Rocco Becht leads Penn State to season-opening victory over Marshall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 1:50 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Penn State defeated Marshall 45-0 in the season opener at home, marking the first game under head coach Matt Campbell. Quarterback Rocco Becht anchored the offense with 271 passing yards and four touchdowns to four different receivers. While the passing attack performed well, the team struggled to generate momentum on the ground, finishing with limited rushing production during the first half. Carson Hansen eventually led the team with 48 rushing yards as reserves saw action late in the game. Campbell praised Becht’s ability to distribute the ball under pressure throughout the contest. Penn State now prepares for its first road game against Temple in Philadelphia on Saturday, Sept. 12.
- •Penn State beat Marshall 45-0 in the season opener.
- •Rocco Becht threw for 271 yards and four touchdowns.
- •Koby Howard led all receivers with 161 yards.
- •Penn State travels to face Temple on Sept. 12.
- 1:50 PMYahoo Sports — Matt Campbell praises QB Rocco Becht after Penn State debut
"Rocco Becht showed exactly why Matt Campbell wanted to bring his former Iowa State quarterback with him to Happy Valley.
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