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The Nittany Lions will play the Wildcats on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Ryan Field. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 12:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on BTN.

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Key Matchup Stats

We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between Penn State and Northwestern taking place at Ryan Field. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Penn State has a 100.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Northwestern is 98.00.
  • Away Penn State - Heading into Week 5, Penn State currently has a 1-0 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
  • Home Northwestern - Northwestern has a 2-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 1st in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins. Like the Penn State away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
  • Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Penn State ranks 1st (162) in the Big Ten Conference, with Northwestern currently ranking 2nd (96) for points scored in the Big Ten Conference.
  • Points Against - Also in 2023, Penn State stands 5th (35) in the Big Ten Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Northwestern sits at 3rd (103) in the Big Ten Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
  • Team Records - Penn State has a 4-0 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Northwestern currently 2-2 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.

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Hold on to your lucky charms, folks, because the Penn State Nittany Lions are heading to Ryan Field for a thrilling Week 5 showdown against the Northwestern Wildcats on September 30th, 2023!

Get ready for a clash of titans as these two powerhouse teams face off in Northwestern's backyard. The atmosphere will be electric as the Wildcats look to defend their home turf against the undefeated Nittany Lions.

According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Penn State holds a perfect 100.00 rating, while Northwestern trails closely behind with a strong 98.00. It's a battle of the best, and every play will count in this high-stakes matchup.

So far this season, Penn State has dominated the competition, boasting an impressive 4-0 standing. On the other hand, the Wildcats have had their ups and downs, currently sitting at 2-2. But don't be fooled by the numbers, as anything can happen on game day.

If you're feeling lucky, be sure to bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM. And while you're at it, why not review this game's prop bets and compare the odds below? It's all part of the excitement of college football, where fortunes can change in the blink of an eye.

Will the Nittany Lions continue their winning streak, or will the Wildcats claw their way to victory? There's only one way to find out, so grab your popcorn and get ready for a thrilling game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Let the battle begin!

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Recent Meetings Since 2019

Recent Meetings Since 2019
WeekGameResultMargin
2025
Week 7		Northwestern vs Penn State
Saturday, October 11th, 2025		NU 22, PSU 21
Beaver Stadium		Northwestern by 1
2023
Week 5		Penn State vs Northwestern
Saturday, September 30th, 2023		PSU 41, NU 13
Ryan Field		Penn State by 28
2022
Week 5		Northwestern vs Penn State
Saturday, October 1st, 2022		PSU 17, NU 7
Beaver Stadium		Penn State by 10

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Football Regular Season Standings - Penn State, Northwestern
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
Big Ten East
#13 Penn State7-20.7781034711756-14-1L1
Big Ten West
Northwestern5-40.556852872935-12-3W4

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2023-24 Penn State Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1West Virginia vs
Penn State		PSU 38, WVU 15
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Delaware vs
Penn State		PSU 63, DEL 7
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Penn State vs
Illinois		PSU 30, ILL 13
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Iowa vs
Penn State		PSU 31, IOWA 0
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Penn State vs
Northwestern		PSU 41, NU 13
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 7UMass vs
Penn State		PSU 63, MASS 0
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8Penn State vs
Ohio State		OSU 20, PSU 12
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 9Indiana vs
Penn State		PSU 33, IU 24
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 10Penn State vs
Maryland		PSU 51, MD 15
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Michigan vs
Penn State		MICH 24, PSU 15
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Rutgers vs
Penn State		PSU 27, RUTG 6
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Penn State vs
Michigan State		PSU 42, MSU 0
Friday, November 24th, 2023
BowlsOle Miss vs
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Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl		MISS 38, PSU 25
Saturday, December 30th, 2023


2023-24 Northwestern Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Northwestern vs
Rutgers		RUTG 24, NU 7
Sunday, September 3rd, 2023
Week 2UTEP vs
Northwestern		NU 38, UTEP 7
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Northwestern vs
Duke		DUKE 38, NU 14
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Minnesota vs
Northwestern		NU 37, MINN 34 (OT)
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Penn State vs
Northwestern		PSU 41, NU 13
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Howard vs
Northwestern		NU 23, HOW 20
Saturday, October 7th, 2023
Week 8Northwestern vs
Nebraska		NEB 17, NU 9
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 9Maryland vs
Northwestern		NU 33, MD 27
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 10Iowa vs
Northwestern		IOWA 10, NU 7
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Northwestern vs
Wisconsin		NU 24, WIS 10
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Purdue vs
Northwestern		NU 23, PUR 15
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Northwestern vs
Illinois		NU 45, ILL 43
Saturday, November 25th, 2023
BowlsUtah vs
Northwestern
Srs Distribution Las Vegas Bowl		NU 14, UTAH 7
Saturday, December 23rd, 2023

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How to Bet on the Penn State vs Northwestern College Football Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 12:00 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Penn State vs Northwestern Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Penn State vs Northwestern Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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