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Penn State Starts Strong, Holds on to Beat Washington 28-25

Penn State built a 28-6 halftime lead before Washington rallied in the second half, but the Nittany Lions sealed the win on the final drive.

  • On Saturday, November 7, 2026, Penn State defeated Washington 28-25 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, securing their second consecutive Big Ten victory.
  • Penn State dominated the first half, building a 28-6 lead behind quarterback Rocco Becht's 193 passing yards and two touchdowns, plus running back Carson Hansen's 12-yard rushing score.
  • Wide receiver Chase Sowell, returning from injury, finished with four catches for 125 yards and a 45-yard touchdown, helping the Nittany Lions gain 414 total yards.
  • Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. led a 19-point second-half surge, narrowing the deficit to 28-25 with 7:40 remaining, but Penn State converted a critical fourth-and-1 to seal the win.
  • Penn State hosts Minnesota at Beaver Stadium on November 14, 2026. Broadcaster Jack Ham was hospitalized Saturday after a 'medical emergency' at Husky Stadium, the university confirmed.
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Penn State builds big lead, holds off Washington for 2nd straight Big Ten win

Rocco Becht passes for two touchdowns and directs game-clinching drive

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