Drew Shelton has seamlessly filled the left tackle spot for Penn State

PHILADELPHIA In the aftermath of Penn States resounding win over Boise State, left tackle Drew Shelton carried around a Fiesta Bowl sign, smiling widely amid the celebration with his teammates.

The Nittany Lions offensive line had imposed its will yet again, but it was Shelton, working from the backside of a play, who helped spring running back Nick Singleton for a 58-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter to help put the 31-14 win on ice.

Much of Penn States surge following the loss to Ohio State on Nov.

2 has revolved around the play of the offensive line.

The Nittany Lions have rushed for 200 yards or more in three of their last four games, including 216 against the Broncos last week in their College Football Playoff quarterfinal.

The physical mindset that Shelton and the rest of the Penn State offensive line play with has been emphasized by coach James Franklin, particularly this season in the offenses adjustment to becoming more run-dominant.

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