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The First Half: A Rough Start
The game kicked off with both teams eager to seize control. Wisconsin struck first, taking the lead with an impressive 81-yard drive capped by a touchdown, establishing their dominance early. Wisconsin continued to excel, leading 14-0 shortly after, as mistakes piled up for Penn State.
Despite the challenging start, the Nittany Lions kept fighting. As the first half progressed, they began to find their rhythm, with standout performances, including a touchdown pass from quarterback Trace McSorley, pulling the score to 14-7.