Penn State also used Iowa native Jaxon Smolik at quarterback, sometimes together with Grunkemeyer. Smolik gained 3 yards on four rushes without throwing a pass. He left the game with an upper-body injury after absorbing a hard tackle in the fourth quarter.

The Nittany Lions wore T-shirts that read 'IF' to their game vs. the Hawkeyes. But the motto couldn't lead them to victory.

Penn State converted 2 of 4 fourth-down tries. But it could not convert a fourth-and-1 attempt from its 40 late in the third quarter that eventually cost the Lions three points.

The Nittany Lions played some spirited football under interim head coach Terry Smith, but was it enough to earn a passing grade?

The Nittany Lions had a road win in their possession before the Hawkeyes were able to snatch it away late. Now, a bye week awaits as they prepare for No. 1 Ohio State on Nov. 1

Penn State's offense has continued its inconsistencies and is now facing one of the most consistent defenses every year

This week, a new-look Penn State offense will take the field on the road against the Iowa Hawkeyes. While there are certainly low expectations surrounding Ethan Grunkemeyer, this could be a chance for the young QB to usher in a new era of Penn State football if he plays well.

Mark Gronowski was effusive in his praise of his offensive line and the Iowa fanbase after the Hawkeyes took down Penn State.