Penn State no match for Northwestern in Ryan Field opener
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Key Points:
- Caleb Komolafe rushed for a career-high 188 yards and a touchdown, leading Northwestern to a 34-13 victory over Penn State in the inaugural game at the new Ryan Field stadium.
- Northwestern set season highs with 413 rushing yards and 506 total yards, with Joseph Himon II contributing 162 yards and two touchdowns on 10 carries.
- The Wildcats improved to 3-1 overall and 1-1 in the Big Ten, bouncing back from a previous loss to Indiana, while Penn State fell to 3-2 and 0-2 under new coach Matt Campbell.
- Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht threw for 243 yards and a touchdown but had two interceptions, and the Nittany Lions struggled to find rhythm on both offense and defense.
- The new $875 million Ryan Field seats 35,000 fans and featured a light show, fireworks, and flames before kickoff, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere for Northwestern's win.
