Film Room found a new favorite Penn State defender this week. But before we announce the “winner” of such an ignominious fate, prudence demands we rehash the run defense from last Saturday’s blasting of rival Pitt, 51-6, at Heinz Field.
Despite the lopsided score, it certainly felt like a two different games separated by a halftime. After advanced analysis, top scientific experts announced that PSU allowed Pitt to rush for 221 yards on 30 carries in the first half; then PSU allowed just 31 yards on 21 carries in the second half. That’s, you know, unusual. What’s the explanation?