Penn State Nittany Lions · All-time career leaders
Penn State Football Career Pass Attempts Leaders
Sean Clifford holds Penn State's career pass attempts record with 1,356 attempts (2018–2022). Christian Hackenberg (1,235) and Trace McSorley (1,215) round out the top three. 9 of the top 18 played since 2000; the most recent is Drew Allar (2022–2025), No. 5 on the list.
Penn State Nittany LionsUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Pass Attempts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sean Clifford | 2018–2022 | 1,356 |
| 2 | Christian Hackenberg | 2013–2015 | 1,235 |
| 3 | Trace McSorley | 2015–2018 | 1,215 |
| 4 | Zack Mills | 2001–2004 | 1,082 |
| 5 | Drew Allar | 2022–2025 | 1,002 |
| 6 | Matt McGloin | 2009–2012 | 894 |
| 7 | Tony Sacca | 1988–1991 | 824 |
| 8 | Anthony Morelli | 2004–2007 | 821 |
| 9 | Daryll Clark | 2006–2009 | 738 |
| 10 | Wally Richardson | 1992–1996 | 692 |
| 11 | Chuck Fusina | 1975–1978 | 665 |
| 12 | Todd Blackledge | 1980–1982 | 658 |
| 13 | Kerry Collins | 1991–1994 | 657 |
| 14 | John Shaffer | 1983–1986 | 547 |
| 15 | Michael Robinson | 2002–2005 | 505 |
| 16 | Kevin Thompson | 1996–1999 | 495 |
| 17 | Rashard Casey | 1997–2000 | 459 |
| 18 | John Hufnagel | 1970–1972 | 408 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Penn State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.