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You'll never miss a moment of Penn State commentary, analysis, recruiting updates, team news, and more thanks to PennLive's Blue-White Breakdown. Hosts Bob Flounders, Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph offer pregame analysis, weekly predictions, and postgame takes! Visit pennlive.com/pennstatefootball for more and subscribe to the Blue-White Breakdown today.

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Recapping Penn State-Ohio State and looking ahead to what's left for the Lions in 2020: Blue-White Breakdown 01.11.2020 13:59

Hosts Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel offer insight on the Lions' latest setback and thoughts on how head coach James Franklin's team can move forward from the roads outside of Beaver Stadium as the duo drove home following the Buckeyes' 38-25 triumph. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking at Penn State's to-do list to knock off Ohio State 30.10.2020 6:38

Today's edition of the Blue-White Breakdown features three items for Penn State to fix and predictions for Saturday's showdown with Ohio State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can Penn State beat No. 3 Ohio State? Predictions, analysis, more: Blue White Breakdown 29.10.2020 28:46

Hosts Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel from PennLive breakdown the Nittany Lions' Week 2 showdown as head coach James Franklin and his team seek their first win of the 2020 season. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State gears up for big challenge, and bigger opportunity, vs. Ohio State 29.10.2020 6:39

Today's edition of the Blue-White Breakdown features a confident Sean Clifford and a huge test for Penn State's young linebackers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirk Herbstreit calls Penn State-Ohio State close to a 'must-win' for James Franklin 28.10.2020 6:41

Today's edition of the Blue-White Breakdown features Kirk Herbstreit's thoughts on Penn State-Ohio State and a looming recruiting battle. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel are joined for this Tuesday’s episode by Doug Lesmerises and Nathan Baird, who are the hosts of Cleveland.com’s ‘BuckeyeTalk’ podcast and experts on head coach Ryan Day’s team 27.10.2020 49:37

The quartet takes an in-depth look at the upcoming matchup between Penn State and Ohio State, including key questions both sides must answer, position groups to watch, and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A look at Penn State's drop in the polls and Jayson Oweh's dominant day 27.10.2020 7:28

Today's edition of the Blue-White Breakdown features a fall in the national polls and X-factors for Penn State's big matchup against Ohio State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The grades are in for Penn State's 36-35 loss to Indiana 26.10.2020 7:15

Which Lions thrived against the Hoosiers? An updated look at what we actually know about this Penn State team, and the Lions open as 8 point underdogs to Ohio State. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State-Indiana postgame show with Bob Flounders and David Jones: Blue-White Breakdown 25.10.2020 32:29

Bob Flounders and David Jones (from Memorial Stadium) discuss the aftermath of the Lions first loss of the season, as Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr., raced in for a two-point conversion that served as the game-winner in a 36-35 Hoosiers' triumph. Per the usual, the duo discusses the game, key plays, and break it down in only a way they can. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out info...

How big of a threat does Indiana pose to Penn State? 23.10.2020 6:52

Today's edition of the Blue-White Breakdown features changes to the Lions' travel plans and two freshmen looking to make a big, early impact. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blue-White Breakdown podcast: Bob Flounders and Dave Jones pick Penn State-Indiana, talk Big Ten road memories, more 10/22/20 22.10.2020 26:43

Join hosts and Penn State Football Beat Writer Bob Flounders and PennLive Sports Columnist David Jones for an extended look at Penn State's opener at Indiana. The duo also discuss men's basketball coach Pat Chambers' resignation, share their favorite Big Ten road memories (including a John Mellencamp story), and get you ready for the Lions' first game of the 2020 season. See acast.com/privacy for...

Penn State gets back on the board in the 2021 recruiting class 22.10.2020 6:42

Today's edition of the Blue-White Breakdown features commitment No. 14 in Penn State's 2021 recruiting class and predictions for Saturday's opener at Indiana. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eyeing Penn State's first depth chart of the season 21.10.2020 6:50

Penn State releases its first depth chart of the season, and it has a few big surprises. James Franklin discusses the medical condition that sidelined Journey Brown. Noah Cain is ready to rise to the challenge as the Lions' new starting running back. And Parker Washington is a name to know at wide receiver. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of the Blue-White Breakdown. See acast.com...

Blue-White Breakdown: Tuesday takeaways ahead of Indiana plus the first depth chart, Journey Brown’s status 20.10.2020 30:23

Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel of PennLive recap the latest on the Nittany Lions as kick off against Indiana approaches. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State players to watch in Saturday's season opener 20.10.2020 7:04

Penn State-Ohio State gets a kickoff time. A look at X-factors for both teams when the Lions and Hoosiers square off on Saturday. Five Penn State players who will soon make headlines. And the Lions hand out the number zero for the first time in program history. off their season as one of the nation's top 10 teams. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of the Blue-White Breakdown. See ac...

Blue-White Breakdown Episode 1: Previewing the Penn State football season, plus record predictions! 19.10.2020 43:24

Host Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel introduce PennLive's new Penn State football podcast and offer an outlook on the season ahead plus win/loss predictions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State sets its sights on Indiana, Indiana, Indiana 19.10.2020 7:00

It's Indiana week, and Penn State's long offseason is officially over. We take a look at key storylines, notes and themes for Saturday's season opener. We've also got some bold Penn State season predictions. And the Lions will officially kick off their season as one of the nation's top 10 teams. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of the Blue-White Breakdown. See acast.com/privacy for...

Introducing the Blue-White Breakdown, a Penn State football podcast from PennLive 16.10.2020 1:20

You love Penn State football, and at PennLive, we love bringing you the latest news, notes, commentary, and analysis about the Nittany Lions. It's why we're expanding our weekly podcast offerings with the Blue-White Breakdown ahead of the 2020 season. Dustin Hockensmith will continue to provide daily updates five days a week, but now, you'll hear from David Jones, Bob Flounders, and Greg Pickel on...

Talking 'freaks' and notable changes to the Lions' roster 16.10.2020 7:04

Penn State updates its roster in advance of next week's season opener at Indiana. A heated competition is unfolding for spots in the Lions' safety rotation. Penn State has loaded up on young talent at the defensive tackle position. And Adisa Isaac leads a group of young Lions players who are freaks in waiting. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update. See acast.com...

Penn State begins their 2020 season at Indiana 15.10.2020 23:20

PennLive Sports Reporters Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel look at Penn State's first game of the COVID delayed 2020 Big Ten football season next week at Indiana in this last edition of the the Penn State Blitz, Oct. 15, 2020. Starting next week the podcast expands to several times a week and will be renamed "Blue / White Breakdown." See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn mo...

One Lions starter has looked 'unbelievable' this preseason 15.10.2020 6:21

Penn State's James Franklin addresses the team's ongoing wide receiver competition. Jaquan Brisker has looked unbelievable going into his second season. The PennLive staff makes its predictions for season record, breakout stars and MVP picks. And P.J. Mustipher is looking to make big strides in one specific area his junior season. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of The Penn State...

Sleeper picks and key position battles 14.10.2020 6:57

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford will be the driving force behind the Lions' offense. We take a look at the questions and high points of Penn State's depth chart on defense. Who are the Lions' sleepers for the 2020 season? And which position battles are Penn State's most important as the preseason winds to a close? We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update. See...

Lions (finally) have their first kickoff time of the 2020 season 13.10.2020 6:58

Penn State now has a kickoff time for its season opener at Indiana. We take a look at Penn State's depth chart on the offensive side of the ball in 2020. The Lions maintain their spot in the top 10 of the AP and Coaches polls. And we take a trip down memory lane with a look back at Penn State's 2018 recruiting class. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update. See ac...

Sean Clifford is impressed by Kirk Ciarrocca, and the Lions' O-line has arrived 12.10.2020 6:24

FOX Sports analyst Reggie Bush says he thinks the world of Penn State running back Journey Brown. Sean Clifford is impressed with Kirk Ciarrocca's attention to detail. Penn State's offensive line looks like it has arrived for the 2020 season. And Jahan Dotson talks about key topics facing the Penn State offense this fall. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update. S...

Could the Lions be due for more recruiting success? 09.10.2020 7:01

Penn State's scholarship count is projected at 83 for the 2020 season. The Lions coaches still believe a strong push is coming in the 2021 recruiting class. Freshman Theo Johnson has all the tools to be an elite tight end. And half the Lions' challenge in 2020 is getting ready for a new normal. We’ll break down those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update. See acast.com/privacy for pri...