MMQB asserts that Saturday’s game against Northwestern was the football equivalent of Brussels sprouts. Brussels sprouts are (ostensibly) good for us. Various websites will tell you that they are dense with nutrients, chock full of antioxidants, fiber-rich, loaded with vitamins, and low in calories. Eating them is said to reduce inflammation and boost your immune system. They also taste gross. Penn State winning is (ostensibly) good for us. Various websites will tell you that they are in the top 10, control their destiny on this season, are recruiting very well, and are not named Pitt. Beating Northwestern is said to…