Indiana Stuns Penn State in High-Scoring Big Ten Upset
Indiana pulled off a stunning upset over Penn State, winning 27-24 in a thrilling Week 11 matchup. The Hoosiers scored early and often, with quarterback Feleipe Mendoza leading a potent offensive attack. Mendoza connected with receiver Caden Becker on a 53-yard deep ball in the first quarter before scoring on a rushing touchdown to give Indiana an early 7-0 lead.
Penn State answered with points throughout the contest, with Ethan Grunkemeyer leading the Nittany Lions' passing attack with 219 yards. Trebor Pena led all receivers with 99 yards, including a crucial 43-yard reception in the second quarter that set up a first down.
The game came down to the final moments, with Indiana's Mendoza finding O'Neill Cooper Jr. for a touchdown with just 36 seconds remaining to seal the victory. Nicholas Singleton rushed for 71 yards in the losing effort for Penn State. The win was dramatic throughout, featuring 33 lead changes and keeping both teams in contention until the final play.
AI-generated recap · Jul 31, 2026
| Team | 1Q | 2Q | 3Q | 4Q | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 27 | |
| 0 | 7 | 3 | 14 | 24 |
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| Statistic | Indiana | Penn State |
|---|---|---|
| Passing | 19-31 | 22-31 |
| Pass Yards | 218 | 219 |
| Rush Yards | 108 | 117 |
| Total Yards | 326 | 336 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| 3rd Down | 5-12 | 8-15 |
| Penalties | 5-21 | 5-37 |
| Possession | 30:37 | 29:23 |
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