A 30-0 is impressive -- Usually. But from my seat I saw major weaknesses in the Penn State Lions offense. For example, unlike previous year where the running backs were cracking open long runs, the last two games they were primarily limited to short gains. Thanks to several 4th down gambles that all worked, the weaknesses were ignored. Where is the blocking to open up holes? Iowa's defense was stingy the entire first 3 quarters. Allen and Singleton could get their 3-4 yards, but falling short after 3 downs is NOT a strength! Come on boys. I don't like the formations at all this year. You don't see the plays as in last 3-5 years. Maybe the plan is to completely rely on Quarterback Drew Allar to dig them out of the hole. He made some fine throws to do so, yet he struggled. When he was replaced in 4th quarter the RUNNING quarterback Pribula came in, he forced Iowa to try to tame his running and they couldn't. So, BOO on the offensive plays which produced far less than the previous offenses would have gained against the same IOWA team. Kudos to Iowa defense for at least getting the running game managed.
But, the highlight was the Lion Defense. Over 9 take-a-ways! I thought Watt had gone back to school and burst in from the end. Good job Lions. Iowa Offense could only hang their heads...beaten thoroughly! Plus, the special teams were fabulous with fumble recoveries and field goals.
I hope two more games before Ohio State and real hard practice will be enough to compete against the Buckeyes. I think the Offensive coaches in particular need to get their act together. And where is Franklin? Can't he see the Offensive problem compared to prior years. Heck he has 2 of the finest running backs both last year and this year and they just aren't producing.
One game at a time -- GO STATE.
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