This year, Penn State Football should expect bigger things from quarterback Drew Allar.

Last season, Allar passed for 2,631 yards, 25 touchdowns, and just two interceptions. Not turning the ball over is excellent, but not pushing the ball downfield is not good. Allar averaged just 6.8 yards per pass last season.

With new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki taking over the offense, look for Allar to push the ball down the field more, starting with training camp.

Despite the new coordinator, expect Penn State Football to have a sense of urgency.

“I think there does seem to be a sense of urgency,” Penn State Football head coach James Franklin told reporters during a press conference earlier this year. “The reality is, we’ve got three new coordinators, so for me to compare this first day to the last couple of first days [in previous seasons], that probably doesn’t make sense. But there does need to be a sense of urgency between now and the end of training camp. I don’t think there’s any doubt about that.”

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Drew Allar Makes Big Change Training Camp Nears

As Allar prepares for training camp, he has made a significant change by reducing his weight to 238 pounds from 242 last year.

This slight adjustment is expected to enhance his agility and fluidity on the field, potentially improving his overall performance.

“I think he’s ready to take the next step,” Franklin said of Allar in a press conference. “I think he’s excited about some of the things that we’re doing. He’s had a great offseason. He’s moving better. He looks better. He looks leaner. His weight is still very similar, but I think he’s changed his body composition in a lot of ways.”

During training camp, Allar’s primary focus will be on increasing the frequency of his long-range throws. This strategic shift is designed to bolster his confidence in these crucial plays integral to the Nittany Lions’ success.

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Drew Allar’s Point of Emphasis During Penn State Football Camp

With Penn State’s solid rushing attack, there will be potential for plays down the field.

Thanks to the arrival of Kotelnicki, the Penn State offense is set to ignite, promising a more explosive and
dynamic game.

Last year, Allar rushed for 210 yards; this year, he should use his legs more, whether extending plays or running for crucial first downs. Allar’s use of his legs could, over time, give an unproven receiving core extra time to open and extend drives.

These things can help Penn State and Allar reach the next level. It all starts with practicing these things and translating them to the football field on Saturdays. It will be interesting to see what Allar does this season.