Penn State Falls 30-24 in Double Overtime to Oregon

Penn State Falls to Oregon in Double Overtime Thriller

Penn State faced a tough challenge on Saturday night as they fell 30-24 to No. 6 Oregon in a dramatic double overtime game at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions, ranked No. 3, showed resilience by rallying from a two-touchdown deficit, but ultimately came up short against the Ducks.

The game was played in front of a White Out crowd of 111,015, marking the second-largest attendance in stadium history. Despite the support, Penn State’s record under head coach James Franklin against AP top 25 teams dropped to 4-21 following the loss.

A Struggling Offense and a Strong Defensive Effort

Penn State struggled offensively for much of the game, especially through the first three quarters. They trailed 17-3 with just over 12 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. However, the Nittany Lions managed to score 14 points in the final minutes of regulation, setting up a tense overtime showdown.

Senior quarterback Drew Allar had a difficult night, completing 14 of 25 passes for 137 yards and one touchdown, while also rushing for 42 yards. Kaytron Allen led the ground game with 12 carries for 54 yards and a touchdown. Despite his efforts, Allar's performance was marred by an interception in the second overtime that sealed the game.

On the other side, Oregon’s quarterback Dante Moore put on a strong showing, completing 29 of 39 passes for 248 yards and three touchdowns. The Ducks outgained Penn State 424-276, showcasing their offensive dominance throughout the game.

Linebacker Amare Campbell led the Penn State defense with 15 tackles, but the unit struggled to contain Oregon’s high-powered attack.

Game Highlights and Key Moments

First Quarter

Oregon controlled the ball for most of the first quarter, but failed to score despite holding the ball for nearly 10 minutes. Penn State’s offense was largely ineffective until the final two minutes of the period. A key third-down conversion by Drew Allar and Nick Singleton helped the Nittany Lions move into field goal range, but they were unable to capitalize.

Second Quarter

Penn State took a 3-0 lead after a 49-yard field goal by Ryan Barker. Oregon responded with a 42-yard field goal to tie the game at 3-3. Both teams went into halftime tied at 3-3, with Oregon outgaining Penn State 189-69 and controlling possession for 19 of the first 30 minutes.

Third Quarter

Oregon began to find its rhythm in the second half, taking a 10-3 lead after a 7-yard scoring run by Dierre Hill. Penn State continued to struggle offensively, but the Ducks extended their lead to 17-3 after a touchdown by Jordon Davison.

Fourth Quarter

Penn State made a late push, scoring two touchdowns in less than two minutes to tie the game at 17-17. Luke Reynolds caught a 35-yard touchdown pass from Allar, and Trebor Peña scored on a 7-yard reception. With 30 seconds left, the Nittany Lions tied the game, sending it to overtime.

Overtime Drama

In the first overtime, Penn State took a 24-17 lead after a strong ground game and a successful extra point. Oregon responded with a touchdown and a successful kick, tying the game at 24-24.

In the second overtime, Oregon took the lead with a 25-yard touchdown pass from Moore to Bryant. Penn State had a chance to win, but Allar threw an interception to Dillion Thieneman, ending the game.

Looking Ahead

Penn State will now face UCLA next weekend at 3:30 p.m. EDT on CBS. The loss marks another tough setback for the Nittany Lions, who continue to battle against top-ranked opponents.