Penn State's hopes of a bounce-back game ended in disappointment with a 22-21 loss to Northwestern, marking their third consecutive defeat.
The game saw quarterback Drew Allar carted off with a leg injury, which will keep him out for the remainder of the season, effectively ending his Penn State career.
Restless boos turned to deafening "Fire Franklin" chants at Beaver Stadium
Coach James Franklin was left stunned and motionless during the postgame anthem, as the team's record fell to 3-3, with a 0-3 record in the Big Ten.
Author's summary: Penn State's season takes a turn for the worse with a third straight loss.