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One of Penn State’s 2021 recruits de-commits then re-commits. James Franklin is down to two members of his original Penn State coaching staff. Penn State wrestling adds another nationally ranked recruit. And Penn State basketball is now a “lock” for the NCAA Tournament. We’ll tackle those headlines coming up on this edition of The Penn State Update. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...

Penn State scores high marks in ESPN SP+ ratings, Kirk Ciarrocca sees the potential in QB Sean Clifford See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State gets high marks for its 5-year recruiting average. We take a look at Penn State specialists for the 2020 season. James Franklin explains what he shares with walk-on recruits. And Penn State basketball is in the hunt for a Big Ten title. We’ll tackle those headlines coming up on this edition of The Penn State Update. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more a...

PSU finds a defensive line coach in John Scott Jr —Bob and Greg discuss the hire and what it means for the Lions. —What does his connection to Brent Pry mean for the defense in 2020? Did PSU upgrade its staff this off-season? —The answer appears to be yes at offensive coordinator and offensive line, but what about the other two hires? The picture isn’t as clear. Third down: Former Lion coaches end...

Penn State’s interior offensive linemen are set to dominate in 2020. Michigan State finds its next football coach. Did the Lions upgrade their coaching staff, downgrade or stay the same? And Penn State hoops stays hot with another impressive road win. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn m...

Penn State has a new defensive line coach who has Sean Spencer’s endorsement. The Lions basketball team continued its climb up the AP national poll. Sean Lee expects to be back for his 11th season with the Dallas Cowboys. And Matt McGloin is a catalyst for the XFL’s New York Guardians. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for priva...

Penn State’s James Franklin explains where his team stands against the NCAA’s scholarship limit. James Franklin and Taylor Stubblefield explain how they joined forces this offseason. Lamont Wade is the Lions’ safety to watch in 2020. And 2021 commit Nate Bruce says he can’t wait to work with O-line coach Phil Trautwein. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podca...

To everyone's surprise, PSU running back Ricky Slade announces that he is entering the transfer following signing day on Wednesday, February 5th. Bob Flounders and Greg Pickel discuss this shocking turn along with many more updates in this week's Penn State Blitz Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State’s Ricky Slade hits the NCAA transfer portal. Coach James Franklin addresses staff changes and plenty more as he met the press on Wednesday. Kirk Ciarrocca shares his offensive philosophy. And the Lions wrap up their 2020 recruiting class with an uneventful National Signing Day. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for pr...

Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio resigns his position after 13 seasons. James Franklin is now the longest-tenured coach in the Big Ten East Division. The passing game is the Lions’ biggest question mark in 2020. And Tariq Castro-Fields returns to lead a talented cornerback group. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy a...

Penn State could be losing a veteran cornerback to the NCAA transfer portal. James Franklin’s top target to fill his open coaching position will reportedly stay at his current school. Sean Spencer says thank you to Nittany Nation. And how close are the Lions to contending in the Big Ten next season? We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/pr...

Penn State is in the market for a new defensive line coach. The Lions are bringing back a former offensive lineman as an analyst. Penn State basketball stays hot with a road win over Nebraska. And Penn State wrestling bounces back from a tough loss at No. 1 Iowa. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informat...

Penn State has a favorable 2020 schedule among College Football Playoff contenders. Mac Hippenhammer will once again focus on baseball this spring. Bob Flounders breaks down who’s back on Penn State’s offensive line in 2020. And Penn State’s men’s basketball team picks up another big win. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for pr...

Penn State picks up a commitment from a talented preferred walk-on. Young Lions talent is looking to emerge in 2020. A look at where the Nittany Lion mascot ranks among the Big Ten’s best. And Penn State wrestler Mark Hall talks about Friday’s big match at No. 1 Iowa. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inf...

First down: Justin Shorter officially leaves the Lions --The receiver entered the transfer portal in November but just picked Florida as his new home on Sunday. --Why have the Lions had so many hits and misses with top-rated receivers? --How does the WR picture look in 2020?   Second down: These are the key dates to watch during the off-season --What should fans be watching for? --Key recruiting d...

Penn State recruit Curtis Jacobs picks up a fifth star from 247Sports. Which Penn State tight end outside of Pat Freiermuth will be ready for primetime? The Lions have a date for their 2020 homecoming game. And a way-too-early look at Penn State’s defense next season. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inf...

Penn State gets a personal day with one of its top recruiting targets. Micah Parsons is already on the radar for the 2021 NFL Draft. Sean Clifford is on the odds board for the 2020 Heisman Trophy. And Penn State’s basketball team jumps back into the AP top 25. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information...

Former Penn State wide receiver Justin Shorter finds a new college home. We’ve got six predictions for the 2020 season. Two Lions make ESPN’s early 2020 All-America team. And Penn State’s wrestling team scores a big road win at Nebraska. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your...

Penn State’s Micah Parsons gets recognized as one of the nation’s best players. One former Lion is a 1st-round pick in the latest Associated Press NFL mock draft. A look at the latest Penn State scholarship projection for 2020. And do the Lions have a wideout who can put a scare into opposing defenses? We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/...

Penn State’s defensive end group is looking dangerous in 2020. John Urschel is named to the College Football Playoff Committee. K.J. Hamler is Mr. Excitement in the 2020 NFL Draft. And Penn State basketball has very good odds of reaching the NCAA Tournament. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information....

Blitz: First down: Penn State’s updated end picture —Shaka Toney is back, Yetur Gross-Matos is going, and Daniel Joseph is in the transfer portal. —What does it mean for the Lions and position coach Sean Spencer?   Second down: Who is Penn States new receivers coach? —it appears that James Franklin has officially filled out his staff with Taylor Stubblefield as his wide receivers coach. —What does...

Penn State gets big news on All-Big Ten defensive end Shaka Toney. The Lions lose another player to the NCAA transfer portal. Penn State’s wide receivers face a critical challenge in 2020. And the Lions are tied with the most players suiting up in Super Bowl 54. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informati...

A big Penn State recruiting weekend ends with no new commitments. The Lions rank among the nation’s top ticket sellers in 2019. A closer look at new Penn State receivers coach Taylor Stubblefield. And more Penn State players who could turn heads next season. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information....

Penn State hires a wide receivers coach. Penn State basketball gets back in the win column in a big way. Redshirts from the Lions’ 2019 recruiting class are poised to make moves. And January could yield commitments in the 2021 recruiting class. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more abo...

Three Penn State players have a chance to surprise in 2020. Early preparations have already begun in Penn State’s weight room. The Lions have gotten plenty of love in early preseason rankings. And former Penn State coordinator Bob Shoop reportedly lands at Michigan. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out infor...