Penn State had chances to change narratives that have haunted the program. But a doomed final drive led to a 27-24 loss to Notre Dame.

Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar completed just 12 passes, none to a wide receiver, and threw a critical late interception against Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl.

All the hype surrounding Penn State quarterback Drew Allar came crashing down during the Orange Bowl on Thursday night. He had just 135 passing yards and a costly interception in the team's heartbreaking loss to Notre Dame.

Drew Allar walked to the Penn State sideline with his hands on the top of his head, seemingly aware of where the College Football Playoff

Late mistakes from Penn State quarterback Drew Allar and questionable decisions from head coach James Franklin led to Notre Dame winning the Orange Bowl

Penn State were so close to playing for a national championship. Instead, the Nittany Lions' CFP journey ended in pain at the Orange Bowl.

Notre Dame fans expressed their anger at a defensive pass interference call during Thursday night’s Orange Bowl by throwing beers onto the field at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.

That throw further emphasized how tough of a game Allar had, finishing with just 11 completions on 21 attempts for 139 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception. It was the running game that was working the best for Penn State, with both Kaytron Allen and Nicolas Singleton combining for 166 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Drew Allar sat on the Hard Rock Stadium grass alone, slamming the ground with both hands after making the biggest mistake of his football career. While Notre Dame celebrated, offensive lineman Drew Shelton helped his quarterback to his feet.