Drew Allar threw for two touchdowns and ran for another TD, while Penn State’s defense tightened up after a difficult first half to lead the No. 8 Nittany Lions to a 34-27 victory over Bowling Green on Saturday.
Nick Singleton scored two touchdowns, Omari Evans caught a touchdown pass, and Sander Sahaydak kicked two field goals for the Nittany Lions (2-0). Penn State trailed at halftime after their worst defensive start in years.
The Nittany Lions only allowed 24 or more points twice in the regular season last year, but they struggled to stop the Falcons early on Saturday. Led by quarterback Connor Bazelak, Bowling Green scored on four of its six first-half possessions to take a 24-20 lead, prompting home fans to boo the Nittany Lions off the field.
