Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Wrestling

Penn State Nittany Lions face a pivotal crossroads as athletic director Pat Kraft weighs bold decisions in the search for a new head football coach. With top candidates like Bob Chesney from James Madison and Eli Drinkwitz from Missouri in the spotlight, questions swirl: Who brings the higher ceiling, sharper recruiting acumen, and culture fit for Happy Valley? Wild card contenders, including NFL...

Shockwaves hit Penn State football as James Franklin leaves for Virginia Tech, leaving the Nittany Lions searching for a new identity and head coach. Can Virginia Tech capitalize on Franklin's recruiting prowess, or are they repeating old mistakes? Zach Seyko and Matt Freiler debate Franklin’s legacy, the threat of roster and coaching staff migration, and whether Penn State risks losing rising sta...

Locked On Nittany Lions host Zach Seyko reacts to the latest news surrounding Mike Elko staying at Texas A&M and James Franklin signing with Virginia Tech! Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub\_confirmation=1 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! DoorDash With DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order —...

Virginia Tech lands former Penn State head coach James Franklin, sending shockwaves through college football. Will Franklin’s recruiting prowess turn the ACC upside down—and which Nittany Lions stars might follow him to Blacksburg? Zach Seyko explores the high-stakes changes as Penn State faces a roster shakeup and fierce transfer portal battles. Names like Tony Rojas, Amari Campbell, and Grunkeme...

Mike Elko is OFF Penn State's coaching board after signing an extension. But now Pat Kraft will set its sights on another "unlikely" SEC head coach. Locked On Nittany Lions host Zach Seyko explains why Alabama's Kalen DeBoer becomes the next whale type of hire that Penn State would very much like to make. Zach also lays of the current odds of who the next head coach could be. Plus, find out which...

Penn State finally gets its FIRST Big Ten win of the season — and we’re breaking it all down LIVE. In this instant reaction show, I dive into how the Nittany Lions battled past Michigan State, the key moments that swung the game, who stepped up, what this win means moving forward, and how it changes the outlook for this team the rest of the way. Plus, we'll talk about the coaching carousel, as upd...

Penn State Nittany Lions spark fresh hope with explosive offense, but defensive lapses linger against Michigan State. Can Ethan Grunkemeyer and Devonte Ross sustain this newfound firepower to close the season strong? Zach Seyko spotlights the long-awaited big plays, the evolution of Penn State’s run-pass blueprint with Nicholas Singleton and Katron Allen, and the pivotal role of special teams in t...

Penn State Nittany Lions offense finally finds its rhythm as Ethan Grunkemeier steps up against Michigan State. Can Nicholas Singleton and Catron Allen capitalize on Sparty’s porous defense and reclaim the Land Grant Trophy? The quarterback’s development, explosive plays from Trevor Pena, and improved play calling highlight a long-awaited offensive surge. Will Penn State’s battle-tested roster lig...

Penn State Nittany Lions wrestling dominate Oklahoma with a 45-0 shutout, raising questions about whether anyone can stop their historic dual meet streak—now at 72 wins. Can this powerhouse squad break Oklahoma State’s all-time record? Zach Seyko spotlights standout performances from Connor Mirasola, who toppled #8 DJ Parker, and true freshmen Marcus Blaze and Joe Sealey, both delivering explosive...

Penn State ramps up its head coaching search, refusing to settle for anything less than a program-changing hire. Could Mike Elko, Kalen DeBoer, or NFL veteran Brian Daboll be the answer? Zach Seyko unpacks the widening field of coaching candidates, questions why major programs haven’t locked in their stars, and examines Pat Kraft’s risk tolerance for hitting a home run. Is the next leader already...

Penn State and Iowa are once again at the center of college wrestling — but this time, the power balance may have shifted for good. Host Zach Seyko (Locked On Nittany Lions) and Trent Condon (Locked On Hawkeyes) break down the 2025–26 wrestling season, comparing lineups, key matchups, and recruiting outlooks. Penn State looks unbeatable with Mitchell Mesenbrink, Levi Haynes, and P.J. Duke, while I...

Big Ten playoff hopes hang in the balance as conference chaos continues. How many teams will crash the College Football Playoff party? Ten Big Ten podcast hosts break down the latest rankings and deliver predictions for Week 12's crucial matchups. The discussion covers Iowa's historic struggles on the West Coast ahead of their USC showdown, Michigan State's defensive collapse against Penn State, a...

Two wrestling powerhouses — one epic rivalry?! In this Locked On Crossover, Zach Seyko (Locked On Nittany Lions) and Cody Stovall (Locked On Oklahoma State) break down how Cael Sanderson’s Penn State dynasty continues to dominate the sport, and how David Taylor’s Oklahoma State Cowboys are quickly closing the gap. They compare title contenders, key matchups (like Rocco Welsh vs. Zack Ryder, Shayne...

Penn State Wrestling opens its 2025–26 season with a blockbuster dual meet vs Oklahoma inside the Bryce Jordan Center. Host Zach Seyko is joined by Jeff Byers, the voice of Penn State Wrestling, to break down every matchup, key storylines, and predictions. From P.J. Duke’s highly anticipated debut to Marcus Blaze stepping in at 133 and Connor Mirasola filling in for Josh Barr, the Nittany Lions ar...

Penn State’s coaching search just took a surprising twist — Eli Drinkwitz of Missouri has emerged as the leading candidate to replace James Franklin. But does he really make Penn State a national title contender? Host Zach Seyko (Locked On Nittany Lions) and Jacob Goins (Locked On Hoosiers) break down the pros and cons of hiring Drinkwitz, compare him to Jeff Brohm and Brian Hartline, and explain...

Penn State and Michigan State are mirror images of each other this season — both reeling, both rebuilding, and both searching for answers. In this crossover episode, Zach Seyko (Locked On Nittany Lions) joins Matt Sheehan (Locked On Spartans) to break down: - Whether James Franklin could land at Michigan State or Virginia Tech. - What Penn State’s next coaching move could be. - The Land Grant Trop...

Penn State Wrestling just dropped some major lineup news — and fans are stunned. Head coach Kale Sanderson confirmed that PJ Duke is starting at 157 lbs over Tyler Kasak, and that world champion Masanosuke Ono is taking a redshirt year. Host Zach Seyko breaks down why this is the right move for Penn State’s long-term dynasty and how it impacts the depth chart at 133, 141, and heavyweight. Plus: an...

Penn State’s coaching search continues — and while Eli Drinkwitz has emerged as the leading candidate, is he really the right hire? Host Zach Seyko breaks down why Drinkwitz feels more like “Franklin 2.0” than the bold move fans hoped for, and why Jeff Brohm or Alex Golesh might offer more upside. Plus: a recruiting disaster looms as top 2026 prospect Kevin Brown edges toward flipping, and rumors...

Penn State’s top 2026 commit, Kevin Brown, may be on his way out — and West Virginia is leading the charge. Host Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions teams up with Mountaineer Paul of Locked On West Virginia to break down how the Harrisburg native and elite offensive line prospect went from solid Penn State commit to possible WVU flip — with Ohio State lurking as well. They discuss Brown’s backgr...

Penn State Wrestling’s lineup from 157 through heavyweight might be the most stacked group in college wrestling history. In Part 2 of the Locked On Nittany Lions wrestling preview, host Zach Seyko and the voice of Penn State Wrestling Jeff Byers break down the “Murderers’ Row” of Mitchell Mesenbrink, Levi Haynes, Rocco Welsh, and Josh Barr, plus the heavyweight battle between Cole Mirasola and Luc...

Penn State Wrestling is chasing history again. The defending national and Big Ten champions return another loaded lineup — and they could shatter their own NCAA scoring record for a third straight year. Host Zach Seyko is joined by the voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, to preview the 2025–26 Nittany Lions from top to bottom. In Part 1 of this two-part series, the duo discusses Penn State’...

Penn State fought hard, had No. 2 Indiana on the ropes, and looked the best it has in weeks — but none of it matters. The Nittany Lions still can’t win a big game. Zach Seyko and producer Zane Brancefield break down another heartbreaking loss, why this season proves Penn State’s need for a full reset, and the latest intel on the coaching search. Sources tell Locked On Nittany Lions that Eli Drinkw...

Penn State loses again — this time 27–24 to No. 2 Indiana — in another gut-wrenching collapse at Beaver Stadium. Host Zach Seyko breaks down how the Nittany Lions found new ways to lose, why this was the “storybook ending” to the James Franklin era, and what’s next for Penn State football. We also dive into the latest coaching rumors: Eli Drinkwitz has reportedly emerged as the quiet frontrunner t...

Penn State turns to Liam Clifford as its new gadget quarterback with Drew Allar ruled out for the season. On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, host Zach Seyko breaks down what that means for the offense, how the Nittany Lions plan to attack No. 2 Indiana, and whether there’s any realistic chance of an upset in Beaver Stadium. We also dive into Indiana’s rise under Kurt Signetti, the challenge of fa...

The Ohio State Buckeyes, Indiana Hoosiers and Oregon Ducks are all representing the Big Ten well in the first edition of the College Football Playoff rankings. What do the rankings say about the state of the conference? Then, a Week 11 preview covering the biggest games set to take place this weekend.   Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 http...