Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

It's Draft Day, so we take our focus away from spring ball and onto the former Nittany Lions that hope to hear their name called this weekend in the NFL Draft. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down where they see former Penn State players Micah Parsons, Jayson Oweh, Pat Freiermuth, Shaka Toney, Michal Menet, Will Fries and Lamont Wade landing at the next level. The guys also talk about players we...

Spring ball is in the books at Penn State and we're taking a look at five players on each side of the ball that helped their cause the most. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down their picks on each side of the ball and discuss what it means moving forward. The guys chat about the recruiting angle from Friday night and Sean breaks down Beau Pribula at the Elite 11 in Philadelphia. This episode is...

That's a wrap on Penn State's spring ball. The Nittany Lions held a final scrimmage in Beaver Stadium on Friday night and we got a chance to check it out. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue were on hand to check out the action. Get their thoughts on the scrimmage, if Penn State has made any progress in the last week and which recruits were in town on Friday. This episode is sponsored by the campaign to r...

We'll be back in Beaver Stadium on Friday for another spring Penn State scrimmage, so let's pause to take a last look at Saturday's action and see what that means for this weekend. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down anything they may have missed in the aftermath of Saturday and talk about what they're hoping to see on Friday. The guys also welcome in 247Sports National Writer Chris Hummer for...

There was live football in Beaver Stadium on Saturday and we were on hand to take in the action. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about Saturday's scrimmage and what we may or may not have learned from the intrasquad action. Check out our MVPs, position-by-position rundown and more in this special weekend episode. This episode is sponsored by the campaign to re-elect former Nittany Lions All-Ameri...

Saturday will mark the end of Penn State's spring practice session, and the Nittany Lions will do so with an open practice in Beaver Stadium. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down what they'll be watching and talk about the news of the week. This episode is sponsored by the campaign to re-elect former Nittany Lions All-American linebacker Brandon Short to Penn State's Board of Trustees. Register...

Recruiting events are starting to ramp up again this spring, so we're bringing back 247Sports' Brian Dohn for a second consecutive week to talk about what he saw over the weekend from a couple future Nittany Lions. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue also talk transfer destinations for a few former Nittany Lions and the reported opening of the NCAA Dead Period in June. Follow the guys on Twitter: @Seanfit...

Penn State made defensive line coach John Scott Jr. available this week, so it's only natural that we'll focus this week's second episode on the defensive side of the ball. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the latest from spring camp, what options the Nittany Lions have on the defensive line and how linebacker is shaping up. Finally, Sean welcomes in 247Sports National Analyst Brian Dohn to...

Penn State has passed the midway point of spring practice. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to break down what we've heard from James Franklin and others so far. The guys take a closer look at the wide receiver room and where things stand for Taylor Stubblefield's crew. Finally, they get into some recruiting and Transfer Portal news. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake

After a week vacation, Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to catch you up with the latest on Penn State football. We talk Pro Day and how it impacts the upcoming NFL Draft, provide the latest on spring practice and dive into the developing summer ahead for Penn State recruiting. Follow the guys on Twitter: @Seanfitz247 @TDsTake

Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue switch gears for a little and talk about Penn State basketball's newest head coach, Micah Shrewsbury, with Mark Brennan. The trio also took the opportunity to break down what the Nittany Lions look to accomplish in spring football and what storylines we'll be watching in the next month. Follow the guys on Twitter: @Seanfitz247 @TDsTake @MarkXBrennan

Penn State opened its spring practice on Monday for the first time in nearly two years. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue recap James Franklin's pre-spring comments and what we're watching from the Nittany Lions in the next few weeks. The guys are then joined by new Penn State quarterback commitment Drew Allar to get a feel for his pledge to the Nittany Lions. Check out the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247...

Former Penn State tight end Pat Freiermuth joined Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue this week to talk draft prep, his road back from shoulder surgery and plenty more in a wide-ranging interview. The guys talk a bunch of recruiting and touch on some NFL free agency talk with some former Nittany Lions likely to strike it rich this offseason.

Penn State got the week started in a big way with a commitment from four-star quarterback Drew Allar, bringing the Nittany Lions' Class of 2022 up to eight commits. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the addition and what Allar brings to the table. They guys also welcome in wide receiver commit Kaden Saunders to talk about Allar, his pledge and where things stand in his own recruitment. Follow...

Is Penn State's quarterback recruiting in the Class of 2022 about to reach its high point? Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the latest Drew Allar scuttle and bring in current quarterback commitment Beau Pribula to join the show. The guys talk a little recruiting and dip into the first Big Board of the cycle. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake

Penn State made another offensive addition to its staff on Monday. We talk Danny O'Brien and what that means for the Nittany Lions. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to talk more recruiting. with updates on Nick Singleton, Jordan Humphrey and more. Finally, the guys depart with an extended Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake

Penn State's on-field staff seems to be set with the addition of Anthony Poindexter, but the Nittany Lions have off-field staff changes on the way. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the additions of offensive analyst Dowell Loggains and recruiting specialist Kenny Sanders and what their roles will be moving forward. The guys also dip into recruiting before going headfirst into the topic with...

Penn State is ready to fill the void left by Tim Banks with former Virginia standout and Purdue assistant Anthony Poindexter. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about what you should know about 'Dex' before the hire becomes official. We also welcome in special guest Brandon Short, a former All-American linebacker for the Nittany Lions and a current member of the Penn State Board of Trustees to get h...

The college football offseason has rolled on with the Transfer Portal at the forefront. This week the news broke that Zack Kuntz would be exploring his options as a grad transfer. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the move and what it means for the Nittany Lions at tight end next year. The guys talk a little recruiting before Tyler goes one-on-one with Bud Elliott of 247Sports to break down t...

Penn State is in the market for a new assistant coach following the departure of Tim Banks. What are the Nittany Lions in the market for when looking for a replacement? Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break it down and take a look at the room which the new guy will inherit. The guys also talk a little 2022 running back recruiting and check into the ramifications of the NCAA's eligibility ruling on the...

The Class of 2022 has been a winding road so far, and it's about to get even bumpier with the news that the dead period could extend to the end of May. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue discuss the potential fallout and weave it into the story of the last week, which is the coaching change at tight end at Penn State. The guys welcome in grad transfer offensive lineman Eric Wilson, who talks about his jo...

Penn State made a move on Friday morning to replace the departed Tyler Bowen, as the Nittany Lions tabbed former offensive lineman and analyst Ty Howle for the job. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down what he brings to the table and what's next for the Nittany Lions. The guys also talk 2022 quarterbacks and tight ends in the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake

National Signing Day No. 2 is in the books, with the Nittany Lions adding a pledge from Minnesota four-star Davon Townley on Wednesday morning. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the addition and what it means for the rest of the class. We also talk about the departure of Tyler Bowen and how the Nittany Lions will fill that position. Finally, the media met Mike Yurcich for the first time this...

A pair of notable Nittany Lions entered the NCAA Transfer Portal on Thursday. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to talk about the potential departures of Will Levis and Lance Dixon and what it means for Penn State moving forward. The guys also talk a little recruiting and go into the Five-Star Mailbag for a few questions.

Penn State added its fifth scholarship transfer of the offseason on Wednesday morning in the form of Harvard offensive lineman Eric Wilson. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about his decision and what it means for the Nittany Lions' offensive line in 2021. The guys also talked about Sandy Barbour's comments this week and break down some last-minute 2021 recruiting news. The Five-Star Mailbag goes...