The Record Chase
Kaytron Allen stands on the verge of Penn State football history. With 3,794 career rushing yards, the senior running back needs just 138 yards against Nebraska tonight to surpass Evan Royster’s all-time program rushing record of 3,932 yards.
Career Rushing Leaders at Penn State
| Rank | Player | Career Yards |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evan Royster | 3,932 |
| 2 | Saquon Barkley | 3,843 |
| 3 | Kaytron Allen | 3,794 |
| 5 | Nicholas Singleton | 3,331 |
2025 Season Performance
Allen has been Penn State’s offensive workhorse throughout the 2025 season:
2025 Statistics (through 10 games):
- Rushing Yards: 917
- Rushing Touchdowns: 12
- Carries: 163
- Yards Per Carry: 5.6
- Receiving: 16 catches for 56 yards
Career-High Against Michigan State
Allen’s 181-yard, 2-touchdown performance against Michigan State on November 15 was the highlight of his senior season. That game moved him past Saquon Barkley into second place on the all-time list and set up tonight’s opportunity to claim the top spot.
Tonight’s Opportunity
The Senior Day matchup against Nebraska (7-3) provides the perfect stage for Allen to etch his name atop Penn State’s rushing record books.
Game Information:
- Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Beaver Stadium
- TV: NBC
Path to the Record
If Allen matches his season average of 91.7 rushing yards per game, he would surpass the record tonight. His recent hot streak suggests the record is absolutely within reach:
- vs. Michigan State: 181 yards
- vs. Indiana: 101 yards
- Season Average: 91.7 yards/game
What It Would Mean
Breaking Royster’s record, which has stood since 2010, would cap a remarkable four-year career for Allen at Penn State. Despite the team’s challenging 4-6 season, Allen has been a consistent bright spot, demonstrating the durability and production that has defined his time in Happy Valley.
The record chase adds another layer of significance to what is already an emotional Senior Day for the Nittany Lions, who are honoring over 30 seniors in their final home game.