A look at Penn State RB Kaytron Allen’s record-breaking career through photos
By Abby Drey
Kaytron Allen made Penn State history Saturday night by setting a new school record for career rushing yards.
With 160 rushing yards against Nebraska in a 37-10 win, Allen now has 3,954 career rushing yards — surpassing the previous record of Evan Royster, who played from 2007-2010, by 22 yards. Royster boasts a career total of 3,932.
“It means a lot,” the soft-spoken Allen said after the game. “I’m still trying to wrap my head around it. I’m glad I got the opportunity to do this.”
Here’s a look, through photos, of Allen’s record-breaking career:
Penn State interim coach Terry Smith congratulates running back Kaytron Allen after he broke the career rushing record on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Beaver Stadium. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen gets a 50-yard run during the game against Nebraska on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Beaver Stadium. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Indiana’s Dominique Ratcliff (91) stops Penn State running back Kaytron Allen during the game on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen dives into the end zone for a touchdown during the game against Ohio State on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen cuts down the field with the ball from Northwestern defenders in the first quarter of the game on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen celebrates his touchdown during the game against FIU on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at Beaver Stadium. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
2024 Season (Junior)
2024 rushing yards: 1,108 yards
2024 rushing average: 5.0 ypc
2024 rushing touchdowns: 8 TDs
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen puts on a hat reading “Fiesta” after winning the College Football Playoff game against SMU at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024. Jackson Ranger jranger@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen tries to reach through the pile but falls short of the end zone during the game against Ohio State on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024 at Beaver Stadium. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Running back Kaytron Allen breaks a tackle during the football game against Kent State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Penn State won 56-0. Jackson Ranger jranger@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen cuts down the field with the ball around Bowling Green defenders during the game on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen talks to reporters during media day on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
2023 Season (Sophomore)
2023 rushing yards: 902 yards
2023 rushing average: 5.2 ypc
2023 rushing touchdowns:6 TDs
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen is congratulated for his touchdown by offensive lineman Olumuyiwa Fashanu during the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen pushes past Michigan defenders during the game on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
UMass defenders can’t stop Penn State running back Kaytron Allen as he reaches into the end zone for a touchdown during the game on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen pushes past Delaware defenders during the game on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
2022 Season (Freshman)
2022 rushing yards: 867 yards
2022 rushing average: 5.2 ypc
2022 rushing touchdowns: 10 TDs
Michigan State defenders try to stop Penn State running back Kaytron Allen during the game on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State offensive lineman Juice Scruggs congratulates running back Kaytron Allen after his touchdown during the game against Ohio State on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen cuts through Central Michigan defenders with the ball during the game on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar hands off to running back Kaytron Allen during the game against Ohio on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
Penn State running back Kaytron Allen runs down the field with the ball during the Blue-White game on Saturday, April 23, 2022. Abby Drey adrey@centredaily.com
