Drew Allar

About

Football player widely revered for playing as a quarterback for the Penn State University Nittany Lions. After committing to Penn State, he was named a five-star prospect by 247Sports and On3, as well as a four-star recruit by ESPN and Rivals. He was also rated the top quarterback prospect nationwide, and the number three prospect overall by 247Sports. He played in the 2023 Rose Bowl, which resulted in a victory for Penn State against rival University of Utah.

Before Fame

He attended Medina High School, where he became the starting quarterback as a sophomore. After his senior year, he received the Ohio Mr. Football Award from the Associated Press. He joined Penn State as an early enrollee in January of 2022 and made his collegiate football debut in a season-opening game against Purdue University.

Trivia

He broke his high school and county records for career and season passing yards and touchdowns. He was named to the Davey O'Brien Award watch list in September of 2023. He has received honors including the title of Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week and Manning Award Star of the Week. He stands 6'5" and weighs just shy of 250 pounds.

Family Life

He is the son of Kevin and Dawn Allar. He has a sister named Ryann.

Associated With

During his time with the Penn State University Nittany Lions, he has played for head coach James Franklin.