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Penn State Routs Nebraska as Allen Sets Career Rushing Mark

Player support for interim coach Terry Smith swelled after the win, with bowl eligibility now one victory away at Rutgers.

Overview

  • Penn State beat Nebraska 37-10 on Senior Night to move to 5-6, its second straight Big Ten win under interim coach Terry Smith.
  • Nicholas Singleton scored twice and tied Saquon Barkley for the program’s career touchdown record.
  • Redshirt freshman Ethan Grunkemeyer went 11-for-12 for 181 yards and a touchdown in an efficient passing night.
  • The defense delivered a goal-line stand on the opening drive, held Nebraska to 1-for-6 on fourth down, and notched sacks by Yvan Kemajou and Zane Durant.
  • Penn State piled up 412 yards, including about 231–234 on the ground, and opened as a 10.5-point favorite at Rutgers on FanDuel.