Allar sidelined for the season as PSU’s losing streak extends to three games

The college football landscape has taken a notable turn with the injury of Drew Allar, who has been sidelined for the season. This unfortunate event compounds the troubles for Penn State University (PSU), which has now extended its losing streak to three games. The Nittany Lions suffered a narrow 22-21 loss at home against Northwestern.

Drew Allar’s Season Comes to a Halt

During a critical moment in the fourth quarter, Allar attempted to scramble for a first down but was met by two defenders. Subsequently, he injured his left leg and required assistance to leave the field, eventually being carted to the locker room. Coach James Franklin confirmed that this injury will keep Allar from participating for the remainder of the season.

Eligibility Concerns for Allar

As Allar has played more than four games each year for the last four seasons, he will not have any remaining eligibility. Any potential extension of his career would depend on changes to NCAA eligibility rules. He had considered an early exit to the NFL after leading PSU to the College Football Playoff semifinals, but opted to return in hopes of enhancing his draft prospects and competing for a national championship.

Penn State’s Disappointing Season

The Nittany Lions began this season with the expectation of success, holding the No. 2 ranking in the polls and Allar being a strong contender for the Heisman Trophy. However, the season has rapidly devolved, marked by historic losses. PSU became the first FBS team since 1978 to lose consecutive games as 20-point favorites.

• Recent scores:
  • Lost to Northwestern: 22-21
  • Lost to UCLA: 42-37

Following their disappointing performances, questions surrounding Coach Franklin’s job security are emerging. In a recent interview, he acknowledged the team’s struggles and expressed his commitment to resolving the issues at hand.

Upcoming Challenges

As PSU looks to regroup after three consecutive losses in Big Ten play, redshirt freshman Ethan Grunkemeyer is set to step in as the new starting quarterback. With only 11 career passing attempts, Grunkemeyer faces a significant challenge ahead.

The Nittany Lions will be looking to turn their fortunes around next Saturday against Iowa. As the season progresses, the focus will remain on the resilience of the team and their ability to bounce back amidst adversity.

Fans are left to wonder if Franklin and the Nittany Lions can recover from this tumultuous stretch and regain their status as a contender in college football.