PENN STATE FOOTBALL GAME DAY CENTRAL
Purdue Game Day Information
All-U Day
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GAME NOTES
OPENING KICK
Penn State welcomes Purdue to West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium on Saturday. Kickoff is set for 4:15 p.m. on Big Ten Network. The 2026 Penn State Football season is presented by PSECU.
SOWELL SHINING
Chase Sowell had a breakout performance at Michigan with a career-high 11 receptions for a career-best 151 yards. Seven of his 11 catches went for first downs, while he had grabs of 24 (TD), 26 and 26 yards. On the season, Sowell has 14 catches of 15+ yards, nine catches of 20+ yards and six catches of 25+ yards. Sowell has 25 catches for first downs this season, accounting for 74% of his receptions, which is the eighth-best first down percentage among receivers with 30+ catches this year. Sowell has 26 catches for 384 yards and two touchdowns in four Big Ten games this season.
MIDSEASON ALL-AMERICANS
A trio of Nittany Lions picked up midseason All-American recognitions. Cornerback Audavion Collins was tabbed a first-team midseason All-American by Sports Illustrated. He ranks ninth in the country with eight pass breakups and, according to PFF, has allowed just four completions in 2026, the least completions allowed among cornerbacks with 150+ coverage snaps this season. Collins has allowed just seven yards per reception. Linebacker Tony Rojas was named a first-team midseason All-American by On3 and a second-team selection by the Associated Press and Sports Illustrated. He leads PSU with 56 tackles, 29 solo tackles, 10.5 tackles for loss, five sacks and two interceptions. Cornerback Josiah Zayas was selected a midseason True Freshman All-American by On3. He has recorded two interceptions (one touchdown return) and one fumble recovery this season.
THE OPPOSITION
Purdue is 3-4 overall and 2-2 in the Big Ten this season. The Boilermakers are coming off a bye week after falling 38-26 against Washington on October 16. The Boilermakers totaled 371 yards, including 273 passing yards. Ryan Browne threw for 273 yards and a touchdown while adding a rushing score. Asaad Waseem hauled in nine catches for 116 yards. Antonio Harris led the ground game with 65 yards, including a 59-yard rush and a 1-yard touchdown. Purdue's defense forced five takeaways with three interceptions and two fumble recoveries.
SERIES HISTORY
Penn State battles Purdue for the 22nd time in program history. The Nittany Lions hold a 17-3-1 advantage in the series, including 9-1-1 in home games. Penn State has won 11-straight games in the series, dating back to 2005. In 2024, PSU earned a 49-10 win in West Lafayette. Tyler Warren caught eight passes for 127 yards and a 15-yard touchdown, while adding a 48-yard rushing score. Drew Allar threw for three touchdowns.
NUMBERS TO KNOW
151 - Chase Sowell set a career high with 151 receiving yards against Michigan. He had a pair of 26-yard receptions to go with a 24-yard touchdown catch. He has nine 20+ yard catches this year.
100 - Penn State's defense has forced 100 takeaways since 2022. It is the third-most among Power 4 teams in that span. PSU forced two takeaways against Michigan with interceptions by Zion Tracy and Josiah Zayas.
20 - Penn State has played 20 previous games on Halloween. The Nittany Lions hold an 11-8-1 record dating back to 1888. PSU last played on Halloween in 2020 against Ohio State.
10 x 3 - Tony Rojas posted double-digit tackles in three-straight games with 12 at Northwestern, 10 against USC and 12 at Michigan. He's the first Nittany Lion since Micah Parsons in 2019 with 10+ tackles in three-straight games.
4 - According to PFF, Audavion Collins has allowed just four completions in 2026. That is the least completions allowed among cornerbacks with 150+ coverage snaps this season.
PARKING
LOTS OPEN & ONE-WAY PATTERN
Lots open at 8 a.m. Arrive early to avoid delays.
The one-way traffic pattern goes into effect at 1:45 p.m., or earlier as traffic dictates.
ACCESS YOUR PARKING
Use the link below to access your parking through the Penn State Account Manager, powered by Ticketmaster.
RIDESHARE
Rideshare pickup and drop-off are available at Pegula Ice Arena and the North Transit Center.
LIVE TRAFFIC UPDATES & NAVIGATION
Live traffic updates are available from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation via the link below. For step-by-step directions to your lot within the game day traffic pattern, use Waze.
FAN ASSISTANCE SHUTTLES
Fan Assistance Shuttles help fans get to the stadium from their parking lots. Pickup and drop-off locations are shown at the link below. Shuttles run from 2:15 p.m. until all fans have been transported pregame, then resume at the end of the third quarter until all fans have been transported postgame.
VOLLEYBALL FAN SHUTTLE
Penn State women's volleyball hosts Purdue on Saturday for its White Out and Senior Day match presented by MITER Brands and the Penn State Alumni Association, with first serve slated for 12:30 p.m inside Rec Hall. Shuttle service provided by Fullington Trailways will pick up and drop off fans outside of Rec Hall on North Burrowes Road, and outside of Pegula Ice Arena Gate A on University Drive near Curtin Road, to assist those attending multiple events. Shuttle service begins at 11 a.m. and will conclude at the end of the women's volleyball match at approximately 2:30 p.m.
TICKETS
PURCHASE SINGLE-GAME TICKETS
Single-game tickets remain available for Penn State's All-U Day matchup against Purdue, presented by Slaymaker Rentals. Visit the link below to secure your seats inside West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium.
ACCESS YOUR TICKETS
Use the link below to access your tickets through the Penn State Account Manager, powered by Ticketmaster.
MOBILE TICKETING GUIDE
Use the link below to view the Mobile Ticketing Guide for Android and iOS users.
DOWNLOAD YOUR TICKETS
To expedite entry on game day, download your mobile ticket to your wallet on iOS or Android devices. Have your tickets ready to be scanned before joining the entry line at your gate.
VOLLEYBALL TICKET PROMOTION
Penn State women's volleyball hosts Purdue on Saturday for its White Out and Senior Day match presented by MITER Brands and the Penn State Alumni Association, with first serve slated for 12:30 p.m inside Rec Hall. The first 1,000 fans to display their mobile football ticket at the Rec Hall doors will be granted free admission to the women's volleyball match.
GATES
GATES OPEN
Suites, Club & Museum Gates - 1:15 p.m.
Student Gate (Gate A) - 1:45 p.m.
Public Gates - 2:15 p.m.
SHORTEN YOUR WAIT
ARRIVE EARLY FOR THE SHORTEST WAIT TIMES. Fans are not required to enter the venue through the gate denoted on the mobile ticket. All fans pass through magnetometers before entering West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium. Have your mobile ticket pulled up and ready to scan before you reach the gate.
EXPRESS ENTRY
West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium is proud to introduce Express Entry, powered by Wicket. Your face is your ticket. Sign up for Express Entry at the link below, and enter the venue through designated Express Entry lanes at Gates E & F.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
Clear tote bags measuring 12" x 6" x 12" or smaller are permitted inside West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium. A clutch or wristlet measuring 4" x 6" x 1" or smaller is also permitted. Use the link below to view the full Penn State Athletics Clear Bag Policy.
Navigation
Use this map to help you navigate West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium on Game Day!
Opens in a new window GAME DAY TIMELINE
From the Beaver Stadium Block Party to the on-field pregame show, view the Game Day Timeline below to make sure you're ready for kickoff!
Parking Lots Open
Beaver Stadium Block Party
Cubs Zone presented by GIANT
One-Way Traffic Pattern Begins
Team Arrival presented by Amica
Modelo Pregame Show
All Gates to Beaver Stadium Open
Blue Band March to Stadium
On-Field Pregame Show
Kickoff
Beaver Stadium Block Party
BLOCK PARTY INFORMATION
The Beaver Stadium Block Party takes place prior to each home game on Curtin Rd. between University Dr. and Porter Rd. and features different activities, food trucks and entertainment. The Beaver Stadium Block Party begins at 10 a.m. on Saturday and will close at 2:30 p.m.
The Cubs Zone presented by GIANT features free activities for kids of all ages - inflatables, lawn games, and more - and takes place outside of the Bryce Jordan Center near Gate A on Curtin Rd. The Cubs Zone presented by GIANT is open from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday.
The Penn State Team Store at Medlar Field features sport-specific apparel, adidas home and away football jerseys, as well as on-site custom player jerseys for fans to purchase on game day. The Penn State Team Store at Medlar Field is located inside the team building entrance to Medlar Field at Lubrano Park at the intersection of Porter Rd and Curtin Rd.
ACTIVATIONS THIS WEEKEND
New this season, the Modelo 21+ Zone is a part of the Beaver Stadium Block Party and will be open 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Saturday.
10 to 11:30 a.m. - Velveeta performs on the Team Arrival Stage
Noon to 1:15 p.m. - The Delaney's perform on the Team Arrival Stage
1:45 p.m. - Modelo Pre-Game Show begins at the Modelo 21+ Zone
Team Arrival
presented by AmicaTEAM ARRIVAL INFORMATION
Cheer on the team as they arrive at West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium on the iconic blue buses! The Team Arrival Pep Rally featuring the Penn State cheerleaders, Lionettes dance team, Penn State Blue Band, and the Nittany Lion mascot will start at 1:45 p.m. Team Arrival is presented by Amica Insurance.
ADA & ACCESSIBILITY
ADA ENTRANCES
Three ADA Accessible entrances serve West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium:
- Club/Letterman/ADA Entrance — southeast corner of the stadium, next to Gate A
- All-Sports Museum/ADA Entrance — near Gate B
- Designated ADA lane — at Gate B
ADA PARKING
Shuttle service runs before and after every game from the ADA parking lots listed below. Shuttles drop off and pick up fans at two locations: the accessible entrance on the west side of the stadium near Gate B, and Porter Road near Gate A.
ICA ADA Accessible Parking - Shields Building, Wagner Building, IM Building, Nittany Lion Softball Park and Katz Building lots.
Day-of-game accessible parking - Available at the East Deck. Passes sold by Penn State Athletics are not accepted at the East Deck.
ADDITIONAL ADA INFORMATION
For more information on accessibility on game day, use the link below to view the ADA & Accessibility section of the West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium A-to-Z Guide.