Penn State Expects Sowell, Howard Questionable
Coach Matt Campbell said receiver Chase Sowell is probable and Koby Howard is questionable for Penn State's game at Washington.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Football
Penn State football coach Matt Campbell said receiver Chase Sowell is probable to play against Washington, while receiver Koby Howard remains questionable. Sowell missed the previous game with an undisclosed injury, and Howard has missed the entire Big Ten portion of the schedule.
Why it matters
Sowell and Howard are among Penn State's key receiving options, and their availability shapes the offense for a road game in Seattle against Washington. Campbell has said he does not want to play Howard again until he can perform without limitations.
Sowell's last game featured 11 receptions for 151 yards, while Howard has averaged 114.7 receiving yards per game, seventh nationally. Howard's injury was undisclosed and his availability remains unconfirmed.
The players
Matt Campbell
Matt Campbell is the head football coach at Penn State, who addressed the availability of Sowell and Howard.
Chase Sowell
Chase Sowell is a Penn State wide receiver who is listed as probable for the Washington game after missing the previous contest.
Koby Howard
Koby Howard is a Penn State wide receiver who ranks seventh nationally in receiving yards and remains questionable for the Washington game.
The details
Penn State defeated Purdue in its most recent game, with Rocco Becht completing 16 of 24 passes for 175 yards, one touchdown and no turnovers while the offense leaned on the running game. Howard suffered an undisclosed injury during a 70-yard catch-and-run touchdown against Buffalo on September 19.
Timeline
September 19: Koby Howard suffers an injury during a Buffalo victory.
Saturday, November 7: Penn State plays Washington in Seattle.
Season Trajectory
Penn State enters its Washington game at 5-3 overall, with Washington sitting at 3-2 in Big Ten play, making the receiving corps' health a factor in the conference race. Howard's absence through the Big Ten portion of the season has shaped how the offense has been built around the running game.
Fantasy managers tracking Sowell and Howard should monitor the final injury reports before Saturday's kickoff. Sowell's probable status points to a likely return to the lineup, while Howard's questionable tag leaves his usage uncertain.
The takeaway
Monitor final injury reports before the Washington game to determine whether Sowell and Howard will be available for their expected roles. Confirmed availability will shape how Penn State's receiving group fits the offensive plan.
What happens next
Penn State plays Washington in Seattle on Saturday, November 7, when Sowell and Howard's status will be determined.
Further reading
Follow more Penn State football coverage for updates on the Nittany Lions' roster and injury news.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Tri-County Independent.
