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Rocco Becht leads Penn State's game-clinching drive against Washington

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:33 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Rocco Becht leads Penn State's game-clinching drive against Washington

Summary

Rocco Becht guided Penn State on a decisive fourth-quarter drive to secure a 28-25 victory over Washington on November 7 at Husky Stadium. After a challenging second half, Becht's calm leadership was pivotal as he steered the Nittany Lions' offense, starting from their own 25-yard line with 7:40 left. Becht ended the game with 240 passing yards and two touchdowns, improving Penn State's record to 4-4 overall and 1-4 in the Big Ten. The win marks an important step in the team's efforts to finish the season strong with five games remaining.

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By the Numbers

•Penn State improves to 4-4 overall and 1-4 in Big Ten play.
•Becht finished with 240 passing yards and two touchdowns.
•Nittany Lions scored 28 points in the first half.
•Becht led a crucial drive late in the fourth quarter.

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11:33 AMYahoo Sports — Penn State relies on Rocco Becht’s poise on game-clinching drive [opinion]

What they're saying

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SEATTLE – Matt Campbell experienced quite a day Saturday at Husky Stadium, starting when longtime Penn State radio analyst Jack Ham had a medical emergency and ending with a gutsy drive by the Nittany Lions. Campbell was visibly shaken about Ham. He was a bit angry when he was asked what it took for the Penn State offense to deliver the game-clinching march in a 28-25 victory over Washington ...
— Yahoo Sports

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