Ohio State Triumphs Over Penn State in Big Ten Clash

No. 4 Ohio State defeated No. 3 Penn State 20-13 in a thrilling Big Ten matchup, extending their winning streak against the Nittany Lions to eight games. Led by quarterback Will Howard, who threw for 182 yards and two touchdowns, Ohio State overcame an early 10-0 deficit in front of a record crowd of 111,030 at Beaver Stadium. The Buckeyes' defense was instrumental, preventing Penn State from scoring any offensive touchdowns and making a crucial goal-line stand in the final minutes to secure the victory. This win bolsters Ohio State's College Football Playoff hopes and keeps them in contention for the Big Ten Championship. Meanwhile, Penn State's offensive struggles and failure to capitalize in the red zone, including a critical fourth-down incompletion late in the game, contributed to their first loss of the season. Despite the setback, Penn State remains in the Playoff conversation, though their path to the Big Ten title has become more challenging.