PennLive's Max Ralph and Bob Flounders share their takeaways from James Franklin's Monday press conference with No. 2 Penn State prepping for Saturday's home game with Florida International.

Franklin was encouraged by the play of his defensive line backups and also praised backup quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer and reserve running back Cam Wallace.

Franklin also said a veteran defensive lineman is close to returning. Plus, Franklin is excited about the potential of PSU kicking specialist Gabe Nwosu.

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