STATE of STATE - A Penn State Football Show

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Joe DeLeone of “The Ruffino & Joe Show” for an in-depth conversation about Penn State’s recent departures in the transfer portal. What do the losses of King Mack, KeAndre Lambert-Smith, and others really mean to the program? Plus, the guys get very honest about evaluating QB Drew Allar and WR Julian Fleming. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-sta...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom breakdown Penn State’s top pass rushers for 2024! Will the Nittany Lions see an increase in production from the likes of DEs Abdul Carter, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Amin Vanover, Jameial Lyons, and more? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube,...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Thomas Frank Carr of Blue White Illustrated to discuss a hypothetical: how would Andy Kotelnicki’s offense operate if Beau Pribula was the starting quarterback for Penn State? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spot...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s Wide Receiver problem. Why has PSU seen a drop off at the position since 2022? After the departures of Lambert-Smith, McClain, Taylor, and Meiga, what does the WR room look like now? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on You...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom react to breaking news! Five Penn State players have entered the Transfer Portal: S King Mack, WR Malik McClain, RBs London Montgomery and David Kency, plus OL Golden Israel-Achumba. What does this mean for the PSU football program? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of th...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reflects on Penn State’s low activity in the Spring Transfer Portal window. Did PSU have to go get somebody from the portal? Is the roster better off as it is now? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Tun...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze Penn State’s 2024 NFL Draft Class! Which selections did the guys like? What does it say about the remaining talent in Happy Valley for next season? Should Nittany Lion fans worry about Drew Allar entering the Draft next year? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of t...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are joined by former Penn State OL Landon Tengwall to get his perspective on the current Nittany Lion team, Penn Staters in this weekend’s NFL Draft, NIL, and more! Check out Landon’s new podcast “Behind The Wall” on his YouTube channel, as well as his contributions to On3’s Blue White Illustrated. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more info...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom react to Penn State WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith entering the Transfer Portal. Also, the guys give their analysis on the 2024 Penn State Blue-White Game! What can PSU football fans take away from the annual spring game? Do James Franklin & Co. need to pick up anyone from the portal? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the s...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom have a full preview for the 2024 Penn State Blue-White Game! What will we see from the new offensive and defensive coordinators? Which players are we watching for on Saturday? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotif...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom have updates from Penn State’s Spring Practices! Justin had the opportunity to watch the team in person at Holuba Hall, and has insights on every position battle, plus the overall feel of the team with the Blue-White Game on the horizon. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are joined by Penn State legend Jimmy Kennedy! The former Nittany Lion defensive tackle shares his story from before & after football, his time at PSU, and his thoughts on the 2024 team. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple P...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom have the latest analysis on Penn State Football’s Spring Practices! Who is standing out? What does James Franklin think of his 3 new coordinators thus far? What could this Nittany Lion team look like by the Blue-White Game? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show dr...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are joined by former Penn State defensive cornerback Daequan Hardy! The star Nittany Lion nickel corner shares his experience from the NFL Combine, his time at PSU, and who he thinks will shine for Penn State in 2024. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop eve...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are joined by Penn State defensive graduate assistant Jordan Lucas! The former Nittany Lion DB opens up about his new opportunity with his alma mater, his journey in the sport from high school to PSU to the NFL, and how the 2024 Penn State defense in shaping up! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom identify their Top 5 Impact Players for Penn State Football in 2024. Also, the guys interpret some of James Franklin’s social media activity, and give their takes on Big Ten opponent UCLA hiring Eric Bieniemy. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss some position changes for the Penn State football roster, notably Abdul Carter’s new role in 2024! Plus, the guys break down the recent comments of QB Drew Allar on new OC Andy Kotelnicki, WR Julian Fleming, and more! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom dive into the recent Big Ten coaching carousel, and how it affects Penn State Football! The guys also analyze the comments from PSU head coach James Franklin yesterday on the future of the sport, three new coordinators, winter workouts, and more. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss some updates from the beginning of Penn State’s Winter Workouts. The guys delve into the future of college football: athletes as employees? NIL regulation? A Big Ten & SEC partnership? Major TV network collaboration? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the sh...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom have all the latest updates surrounding the Penn State football team: Beaver Stadium’s $700M renovation plan, former PSU DB Jordan Lucas joins the coaching staff, the spring practice schedule is set up to the Blue White Game, and more! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are joined by StateCollege.com’s Mike Poorman for his insight on who the leaders and culture drivers will be for Penn State Football in 2024. The guys also discuss the possibility of Jim Harbaugh leaving Michigan, Ohio State’s spending spree, and the Big Ten competition in the upcoming season. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more informati...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom break down Penn State Football’s 2024 winter transfer portal movement - who’s in and who’s out? The guys also discuss the coaching staff’s recent arrivals and departures. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Go...

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom react to breaking news: Penn State has landed Georgia DB A.J. Harris AND Florida DB Jalen Kimber from the transfer portal! What do these additions mean for PSU’s defense in 2024? Plus, the guys touch on the possibility of James Franklin leaving for the Alabama job. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other pla...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are joined by legendary Nittany Lion linebacker and Penn State Board of Trustees member Brandon Short! Short chimes in on PSU’s roster in 2024, the new Big Ten, and more. Brandon also shares his campaign for re-election to the Board of Trustees! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New e...