Penn State Defeats Nevada by 35 Points in Season Opener, Continuing Strong Record in Home Openers

Penn State defeats Nevada by 35 points in season opener, continuing strong record in home openers

Kickoff between the Florida International University Panthers and the Nittany Lions is set for noon on Saturday, with Penn State currently favored by 43.5 points

What they’re saying about Penn State football after dominant Week 1 win

After months of buildup to the 2025 season, Penn State quickly and thoroughly beat down Nevada in the season opener, proving its place among the nation’s top teams.

HUGE Week 1 Statements: Ohio State Downs Texas, Penn State Dominates Nevada & More

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Penn State Football's Post-Nevada Report Card

1-0. Penn State football handled Nevada in a convincing fashion in its season-opening win over the Wolf Pack. Despite the win, James Franklin noted a variety of things that the team can do better as the Nittany Lions head into week two. Here’s a quick review of how every position group fared on Saturday. Quarterbacks: A Drew Allar opened his senior season with an extremely solid outing, going 22-for-26, 217 yards, and a touchdown. He tied his se…

Linebacker Amare Campbell an Unsung Standout in Penn State’s Win Over Nevada

With the spotlight focused heavily on Penn State’s three transfer wide receivers, a defensive transfer pieced together a strong season opener. Linebacker Amare Campbell, a recent addition from North Carolina, delivered a standout performance in Penn State’s commanding 46-11 victory over Nevada, proving himself a vital cog in defensive coordinator Jim Knowles’ intricate scheme. “I did a good job,” Campbell said. “I feel like there's a lot for me …