Drew Allar has long been tagged as one of those talented QBs who struggle to shine in the biggest moments. His first two years as the Nittany Lions’ starter had a lot of glimpses of it. But for the 2025 season, something feels different. Allar is no longer the quiet quarterback who broke down in tears after Penn State’s crushing loss to OSU in 2023. His HC attests to the same. HC James Franklin also confirms this. “He’s more athletic, he’s faster, he’s more explosive… Same thing from a leadership standpoint. He’s gotten a stronger voice and more comfortable doing that.” This recognition speaks volumes, coming from the head coach. But a leader like Allar also needs a stamp of approval from his fellow teammates.
That’s when Penn State’s offensive line took center stage in a recent CBS Sp