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Penn State Dominates Nebraska, Keeping Bowl Hopes Alive

11/23/2025

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Penn State Triumphs

Penn State defeated Nebraska 37-10 on Senior Day at Beaver Stadium, improving to 5-6 and keeping bowl eligibility alive ahead of their final game against Rutgers.
Kaytron Allen set a new Penn State career rushing record with 3,954 yards, surpassing Evan Royster.
Nicholas Singleton tied Saquon Barkley’s record for career rushing touchdowns with 43.
The Nittany Lions scored on their first five possessions.
The defense forced multiple turnovers on downs.

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Smith Honors Paterno

Terry Smith, Penn State's interim head coach, honored Joe Paterno by wearing a '409' button during the Nebraska game, the first Paterno tribute in years.
Smith's leadership has revived Penn State, contributing to back-to-back wins.
Kaytron Allen set a program rushing record with 160 yards, while Ethan Grunkemeyer completed 11 of 12 passes.
After the game, players displayed signs urging that Terry Smith be named Penn State's permanent head coach.

History

Historical Context

The Penn State football program's scandal erupted in 2011 when coach Joe Paterno was dismissed amid allegations of child sexual abuse involving former assistant Jerry Sandusky. The NCAA imposed severe sanctions, including a $60 million fine and the vacating of 112 wins. Today, interim coach Terry Smith seeks to restore the program's integrity and success, highlighting the ongoing challenge of rebuilding trust.

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Penn State Triumphs

Penn State defeated Nebraska 37-10 on Senior Day at Beaver Stadium, improving to 5-6 and keeping bowl eligibility alive ahead of their final game against Rutgers.
Kaytron Allen set a new Penn State career rushing record with 3,954 yards, surpassing Evan Royster.
Nicholas Singleton tied Saquon Barkley’s record for career rushing touchdowns with 43.
The Nittany Lions scored on their first five possessions.
The defense forced multiple turnovers on downs.

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