
The defense allowed 30 points, but the only statistic that matters is the "W" in the win/loss column. Bob Shoop's defense wasn't perfect against Maryland, but made the necessary plays to ensure a victory.

It wasn't pretty, but Penn State found a way to put a "W" in the win/loss column with a gritty 31-30 victory over Maryland.

Stay up to date with the Nittany Lions as they square off against Maryland at M&T Bank Stadium.

Former defensive standouts Michael Mauti and Cameron Wake made headlines with their impressive play this past week, and were awarded accordingly. Mauti captured NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors after his blocked punt touchdown, and Wake earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week honors after his four sack, two forced fumble performance.

Pitt Head Coach Pat Narduzzi voiced his opinion on the highly-debated case of embattled Penn State offensive coodrinator John Donovan, throwing some subliminal shade his way in the process.