No. 2 Penn State Wins 52-6 Over Villanova Despite Offensive Struggles

Penn State improved to 3-0 with a dominant 52-6 victory over Villanova, showcasing strong performances from both offense and defense. Despite the blowout win, the offense, led by quarterback Drew Allar, struggled to maintain consistent rhythm, especially on third downs and red zone opportunities, settling for multiple field goals instead of touchdowns. Allar completed 209 yards and a touchdown but missed several open receivers, highlighting ongoing execution issues that Coach James Franklin is focused on improving. The defense continued its near-flawless play with key contributions including a 49-yard interception return for a touchdown by Jahmir Joseph and multiple sacks by linebacker Tony Rojas. Running back Nicholas Singleton led scoring with two touchdowns, supported by touchdowns from Kaytron Allen, Trebor Peña, and tight end Joey Schlaffer. As Penn State prepares for a bye week before their high-profile game against No. 4 Oregon, the team aims to enhance its offensive efficiency to compete at a championship level.