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Northwestern's New Stadium Roars with Record Rushing Attack
3 Oct
Summary
- Northwestern set season highs with 413 yards rushing and 506 total yards.
- Caleb Komolafe ran for a career-best 188 yards and Joseph Himon II added 162.
- The Wildcats dominated Penn State 34-13 in their new $875 million stadium.
The Wildcats christened their new $875 million Ryan Field with a resounding 34-13 triumph over Penn State on Friday night. Northwestern's offense achieved season highs, amassing 413 rushing yards and 506 total yards, showcasing a dominant ground game. Caleb Komolafe was the standout performer, rushing for a career-best 188 yards and scoring a touchdown. Joseph Himon II also delivered a career-high 162 yards and two touchdowns on just 10 carries, orchestrating the Wildcats' powerful rushing attack.
Northwestern established control early, opening a 10-0 lead in the first quarter and never looking back. The team's performance marked a strong bounce-back effort following a previous tough loss. Meanwhile, Penn State, in their first season under coach Matt Campbell, suffered their second consecutive defeat. Quarterback Rocco Becht passed for 243 yards and a touchdown but was hampered by two interceptions, as the Nittany Lions struggled to keep pace with Northwestern's offensive onslaught.
