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Penn State Scores First Touchdown, Leads SMU By Three Scores

Michigan acting head coach Sherrone Moore celebrates a touchdown against Penn State during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in State College, Pa. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)

During the latest college football game, Penn State managed to secure their first touchdown of the match against SMU. The Nittany Lions took a commanding lead of 14-0, courtesy of two pick-sixes, before their offense successfully drove down the field to extend their advantage.

Kaytron Allen, a junior player for Penn State, made a significant impact by scoring a touchdown after a nine-play, 75-yard drive. Allen's impressive 25-yard dash to the endzone not only increased Penn State's lead but also put the Mustangs in a challenging position as the game neared halftime.

With Penn State holding a three-score lead, SMU faced an uphill battle to turn the tide in their favor. The pressure was on the Mustangs to find a way to put points on the board before halftime to keep their hopes alive for a comeback in the second half.

As the game unfolded, it became evident that SMU needed to regroup and come up with a strategic plan to counter Penn State's strong performance. The Nittany Lions' solid defense and effective offense had put them in a favorable position, leaving SMU with the task of breaking through their opponent's dominance.

Heading into halftime, the momentum was clearly in Penn State's favor, but college football is known for its unpredictability, and SMU still had a chance to turn things around in the remaining quarters of the game. The pressure was on both teams to execute their game plans effectively and make the necessary adjustments to secure a victory.

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