In a competitive matchup, Arizona's James Conner demonstrated his importance to the team with 50 rushing yards and a touchdown, alongside 33 receiving yards in a 34-28 loss to the Bills. Conner was heavily involved in the offense, taking the majority of touches and scoring a two-point conversion that narrowed the gap in the second half. Meanwhile, Penn State's quarterback Drew Allar showcased his skills by throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for another, leading the Nittany Lions to a 34-27 victory over Bowling Green. Despite a shaky first half where the defense allowed 24 points, Penn State rebounded with a strong second-half performance, highlighted by Allar's effective play and Nick Singleton's two touchdowns. Bowling Green's Connor Bazelak put up a commendable fight, completing 25 of 35 passes for 254 yards, keeping the game competitive until the final moments. Both Conner and Allar's performances underscore their roles as pivotal players for their respective teams heading into the next games.