USC vs. Penn State Game Summary

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Game Summary: USC vs. Penn State

Jayden Maiava and No. 19 USC are working hard to secure a vital win away from home against Penn State. The game is scheduled for Saturday at 4:30 p.m. PDT and can be watched on NBC and Peacock.

Fourth Quarter Highlights

USC Defense Limits Penn State to a Field Goal

No. 19 USC leads Penn State 24-23 with 14:52 left in the fourth quarter. On third-and-five at the USC 7, Rocco Becht missed a pass through the end zone. Ryan Barker scored a 26-yard field goal, reducing USC’s lead.

Third Quarter Highlights

Penn State driving as the third quarter ends. Rocco Becht led Penn State to the USC 13 with various passes.
At the end of the third quarter, Becht ran for five yards after the pocket collapsed.
Jayden Maiava directed an efficient USC touchdown drive, concluding with a 13-yard touchdown run by King Miller.
USC attempted an onside kick, which Penn State recovered. This led to Barker’s 35-yard field goal.

Second Quarter Overview

Ryan Barker scored a 48-yard field goal for Penn State as time expired, tying the game at 17 points each.
Miller fumbled but USC recovered, leading to a 37-yard field goal by Caden Chittenden. USC led 17-14.
Penn State’s drive was boosted by a USC penalty, culminating in a 3-yard touchdown by Carson Hansen.
Tanook Hines scored an acrobatic catch for USC, restoring the lead to 14-7.

First Quarter Summary

USC tied with Penn State 7-7 at the end of the quarter, following Penn State’s opening drive score.
Trojans scored first with Trent Mosley’s return and touchdown.
USC punted after a three-and-out drive, giving Penn State field position.
Penn State responded with their own touchdown, tying the score at 7 each.