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No. 2 Penn State Blanks FIU 34-0 to Improve to 2-0

The defense delivered its first shutout since last season.

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Sep 21, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Khalil Dinkins (16) makes a catch in the end zone for a touchdown against the Kent State Golden Flashes during the third quarter at Beaver Stadium. Penn State won 56-0. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images.
Jan 9, 2025; Miami, FL, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar (15) runs the ball pressured by Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Jack Kiser (24) in the first half in the Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Drew Allar went 19-for-33 for 200 yards with two touchdowns to pace a balanced offense.
  • Kaytron Allen rushed for 144 yards on 16 carries, breaking free for a 67-yard score, and Nick Singleton added a late 5-yard touchdown.
  • Khalil Dinkins opened the scoring with a 9-yard touchdown catch and Devonte Ross added a 42-yard TD, while Ryan Barker connected on field goals from 41 and 34 yards.
  • Linebacker Tony Rojas recorded 10 tackles and Alonzo Ford intercepted a pass as FIU’s stalled drives included a blocked punt and turnovers on downs.
  • A viral note highlighted Khalil Dinkins’ efficiency with six touchdowns on 25 career catches, as cited by 247Sports’ Tyler Donohue.