State College - Penn State football has announced new security protocols and procedures that will go into effect at its Beaver Stadium ahead of Saturday’s conference matchup against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

The statement follows after a number of concerns were raised over Beaver Stadium’s security failures during their "White Out" game last weekend against Minnesota.

Dangerous overcrowding in the student section reportedly left some Nittany Lion fans suffering panic attacks, while others were injuries after falling to the ground.

"Safety is a primary concern at all Penn State Athletics events," Penn State Athletics wrote in a statement on Twitter. "We are aware of the issues that student fans encountered on Saturday night when entering the bowl of Beaver Stadium via the vomitories."

This new protocol is designed to ensure that only students are able to go into the student section, limiting the risk of overcrowding. The athletic department has also announced to implement "operational change" in how the section is filled.

On Saturday, Penn State will face the No. 2 Buckeyes for what will be the biggest test of the season yet.

With both programs in the Big Ten Conference's East division, if Penn State follows up its Week 7 loss to Michigan with defeat to Ohio State, the Nittany Lions will automatically drop out of the championship race.

Saturday's kickoff against the Buckeyes is set for 12 PM EDT at Beaver Stadium.