It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Happy Valley. Penn State hosts its annual “White Out” game in a top-25 matchup against Iowa.
Drew Allar, quarterback for the seventh-ranked Nittany Lions, had a less-than-stellar performance in Penn State’s recent win over Illinois. He completed less than 50 percent of his passes and was unable to score a touchdown. However, it was the sophomore’s first away-game start and his third overall, so Penn State isn’t too concerned. How Allar steps up against 24th-ranked Iowa will be a better testament to his abilities behind center.
Cade McNamara leads the Hawkeyes this year after three seasons at Michigan. Like Allar, he comes off his recent game completing less than 50 percent of his passes. For McNamara, it was against Western Michigan and his third time in his career he’s completed less than half his attempts. He has yet to reach 200 yards in a single game this season. Not helping his case is injury to tight end Luke Lachey, who will miss the foreseeable future after ankle surgery. Running backs Kaleb Johnson and Jaziun Patterson will not see the field against Penn State either. Look for Leshon Williams, who leads the team with 164 rushing yards, to pick up a bulk of the carries.
To pull off the upset, the Hawkeyes need to take advantage of their run game. Penn State’s rush defense ranks 34th in the nation, offering a opportunity for Iowa to break down its opponent.
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While the Nittany Lions have won three-straight White Out games, Iowa took the victory last time the two met in 2021 with a come-from-behind 23-20 win. This Big Ten rivalry is known for close results, as four of their last five matchups were decided by a single possession.
Penn State vs. Iowa score
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Penn State vs. Iowa updates, highlights from White Out game
7:33 p.m. – With just a few minutes until kickoff, Beaver Stadium is already wild. It’ll be a tough hill to climb in this environment for Iowa, especially with three of its most impactful offensive player out tonight.
6:57 p.m. – Penn State and Iowa didn’t meet last year, but the Hawkeyes took the previous two victories. While the 2020 game did not allow fans, the Hawkeyes still entered Happy Valley and left, well, happy. This time, Beaver Stadium will be loud, packed to the brim for the school’s annual White Out game. Can they upset the No. 7 team at home again?
6:30 p.m. – The Nittany Lions have entered the chat.
it’s a little bit drippy💧🥶 pic.twitter.com/ihTdZOpIQm
— Penn State Football (@PennStateFball) September 23, 2023
How to watch Penn State vs. Iowa
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 23
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Beaver Stadium, University Park, Pa.
- TV channel: CBS
- Live stream: Paramount+, Fubo
The Big Ten rivalry kicks off from Happy Valley at 7:30 p.m. ET. Penn State’s annual “White Out” game, it can be watched on CBS Sports or live streamed on Fubo, which offers a free trial.