The Penn State Nittany Lions opened their 2024 football season with a convincing 34-12 victory over West Virginia, overcoming a lengthy weather delay of 139 minutes. Quarterback Drew Allar showcased his talent with 216 passing yards and three touchdowns, finding Harrison Wallace III for two of those scores, as Wallace finished with five receptions for 117 yards. Despite a shaky start that featured a botched snap and a scoreless first quarter, Penn State's offense regained momentum and executed an impressive ten-play, 83-yard drive after halftime. The Mountaineers, despite entering the game with high expectations following a strong 2023 finish, struggled early on and could only manage a field goal after several turnovers. With this win, the Nittany Lions move to 1-0, signaling a positive start under new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki and suggesting a potential turnaround from the previous season. Coach James Franklin expressed pride in Wallace's performance, highlighting the importance of his contributions in a game where the offense finally clicked.