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Northwestern Upsets Penn State with Last-Minute Victory

10/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

Northwestern defeated Penn State 22-21 on October 11, 2025, achieving their first win at Beaver Stadium since 2014.
Head coach David Braun's team relied on a strong running game, with Caleb Komolafe scoring the winning touchdown.
Quarterback Preston Stone completed 17 of 26 passes for 163 yards and a touchdown to Griffin Wilde.
Penn State's Drew Allar suffered a season-ending ankle injury, forcing backup Ethan Grunkemeyer to step in.
The Nittany Lions are now 3-3 overall and 0-3 in the Big Ten, facing pressure ahead of their game against Iowa.

History

Historical Context

Northwestern's last victory over Penn State at Beaver Stadium occurred in 2014, a year when the Nittany Lions finished 7-5 under head coach James Franklin. The recent 2025 win for Northwestern underscores their resurgence, contrasting with Penn State's current struggles at 3-3. This rivalry illustrates the evolving dynamics within the Big Ten Conference, highlighting the significance of leadership and performance in college football.

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Story summary

Northwestern defeated Penn State 22-21 on October 11, 2025, achieving their first win at Beaver Stadium since 2014.
Head coach David Braun's team relied on a strong running game, with Caleb Komolafe scoring the winning touchdown.
Quarterback Preston Stone completed 17 of 26 passes for 163 yards and a touchdown to Griffin Wilde.
Penn State's Drew Allar suffered a season-ending ankle injury, forcing backup Ethan Grunkemeyer to step in.
The Nittany Lions are now 3-3 overall and 0-3 in the Big Ten, facing pressure ahead of their game against Iowa.

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