STATE of STATE - A Penn State Football Show

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to breaking news: sources indicate that Notre Dame is expected to hire Penn State running backs coach Ja’Juan Seider for the same role. 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 els...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom sets the record straight on his opinion regarding the future of James Franklin and Penn State football in 2025. Is it “boom or bust” for PSU? And what does that actually mean for the program? 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, S...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss how Penn State will replace the production of DE Abdul Carter in 2025. Considering new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles’ style, what players and positions groups will have to step up in Carter’s absence? 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, former Ohio State DB Chimdi Chekwa shares his insight on Penn State’s new defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles! What circumstances lead to Knowles’ departure from OSU? What type of defensive scheme can PSU fans expect from the new DC? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop ever...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze the future of Penn State’s defense under new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, the circumstances surrounding his departure from Ohio State, and PSU retaining Anthony Poindexter. 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 Podca...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to breaking news: Penn State is finalizing a deal to make Ohio State’s Jim Knowles the next defensive coordinator of 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 YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, TuneIn, and wherever els...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reflects on the 2024 Penn State football season. Now that the entirety of the college football calendar has concluded, what did PSU accomplish this past campaign? Which Nittany Lions shined, and what needs to be addressed 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 e...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze Penn State's wide receivers after Harrison Wallace III and Omari Evans entered the portal. Is PSU banking on incoming transfers USC WR Kyron Hudson and Troy WR Devonte Ross at the position for 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 week on...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom sift through Penn State football’s roster moves, coaching changes, and news in the wake of the College Football Playoff. Who could be the next defensive coordinator with Tom Allen is off to Clemson? Which PSU players are staying or going? 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 recap Penn State’s heartbreaking 27-24 loss vs Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl. PSU’s season ends at 13-3 in the Semifinal of the College Football Playoff. 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, Tu...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview Penn State vs Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl this Thursday night at 730pm EST on ESPN in Miami! Can the Nittany Lions clear the Semifinal of the College Football Playoff to compete for a National Championship? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop ever...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Joe DeLeone of “The Ruffino & Joe Show” and Bleacher Report for an early outlook on Penn State vs Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl! How do the Nittany Lions matchup with the Irish in the Semifinal of the College Football Playoff? 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, Justin and Tom recap Penn State’s 31-14 win vs Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl, as PSU now advances to the Semifinal of the College Football Playoff! The Nittany Lions once again ran the ball well and played solid defense, but how concerning are the injuries to Abdul Carter and Dani Dennis-Sutton? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the sh...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal matchup of 6-seed Penn State vs 3-seed Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl! Can PSU’s defense duplicate its performance against SMU and bottle up star RB Ashton Jeanty? 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 breaks down some Transfer Portal news from this holiday week: Penn State has landed Troy WR Devonte Ross! How does Ross factor into PSU’s wide receiver competition 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 week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podc...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom celebrate the holidays by covering all the headlines surrounding Penn State football! The guys address the significance of James Franklin’s 100th win at PSU, QB Beau Pribula’s transfer to Missouri, and the looming Fiesta Bowl matchup vs Boise State! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. N...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze Penn State’s latest addition via the transfer portal: Texas A&M DE/EDGE Enai White. What is the evaluation of White’s skill set? How could White fit into PSU’s defensive line in 2025 and beyond? 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...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom recap Penn State’s 38-10 win vs SMU in the First Round of the College Football Playoff! PSU dominated the runners-up in the ACC in frigid conditions at Beaver Stadium. How did the Nittany Lions look considering that Boise State now awaiting in the Quarterfinals? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places...

Join Rhett and Tom as they take us through their preview of the three College Football playoff games that are happening this weekend, including their alma matters: Indiana vs Notre Dame and Penn State vs SMU. They break down how they believe each matchup will go, what the X factors are for each team to win and so much more. Keep listening as Rhett brings on this episode's guest Elijah Sarratt, WR...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview 6-seed Penn State vs 11-seed SMU in the First Round of the College Football Playoff! A White Out atmosphere plus frigid conditions should give PSU a significant home field advantage. What challenges does SMU present for the Nittany Lions? 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 react to more breaking news: Penn State has landed USC WR Kyron Hudson in the transfer portal! PSU addresses a position of need early in the portal window, but is Hudson a game-changer 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...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to breaking news: Penn State QB Beau Pribula has entered the Transfer Portal. What challenges did Pribula face in making this decision? How does the PSU quarterback room project out into 2025 and 2026 with this 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 eve...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom sift through the latest news and notes surrounding Penn State Football in the lead up to their First Round game against SMU in the College Football Playoff. Safety KJ Winston declares for the NFL Draft DT T.A. Cunningham and TE Jerry Cross have entered the transfer portal PSU is targeting USC DT Bear Alexander, FIU WR Eric Rivers, Louisiana Tech DT...

On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom analyzes the announcement by Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki that he will be returning to the program for 2025! What happened in Kotelnicki’s interview process for the West Virginia head coaching job? What does Kotelnicki’s return mean for PSU in the College Football Playoff and beyond? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more informatio...

Rhett Lewis and Tom Hannifan recap the latest news following the seeding of the College Football Playoffs Bracket . Rhett discusses the matchup between Indiana and Notre Dame, highlighting how the AD emailed about the ticket allotments because it is not a home game. He also discusses whether Indiana should have hosted a home game and outlines the team's path to a national championship. The duo rev...