Penn State football faces mounting pressure as the Nittany Lions prepare for Saturday’s homecoming game against Northwestern, looking to break their first two-game losing streak in four years.
The game is scheduled to start at 3:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FS1. Fans looking to watch this college football game can do so for free by usingDirecTV, which offers a free trial, or FuboTV, which also offers a free trial as well as up to $30 off your first month. SlingTV doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available for streaming the game. HBO Max has movies, original series, live sports and more and can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for $16.99 a month. You can stream ESPN Unlimited on your phone, tablet, smart TV or gaming console, and bundle your plan with NFL+ Premium or with NFL+ Premium, Disney+ and Hulu. Additionally, those with DirecTV, FuboTV or Hulu + Live TV can access ESPN Unlimited through their package.
Northwestern enters the game as significant underdogs but has shown improvement since an early-season loss to Tulane. The Wildcats have won three of their last four games, with quarterback Preston Stone providing more consistent play while the team has reduced self-inflicted mistakes.
Penn State holds significant advantages in several key statistical categories. The Nittany Lions boast a plus-4 turnover margin, ranking 25th nationally, compared to Northwestern’s concerning minus-6 margin that ranks 126th in the FBS. Penn State also averages 38.6 points per game, ranking 20th nationally, while Northwestern manages just 23.6 points per game, good for 95th in the country.
However, Northwestern presents some intriguing matchup advantages. The Wildcats excel on third down, converting 47.8% of their attempts to rank 30th nationally, while Penn State’s defense allows opponents to convert 40% of third downs, ranking just 83rd.
Who: Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern Wildcats
When: 3:30 PM ET, October 11, 2025
Where: Beaver Stadium
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