Penn State quarterback Drew Allar has a chance to rewrite the big-game narrative with a statement performance vs. Oregon.

The No. 3 Penn State Nittany Lions are off to a perfect 3-0 start to the season after beating up on Group of Five and FCS programs to open the year. Leading the charge as they look to make a return to the College Football Playoff is senior quarterback Drew Allar.

On the biggest stage, you need your biggest players to shine. There is no player who’s more crucial to Penn State’s success than quarterback Drew Allar. The senior quarterback came into the season as a potential first-round draft pick.

Penn State's offense has reason for optimism beyond Allar, starting with the productive tailback tandem of Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singleton. There's also an offensive line anchored by guard Vega Ioane and left tackle Drew Shelton, with Ioane perhaps the country's top interior line prospect.

During the first week of Penn State’s preseason practice, offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki noticed the trimmer Drew Allar was wearing long pants.

At least one scout believes Drew Allar's senior season with Penn State could take him to the top of the 2026 NFL draft.

The history of James Franklin and Drew Allar has already told us their fate against the Oregon Ducks. Penn State has a chance to rewrite that story.