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The offensive side was not spared criticism. Jones highlighted how Penn State’s attack struggles to find rhythm early, often giving up crucial drives after initial success. When PSU finally crawled back into the UCLA game, a missed opportunity emerged—an inability to make stops at vital junctures, including a third-and-long where the defense failed to contain the quarterback, leading to a game-changing 52-yard scramble.
He went further, dissecting strategic errors, such as a third down where PSU sent six rushers—completely out of position—allowing UCLA’s quarterback to escape and extend the drive. These misplays weren’t just lapses; they reflected deeply rooted discipline issues and structural flaws.