Drew Allar is all over social media after game-ending interception vs. Oregon

Jeff Hauser

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Penn State quarterback Drew Allar found himself at the center of sharp criticism following the Nittany Lions’ 30-24 double-overtime loss to Oregon on Saturday night. His final throw was a game-sealing interception on Penn State’s possession in the second overtime. The error axed what had been a comeback attempt against the sixth-ranked Ducks.

Allar’s stat line told the story of the night Penn State. He went 14-of-25 passing for 137 yards and two touchdowns. Both to Devonte Ross, which kept the Nittany Lions alive late. Allar orchestrating a 15-play, nearly seven-minute drive capped by the game-tying score with just 30 seconds left in regulation. But in the unforgiving world of college football, one mistake overshadowed the resilience.

Fans took to social media almost immediately and many pointed out the interception as evidence of Penn State’s offensive struggles against top-tier opponents.

 Some posts called the quarterback “too conservative” and criticized his lack of downfield production, while others noted the pressure of the "white out" atmosphere and Oregon’s defensive speed contributed to the costly decision.

Allar’s ability to rally his team in crunch time and reminding critics that Penn State would not have reached double overtime without his steady hand. His chemistry with Ross, who caught both touchdown passes, was a bright spot on an otherwise uneven night.

For Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff, the focus now turns to shoring up the passing attack as Big Ten play his. Penn State sits at 3-1 (0-1 Big Ten) and must rebound quickly to keep conference championship aspirations intact. Allar knows every throw can define a season.

The loss might be a wakeup call for Penn State, who have dreams of returning to the College Football Playoff. 

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Jeff Hauser

Jeff Hauser is a freelance writer with The Sporting News. He has over twenty years of experience and is a two-time Emmy Award winner, Heisman Trophy and Biletnikoff Award voter. Among the events he has covered are the Super Bowl, College Football Playoff, World Series, World Cup, and WBC Boxing. Hauser is a regular guest on FOX Sports and ESPN Radio. He previously wrote for Sports Illustrated, SB Nation and Athlon Sports.