Zuriah Fisher has overcome much disappointment and tragedy over the last five years.

He described his Penn State journey as “mentally and physically draining.”

“I was able to get through everything I’ve been through,” Fisher said Tuesday. “I’m just happy to be here.”

He missed most of the 2022 season with an injury, returned to play in every game two years ago and missed last season with another injury. On top of his physical ailments, his mother died in 2021.

It’s no wonder why every Penn State football player, coach and staff member roots for him and why he was thrilled to return to action last week against FIU.

“It was honestly the greatest feeling in the world,” Fisher said. “It just feels so good to be back playing. It really felt so long since I played. It definitely felt good t

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