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Syracuse at Penn State
Aug 31, 2013 • Completed • Neutral Site
Away
Syracuse
ACC

Final Score
17 - 23

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Game Story
Penn State holds off Syracuse 23-17
Penn State finished ahead of Syracuse 23-17 on Aug 31, 2013 at neutral site. The result came in week 1 of the 2013 season.
Penn State finished ahead of Syracuse 23-17 on Aug 31, 2013 at neutral site. The result came in week 1 of the 2013 season.
Penn State built the decisive edge with a 6-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Penn State 353; Syracuse 260. Another key split was passing yards: Penn State 296; Syracuse 189.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Penn State 353; Syracuse 260
Passing yards
Penn State 296; Syracuse 189
Rushing yards
Penn State 57; Syracuse 71
Turnovers
Penn State 4; Syracuse 3
First downs
Penn State 14; Syracuse 11
Possession time
Penn State 30:32; Syracuse 28:53
Third downs
Penn State 1-16; Syracuse 6-20
Completions-attempts
Penn State 23-32; Syracuse 16-37
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Penn State | Syracuse |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 353 | 260 |
| Passing Yards | 296 | 189 |
| Rushing Yards | 57 | 71 |
| First Downs | 14 | 11 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 1-16 | 6-20 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 2-2 | 0-2 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 4-20 | 8-70 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 3 |
| Completions / Attempts | 23-32 | 16-37 |
| Rushing Attempts | 38 | 37 |
| Passing TDs | 2 | 0 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 2 |
| Kicking Points | 11 | 5 |
| Possession Time | 30:32 | 28:53 |