STATE of STATE - A Penn State Football Show

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom covers breaking news: UNC linebacker Amare Campbell is transferring to Penn State! The Nittany Lions address a position of need through the transfer portal. What does Campbell’s commitment mean for LBU and the defense in 2025? 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...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s linebacker targets in the transfer portal: Mohamed Toure from Rutgers and Amare Campbell from UNC. Plus, the guys share general takeaways from the annual 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 drop every week on YouTube, Apple...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom covers breaking news: Syracuse WR Trebor Pena is transferring to Penn State! Is PSU’s wide receiver room now equipped to credibly compete for a National Championship? What does this mean for QB Drew Allar, plus fellow transfer WRs Kyron Hudson and Devonte Ross? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen....

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom cover Penn State’s transfer portal targets! What’s the latest on Syracuse WR Trebor Pena and BYU WR Keelan Marion? Plus, the guys discuss PSU players that have entered the portal, and a look at former Nittany Lions that will be in the NFL Draft this week! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to lis...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom has the latest on Penn State’s transfer portal movement. Will the Nittany Lions land coveted Syracuse WR Trebor Pena? Why did PSU LB Ta’Mere Robinson and others jump into the portal? 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, G...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State football and the opening of the spring Transfer Portal window. Why did PSU starting offensive guard JB Nelson enter the portal? How did the Nico Iamaleava situation alter the landscape of college football? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show d...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom explores the latest updates from Penn State’s Spring Practices regarding QB Drew Allar, RBs Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen. Plus, the latest on the competition at backup quarterback, linebacker, and defensive tackle. 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...

Rhett Lewis and Tom Hannifan are here with yet another episode of Bleav in Big Ten this week and they are talking all about which teams they believe could take big steps up from their last season. Is your favorite Big Ten team slated for a BIG step up this upcoming season? Which teams have a big question mark at QB that hinges their entire season on it? Listen in NOW to hear all about which teams...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom cover Week 3 of Penn State football’s Spring Practices! The guys talk about the competition at wide receiver, the depth at corner, the linebacker battle, the upcoming Spring Transfer Portal Window, the NCAA House Settlement, 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, Tom has the latest from Penn State’s second week of Spring Practices. Which wide receivers are standing out so far according to James Franklin? How is new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles handling spring ball? What other players are looking good thus far? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episo...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom break down Penn State’s recent recruiting hits with WR Khalil Taylor, as well as RBs Messiah Mickens and Kemon Spell. Plus, the guys discuss James Franklin’s recent comments from On3’s “Andy & Ari” regarding the transfer portal and the details surrounding Beau Pribula’s departure in December. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more inform...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin King has firsthand updates from Penn State’s Spring Practices! The guys discuss QB Drew Allar, the wide receivers, LaVar Arrington II’s viral picture, the coordinators, 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, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Go...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to Penn State head football coach James Franklin’s press conference prior to the start of Spring Practices. What does Franklin expect of QB Drew Allar, the wide receivers, and Jim Knowles’ defense? 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, Appl...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom dive into Penn State football’s transition from Winter Workouts into Spring Practices. The guys discuss the emergence of DB Elliot Washington II, the backup quarterback question, and the wide receiver competition. 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 w...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Thomas Frank Carr of On3’s Blue White Illustrated to discuss the latest news and notes surrounding Penn State football! Which positions will T-Frank be paying the most attention to ahead of Spring Practice? 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 o...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin King weighs in on the public backlash surrounding Penn State’s naming rights deal for Beaver Stadium. 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, TuneIn, and wherever else you get your podcasts. Don't forget...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to breaking news: Penn State has agreed to a 15-year, $50M naming rights deal for “West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium” beginning in 2025 and running through 2039. 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 Po...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by former Penn State OL Landon Tengwall (@LandonTengwall58 on YouTube) to discuss how the Nittany Lions will replace the production of star TE Tyler Warren in 2025. How will Andy Kotelnicki shape the offense without Warren? Which tight ends will be relied upon most? 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 address the biggest questions for Penn State football entering the 2025 season! Is Drew Allar the best quarterback in the country? Is 2025 “make or break” for a National Championship? Will this year silence the criticism of James Franklin? All this and more! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom break down the recent comments by Penn State’s new running backs coach Stan Drayton! How will Drayton’s background set him up for success at PSU? Will he be able to make Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen even better? 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...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze the recent comments by Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft! How is PSU doing when it comes to NIL? What does the future hold for the Football team with Spring Ball and the 2025 campaign? 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, Justin and Tom react to breaking news: Penn State has hired former QB Trace McSorley as an offensive analyst! How did McSorley's hire come about? Plus, the guys react to Dan Connor's promotion, and DE Smith Vilbert's departure. 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 we...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by AtoZ Sports’ Ryan Roberts to provide some insight on Penn State’s 2025 Wide Receiver corps. Will transfers Kyron Hudson (USC) and Devonte Ross (Troy) be enough to elevate the room for next season? 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 explores the effect on Penn State football regarding the Big Ten and SEC’s newfound control over the College Football Playoff. Is PSU primed to take advantage of this shift? What will 2026 hold for the Nittany Lions? 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 Y...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s recent coaching staff movement. Notably, RBs coach Ja’Juan Seider departing for Notre Dame, and PSU adding the likes of Greg Gattuso to its corps of defensive line coaches under new DC Jim Knowles. Plus, the guys react to some of James Franklin’s comments from earlier this week! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more inf...