Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

Penn State's failures in the pass attack have been a consistent frustration during a five-game losing streak, along with a lack of looks at young receiver talent. Following a Monday press conference with interim coach Terry Smith, with discuss that topic and other Nittany Lions storylines after a loss at Ohio State. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X:...

Penn State threatened to put No. 1 Ohio State on upset alert at halftime of a Saturday matchup. Beyond that, the Buckeyes dominated and sent the Nittany Lions to a fifth straight loss. Our postgame podcast focuses on key storylines from another disappointing result for PSU. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_c...

Penn State faces a major challenge in trying to snap its four-game losing streak, visiting No. 1 Ohio State for a Saturday matchup. Following a visit to Nittany Lions practice, we review top PSU storylines and players to watch before offering game predictions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @Mark...

Ahead of Penn State's matchup at No. 1 Ohio State, we welcome Buckeyes insider Patrick Murphy for a closer look at that squad and potential PSU coach candidate Brian Hartline. Then we catch up on Nittany Lions recruiting and the early tasks for this program's next leader. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_cal...

Penn State returns to game action after its bye week with a visit to unbeaten Big Ten powerhouse Ohio State. Fresh out of a Monday press conference with Nittany Lions interim coach Terry Smith, we review key storylines across the field. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subs...

Penn State reached its second bye week of the season with plenty to improve upon. The Nittany Lions have lost four games in a row, and next face No. 1 Ohio State. Following a practice visit, conversations with interim coach Terry Smith and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, we break things down. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTak...

More than a week into Penn State's head coaching search, we're joined by 247Sports/CBS national analyst Chris Hummer, who is always plugged into the college football coaching carousel. This discussion focuses on James Franklin's firing, AD Pat Kraft and a collection of candidates that includes Nebraska's Matt Rhule, a trio of SEC leaders, and current coordinators who could be a fit. Enjoy complete...

Penn State is now riding a four-game losing streak after seeing an 11-point lead turn into a 25-24 defeat at Iowa. From pass-game struggles to defensive failures in crunch time, recurring results continue to send this Nittany Lions season south. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follo...

A new era begins for Penn State this Saturday at Iowa as the Nittany Lions enter a game without James Franklin as head coach and without Drew Allar at quarterback. Following a visit to team facilities, we focus on team mentality, Terry Smith and Ethan Grunkemeyer before spotlighting players to watch and score predictions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team...

Penn State football's next two recruiting classes have undergone major changes since the Sunday firing of head coach James Franklin. We break down what comes next in Nittany Lions' class-building efforts, then are joined by an Iowa insider for a closer look at PSU's matchup with the Hawkeyes. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @dani...

Fresh out of press conferences with Penn State athletics director Pat Kraft and interim head coach Terry Smith, we review how the Nittany Lions got to this moment of change and what comes next. There are also several more thoughts to share on the firing of James Franklin, along with an adjustment at quarterback. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lio...

The James Franklin era has ended for Penn State football. Following the Nittany Lions head coach's firing, we break things down on a new Lions247 Podcast. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever yo...

Penn State's bad situation became worse Saturday with a third straight loss. Recording from Beaver Stadium, we review a 22-21 loss to Northwestern, James Franklin's status, Drew Allar's injury and try to make sense of how things got here. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or su...

Following a trip to the Penn State practice field, there are several storylines to discuss ahead of a Saturday matchup against Northwestern. We review takeaways from time with James Franklin and talk top focuses for Game 6. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the...

Penn State football recruiting is in the spotlight, as we spend time updating the outlook on quarterback targets and the potential impact of on-field struggles. Then we focus on the Nittany Lions' next opponent with a Northwestern reporter. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or...

Penn State is attempting to pick up the pieces after an all-time ugly loss at UCLA. Fresh out of a James Franklin press conference in Beaver Stadium, we break down the most concerning elements of that Nittany Lions defeat and top takeaways from the head coach. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @Mark...

Penn State's Saturday visit to the Rose Bowl turned into an absolute disaster, as the No. 7 Nittany Lions lost to a previously winless UCLA team. The Bruins jumped out to a stunning 27-7 halftime lead and prevented PSU from completing a comeback, resulting in the worst defeat of the James Franklin era. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDs...

Penn State must make adjustments after the loss of starting linebacker Tony Rojas to a long-term injury. We examine the names to know moving forward, then shift focus to additional PSU practice takeaways and previewing the Nittany Lions' Saturday game at UCLA. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @Mark...

What's the Penn State recruiting feedback from a White Out that featured more than 200 visitors, and which flip targets committed elsewhere made it to campus? Plus, we break down Game 5 opponent UCLA with a Bruins reporter. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the...

What's next for the Penn State football team after a frustrating loss to Oregon? Fresh of out a James Franklin press conference, this conversation features focus on offensive inconsistencies, slumping senior players and program mentality moving forward. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrenna...

No. 3 Penn State struggled offensively while falling behind 17-3 against No. 6 Oregon, then found a late spark to force overtime. Ultimately, another painful loss to a top-ranked opponent awaited. We address the lows, highs and key takeaways on our latest Lions247 Postgame Podcast. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen...

The wait is nearly over, as No. 3 Penn State hosts No. 6 Oregon for a Saturday night White Out showdown in Beaver Stadium. Following a visit to Nittany Lions practice, we review key team updates, matchup storylines, players to watch and finish with score predictions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvarus...

Penn State is set to host a major college football spectacle Saturday night, with the White Out game featuring massive recruiting opportunities and an epic Big Ten battle. We take a closer look from both angles, reviewing top prospects expected in attendance and breaking down Oregon with a Ducks insider. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @T...

No. 3 Penn State is preparing for a Big Ten showdown against No. 6 Oregon with White Out conditions Saturday night in Beaver Stadium. Fresh out of a James Franklin press conference, we discuss key Nittany Lions storylines to start a high-stakes week. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan....

Penn State has a break from game action but on-field work continues as the Nittany Lions prepare for Big Ten competition. This Lions247 Podcast details top takeaways from our latest look at practice action, along with bye week commentary from head coach James Franklin and coordinators. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgal...