Wisconsin Badgers upset No. 13 Penn State 24-20 in road comeback

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The Wisconsin Badgers secured a significant 24-20 road upset against No. 13 Penn State at Beaver Stadium, marking their first ranked road victory since 2021 and their first win at the venue since 2003.

Despite Penn State holding an early 17-0 lead, Wisconsin orchestrated a comeback fueled by defensive plays, including a pick-six. The game was decided in the final minutes when Wisconsin tight end Jacob Harris caught a 72-yard touchdown pass. Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell noted the importance of the win while cautioning his team against complacency as they move into Big Ten conference play.

Penn State’s loss ended their winning streak and removed them from the AP Top 25. Analysts pointed to the Nittany Lions' inability to convert defensive pressure into sacks and a struggling offense—which scored only one touchdown on 13 drives—as key factors in the defeat. Penn State will look to rebound in their next matchup against Northwestern.