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Redshirt Freshman
Thrust into the starting role after Allar's injury, Grunkemeyer made his first start vs Iowa. In 5 total appearances, he's 38/67 for 291 yards, 1 TD, 4 INTs [calculated]. He also has 1 rushing TD. He struggled vs Iowa, throwing 2 INTs.
Ethan Grunkemeyer has stepped into the spotlight as Penn State's starting quarterback following Drew Allar's season-ending injury. A former four-star recruit from Dublin Coffman High School in Ohio, Grunkemeyer brings intelligence, poise, and athletic ability to the position. After redshirting in 2024, he has shown significant growth in relief duty and as the starter during the 2025 season. He made his first career start against Iowa on October 18, 2025, under interim head coach Terry Smith, marking the beginning of a new era for Penn State football.
Redshirt freshman Ethan Grunkemeyer steps into the spotlight as Penn State's starting quarterback under interim head coach Terry Smith, facing a crucial test against Iowa's formidable defense.
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