After a decade in Ames, the 46-year-old from Massillon, Ohio, couldn’t say no to the chance to take over one of college football’s storied programs in Penn State.

New Penn State head coach Matt Campbell was introduced in Happy Valley on Monday, which signals the start of a new era in Penn State football. Durant’s decision similarly signals a wave of roster decisions yet to come for the Nittany Lions, both from seniors for the bowl and underclassmen who will have the opportunity to transfer away.

Clemson versus Penn State was a common preseason projection, but not for where we’re at right now after turbulent campaigns for each side. Penn State (6-6) is a