Football
Kotloff | Nova’s always worth a shot
The defending Ivy champion Penn football team proved why it’s ranked No. 24 in the FCS, hanging tough with the No. 1 Wildcats late in the game.
Penn hangs tough, but falls to No. 1 Villanova
Although the Quakers kept within striking distance of the Wildcats, a number of mistakes and a costly injury proved the difference in the 22-10 loss.Live blog: Quakers at No. 1 Villanova
Follow all the action with the Daily Pennsylvanian sports writers covering tonight's football game as the Red and Blue try to beat their cross-town rivals and the top-ranked FCS team for the first time in 99 years.
Quakers seek to seize Szczur
Penn has not beaten Villanova in 99 years. But at 7 p.m. tonight, it will be battling something more formidable than a daunting series history.
Peterson enters senior season after seven years
Linebacker Jake Peterson — now a whopping 24 years of age — has gained a panoramic perspective on Red and Blue football in general, watching the team evolve through his extended tenure.
Silcox | A tradition not to be tossed away
When people call for an end to the toast toss, they lose sight of what defines the Quakers: tradition.
Owen Thomas’ mother to testify in Congress
Rev. Katherine Brearley will testify about legislation to safely manage concussions in student athletes.
Senior gets Ivy, national weekly awards
Penn's defense returned to No. 1 in the FCS and Jon Saelinger earned Ivy and FCS weekly honors.
Rosenstein | Tailgate BBQ sizzles, game attendance fizzles
On Saturday Penn students flocked down to 33rd Street two hours before kickoff, but that didn’t necessarily send them into the stands.
Penn defense reigns supreme in win
The Penn defense that finished No. 1 in the nation in 2009 picked up right where it left off in Saturday’s season-opening victory against Lafayette.
Kotloff | Not just another victory for Penn football
This season is not just about the action on the field — it’s about paying tribute to two fallen leaders.
Penn football wins season opener, 800th game
The Quakers came back from a halftime deficit to beat Lafayette, 19-14, Sat. night at Franklin Field.LIVE BLOG: Penn football season opener vs. Lafayette
Follow along and interact with the DP Sports writers at Franklin Field as they cover the season opener against the Leopards.
Football Preview | The Voice of Franklin Field signs off
Entering his 50th and final season, C.T. Alexander has seen it all. How will his last call play out?
Quakers QBs prepared for Lafayette
After a series of injuries, senior Keiffer Garton has been cleared to play in the season opener against Lafayette Saturday at Franklin Field. But how much he will play is the question.
Football Preview | Breaking down the depth chart
An in-depth look at the roster and changes at each position for the 2010 Quakers
Football Preview | Rushing game won't get stuck in the mud
For a Penn team unsure of its passing game, 'Smash Mouth' football is a terrific security blanket.
Football Preview | Introducing the lady in the locker room
New coach Kim Andreola may be the only female coach on the football sidelines but make no mistake about it: her gender in no way detracts from her qualifications.
Taking on the Patriot League
Five weeks after being picked over Penn as the Ivy preseason favorite, Harvard will finally get its chance to show whether it has the skill to win this season’s Ivy title.