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Penn State coach Matt Campbell explains what went wrong vs. Michigan

Penn State’s 18–21 loss to Michigan on Saturday marked another frustrating night for the Nittany Lions, who remain winless in their last four Big Ten games. The Wolverines, who had struggled offensively in the first half with zero points and just 80 yards, turned the tide in the second with a dominant 221-yard performance, 174 of which came on the ground.

Michigan’s late-game efficiency—including 21 points in the final 30 minutes—proved decisive, as Penn State’s offense faltered in both execution and turnover management. Head coach Matt Campbell emphasized the need for improvement in two key areas: ball security and run defense, both of which collapsed in the second half.

Despite three Michigan scores stemming from turnovers, Campbell defended starting quarterback Rocco, praising his competitiveness while acknowledging late-game mistakes, including two interceptions where indecision and poor footwork played a role. The loss deepens Penn State’s struggles to close out games, as they continue to fall short in critical moments.

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