Penn State's top defensive player, Abdul Carter, injured in Fiesta Bowl, set to recover for Orange Bowl game.

Penn State's Abdul Carter, a Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year candidate, suffered an upper-body injury in the Fiesta Bowl but is expected to play in the Orange Bowl against Notre Dame. Coach James Franklin is optimistic about Carter's recovery, noting his positive attitude. Carter's actual participation will depend on his recovery progress in the coming week. Despite the injury, Penn State has other strong defensive players ready to step up if needed.