Penn State safety Ryan Keiser (23) intercepts a pass intended for Illinois tight end James O'Shaughnessy (80) in the end zone to seal Penn State's 24-17 victory in overtime at Beaver Stadium. Defending O'Shaughnessy (80) is Penn State's Adrian Amos (4). / Photo by Michael Bordick

Kyle Carter (87) catches a 15-yard pass for the winning touchdown in overtime. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Penn State running back Bill Belton (1) carries the ball in the fourth quarter. Belton gained a career-high 201 yards. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Illinois defensive back Darius Mosely (24) breaks up a pass in the end zone intended for Penn State wide receiver Brandon Felder (85) in the final minute of the fourth quarter. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Penn State players celebrate the touchdown catch by Kyle Carter (87) in overtime. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Penn State fans cheer for their team during Penn State's 24-17 victory over Illinois / Photo by Michael Bordick

Penn State wide receiver Richy Anderson (19) prays before the start of the game. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Penn State players celebrate a touchdown by quarterback Christian Hackenberg in the second quarter. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Penn State running back Bill Belton (1) carries the ball in the fourth quarter. / Photo by Abigail Johnson

Penn State players sing the alma mater after their 24-17 victory over Illinois. / Photo by Abigail Johnson