Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 2024 Week 13 Recap

Quick answer

Penn State Nittany Lions defeated Minnesota Golden Gophers 26–25 in Week 13, 2024. Final score: Penn State Nittany Lions 26, Minnesota Golden Gophers 25.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Penn State Nittany Lions	0	15	6	3	26
Minnesota Golden Gophers	6	9	3	3	25

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Drew Allar (Penn State) — 223.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.04 EPA/play +1.32 EPA
• Max Brosmer (Minnesota) — 200.0 yds · 1 TD · +0.01 EPA/play +0.28 EPA

Rushing

• Darius Taylor (Minnesota) — 58.0 yds -0.16 EPA
• Nicholas Singleton (Penn State) — 63.0 yds · 1 TD +0.04 EPA
• Marcus Major (Minnesota) — 37.0 yds · 1 TD -0.02 EPA

Receiving

• Tyler Warren (Penn State) — 8 rec · 102.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• Daniel Jackson (Minnesota) — 6 rec · 90.0 yds +1.56 EPA
• Nicholas Singleton (Penn State) — 6 rec · 37.0 yds +0.16 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Drew Allar	Penn State	30	70.0%	223	1	+0.04	+1.32
Max Brosmer	Minnesota	24	62.5%	200	1	+0.01	+0.28

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Penn State	Minnesota
Plays	61	59
EPA / play	+0.036	-0.156
Total EPA	+2.19	-9.18
Success rate	50.8%	42.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.044	+0.012
Rush EPA / play	+0.028	-0.270
Yards	361	310

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Penn State	3	9	-1.41	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	9	70	+5.65	Rush TD
Q1	Penn State	6	21	-0.61	Punt
Q1	Minnesota	3	4	-2.26	Punt
Q1	Penn State	5	5	-5.99	Ended
Q1	Minnesota	6	25	-1.65	Field goal
Q2	Penn State	5	75	+6.34	Pass TD
Q2	Minnesota	4	41	-5.65	Interception
Q2	Penn State	3	-5	-3.29	Field goal
Q2	Minnesota	8	23	-1.29	Punt
Q2	Penn State	3	4	+0.04	Ended
Q2	Minnesota	1	21	+4.30	Pass TD
Q2	Penn State	6	60	+5.71	Rush TD
Q2	Minnesota	1	-1	-0.24	Ended
Q3	Minnesota	8	46	-0.29	Field goal
Q3	Penn State	7	37	-0.53	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Fumble (-6.58 EPA)
2. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass intercepted (-6.49 EPA)
3. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar pass to Omari Evans for a touchdown (45 yards) (+4.84 EPA)
4. Q2 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass to Jameson Geers for a touchdown (21 yards) (+4.3 EPA)
5. Q1 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar sacked for a loss of 12 yards (4th & 5) (-3.88 EPA)
6. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Max Brosmer pass to Daniel Jackson for 23 yards (3rd & 10) (+3.0 EPA)
7. Q1 · Minnesota Golden Gophers · Marcus Major rushes 20 yards for a touchdown (+2.96 EPA)
8. Q2 · Penn State Nittany Lions · Drew Allar rushes 4 yards for a touchdown (+2.95 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Penn State Nittany Lions controlled the final (26–25) in Week 13.
• Passing edge: Drew Allar (Penn State) — 223.0 yds, 1 TD.
• EPA edge: Penn State at 0.036 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Penn State Nittany Lions vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Penn State Nittany Lions 26, Minnesota Golden Gophers 25 in Week 13 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Penn State Nittany Lions won with a final score of 26–25.

Where can I find the Penn State Nittany Lions vs Minnesota Golden Gophers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401628559.

Who led Penn State Nittany Lions vs Minnesota Golden Gophers in passing?

Drew Allar (Penn State) led passers with 223.0 yards and 1 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Penn State Nittany Lions at Minnesota Golden Gophers in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.