, who will travel from Clovis, California, to Seattle. He spent five years of college football between Oregon and UCLA before joining Penn State.
The players
Keanu Williams
Penn State defensive tackle who previously played college football at Oregon and UCLA before joining the Nittany Lions.
Ikaika Malloe
Penn State defensive line coach who previously coached Williams at UCLA before joining the Penn State staff.
The details
Williams said he is getting extra sleep during the week, aiming for about 8 hours on Tuesday and Wednesday and 9 hours before Thursday, to prepare for the cross-country trip. Penn State will fly to Seattle to face Washington in Week 10.
Timeline
2025: Penn State lost to UCLA in Los Angeles.
Tuesday, November 4, 2026: Williams spoke to media about the upcoming trip.
Week 10: Penn State plays Washington in Seattle.
Season Trajectory
This Week 10 trip continues Penn State's cross-country schedule following its 2025 loss to UCLA in Los Angeles, a game Williams played in for the Bruins. The matchup highlights how transfers and coaching connections are reshaping rosters across the Big Ten.
Fans planning to watch Penn State's Week 10 game in Seattle should note the cross-country travel and the matchup's context. Williams' presence adds a storyline for viewers following Penn State's defensive line.
The takeaway
Williams' comments show how players navigate long road trips and familiar faces on opposing sidelines. Keep an eye on how Penn State's defensive line performs against Washington in Seattle.
What happens next
Penn State plays Washington in Seattle in Week 10.
Further reading
Explore more Pennsylvania Football coverage for context on Penn State's season.
