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2-0, 2nd in Big Ten - East
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PSU's Franklin: Win over Pitt 'like beating Akron'

Penn State coach James Franklin may have added some fuel to a once-heated rivalry, saying the Nittany Lions' win over old foe Pitt on Saturday "was just like beating Akron."

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Franklin: Beating Pitt is like 'beating Akron' (0:53)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

Saquon Barkley on all three phases contributing to a win at Penn State today: "It was beautiful. It's like a musical."

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Penn State rolls past Pittsburgh (0:48)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

James Franklin on beating Pitt: "Last year for their win it was like the Super Bowl. For us this was just like beating Akron."

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Saquon Barkley shines against Pittsburgh (1:47)
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Barkley praises strong defense (1:13)
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Penn State pushes Pittsburgh back for safety (0:44)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

Penn State isn't exactly spreading the wealth today. Through more than three quarters only four players (McSorley, Barkley, Gesicki and Hamilton) have multiple touches on offense. Then again, that's a pretty good foursome.

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Pittsburgh cuts into Penn State's lead (0:32)

Adam Rittenberg ESPN Staff Writer 

Penn State's average scoring drive today has taken just 1 minute 22 seconds. The quick-strike ability is great, but you have to wonder if the Lions' defense will wear down against better competition if the offense doesn't stay on the field a little longer.

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Barkley 'lowers the boom' for the TD (0:54)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

Shareef Miller's second sack of the day to force a punt is a good sign for Penn State. One of the biggest question marks heading into the season was how they would replace one of the Big Ten's best pass rushes. Miller looks like a good answer.

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Barkley shows off speed with TD catch-and-run (0:42)
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Narduzzi praises defense for stifling PSU (0:58)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

Pitt's offense ran 46 plays and controlled the clock for most of the first half (21:51 time of possession), but was unable to get into the end zone. Two 15-play drives resulted in a punt and a field goal for the Panthers.

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Penn State's defense forces second INT (0:34)
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McSorley and Gesicki connect for second TD (0:29)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

Penn State tight end Mike Gesicki has eight catches so far this season and four touchdowns. He's scored on both of his receptions during the first quarter against Pitt.

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Penn State on the board quickly (0:25)

Dan Murphy ESPN Staff Writer 

Penn State's high-powered offense needed one play and four seconds to get on the scoreboard. The Nittany Lions cash in on a long interception return from Grant Haley to get a quick 7-0 lead over Pitt.

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Penn State's defense starts strong (0:42)
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Penn State fans hold wedding reception at tailgate (1:00)

Team Stats

Passing Yards322.025th
Rushing Yards247.030th
Points For52.0Tied-18th
Points Against0.0Tied-1st

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