#25 Penn State 37 Youngstown State 3
I did not attend this game or watch it live, however, I have thus far seen the first half, courtesy of dl004d, who was kind enough to tape it for me. It proves to be a good test of my love of Penn State football, because I was able to watch a game despite knowning the final score and Mike Tomsczak providing color commentary.
In the end, the game provided little insight other than the Lions are fast in the skill positions.
Wallace fires … PSU erupts – Patriot-News
Boxscore – ESPN
Nittany Lions Put Penguins into Deep Freeze, 37-3 – Intercollegiate Athletics (includes quotes, photos, stats, etc.)
Penn State Football Story video
OFFENSE
They ran for 389 yards. Tony Hunt had over 100 of them. Even aganist a D-IAA team that is an impressive number. There is hope.
QB Anthony Morelli was sloppy and Joe Paterno was annoyed. Hopefully it was an abberation (I think it was).
DEFENSE
The defense held the Penguins in check for the first half and the second. Sadly, they could not register the shutout. Paul Pozluszny played better and will be cleared to play without a knee brace by week 5, but don’t be surprised if it comes off next week in Columbus.
SPECIAL TEAMS
A missed field goal, an illegal block on a big punt return marred the overall improvement. Kevin Kelly’s kickoffs were rarely returnable. Things are looking up, but still not good enough.
OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE GAME
Tony Hunt’s 100+ yards are a good sign, but Frosh A.J. Wallace was provided the big 2nd quarter run that woke up the team, so he gets the honor.
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE GAME
Posluszny , in a new knee brace, gets the honor for eight tackles and a QB pressure that became an interception. Good to have you back Pos.
SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE GAME
Patrick Weber (longsnapper) and Kevin Shuey (holder) share the honor for improving upon the dreadful Alford-Ganter combination.