By Travis Johnson Associated Press Penn State coach James Franklin isnt sure if starting quarterback Drew Allar will be ready to play when the thirdranked Nittany Lions host No 4 Ohio State on Saturday Allar suffered an apparent left knee injury late in the first half of Penn States 2813 win over Wisconsin last weekend

The status of Allar remains uncertain as Penn State prepares for its highlyanticipated matchup against Ohio State An injury to the starting quarterback could prove disastrous for the Nittany Lions especially against a formidable opponent like the Buckeyes

In the event that Allar is unable to play Penn State will have to rely on its backup quarterback to lead the team The backup quarterback has had limited playing time and his ability to perform under pressure is untested

Coach James Franklin remains optimistic about his teams chances despite the uncertainty surrounding Allars status He emphasized the importance of staying focused and preparing for every possible scenario We are preparing for all possible scenarios and we will be ready for whatever happens on Saturday said Franklin

Allar has been a crucial component of the Nittany Lions success this season and his absence would be deeply felt The team is hoping that he will be able to recover in time for the game but they are also preparing for the worstcase scenario

The Penn StateOhio State game is shaping up to be one of the most exciting matchups of the season with both teams boasting impressive records and talented rosters The outcome of the game is far from certain and the uncertainty surrounding Allars status adds an extra layer of intrigue