The Penn State Nittany Lions already have built a sizable lead in pursuit of their fourth straight title at the NCAA Wrestling Championships.

PHILADELPHIA -- Carter Starocci had a significant leg injury during last season’s NCAA wrestling tournament. This year? At least two Penn State competitors, outstanding ones, are dealing with leg injuries – Josh Barr at 197 and Greg Kerkvliet at 285.

Penn State is well-positioned to claim its fourth straight national championship after having a perfect opening day Thursday at the Division I Men’s Wrestling Championships. It was the first time the Nittany Lions went a perfect 20-0 on the first day of action and sent all 10 of its qualifiers — one in every weight class — to the quarterfinals.