Penn State will host No. 10 SMU in the first round of the College Football Playoff on December 21 at noon. The game, dubbed a “White Out,” marks the Nittany Lions’ first-ever appearance in the playoff.
Historically, Penn State and SMU have met three times, with the Nittany Lions holding a slight edge. Their most recent matchup in 1947 ended in a tie, while Penn State won in 1978 by a score of 26-21.
Season ticket holders who requested tickets by November 22 will see their credits processed today. A presale for football season ticket holders and Nittany Lion Club members begins December 9 at 10 a.m., followed by a public sale on the same day at 2:30 p.m. The 2024 Penn State season is presented by PSECU.
Source: https://gopsusports.com/news/2024/12/8/no-4-penn-state-to-host-no-10-smu-in-first-round-of-college-football-playoff