Christian Hackenberg threw for four touchdowns and 371 yards, as Penn State defeated Boston College, 31-30 in overtime to win the Pinstripe Bowl.
James Franklin said on Friday that Penn State’s offensive line was the most improved unit of pre-bowl practices. He wasn’t lying. After failing to protect Christian Hackenberg throughout the year, en route to allowing over 40 sacks, a Penn State record, the Nittany Lions’ front five consistently provided the space and time the sophomore quarterback needed […]
James Franklin and Boston College's Steve Adazzio spoke with the media a day before the Pinstripe Bowl kicks off. Franklin fielded a variety of questions, ranging from Saturday's opponent to following Joe Paterno's legacy.
Angelo Mangiro grew up attending baseball games in Yankee Stadium. Bob Shoop was Columbia's head coach for three years. They'll return to New York City and Yankee Stadium Saturday for the Pinstripe Bowl.
The Nittany Lions shot 46.9 percent from the field and drilled seven three-pointers en route to a 69-49 victory over Dartmouth. With the win, Penn State notched its 12th victory of the year (and 10th in a row), a Nittany Lion record for most non-conference wins in a single season as the team reached 12-1.
Penn State football players received an early Christmas present: a pile of gifts from the Pinstripe Bowl including an Apple TV, and numerous New Era products.