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Penn State offensive tackles will be on the spot at Ohio State, Justin Fields details his decommitment from the Lions 19.11.2019 5:18

Penn State’s offensive tackles will be on the spot at Ohio State. KJ Hamler’s health will be a key storyline for the Lions. Justin Fields details how he went from Penn State commit to Georgia and Ohio State. And Penn State-Rutgers has a kick time. 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...

Penn State stays put in national rankings, opens as a heavy underdog at Ohio State 18.11.2019 5:18

Penn State sees no change in its national ranking after beating Indiana. The Lions are 19-point underdogs in their showdown with Ohio State. Run defense made the difference in a 34-27 win over Indiana. And “College GameDay” will be in Columbus for Lions-Buckeyes. 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-Indiana predictions and James Franklin’s view on his passionate fans 15.11.2019 5:05

The Penn State picks are in for Saturday’s Indiana game. Big Ten refs might not be as unfair to Penn State as you might think. James Franklin describes the pros and cons of a passionate fan base, and the Lions land on one ESPN writer's “Bottom 10” list. 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...

Penn State will see Ohio State’s Chase Young next week, top recruit delays his decision date 14.11.2019 5:31

Ohio State’s Chase Young will return from suspension for Penn State. The Lions have matchup advantages in a number of areas against Indiana. A top Penn State recruit has pushed back his decision date. And James Franklin dishes on how to get more from his No. 3 receivers. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...

James Franklin's vent session and Penn State's loss against Minnesota 13.11.2019 21:47

First down: Breaking down James Franklin's vent session --The coach went on a long monologue to close his Tuesday news conference. --What does it mean now, and also in the future? Second down: Penn State in the CFP --The Lions were No. 9 in this week's CFP top-25. Minnesota was No. 8, Ohio State was No. 2, and Indiana was unranked. --What are the Lions likely bowl destinations? Third down: P...

Penn State drops in the College Football Playoff rankings, James Franklin rails against criticism 13.11.2019 6:15

Penn State falls to No. 9 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings. Coach James Franklin addresses the press on Tuesday. Tom Allen has the highest of praise for the Nittany Lions program. And Penn State updates its depth chart for the Indiana game. 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. Lea...

Penn State’s to-do list to beat Indiana, Lions pass rush must rise to the occasion 12.11.2019 6:04

Penn State opens as a 14-point favorite against visiting Indiana. More disruption will be required to bounce back against the Hoosiers. The Lions’ bowl picture changes after the loss to Minnesota, and Penn State’s latest commit explains why he chose the Lions. 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 falls in the national polls, handing out grades in the loss to Minnesota 11.11.2019 6:38

Penn State falls in the Associated Press and Coaches polls. Penn State’s defense was outwitted and outplayed by Minnesota. PennLive’s Bob Flounders grades the Lions in their loss to the Gophers, and Greg Pickel comes to the defense of offensive coordinator Ricky Rahne. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...

Penn State-Minnesota picks are in, James Franklin talks College Football Playoff rankings 08.11.2019 5:23

The Penn State-Minnesota picks are in. Kirk Herbstreit and Todd Blackledge have plenty of good things to say about the Lions. James Franklin talks about the College Football Playoff rankings, and Judge Culpepper is a Penn State player on the spot at Minnesota. 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-Ohio State has a kickoff time, how the Lions landed at No. 4 in the College Football Playoff rankings 07.11.2019 5:58

Penn State-Ohio State has an official kickoff time. The College Football Playoff committee explains how the Lions got their No. 4 ranking. PennLive’s Bob Flounders breaks down the Penn State-Minnesota matchup, and David Jones answers the question: why on earth would James Franklin want the Florida State job? We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acas...

PSU prepares for Minnesota game 06.11.2019 24:22

Penn State coach James Franklin is leery about Minnesota's big and talented offensive line and also its trio of receivers who are fast and athletic. The Lions can match up with both, however, on what looks to be a cold but otherwise calm day weather-wise in Minneapolis. Here's how this week's PSU clash will play out. Player(s) on the spot: Penn State cannot let Golden Gophers QB Tanner Mor...

Penn State makes history in College Football Playoff rankings, James Franklin addresses coaching rumors 06.11.2019 5:39

Penn State makes its debut in the first run of the College Football Playoff rankings. Noah Cain and John Reid are expected to play at Minnesota this weekend. The Lions’ official depth chart features a handful of interesting changes, and James Franklin has a response to rumors connecting him to open coaching jobs. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See...

An early Penn State-Minnesota weather forecast, X-factors to watch for the Lions and Gophers 05.11.2019 5:28

Snow is in the early forecast for Penn State-Minnesota. The Gophers' big wide receivers are X-factors against the Lions. James Franklin is listed among the candidates for the open Florida State job, and PennLive’s David Jones offers his Penn State-Minnesota take in the latest edition of his Big Ten Power Poll. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See ac...

Penn State is a road favorite at Minnesota, P.J. Mustipher highlights list of Lions to watch down the stretch 04.11.2019 5:53

Penn State is a 6 1/2-point favorite at Minnesota this weekend. PJ Mustipher tops a list of five Lions to watch over the next four weeks. Penn State could be loaded in 2020, and Sean Clifford's play is one of eight key takeaways from the Lions 8-0 start. 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. Lear...

Penn State coach James Franklin shares his best recruiting stories, Micah Parsons is the D’s top dog 01.11.2019 4:55

James Franklin tells some terrific stories about his time on the recruiting trail. Micah Parsons is the clear top dog on a fast and furious Penn State defense. The bye-week recruiting calendar takes shape for Franklin and his staff. And Big Ten coaches share their favorite musical acts. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for priv...

Penn State coach James Franklin assesses Jayson Oweh’s potential, a busy recruiting day for the PSU staff 31.10.2019 5:33

Penn State coach James Franklin goes in-depth on Jayson Oweh’s potential. Paul Finebaum from the SEC Network supports “College GameDay” going to Minnesota next week. Wednesday was a big recruiting day for Franklin and his staff, and PennLive’s David Jones wonders if Franklin gets enough credit. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy...

PSU bye week ahead of the Minnesota game 30.10.2019 24:36

First down: How will the Lions enjoy their bye? --Penn State is 8-0, just like everyone expected, and now gets a bye heading into a matchup with undefeated Minnesota. --Greg and Bob discuss the season to date, recall key moments, and share their thoughts on the most important bye adjustments. Second down: Lions down a starter heading west --Antonio Shelton was suspended one game after spitting...

Penn State suspends Antonio Shelton, Urban Meyer raves about team speed 30.10.2019 5:18

Urban Meyer sees a Penn State team with speed that rivals Ohio State’s. Antonio Shelton will be suspended for the Minnesota game. The Gophers REALLY want College GameDay to come to town. And the NCAA will allow its student-athletes to benefit from their own name, image and likeness. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy...

Penn State-Minnesota has a kick time, and the latest PSU bowl projections are out 29.10.2019 5:28

Penn State’s showdown at Minnesota has an official start time. The Lions’ latest bowl projections and Big Ten title odds are out. Jayson Oweh and Blake Gillikin won weekly awards from the Big Ten. And PennLive’s Bob Flounders look at key storylines going into Penn State’s bye week. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy a...

Penn State-Michigan State grades are in, and the Lions move up in the national rankings 28.10.2019 5:23

The grades are in from Penn State’s 28-7 win over Michigan State. The Lions are on the move into the top-5 of this week’s AP poll. A young Penn State pass-rusher is showing big-time promise. And James Franklin feels the emotion after conquering Michigan State. 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 is a College Football Playoff contender, Lions plan to burn another redshirt 25.10.2019 4:50

Penn State could be a contender for the College Football Playoff. Even so, the Lions are on upset alert in East Lansing this weekend. Special teams penalties are under the watchful eye of James Franklin, and Penn State plans to burn the redshirt of another true freshman. We’ll cover all those headlines on this edition of The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...

Penn State-Michigan State predictions, explaining the Lions’ offensive lulls 24.10.2019 5:15

The Penn State-Michigan State picks are in. PennLive’s Bob Flounders takes a look inside the Lions-Spartans matchup. Penn State’s James Franklin offers an explanation for the lulls of his offense. And Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio shares his thoughts on Saturday’s matchup in East Lansing. We look at those headlines on today’s Penn State Update. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...

Where does PSU stand going into the Michigan State game and what is going on PSU's inconsistent offense? 23.10.2019 24:18

First down: Getting to the bottom of the Noah Cain story --The running back doesn't play as much as many feel he should. Why? And will it change moving forward? --James Franklin offered some insight, but what did it really tell us? Second down: What's with the lulls on offense? --Is it just a little inconsistency, or is it a big problem moving forward? --What can the Lions do to improve and move...

James Franklin on Noah Cain, Jim Harbaugh considers NFL return 23.10.2019 5:22

James Franklin goes in-depth on why Noah Cain wasn’t used more in the Michigan game. Micah Parsons is barely scratching the surface of his immense talent. Franklin is the 11th-highest paid coach in the country. And Jim Harbaugh is reportedly considering a return to the NFL. We’ll cover all those headlines today on The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out informa...

Penn State could be Rose Bowl-bound, Lions release updated depth chart 22.10.2019 4:46

K.J. Hamler is your Big Ten offensive player of the week. We look at the highlights and lowlights from the win over Michigan. Penn State could be Pasadena-bound. And the Lions roll out their updated depth chart for Michigan State. We’ll cover all those headlines today on The Penn State Update podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...