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.
Updated look at Penn State roster, position com...
From practice standouts to transfer portal departures, spring action has impacted Penn State football's 2024 personnel outlook. We explore evolving depth chart storylines, spotlight Nittany Lions on the rise and examine the ramifications of recent roster changes.
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Breaking down Penn State's NFL rookie class and...
Penn State produced another large NFL rookie class, with 10 players landing on league rosters since the draft started last Thursday. Headlined by first-round picks Olu Fashanu and Chop Robinson, we work our way through each Nittany Lions rookie while reviewing notable draft storylines. Then it's time for a look toward potential 2025 NFL Draft prospects from PSU and some Transfer Portal thoughts as the post-spring window ends.
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Penn State predictions for 2024 NFL Draft; Lion...
The Penn State football program could produce its largest NFL draft class this century. Ahead of a three-day selection process, we share thoughts on PSU prospects and predict their initial league landing spots. Plus, former top-50 prospect and Tennessee guard Freddie Dilione is the basketball program's latest transfer pickup.
56 min
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Penn State transfer portal movement; former Nit...
The NCAA transfer portal is producing changes for both Penn State football and basketball. We review the latest feedback regarding the football's program's approach, then discuss a compelling hoops pickup. Blue-White Game recruiting impact is also in the spotlight. Then former Nittany Lions All-American linebacker and current Board of Trustees member Brandon Short joins us.
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What we learned from Penn State spring practice...
After finishing spring practices away from the program, Penn State receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith entered the Transfer Portal on Monday. It's a messy ending to a lengthy Nittany Lions career and creates new questions at that position. Plus, after breaking down the Blue-White Game with a Saturday podcast, we go in-depth on answers and questions from the spring practice schedule.
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2024 Blue-White Game Breakdown
Fresh out of Beaver Stadium, we're back to break down top takeaways from Penn State football's 2024 Blue-White Game. From top performers to key absences and postgame press conferences, we pack plenty into this episode
68 min
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Blue-White Game preview; Penn State adds four-s...
Penn State football action returns to Beaver Stadium on Saturday when spring practice wraps up with Blue-White Game action. What are we watching closely during the event, from a on-field and recruiting perspective? Plus, in-depth reaction to a long-distance commitment from Top247 running back recruit Alvin Henderson.
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Updates from final week of spring football prac...
Fresh off our final look at Penn State spring practice before the Blue-White Game, we sort through updates from on-field action and interviews. Which players and topics are buzzing in discussions with players and coaches? Then the spotlight lands on Nittany Lions recruiting efforts, as national analyst Tom Loy joins us to discuss a new Crystal Ball commitment pick, quarterback prospects and targets across America.
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Former Penn State All-American Carl Nassib join...
Former Penn State All-America and history-making NFL player Carl Nassib joins the Lions247 Podcast to look back at his days as a Nittany Lion and focus on his Board of Trustees election campaign. Meanwhile, with top-ranked Pennsylvania QB Matt Zollers committing elsewhere, what's the plan for PSU at that position? Plus, we review some incoming recruiting visitors.
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Penn State football transfers in focus as sprin...
We detail our latest trip to the Penn State practice field, which featured interview sessions with head coach James Franklin, special teams coordinator Justin Lustig and a trio of transfer players in receiver Julian Fleming, cornerback Jalen Kimber and offensive tackle Nolan Rucci. Plus, the Nittany Lions are awaiting a key quarterback commitment announcement while staying busy with recruiting efforts.
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Penn State football recruiting updates as anoth...
Penn State is prepared to host another impressive group of prospects on campus. We sort through some names to know before looking back at recruits who recently spent time in Happy Valley. Plus, the Nittany Lions continue to lock in official visits.
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Penn State football storylines halfway through ...
Penn State is through seven of 15 spring practices and we're fresh off the field with feedback from coaches and players on a new edition of the Lions247 Podcast. We break down notable Nittany Lions storylines, including the acclimation of new defensive coordinator Tom Allen and Ohio State transfer Julian Fleming. Plus, position groups and young players warrant attention.
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Spotlight on Penn State football recruiting, in...
Penn State football recruiting efforts are in focus throughout this episode as insider Tyler Calvaruso breaks down the latest on spring visits, official visits and priority in-state prospects. Plus, we review the Nittany Lions' 2025 outlook at running back.
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Penn State spring practice updates, Pro Day tak...
Following our latest look at Penn State spring football practice, the Lions247 Podcast returns with fresh perspective on program progress and individual development. New offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki is in the spotlight after meeting with media for the first time since his introductory press conference. Plus, what stood out from the performances and interviews at PSU Pro Day? We finish with focus on the recently concluded Nittany Lions basketball season, what stood out during Year 1 of the Mike Rhoades era and what comes next.
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🏀 NCAA Tournament preview spectacular 🔥 Gary Pa...
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Early takeaways from Penn State spring practice...
Penn State football made its 2024 practice debut this week and we're back with feedback from on-field coverage. Plus, PSU Pro Day will attract NFL coaches and scouts to campus, and Nittany Lions basketball aims to build late momentum in the Big Ten tournament. Recruiting updates, including key campus visits, are also in the spotlight.
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Penn State football begins spring practice
Penn State opens a 15-session spring practice schedule this week, working toward the Blue-White Game. Following a Beaver Stadium press conference with James Franklin, we're back to break down several Nittany Lions topics on a new Lions247 Podcast episode.
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Penn State winter workouts and defensive depth ...
Penn State football wraps up winter workouts this week so we review top performers. The Nittany Lions defensive depth chart is also in the spotlight ahead of spring practices. Plus, catch up on the latest developments from a fast-moving recruiting trail.
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Reviewing the new-look Big Ten football landsca...
The Big Ten expands to 18 schools this year, creating coast-to-coast conference competition. 247Sports national analyst Brad Crawford discusses the new-look landscape, College Football Playoff ramifications and programs prepared to contend in 2024. Plus, we preview the NFL Scouting Combine for Penn State's prospects.
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Former Lions lineman Landon Tengwall talks earl...
Former top-100 prospect and Penn State starting offensive lineman Landon Tengwall returns to the Lions247 Podcast to look back at his August 2023 retirement and catch us up on his latest endeavors with the university. Then we discuss upcoming spring recruiting visits, as several football targets are coming to town. We finish with focus on Nittany Lions basketball, which upset No. 12 Illinois days after dismissing leading scorer Kanye Clary.
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Penn State football adds receiver commit and ve...
There is plenty to discuss on this latest episode of the Lions247 Podcast. The Penn State football program is fresh off picking up its 12th commitment of the 2025 recruiting cycle, while the basketball squad produced bombshell news Monday with the dismissal of leading scorer Kanye Clary. Plus, feedback from football veterans on offseason progress.
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Breaking down Penn State roster changes, catchi...
Penn State football revealed several roster changes this week, including the move of All-Big Ten linebacker Abdul Carter to defensive end. Plus, James Franklin shared early perspective on transfer pickups. Those developments are in the spotlight, along with several discussions with members of PSU's 2023 class who are now in Year 2 as Nittany Lions.
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Penn State DT Dvon Ellies joins the show; Lions...
Penn State veteran Dvon Ellies details progress following program changes and the start of winter workouts, while looking ahead to 2024 goals. Plus, we examine the Nittany Lions' latest commitment in New Jersey lineman Michael Troutman and which targets warrant continued attention in an expanding 2025 class.
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Brian Dohn discusses latest Penn State commitme...
247Sports national recruiting analyst Brian Dohn returns to the Lions247 Podcast to provide perspective on Penn State's expanding 2025 class. Four-star linebacker Dayshaun Burnett is the latest pickup, and the third in less than three weeks. Dohn offers insight on each recent addition and other PSU storylines, including a fresh Crystal Ball pick.
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Penn State lands in-state linebacker and looks ...
Penn State picked up a commitment from Greater Latrobe (Pa.) High School linebacker Alex Tatsch, expanding the Nittany Lions' 2025 recruiting class to nine prospects. We break down the addition and who could follow next. Plus, visitor feedback from PSU's final winter Junior Day.