Penn State Ends Big Ten Skid, Beats Washington

Penn State held on for a 28-25 win at Washington after the Huskies erased much of a 28-6 deficit, scoring 19 points in the second half while the Nittany Lions’ offense went scoreless. Rather than let the comeback repeat earlier late-game collapses, Penn State closed with a 14-play drive that drained the clock and converted a fourth-and-1 to seal the victory. The finish capped a second straight encouraging rushing performance: the Nittany Lions ran for 174 yards against a solid Washington defense, led by Carson Hansen’s 119 yards and a touchdown and Cam Wallace’s 56 yards, including a 46-yard score. Coach Matt Campbell and players credited improved blocking, a clearer rushing foundation and the team’s poise in a tense finish.