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Penn State at Illinois
Sep 29, 2012 • Completed
Away
Penn State
Big Ten

Final Score
35 - 7

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Game Conditions
Humidity
57%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Penn State routs Illinois 35-7
Penn State finished ahead of Illinois 35-7 on Sep 29, 2012. The result came in week 5 of the 2012 season.
Penn State finished ahead of Illinois 35-7 on Sep 29, 2012. The result came in week 5 of the 2012 season.
Penn State built the decisive edge with a 28-point margin, turning the box score into a comfortable win.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Penn State 384; Illinois 366. Another key split was passing yards: Penn State 211; Illinois 292.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Penn State 384; Illinois 366
Passing yards
Penn State 211; Illinois 292
Rushing yards
Penn State 173; Illinois 74
Turnovers
Penn State 0; Illinois 3
First downs
Penn State 23; Illinois 17
Possession time
Penn State 32:55; Illinois 26:44
Third downs
Penn State 6-15; Illinois 4-15
Completions-attempts
Penn State 18-30; Illinois 29-47
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Illinois | Penn State |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 366 | 384 |
| Passing Yards | 292 | 211 |
| Rushing Yards | 74 | 173 |
| First Downs | 17 | 23 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 4-15 | 6-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 1-3 | 1-4 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 8-69 | 2-17 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Completions / Attempts | 29-47 | 18-30 |
| Rushing Attempts | 22 | 52 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 1 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 4 |
| Kicking Points | 1 | 5 |
| Possession Time | 26:44 | 32:55 |