No. 5 Penn State bottles up Jeanty, beats No. 8 Boise State 31-14 in Fiesta Bowl
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No. 5 Penn State bottles up Jeanty, beats No. 8 Boise State 31-14 in Fiesta Bowl

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GLENDALE, Ariz. — Penn State defenders clogged every hole, stretched out every outside run, closed with ferocity. We knew we had to have hats to the ball every single play because every play he could break one,” said Penn State safety Zakee Wheatley, who had an interception and recovered a fumble. “Being 14-0, that isn’t something anybody really wants to be in,” Boise State coach Spencer Danielson said. Boise State got back in it by getting pressure on Allar, putting a halt to Penn State’s marches down the field, and got a huge momentum boost when Allar fumbled two plays after Jeanty lost his third fumble of the season. With Jeanty surrounded on nearly every play, Boise State turned to Tyler Crowe and the fullback took several Nittany Lions with him for an 8-yard touchdown run that cut Penn State’s lead in half.

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Jeanty falls short of record as dream season gets stuffed by Penn State defense in CFP loss
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3 days, 6 hours ago

Jeanty falls short of record as dream season gets stuffed by Penn State defense in CFP loss

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Ashton Jeanty took the handoff on Boise State’s first play and made it just a few steps before being greeted by a wall of dark blue Penn State jerseys that swallowed him up and shoved him backward for no gain. “But it’s hard when you’re digging yourself out of a two-score.” Jeanty finished with 2,601 yards rushing …

No. 8 Boise State and No. 5 Penn State look for next step in College Football Playoff quarterfinals
4 days, 14 hours ago

No. 8 Boise State and No. 5 Penn State look for next step in College Football Playoff quarterfinals

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Boise State has taken that long-awaited next step, earning a spot in the College Football Playoff for the first time, 17 years after a program-shifting win. 5 Penn State also is in its first CFP playoff, shaking its can’t-win-the-big-game reputation with a victory over SMU while climbing from the shadows of a scandal that rocked one of …

Penn State preparing for hard-charging Jeanty and Boise State in CFP quarterfinals
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1 week, 4 days ago

Penn State preparing for hard-charging Jeanty and Boise State in CFP quarterfinals

Associated Press  

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Penn State players have watched Ashton Jeanty make opponents look silly all season. Additionally, Jeanty’s yards after contact exceed every FBS running backs’ rushing total since Oklahoma State’s Chuba Hubbard led the NCAA with 2,094 total rushing yards in 2019. Although he’s helped Boise State churn out 250 rushing yards per game, good for fifth among …

How Penn State dashed SMU’s Cinderella dreams with ease: Takeaways from a Playoff rout
2 weeks ago

How Penn State dashed SMU’s Cinderella dreams with ease: Takeaways from a Playoff rout

New York Times  

By Audrey Snyder, Chris Vannini and Justin Williams No. Penn State’s offense struggled early on a windy, frigid day in Happy Valley, but two pick sixes by linebackers Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas off of SMU quarterback Kevin Jennings gave the Nittany Lions a 14-0 lead in a game that turned into a blowout soon after in front of an …

Penn State rolls past SMU in CFP opener
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2 weeks ago

Penn State rolls past SMU in CFP opener

LA Times  

Penn State linebacker Dominic DeLuca points to to fans as he celebrates an interception return for a touchdown against SMU on Saturday in a College Football Playoff first-round game. Dominic DeLuca and Tony Rojas returned interceptions for touchdowns and Penn State toyed with mistake-prone SMU in a 38-10 victory on Saturday in the opening round of the College Football Playoff. …

Penn State earns 6-seed, most favorable path through College Football Playoff
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Penn State earns 6-seed, most favorable path through College Football Playoff

New York Times  

Penn State’s path through the College Football Playoff is set. While Penn State didn’t get the fifth seed, which went to Texas, it was still rewarded for an 11-1 regular season and ended up with a more favorable path than the Longhorns. The biggest lesson Penn State should take from the Big Ten Championship Game loss and carry into the …

Ashton Jeanty lets his play do the talking for CFP-bound Boise State
4 weeks ago

Ashton Jeanty lets his play do the talking for CFP-bound Boise State

Associated Press  

BOISE, Idaho — After Ashton Jeanty streaked through the middle of UNLV’s defense on his way to a 75-yard touchdown run Friday night in the Mountain West Conference title game, he didn’t strike the Heisman pose. “Not only is this one of the best teams in the nation, but they’ve got one of the best players in the nation.” Jeanty …

No. 10 Boise State grabs CFP spot, beating No. 19 UNLV 21-7 in Mountain West championship
4 weeks ago

No. 10 Boise State grabs CFP spot, beating No. 19 UNLV 21-7 in Mountain West championship

Associated Press  

BOISE, Idaho — Ashton Jeanty ran for 209 yards and a touchdown and No. “In January when they were playing tug of war on the field with their shirts off, they talked about what they wanted to do this season,” Boise State coach Spencer Danielson said. “But you continue to learn from them and move your organization forward and find …

No. 4 Penn State overcomes slow start to beat Maryland 44-7 and advance to Big Ten title game
1 month ago

No. 4 Penn State overcomes slow start to beat Maryland 44-7 and advance to Big Ten title game

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 4 Penn State beat Maryland 44-7 Saturday and advanced to its first Big Ten championship game since 2016. “We knew, but I didn’t say anything to the team,” Penn State coach James Franklin said of the Michigan victory. The Nittany Lions scored touchdowns on four of …

Penn State makes right calls late to escape Minnesota, close in on Playoff bid: Takeaways
1 month, 1 week ago

Penn State makes right calls late to escape Minnesota, close in on Playoff bid: Takeaways

New York Times  

4 Penn State was on upset alert all day Saturday, but it escaped Minnesota with a 26-25 win to stay in strong position for a College Football Playoff bid. pic.twitter.com/n2t8kHrG4T — CBS Sports College Football 🏈 November 23, 2024 Penn State fell behind 10-0 in the first half, but it overcame special teams miscues and got a stellar game from …

Ashton Jeanty runs for 159 yards and 3 TDs as No. 13 Boise State beats San Jose State 42-21
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ashton Jeanty runs for 159 yards and 3 TDs as No. 13 Boise State beats San Jose State 42-21

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 13 Boise State beat San Jose State 42-21 on Saturday for its eighth straight win. And it shows on the field.” Jeanty’s 2-yard touchdown tied the game before halftime after Ty Benefield intercepted a pass in Boise State territory. San Jose State jumped out to a …

Penn State dominates Purdue: Takeaways from the Nittany Lions’ 49-10 win in West Lafayette
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Penn State dominates Purdue: Takeaways from the Nittany Lions’ 49-10 win in West Lafayette

New York Times  

Penn State enjoyed another stress-free Saturday and remains in a favorable position to host a first-round College Football Playoff game in Beaver Stadium. On one play, Warren lined up under center on third-and-short, but center Nick Dawkins snapped the ball through Warren’s legs to quarterback Drew Allar. He is tied with Pat Freiermuth for the most career touchdowns by a …

Ashton Jeanty runs for 209 yards and 3 TDs, No. 12 Boise State holds off Nevada 28-21
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ashton Jeanty runs for 209 yards and 3 TDs, No. 12 Boise State holds off Nevada 28-21

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Boise State remained in strong position among the Group of Five teams vying for the automatic bid to the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff. Boise State’s offense sputtered until the fourth quarter when Maddux Madsen engineered a 10-play, 62-yard drive that ended with Jeanty’s 2-yard touchdown …

Penn State's Fight for Survival: Can They Bounce Back Against Ohio State?
2 months ago

Penn State's Fight for Survival: Can They Bounce Back Against Ohio State?

Associated Press  

Penn State's hopes of making the NCAA Playoff are still alive despite a tough loss to Ohio State. Despite trailing 13-10 at halftime, the Nittany Lions fought back but ultimately fell short. The Buckeyes dominated the game, controlling the ball and forcing turnovers. Quarterback Drew Allar's offense struggled to find its rhythm, and the Nittany Lions failed to score a …

Boise State Dominates San Diego State, Clinching Sixth Straight Victory
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2 months ago

Boise State Dominates San Diego State, Clinching Sixth Straight Victory

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No. 15 Boise State routed San Diego State 56-24, extending their winning streak to six games. Ashton Jeanty had a stellar performance with 149 yards and two touchdowns, while Maddux Madsen threw for 307 yards and four touchdowns. The Broncos' offense dominated the first half, scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter and holding the Aztecs scoreless for most of …

Boise State's Ashton Jeanty Shatters Mountain West Record, Contends Heisman Trophy
2 months ago

Boise State's Ashton Jeanty Shatters Mountain West Record, Contends Heisman Trophy

CNN  

Ashton Jeanty continues his dominant form, breaking a program record in the process, he leads Boise State to a convincing 56-24 victory over San Diego State. He rushed for 149 yards on 31 carries and scored two touchdowns, showcasing his exceptional running ability. The Broncos' quarterback, Maddux Madsen, had a career-high performance with 307 passing yards, four touchdowns, and two …

Boise State Dominates UNLV, Clinches Playoff Spot in Thriller
2 months, 1 week ago

Boise State Dominates UNLV, Clinches Playoff Spot in Thriller

Associated Press  

Boise State won against UNLV 29-24 in a crucial game for both teams' playoff aspirations. Ashton Jeanty led the Broncos with 128 yards and a touchdown, while Maddux Madsen passed for 209 yards and a touchdown for UNLV. The Broncos took control in the second half with two touchdowns in the final 1:50 of the first half and held on …

Illinois's Unbeatable Run to No. 1 Oregon: Can They Beat a Top-Ranked Team?
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Illinois's Unbeatable Run to No. 1 Oregon: Can They Beat a Top-Ranked Team?

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No. 20 Illinois aims to beat No. 1 Oregon for the first time since 2007 in a highly anticipated game this Saturday. The matchup showcases two top-ranked teams, with Oregon seeking to maintain their top-ranked status while Illinois seeks to secure their first victory over a top-ranked team since 2007. The game is a significant test for both teams, with …

Drew Allar throws TD, runs for another as No. 7 Penn State beats UCLA 27-11
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Drew Allar throws TD, runs for another as No. 7 Penn State beats UCLA 27-11

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Playing without star running back Nick Singleton, Tyler Warren caught a touchdown pass in the last minute of the first half and Kaytron Allen ran one in from 1-yard out in the third quarter. Ryan Barker made two field goals and the Penn State defense turned …

No. 7 Penn State looks to keep momentum rolling in matchup with struggling UCLA
3 months ago

No. 7 Penn State looks to keep momentum rolling in matchup with struggling UCLA

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! KEY MATCHUP UCLA’s offensive line vs. Penn State’s front four. The Bruins throw the ball more than they run it so there could be plenty of opportunities for the handful of players who rotate along Penn State’s defensive line. They’ll need his physicality against an aggressive …

No. 7 Oregon beats Boise State 37-34 on last-second field goal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

No. 7 Oregon beats Boise State 37-34 on last-second field goal

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “And then you go through adversity and you find a way to win.” Ashton Jeanty ran for 192 yards and three touchdowns for Boise State, which went into the game as 18 1/2-point underdogs but nearly pulled off the upset. There’s certainly some things to improve.” …

Ashton Jeanty rushes for school records of six TDs and 267 yards and Boise State wins 56-45
4 months ago

Ashton Jeanty rushes for school records of six TDs and 267 yards and Boise State wins 56-45

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! STATESBORO, Ga. — Ashton Jeanty ran for school records of six touchdowns and 267 yards and Boise State overcame Georgia Southern 56-45 on Saturday in a season opener. He gave Boise State its first points with a 77-yard score and finished his scoring with a 75-yarder …

Penn State tops No. 1 seed Illinois 8-4 for the Illini’s 8th straight loss at the Big Ten Tournament
7 months, 1 week ago

Penn State tops No. 1 seed Illinois 8-4 for the Illini’s 8th straight loss at the Big Ten Tournament

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— Adam Cecere hit a home run and made a highlight catch, J.T. 8 seed Penn State beat top-seeded Illinois 8-4 on Wednesday for the Illini’s eighth straight loss at the Big Ten Tournament. Marr singled in two runs with two outs in the fourth to reach 51 RBIs on the season and give Penn State a 3-0 lead. Cecere …

Caitlin Clark sets NCAA record for 3s in a season as No. 4 Iowa beats Penn State in Big Ten tourney
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark sets NCAA record for 3s in a season as No. 4 Iowa beats Penn State in Big Ten tourney

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark broke the NCAA Division I record for 3-pointers in a season by a woman or man, finishing with 24 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists on a poor shooting night to lead No. But Iowa still had little trouble with Penn State, leading 31-14 after the first quarter with Clark contributing only four free throws. “So …

Penn State hosts No. 12 Illinois following Shannon’s 27-point performance
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Penn State hosts No. 12 Illinois following Shannon’s 27-point performance

Associated Press  

Illinois Fighting Illini at Penn State Nittany Lions University Park, Pennsylvania; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Fighting Illini -7.5; over/under is 157 BOTTOM LINE: No. 12 Illinois takes on the Penn State Nittany Lions after Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 27 points in Illinois’ 85-80 win over the Maryland Terrapins. Penn State averages 74.8 points per game, 4.1 more …

Big Ten’s No. 10 Penn State to have top-ranked defense tested by SEC’s No. 11 Ole Miss in Peach Bowl
1 year ago

Big Ten’s No. 10 Penn State to have top-ranked defense tested by SEC’s No. 11 Ole Miss in Peach Bowl

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! WHAT’S AT STAKE Penn State is looking to complete its list of wins in all of the New Year’s Six bowl games. KEY MATCHUP Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart vs. Penn State’s No. FACTS & FIGURES This will be Penn State’s first Peach Bowl appearance.. Penn …

No. 11 Penn State closes season with 42-0 win over Michigan State, awaits New Year’s Six bowl bid
1 year, 1 month ago

No. 11 Penn State closes season with 42-0 win over Michigan State, awaits New Year’s Six bowl bid

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! DETROIT — Coach James Franklin is pleased Penn State posted another double-digit win season, even though it fell short in matchups with the Big Ten’s best two teams. Penn State had 586 yards of offense in a game they controlled from the start, setting up the …

No. 10 Penn State gets long TD pass late from Allar to Lambert-Smith and escapes 33-24 vs. Indiana
1 year, 2 months ago

No. 10 Penn State gets long TD pass late from Allar to Lambert-Smith and escapes 33-24 vs. Indiana

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 10 Penn State’s defense forced a late safety to beat Indiana 33-24 on Saturday. Penn State’s sophomore quarterback came up big after making a huge mistake that cost the Nittany Lions the lead. The Hoosiers opened the scoring when wideout DeQuece Carter slipped past Penn State’s …

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Franklin, Penn State still chasing elite; Big 12 race takes twist; UVA's upset
1 year, 2 months ago

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Franklin, Penn State still chasing elite; Big 12 race takes twist; UVA's upset

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Penn State is still chasing elite under coach James Franklin. Two years removed from Franklin’s only victory against Ohio State and Big Ten title, he made a comment that still hangs over his program. Against an Ohio State defense that is every bit as formidable as Penn State’s — and maybe not getting as much credit as it deserves —the …

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Franklin, Penn State still chasing elite; Big 12 race takes twist; UVA’s upset
1 year, 2 months ago

AP Top 25 Takeaways: Franklin, Penn State still chasing elite; Big 12 race takes twist; UVA’s upset

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Two years removed from Franklin’s only victory against Ohio State and Big Ten title, he made a comment that still hangs over his program. Against an Ohio State defense that is every bit as formidable as Penn State’s — and maybe not getting as much credit …

Allar tosses TD pass, runs for another score as No. 6 Penn State beats Northwestern 41-13
1 year, 3 months ago

Allar tosses TD pass, runs for another score as No. 6 Penn State beats Northwestern 41-13

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Let’s play really well in the second half.” Penn State did just that, outscoring the Wildcats 31-3 over the final two quarters. He scored from the 1 on Penn State’s first possession of the second half and threw a 2-yard TD to Nick Singleton in the …

No. 7 Penn State ready for gritty battle against No. 24 Iowa
1 year, 3 months ago

No. 7 Penn State ready for gritty battle against No. 24 Iowa

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “It’s funny in conference play, sometimes some teams match up that way and some don’t,” Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said. They’re going to be in the spots they need to be in,” Penn State quarterback Drew Allar said. “It’s been very obvious that over the first …

No. 7 Penn State defense gets five takeaways and pulls away from Illinois in 30-13 victory
1 year, 3 months ago

No. 7 Penn State defense gets five takeaways and pulls away from Illinois in 30-13 victory

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “We didn’t give Luke a good enough game plan to be successful,” said Illinois coach Bret Bielema. “What I didn’t like were his early down interceptions, especially on our first drive of the second half.” Penn State took the ball away three times in the first …

Drew Allar shines in No. 7 Penn State’s opening 38-15 victory over West Virginia
1 year, 4 months ago

Drew Allar shines in No. 7 Penn State’s opening 38-15 victory over West Virginia

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 7 Penn State beat West Virginia 38-15 on Saturday night in their season opener. Singleton powered in from two yards out to give his team the lead for good two possessions later and Allar and his receivers helped Penn State pull away. He mimed a crisp …

Holmes helps No. 4 Indiana women beat Penn State 67-58
2 years ago

Holmes helps No. 4 Indiana women beat Penn State 67-58

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Mackenzie Holmes had 18 points and 10 rebounds to help No. 4 Indiana beat Penn State 67-58 on Thursday night. Overall Penn State forced 12 first-half turnovers against a team that came in averaging just 11 per game. “Obviously, I thought we played a great first half, defensively really locked down and had composure to kind …

No. 14 Penn State looks for another win over Maryland
2 years, 1 month ago

No. 14 Penn State looks for another win over Maryland

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Penn State wants to continue that trend, especially since it hasn’t yet achieved what coach James Franklin would call a “signature win.” After losing to Michigan and Ohio State, the Nittany Lions also lost out on a chance to compete for a Big Ten title. “It’s …

Freshman backs power No. 22 Penn State past Auburn, 41-12
2 years, 3 months ago

Freshman backs power No. 22 Penn State past Auburn, 41-12

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The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “We also have some dynamic backs that can help create some explosive plays.” The Penn State defense forced four turnovers by Auburn and also held Tigers star running back Tank Bigsby to 39 rushing yards. There’s still a lot of football to play.” A HISTORIC STATE-MENT …

Jefferson leads No. 22 Arkansas over Penn State 24-10
3 years ago

Jefferson leads No. 22 Arkansas over Penn State 24-10

Associated Press  

TAMPA, Fla. — Arkansas football is on the rise. “I thought our guys played extremely hard but we didn’t play well enough, obviously, to win the game,” Penn State coach James Franklin said, Jefferson ran 20 times while completing 14 of 19 passes. Penn State was without leading receiver Jahan Dotson; defensive end Arnold Ebiketie and tackle Derrick Tangelo; safety …

No. 4 Penn State at No. 3 Iowa sets up as a day for defenses
3 years, 2 months ago

No. 4 Penn State at No. 3 Iowa sets up as a day for defenses

Associated Press  

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The last time Penn State and Iowa met at Kinnick Stadium, both were among the top three teams in the nation in scoring defense and the Nittany Lions won 17-12. “I think everybody knows that’s the story line in this game,” Penn State coach James Franklin said. It helps offensive statistics because they create short fields …

No. 4 Penn State beats Indiana 24-0 with strong defense
3 years, 3 months ago

No. 4 Penn State beats Indiana 24-0 with strong defense

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STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Penn State defenders get excited when they’re asked to defend short fields these days. Penn State forced eight punts, two turnovers and blocked a field goal to lift the Nittany Lions to a 24-0 victory over Indiana on Saturday. Raheem Layne intercepted Clifford’s pass in Penn State territory on the Nittany Lions’ next possession. We have …

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