Tyler Donohue of Lions247, part of the 247Sports network, is joined by 247Sports and Penn State guests to give the latest on Nittany Lions football, recruiting and more - all things PSU.
Penn State preseason camp recap; exploring the ...
Penn State football finished preseason camp this week and we're back to recap a month of team developments, ranging from coaching staff feedback and position competitions to freshman progress and team leadership. After sorting through several August storylines, we go position-by-position in exploring the Nittany Lions depth chart and projected that outlook for Game 1.
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Big Ten season preview with Bud Elliott; spotli...
We're joined by 247Sports and CBS national college football analyst Bud Elliott, co-host of the Cover 3 Podcast, for a Big Ten season preview. We review conference newcomers and top contenders before focusing on Penn State. Nittany Lions commits are also in the spotlight ahead of their senior seasons. Plus, a recent four-star recruit has switched positions for PSU.
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Penn State quarterbacks, offense and injuries i...
Penn State is through two weeks of preseason football camp and we've got several updates, headlined by offensive development, quarterbacks Drew Allar and Beau Pribula and injury notes. Plus, PSU senior safety Jaylen Reed discusses his expectations for the defense and helps spotlight potential breakout players.
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Preseason progress report for Penn State freshm...
Penn State football freshmen are in focus through nearly two weeks of preseason camp. Which Nittany Lions newcomers are pushing to play early and where is key development occurring across various position rooms? Then we discuss five recruits who are currently committed elsewhere but remain PSU 'flip' targets for the 2025 recruiting class.
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Penn State freshman buzz headlines latest updat...
There are plenty of Penn State football preseason topics to discuss after our latest visit to Nittany Lions practice, including elevated excitement surrounding a pair of freshmen players, updates on position competitions and evaluation of offense-vs-defense battles. Plus, fresh perspective from new defensive coordinator Tom Allen and program veterans.
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Penn State flips four-star linebacker into 2025...
Penn State football made another splash on the recruiting trail, flipping four-star linebacker Cameron Smith from a Duke commitment. We break down the St. Joe's Prep (Philadelphia) standout and his impact on the 2025 class, along with other potential flip candidates. Then Nittany Lions senior defensive tackle Dvon J-Thomas joins us to talk preseason camp.
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Penn State opens preseason football camp; Nitta...
Following a brief summer hiatus, there's plenty to discuss on this fresh Lions247 Podcast episode. We review ramifications of recent player dismissals, early feedback from preseason football camp and a spree of seven commitments that impacted three different Nittany Lions recruiting classes.
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Penn State updates from Big Ten Football Media ...
Penn State representation stepped into the spotlight Wednesday during Big Ten Football Media Days. Lions247 was in Indianapolis for event coverage and conducted exclusive interviews with defensive tackle Dvon J-Thomas, safety Jaylen Reed and tight end Tyler Warren before hearing from head coach James Franklin regarding a variety of topics, including injury updates and roster newcomers.
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Big Ten Football Media Days preview; Penn State...
Penn State players and reporters are heading to Indianapolis for Big Ten Football Media Days (July 23-25), so we look ahead to notable storylines regarding the Nittany Lions and an expanded conference landscape. Plus, a recent peek at the PSU basketball squad in practice action provided updates on team vets and newcomers alike.
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Inside the Penn State football summer experienc...
What goes on behind the scenes for Penn State football during the summer months? The Nittany Lions stay busy, as former Nittany Lions starting lineman Landon Tengwall discusses on this latest Lions247 Podcast episode, with focus ranging from players' preparation for preseason camp to prospect camps and official visits.
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Lions recruiting talk with national analyst Bri...
247Sports national recruiting analyst Brian Dohn evaluates an eventful recent recruiting span for the Penn State football program, ranging from notable wins and remaining targets to key misses, with an emphasis in-state and receiver interests. Then we dive into Nittany Lions player ratings from the freshly released EA Sports College Football 25.
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Lions add D-line commit but miss on in-state re...
Penn State experienced mixed results on the recruiting trail this week, landing standout Florida defensive lineman Randy Adirika and missing on in-state receiver Lex Cyrus. Both developments are in focus, along with what's next for 2025 class plans at each position. Plus, former PSU basketball star John Harrar discusses an upcoming reunion with Nittany Lions in tournament action and his post-college Philadelphia Eagles tryout.
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Penn State continues to build recruiting class ...
Penn State picked up another recruiting commitment during the recent holiday, landing legacy athlete LaVar Arrington II. We break down his decision and 2025 class fit before previewing key upcoming commitment announcements. Then we rank the Nittany Lions' top 10 roster newcomers based on immediate impact potential.
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Spotlight on Penn State receiver recruiting and...
The Penn State football team secured a commitment from one of its top receiver targets in Jeff Exinor Jr. but missed on another when Matthew Outten picked Virginia Tech. Where do these developments leave the 2025 Nittany Lions WR class? Plus, top takeaways from a June commitment spree that saw 10 prospects pick PSU. Then we sort through depth chart projections with position-by-position focus on defense.
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Penn State adds another four-star prospect; exp...
A Penn State recruiting hot streak continued Wednesday, when Top247 Kansas edge rusher Jayden Woods announced his commitment to the program. That decision gave the Nittany Lions nine total pickups since June 10. We break down the latest addition and other key prospect developments. Plus, exploring PSU's offensive roster with a position-by-position projection of the depth chart.
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Penn State stays hot with Top247 commitments at...
The Lions247 Podcast is back with a bonus episode after more Penn State football recruiting fireworks. The Nittany Lions landed two Top247 talents in Class of 2026 California quarterback Troy Huhn and Class of 2025 Texas edge rusher Max Granville. We break down these long-distance additions, update the status of another priority target and preview a pair of upcoming commitment announcements.
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Three prospects join Penn State's recruiting cl...
It was a remarkable weekend of recruiting headlines for Penn State football, as four prospects joined the 2025 class and a pair exited. We review these developments, the impact from a positional standpoint and where things now stand on a fast-evolving Nittany Lions' target board. Plus, feedback on the final summer official visit weekend and June recruit camp.
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Penn State's recruiting class grows before more...
Penn State is heating up on the recruiting trail with a third commitment in 10 days. Florida safety Antonio Branch is in the spotlight as a new addition, along with incoming official visitors and a few prospects who may be close to joining the 2025 class. Plus, early perspective on new Big Ten opponent USC from a Trojans insider.
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Lions land another commitment and target more; ...
We spotlight a Penn State commitment from four-star New Jersey cornerback Jahmir Joseph, discuss key notes from another official visit weekend and examine the ramifications of recruiting decisions that impact PSU. Meanwhile, Nittany Lions coaches provided several summer updates from across the roster.
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Penn State football updates from Nittany Lions ...
Fresh out of Penn State football facilities, we detail offseason feedback from several members of the Nittany Lions coaching staff, including James Franklin. Meanwhile, PSU is set to host another wave of recruiting visitors and another massive prospect showcase so we discuss the standouts and storylines to know.
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Penn State adds Top-100 commitment and leads fo...
Penn State landed a commitment from elite California cornerback Daryus Dixson following his official visit and made a major impact on other targets who were in town. We discuss the details before turning attention to standout performers from the Nittany Lions' first summer 7-on-7 tournament and latest prospect camp.
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Penn State Weekend Recruiting Preview: Official...
It's a huge weekend in Happy Valley for football recruiting, as Penn State hosts official visitors and multiple on-campus events. Top targets are in the spotlight. Plus, we look ahead to the Nittany Lions' first 7-on-7 tournament and Big Man Challenge of 2024, along with another prospect camp.
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Penn State feedback from official visits and fi...
It was an eventful weekend in Happy Valley, as Penn State hosted recruits for camp action and official visits. We begin with a review of feedback from those official visits, which featured a few Top247 talents. Then we break down notable takeaways from the first prospect camp of 2024 before focusing on new arrivals in the Nittany Lions' freshman class.
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New Penn State lineman Donnie Harbour joins sho...
More Penn State freshmen football players are set to arrive in Happy Valley, including offensive lineman Donnie Harbour. The Wisconsin standout joins the Lions247 Podcast for an in-depth discussion before his enrollment. Then we explore an impressive guest list for PSU's first large official visit weekend of 2024.
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Progress report on Penn State's 2022 class, inc...
Considered to be at the crux of current roster expectations, Penn State's 2022 class in the spotlight on this Lions247 Podcast. This group made a major immediate impression as freshmen, when 10 players burned redshirt, and several more are primed to play key roles this fall. Who is trending toward national stardom, who is prepared to step up and who may be waiting for at least another season?