The Nittany Lions are allowing just 16.7 points per game in 2021, ranking 10th in the country and fourth in the Big Ten. Penn State is allowing opponents only a 64.7 conversion rate in the red zone this season, ranking sixth in the country and leading the Big Ten. In 34 opponent red zone trips, Penn State has held opposing teams without a score on 12 possessions. Penn State has held its opponents to a 29.41 touchdown conversion percentage in the red zone, marking the third-best in the country (34 attempts, 10 touchdowns). The Nittany Lions’ 12 red zone stops are the most among Power Five teams and tied for the FBS lead with Cincinnati, Florida Atlantic and UTEP. Penn State has allowed just six passing touchdowns this season, tied for fifth in the country.
