University Park, PA
Sep 28, 2024
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Penn State emerged victorious over Illinois in a ranked Big Ten clash at Beaver Stadium, winning 21-7. The game commenced with Illinois scoring first via a 4-yard touchdown pass from Luke Altmyer to Carson Goda, but Penn State responded quickly with Tyler Warren's 3-yard touchdown run to tie it. The score remained locked through the second quarter as both defenses tightened their grips, highlighted by a significant stop by Penn State when Illinois was poised to score from the 2-yard line.
The second half saw Penn State seize control, beginning with Nicholas Singleton's 4-yard touchdown run in the third quarter to break the deadlock. The Nittany Lions' potent ground game, which accumulated 241 yards overall, continued to assert itself, culminating in Kaytron Allen's 5-yard touchdown in the final quarter to seal the outcome. Illinois' offense, despite a promising start, was encumbered by turnovers and pressure from the Penn State defense, including a critical interception by A.J. Harris that doused any comeback hopes.
Carson Goda (Illinois)
Secured a 4-yard touchdown pass from Luke Altmyer, completing a 75-yard drive on the game's opening possession.
Tyler Warren (Penn State)
Leaped over the line for a 3-yard touchdown to cap an 8-play, 75-yard counter-drive, tying the game at 7-7.
Nicholas Singleton (Penn State)
Finished a methodical 74-yard drive with a 4-yard touchdown run, putting Penn State ahead 14-7.
A.J. Harris (Penn State)
Intercepted Luke Altmyer's pass, nullifying an Illinois possession and maintaining Penn State's lead late in the game.
Kaytron Allen (Penn State)
Concluded an 8-play, 41-yard drive with a decisive 5-yard touchdown run, extending Penn State's lead to 21-7.
Nicholas Singleton (Penn State, RB)
Anchored Penn State's rushing dominance with 19 carries, regularly penetrating Illinois defense for significant gains.
Kaytron Allen (Penn State, RB)
Partnered with Singleton to amass over 100 rushing yards, including a key touchdown that sealed the game.
Luke Altmyer (Illinois, QB)
Completed 16 of 25 passes for 185 yards and one touchdown. Despite pressure, kept the Illini offense competitive early on.
Gabe Jacas (Illinois, DL)
Led the Illini defense with his third sack of the season, contributing significantly to pressuring Penn State's quarterbacks.
Illinois Fighting Illini
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Penn State Nittany Lions
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