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Spring Practice Storylines 13.03.2023 34:24

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's spring practice sessions, which begin this week and conclude with the Blue-White scrimmage on April 15. Johnny and Bob share their thoughts on Abdul Carter and the linebackers, PSU moving on from PJ Mustipher at defensive tackle and the expectations for Drew Allar in his second year. Plus, a look at some Lions who have added seriou...

Penn State spring practice sessions begin next week: A few Nittany Lions to keep an eye on for varying reasons 08.03.2023 35:02

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders have their eyes on several Penn State Nittany Lions who could be in the spotlight this spring. Johnny and Bob look at a few wide receivers and defensive ends, plus a young tight end and a young quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plenty of Penn State insight coming out of the NFL combine, Will Levis reflects on his time as a Lion 07.03.2023 28:44

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders look back at the Penn State performances at the recent NFL combine in Indianapolis. Seven Nittany Lions participated and Johnny was at the event. Plus, Johnny spoke with former PSU quarterback Will Levis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Early thoughts on a few testy games on Penn State's 2023 schedule, memories of some 2012 PSU leaders 02.03.2023 35:56

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders take a closer look at the early part of Penn State's 2023 schedule on this episode. David also shares parts of his conversation with former PSU quarterback Matt McGloin on the 2023 schedule. Plus, Bob and Dave look at some of the leaders on the Lions' memorable 2012 team and Jones discusses PSU men's hoops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....

Johnny McGonigal checks in with Penn State notes from the NFL combine, some PSU D-line coach candidates to consider 01.03.2023 29:21

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to some Penn State news from the NFL Scouting Combine. Johnny is in Indianapolis this week and spoke with former Lion PJ Mustipher. Plus, draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah is a big fan of Ji'Ayir Brown and Bob and Johnny speculate that PSU's next defensive line coach may already be on James Franklin's staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

A closer look at the blue-chip Penn State talents who have the attention of Pro Football Focus entering 2023, and who could join them in the fall 22.02.2023 28:59

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine five returning Penn State players who are drawing raves from the Pro Football Focus staff this offseason. The Lions' group includes Nick Singleton, Kalen King and Abdul Carter, who were terrific in 2022. And there are a few other PSU players who could be earning PFF buzz this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The real impact of Penn State's decision to renovate Beaver Stadium, the Lions' linebacker picture entering spring drills 21.02.2023 28:59

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss what Penn State's decision to renovate and upgrade Beaver Stadium means for the school in the future. Plus, Johnny and Bob look at PSU's linebacker picture in 2023 and break down the cast of former Lions playing in the XFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marveling at Penn State standout Jalen Pickett's signature effort vs. Illinois, and the Eagles come up short in the Super Bowl 16.02.2023 27:40

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders react to Penn State basketball star Jalen Pickett's one-man show in the Nittany Lions' win over Illinois. Can PSU still make the tournament? Plus, what went wrong for the Philadelphia Eagles in the second half of their Super Bowl loss to Kansas City? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Assessing some Penn State position groups heading into spring practice: The players to watch on the offensive line 14.02.2023 30:04

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders look at what's new with Penn State football at several positions heading into spring practice. Up first: A closer look at the offensive line, safety positions and the tight end room. PSU is replacing some talented players at these spots but the Lions also have some impressive young talent ready to step in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

James Franklin's expectations for Penn State's WR room moving forward, and how Marques Hagans fits into his plan 09.02.2023 32:56

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders are back to take a look at some of the reasons why Marques Hagans is Penn State's new wideouts coach and Taylor Stubblefield is out. James Franklin is looking for his new assistant do upgrade the WR room on multiple fronts, and Hagans' work at his previous stop, Virginia, was impressive. Plus, Johnny makes his Super Bowl pick. Philadelphia or Kansas Ci...

What we learned about Penn State's 2022 recruiting class this week, seven Lions earn combine invites 08.02.2023 33:54

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on some of Penn State's most talented second-year players after meeting with them during a PSU media availability earlier this week. Notes on Nick Singleton, Drew Allar and more. Plus we react to James Franklin's program earning seven invites to the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Revisiting Tom Brady's visit to Beaver Stadium in 1999, ex-Penn State OC at Rutgers, men's hoops notes 02.02.2023 27:40

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders reflect on Tom Brady's retirement and go through Brady's performance for Michigan in a memorable 1999 game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium. Plus, how will ex-PSU OC Kirk Ciarrocca fare at Rutgers? And can the men's basketball team, coming off a big win vs. Michigan, make the NCAA tourney with a strong February? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Penn State adds a gifted New Jersey prep star to its 2025 recruiting class and is pursuing another Wyomissing standout for its 2024 class 31.01.2023 29:29

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine all of Penn State's recent recruiting success with offensive linemen on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown. James Franklin is already working on the Nittany Lions' 2025 recruiting class, which now includes New Jersey standout Jaelyne Matthews. PSU has also offered Wyomissing offensive lineman Caleb Brewer, a 2024 target. Learn more about...

Final thoughts on Penn State's decision to move on from Taylor Stubblefield, Bill O'Brien finds a new home, PSU's bad loss at Rutgers 25.01.2023 31:48

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on why Taylor Stubblefield is no longer at Penn State. Former Penn State head coach Bill O'Brien is back in the NFL with an old friend. And Jones explains why the men's basketball team's loss at Rutgers is a troubling sign moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A closer look at what Penn State is getting in new wideouts coach Marques Hagans, the Lions add a walk-on running back 24.01.2023 29:29

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's hiring of Marques Hagans to be the Lions' new wideouts coach and offensive recruiting coordinator. Hagans, who coached the receivers at Virginia previously, replaces Taylor Stubblefield, who was let go by James Franklin earlier this month. The development of Penn State's wide receiver room this offseason will be crucial to the team...

Why move on from Taylor Stubblefield? Former Penn State standouts loom large in NFL divisional round playoffs 18.01.2023 32:29

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders explore a couple of potential reasons to explain James Franklin's decision to cut ties with wideouts coach Taylor Stubblefield. David and Bob also discuss the impact that Saquon Barkley, Micah Parsons and Miles Sanders could have in the NFL divisional playoff rounds. Plus, Jones shares his thoughts on the Penn State men's basketball team's recent loss at Wi...

Recapping a frenetic last few days for Penn State's program: A key recruiting add, transfer portal news and a coaching change 18.01.2023 27:37

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders break down a wild last few days for James Franklin's Penn State program. Taylor Stubblefield is no longer coaching the Lions' wideouts, Dante Cephas is in the fold, and a standout in-state linebacker joins the 2024 recruiting class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Jones details his week on the West Coast for the Georgia-TCU title game, and trying to catch up with the Bulldogs 12.01.2023 26:30

PennLive’s David Jones and Bob Flounders dig in to what happened Monday night in Los Angeles when Georgia hammered TCU for the title. Jones spent the week in LA for the game and detailed his experience on the West Coast and offers his thoughts on how good the Bulldogs are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is Penn State one of college football's buzz teams entering 2023? Analyzing the decisions of Adisa Isaac and Curtis Jacobs 11.01.2023 31:08

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders kick off this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown with a few thoughts on the potential of James Franklin's Penn State team in 2023. Plus, how good can the Lions' defense be with Curtis Jacobs and Adisa Isaac returning? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State's win over Utah has the Lions' future looking 'rosy', thoughts on the playoff semifinals and Georgia-TCU 04.01.2023 36:59

PennLive's Bob Flounders and David Jones reflect on Penn State's impressive Rose Bowl triumph over Utah, and especially the play of quarterback Sean Clifford. What does the future hold for PSU? And Bob and Dave share their thoughts on the playoff semifinals and TCU-Georgia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Penn State sitting on a huge effort vs. Utah in the Rose Bowl? Lions work the transfer portal for a DB, more 29.12.2022 39:29

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders are in Los Angeles for Penn State's matchup with Utah in the Rose Bowl. Johnny and Bob break down the keys for the Lions against Utah and discuss Brenton Strange's NFL decision and PSU's recent transfer portal addition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State's most improved players, the Lions' defense preps for a big test vs. Utah in the Rose Bowl 27.12.2022 27:58

PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal kick off Penn State's Rose Bowl week with some thoughts on Utah's running game and the challenge the Lions' defense faces. Plus, a few recruiting tidbits and Bob and John share their thoughts on the Lions' most improved players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Signing Day breakdown for Penn State: How did the Nittany Lions do? 21.12.2022 27:11

PennLive’s Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal break down Signing Day for Penn State. The Nittany Lions are bringing in an impressive 2023 recruiting class, but where did they improve the most? Did they miss out at any key position? And were there any surprises on Wednesday morning? We break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First-year AD Pat Kraft has some big plans for Penn State, Micah Shrewsberry's impact on the Lions 20.12.2022 33:42

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss some recent comments made by Penn State first-year athletic director Pat Kraft. Is the Winter Classic a possibility for Beaver Stadium? Is Penn State prepared to host a playoff game in the expanded format that is coming? And Jones believes Micah Shrewsberry could be a hot commodity in coaching circles by season's end. Learn more about your ad choice...

Discussing the impact of the late Mike Leach, betting line thoughts on Penn State-Utah 15.12.2022 32:44

PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders reflect on the amazing coaching career of the late Mike Leach, who passed away earlier this week. The colorful Leach had a huge impact on the sport and his approach to offense changed the game. Plus, Jones shares his thoughts on who should be favored in the Penn State-Utah Rose Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices