Drew Allar Returning to Penn State for 2025 Season
Allar Stays, Pribula Goes: Penn State QB Drama Unfolds Amid Playoff Run
State College, PA – penn State quarterback Drew Allar has decided to return for his senior season in 2025, forgoing the 2025 NFL Draft, according to ESPN’s Pete thamel. This news comes amidst a whirlwind of quarterback decisions for the Nittany Lions, who are currently preparing for their College Football Playoff opener against SMU this Saturday.
Allar’s decision is a major boost for Penn State, who are looking to build on their remarkable 2024 season that culminated in a CFP berth. The 21-5 starter has been a key figure in the team’s success, throwing for 50 touchdowns and boasting an impressive QBR of 81.7.
“Sources: Penn State star quarterback Drew Allar has informed the school’s coaching staff of his intention to return to school for his senior year in 2025,” Thamel wrote. “Allar is 21-5 as a Penn State starter and would loom as one of the faces of college football in 2025.”
However, Allar’s return comes on the heels of backup quarterback Beau Pribula’s decision to enter the transfer portal.Pribula, who cited an “impossible decision” due to the timing of the portal opening during the playoffs, will not finish the season with the team.
This situation has sparked criticism of the NCAA’s transfer portal rules. Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt took to social media to express his frustration.
“The NCAA has built an incredibly flawed system that is impossible to navigate for these young men,” Klatt wrote. “The fact that we have an open XFR Portal while the season is still happening is crazy. We have to fix this!”
the Nittany Lions now face the challenge of navigating the playoffs without Pribula, relying heavily on Allar’s leadership and talent. Kickoff against SMU is set for noon ET on TNT. A victory would send Penn State to the quarterfinals to face mountain West champion Boise State.
Allar Stays, Pribula Goes: Penn State QB Drama Unfolds Amid Playoff Run
State College, PA – Penn State quarterback Drew Allar has decided to return for his senior season in 2025, forgoing the 2025 NFL Draft, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. This news comes amidst a whirlwind of quarterback decisions for the Nittany Lions, who are currently preparing for their College Football Playoff opener against SMU this Saturday.
Allar’s decision is a major boost for Penn State, who are looking to build on their remarkable 2024 season that culminated in a CFP berth. The 21-5starter has been a key figure in the team’s success, throwing for 50 touchdowns and boasting an notable QBR of 81.7.
“Sources: Penn State star quarterback Drew Allar has informed the school’s coaching staff of his intention to return to school for his senior year in 2025,” Thamel wrote. “Allar is 21-5 as a Penn State starter and would loom as one of the faces of college football in 2025.”
Though, Allar’s return comes on the heels of backup quarterback Beau Pribula’s decision to enter the transfer portal. Pribula, who cited an “impossible decision” due to the timing of the portal opening during the playoffs, will not finish the season with the team.
This situation has sparked criticism of the NCAA’s transfer portal rules. Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt took to social media to express his frustration.
“The NCAA has built an incredibly flawed system that is impossible to navigate for these young men,” Klatt wrote. “The fact that we have an open XFR Portal while the season is still happening is crazy. We have to fix this!”
The Nittany Lions now face the challenge of navigating the playoffs without Pribula, relying heavily on Allar’s leadership and talent. Kickoff against SMU is set for noon ET on TNT. A victory would send Penn State to the quarterfinals to face Mountain West champion Boise State.