The clash against the Buckeyes was also the most-watched game of the day by a landslide.
The Nittany Lions fell three spots following their defeat at the hands of Ohio State on Saturday.
Penn State came out on top in at least one thing against Ohio State this weekend.
"We battled. That's who we are, that's really who we have been for six years, and that's how my teams have been for nine years."
James Franklin said that Clifford could've returned to Saturday's game, but he elected to keep him out because of Will Levis' strong play and Clifford's lack of mobility due to injury.
Ohio State wrapped up the Big Ten East with its victory over No. 8 Penn State on Saturday.