Podcast appearances and mentions of abdul carter

Could the Patriots win nine games next season? Should they draft Abdul Carter at pick 4? Where did Jerod Mayo go wrong? KJ shares his NFL Divisional Round parlays.

0:00 - San Francisco 49ers 3:20 - Guys who didn't make Top-15 13:50 - David Walker, Central Arkansas 23:00 - Ashton Gillotte, Louisville 37:05 - Kyle Kennard, South Carolina 44:05 - Jah Joyner, Minnesota 46:10 - Jordan Burch, Oregon 55:30 - Josaiah Stewart, Michigan 1:05:00 - Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College 1:15:30 - Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss 1:22:50 - JT Tuimoloau, Ohio State 1:31:30 - Jalon Walker, Georgia 1:36:15 - Landon Jackson, Arkansas 1:41:10 - Mykel Williams, Georgia 1:46:20 - Nic Scourton, Texas A&M 1:49:20 - Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M 1:52:30 - Jack Sawyer, Ohio State 1:58:20 - Mike Green, Marshall 2:04:10 - James Pearce Jr, Tennessee 2:08:30 - Abdul Carter, Penn State 2:14:15 - Recap

On their Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Joel Haas react to a busy week of personnel moves following the College Football Playoff loss to Notre Dame at the Orange Bowl. Will coach James Franklin miss Tom Allen as DC after his move to join Dabo Swinney at Clemson? Or are Anthony Poindexter, Dan Connor, Al Golden and D'Anton Lynn attractive possible alternatives? What about Harrison "Trey" Wallace and Omari Evans at receiver? Will their transfer portal departures hurt? Or could they be addition by subtraction after their no-show efforts in Miami? And can transfers Kyron Hudson from USC and Devonte Ross from Troy step into those roles capably? Our duo tackles those questions, then ponders NFL draft decisions. Does Penn State have the depth to stay elite despite the loss of names like Tyler Warren, Abdul Carter and Kobe King? To what degree can names like Dani Dennis-Sutton and Luke Reynolds step up behind them? And how encouraging are the returns of Dennis-Sutton, Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen and Zane Durant for Penn State's NIL program?

In the second hour, Mac & Bone talk about NFL Draft options for the Panthers if they can't get Abdul Carter or Mason Graham, they talk about Mark Williams's dominant performance in the Hornets, and they go over the Nick Richards trade, before playing a game of Fair or Foul See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should the Vikings move on from Sam Darnold?Should the Panthers go into the draft with the expectation that Abdul Carter will be gone By 8Reggie Walker joined the show to talk about the matchup of Notre Dame and Ohio State and NFL news

Reggie Walker joined the show to talk about the matchup of Notre Dame and Ohio State and NFL news

The Cleveland Browns need help everywhere so even if the 2025 NFL Draft doesn't offer the quarterback class the Browns were hoping for they can still get a roster upgrade at a lot of positions. Abdul Carter would be a guy who can immediately get this defense back to it's 2023 form. Kyle McCord may not be everyone's favorite but he really had a great year at Syracuse. Running back, wide receiver, and tight end all positions that can be upgraded through the draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of the Giants Huddle podcast, John Schmeelk chats with David Syvertsen, from OurLads Scouting Services, to give a primer for the 2025 NFL Draft, compare it to recent draft classes, and talk about the top prospects at each position. :00 - Elite prospects 5:35 - Travis Hunter 11:59 - Abdul Carter 15:33 - Mason Graham 17:14 - Will Johnson 19:48 - Offensive tackles 24:43 - Edge rushers 26:42 - QuarterbacksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKCheck out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilDThe Penn State Nittany Lions Football team hit the overdrive button in the offseason when the team lost to Notre Dame in the Colleg Football Playoffs last week. There's been a flurry of roster moves, portal decisions, and coaching changes over the previous four days. We're catching you up on all of that information and discussing it on today's BWI Live Show. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the outlook and prospects for the 2025 season now that several critical players have decided to return for a final season in Blue and White. Join the live chat to get your questions and comments on the show. You can also hear the replay on the channel, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts. Be sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Of course, the best way to keep up to date with the latest news is to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated. Join right now for just one dollar and get access for a week to try us out! Penn State defensive coordiantor search begins again We discussed the situation with former Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen and why the former Indiana head coach decided to jump from the Nittany Lions to the Clemson Tigers. Today, we deal with the fallout. What should fans expect from a timeline for a new hire? Can Penn State find a coach and integrate him in time to reload, not rebuild on defense? We'll discuss the situation with the latest coaching turnover for head coach James Franklin's team. Portal and roster churn in high gearThe biggest news right now is the team's efforts to build a team capable of another College Football Playoff run in 2025. Penn State has retained several critical players from its starting rotation for the upcoming season, and today, we'll run down all the players who have announced their return or departure so far. We'll also dive into the team's transfer portal work for the 2024-2025 cycle to see what efforts they've put forward to sharpen and bolster needs for the upcoming season. Has it been a net positive or negative for the Penn State roster? We'll discuss those moves and preview what's left. Penn State vs. Notre Dame Recap Finally, we'll end the show with a recap of the team's loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl. What led to the team's second-half collapse against the Irish? We'll discuss what we learned when reviewing the game and get your opinions on the team's final loss in the 2024 season. Join us today at 10 a.m. for BWI Live!#PennState  #NittanyLions  JOIN Blue White Illustrated: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/?plan=annualSUBSCRIBE to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable alerts - new highlights and videos uploaded regularly: https://www.youtube.com/c/bluewhiteillustratedvideo?sub_confirmationGet the 2024 Penn State Football Preview Magazine at https://bit.ly/PSU24PreviewBookmark our homepage: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/Subscribe to BWI Magazine and Newsletters:  https://bluewhiteonline.com Download our podcasts: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/LRL3155877513?selected=DSVV2664982394Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlueWhiteIllustrated/Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/PennStateOn3Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comThe Latest Penn State Roster Moves After Furious Weekend

Jones and Keefe kind of want Abdul Carter, but Mike Vrabel seems to want an offensive lineman. What will the free agency pool look like? We are very upset about the first pick slipping away.

00:00 – 14:33 – A football smorgasbord from the weekend, Pacers keep rolling but Haliburton banged up, Kevin’s road trip with Rakestraw tonight, his national championship plans next Monday, Chris Ballard press conference thoughts 14:34 – 21:16– MORNING CHECKDOWN 21:17 – 42:07 – Tyrese Haliburton’s status going forward, thoughts on Chris Ballard’s press conference, biggest takeaways and key points from Friday’s press conference, regretting “run it back”, AJ Brown’s book on the sideline 42:08 – 1:07:53 – Haliburton hamstring concerns, Kevin at the Indy Ignite, Chris Ballard’s tune on free agency, draft strategy, the need for Anthony Richardson to stay healthy going forward, his future, Morning Checkdown 1:07:54 – 1:19:19 – Early Ohio State/Notre Dame line, Ryan Day vs. Lou Holtz, GOAT of the Week 1:19:20 – 1:26:39 – Pacers heading to Paris, college hoops, IU basketball is not very good at all, Tyrese Haliburton’s injury 1:26:40 – 1:50:33 – The guy who sat next to Kevin at the Indy Ignite game over the weekend, more thoughts on Chris Ballard’s press conference, Ballard on not being close, his stubbornness, Morning Checkdown 1:50:34 – 1:56:40 – NFL Draft thoughts, Postgame Headlines from the Ballard press conference 1:56:41 – 2:11:28 - ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller joins us and discusses the depth of the 2025 NFL Draft class but not as much star power, Brock Bowers and Penn State tight end Tyler Warren, quarterbacks after Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders, his initial concerns with Anthony Richadson and where he’s at now, best Notre Dame player in the draft, Travis Hunter vs. Abdul Carter, Colts interviewing Dennis Allen for defensive coordinator, final thoughts on Ballard’s press conferenceSupport the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should the Panthers do everything possible to draft Abdul Carter?Takeaway from Ohio State win over TexasWho is a fit in Dallas?Shehan Jeyarajah of CBS joined the show to talk about the success of Ohio State and what Notre Dame will have to do to try and beat them.

Richie O'Leary of Happy Valley Insider breaks down Penn State's newest additions via the Transfer Portal in Michigan DT Owen Wafle (0:45) and Alabama DB King Mack (2:39). After that he discusses Abdul Carter and Jalen Kimber declaring for the draft (5:12), predicts what other players might declare (7:14) and who is could enter the portal (13:06). He finishes up discussing wide receivers coach Marques Hagans and offers his take on his job so far two seasons in (17:25). -- JOIN Happy Valley Insider: https://tinyurl.com/PSU30DayFree -- Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PennStateRivals -- Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PennStateRivals

FIRST 49ers 2025 roster/53-man projection: From Brock Purdy to Tyler Warren and Abdul Carter ?! With special guest Guy Haberman

In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans firing Ran Carthon and what direction this franchise might be headed. Could the Titans draft Abdul Carter? Listen to hear more. Later in the hour, the guys answered some calls and texts about their question of the day. Where is the best place to go sledding in Tennessee? Let us know. To end the show as always, the guys play Celebrity Birthdays!

Forever Titans WR Chris Sanders joined the show and shared his thoughts on the Titans firing Ran Carthon and what direction this franchise might be headed. Could the Titans draft Abdul Carter? Listen to hear more.

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKCheck out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilDThe Penn State Nittany Lions came up short in the Orange Bowl, falling to Notre Dame and ending the team's 2024 season. Despite a strong start, the team failed to capitalize on the lead, giving it up in the fourth quarter and, ultimately, losing. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the loss immediately following the final whistle of the semifinal.We'll discuss your questions and thoughts and recap the game's biggest moments for sixty minutes after the game. Join Blue White Illustrated as the team's offseason begins in earnest. You can subscribe right now for just one dollar and get the next seven days of access to try us out. Penn State dominates the trenches but gives up big playsPenn State's offense got the ball rolling early by generating chunk plays on the ground. The team had 194 yards of offense in the first half and 141 of those came on the ground. The Lions put together two long scoring drives to control the flow. However, the star of the game in the trenches was injured star Abdul Carter. The pass rusher lined up opposite of his normal position to play with his good shoulder to the inside of the line. He tallied a sack and two TFLs in the first half. But it wasn't enough. The Penn State offense went silent in the third quarter, with just 25 total yards to Notre Dame's 128. Notre Dame took the lead in the early fourth quarter with a Jerimiyah Love scoring from inside the five yard line. Penn State bounced back with a scoring drive of its own, but the Irish continued to churn yards on the ground and mix in passes from quarterback Riley Leonard. Despite two interceptions, Leonard threw a touchdown over Cam Miller, who fell over in coverage, allowing a late fourth-quarter score and a field goal drive to lose the game after the Penn State offense went three and out with four minutes left. Postgame contentAfter the show, stay put for Penn State head coach James Franklin's postgame press conference. The Nittany Lions leader will address the media following the loss. We'll also have a report from field level from Nate Bauer, Sean Fitz and Greg Pickel, who are at the game. They will recap what they saw during the game and discuss their interactions with players and coaches postgame in their Instant Analysis video.#PennState  #NittanyLions  JOIN Blue White Illustrated: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/?plan=annualSUBSCRIBE to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable alerts - new highlights and videos uploaded regularly: https://www.youtube.com/c/bluewhiteillustratedvideo?sub_confirmationGet the 2024 Penn State Football Preview Magazine at https://bit.ly/PSU24PreviewBookmark our homepage: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/Subscribe to BWI Magazine and Newsletters:  https://bluewhiteonline.com Download our podcasts: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/LRL3155877513?selected=DSVV2664982394Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlueWhiteIllustrated/Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/PennStateOn3Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comPenn State vs. Notre Dame Orange Bowl Postgame Show

In the second hour, Mac & Bone recap Penn State's loss to Notre Dame last night, which leads to a full-blown meltdown from Mac, they put together the formula for how the Panthers can return to the playoffs in 2025, and talk about how much they want to draft Abdul Carter after his performance last night See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Pat, Darius Butler, AJ Hawk and the boys are live from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida ahead of tonight's Field Pass for the Orange Bowl between Notre Dame & Penn State on ESPN2. The boys cover all the latest NFL coaching carousel news & preview the College Football Playoff Semifinals & NFL's (Super) Wildcard Weekend. In the first hour, the boys are joined live on set by NFL super Agent Drew Rosenhaus of Rosenhaus Sports, where he discusses his client Tyreek Hill battling through a broken wrist this season and clarifies his emotional Week 18 postgame comments, discusses what it's like representing younger athletes through NIL, including Penn State's standout edge rusher Abdul Carter, who is a gametime decision tonight, and talks about what it's like working with NFL coaches & General Managers like Kevin O'Connell & Vikings assistant GM Ryan Grigson, who is interviewing for the GM opening with the Jets. We kick off the second hour with a visit from Obie, the Orange Bowl mascot (an orange), and Hard Rock Stadium's head chef, Jon, swings by with some good meat. UNC Tar Heels' new General Manager & longtime friend of the progrum, Michael Lombardi joins the show live from Chapel Hill to combat rumors that Bill Belichick is leaving Chapel Hill for the NFL, chat about how much he is enjoying working in College Football in the NIL era, how he sees Super Wildcard Weekend playing out, team culture, and much more. Also in the second hour, the boys react to news that the Las Vegas Raiders have parted ways with GM Tom Telesco shortly after relieving HC Antonio Pierce of his duties & that Georgia QB Carson Beck has entered the transfer portal after previously declaring for the NFL Draft. The boys facetime College GameDay's College Football Insider Pete Thamel to talk about reports that Notre Dame has come down with the flu, where Carson Beck might be headed, and more. In the third hour, the boys react to the news that the NFL is trying to take the Super out of Super Wildcard Weekend, Stanford Steve joins the progrum to pick all the games with the guys, and much more. Tune in to the Field Pass tonight at 7:30pm on ESPN2 for the Orange Bowl & tomorrow night live from the Cotton Bowl. The show will be off tomorrow and back for a MASSIVE Overreaction Monday. Make sure to subscribe to youtube.com/thepatmcafeeshow or watch on ESPN (12-2pm EDT), ESPN's YouTube (12pm-3pm EDT), or ESPN+. We appreciate the hell out of all of you. Cheers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 1… [02:30] WAKE UP NOTRE DAME HATERS Before GoJo and Golic dive into the upcoming Orange Bowl matchup between Notre Dame and Penn State, the guys address a number of comments that smell a whole lot like Notre Dame hatred. [07:30] DOES NOTRE DAME NEED A CONFERENCE? The independence debate heats up as GoJo reacts to James Franklin's comments about Notre Dame's unique path to the CFP during the Orange Bowl Presser. Should they join a conference, or is independence their superpower? [12:00] PAUL FINEBAUM'S NOTRE DAME CRITIQUE Paul Finebaum's fiery take on Notre Dame's independence stirs the pot. GoJo and Golic respond with sharp insights—are critics tired of Notre Dame's autonomy? [20:42] ORANGE BOWL PREDICTIONS Injury updates and final predictions: key players like Abdul Carter and Jeremiyah Love before making their final game predictions. Is Notre Dame set to triumph in a low-scoring thriller? Yes, GoJo and Golic explain why they foresee a one-score battle with ND taking a close win. [29:35] RAMS-VIKINGS WILDFIRE CONTINGENCY The NFL monitors California wildfires, with plans to potentially move the Rams-Vikings Wild Card game to Arizona. Thoughts and prayers go out to those affected. [36:07] THUNDER-CAVS THRILLER A high-stakes NBA showdown sees the Cavs extend their winning streak to 11, snapping the Thunder's streak. Is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander an MVP frontrunner? [42:12] NFL PLAYOFF PRESSURE GoJo and Golic name the players and coaches facing the most pressure this postseason, from Lamar Jackson's Super Bowl quest to Mike Tomlin's playoff drought. Click here to subscribe, rate, and review the newest episodes of GoJo and Golic!  If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling, and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI/NJ/PA/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO/NH), 888-789-7777/visit http://ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), 1-877-770-STOP (7867) (LA), 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), visit OPGR.org (OR), call/text TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/LA/MI/NJ/ NY/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. New customers only. Min. $5 deposit required. Eligibility restrictions apply. See http://draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

College football guru Mike Golic Jr. joined the GBag Nation to preview tonight's Orange Bowl between Notre Dame and Penn State, whether Notre Dame's depth is enough to push them into the national championship game, if Penn State's defense will be the same if Abdul Carter is limited, and more!

Post-Gazette sports columnist Paul Zeise reacts to the day in Pittsburgh sports news live around 5 p.m. How much should Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith use quarterback Justin Fields in place of starter Russell Wilson in the NFL playoffs matchup with the Baltimore Ravens? Could Wilson's career be at stake in this game, with some pundits arguing it will be hard for him to find another starting job if he fails? What other roster changes may be coming if coach Mike Tomlin and Co. fall short? Paul tackles those questions and more and also looks ahead to Penn State's College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl vs. Notre Dame. How much does James Franklin need this win for his legacy after a pair of playoff victories so far? Is Drew Allar or Riley Leonard the better quarterback in this game? And which injury looms larger — Abdul Carter's for Penn State or Jeremiyah Love's for Notre Dame?

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk CFB Playoff betting. The guys break down both semifinal games for this episode and provide best bets. The "Need for Screens College Football Podcast" analyzes the upcoming College Football Playoff semi-finals, focusing on Notre Dame vs. Penn State and Ohio State vs. Texas. Hosted by Griffin Warner and "Big East Ben," the episode mixes humor with statistical breakdowns and betting advice. Key Points & Analysis: Notre Dame vs. Penn State: Notre Dame enters as a 1-point favorite but remains untested this season. Their key concern is the availability of Jeremiah Love, a pivotal offensive player who has been essential in critical moments. Penn State's defense, led by Abdul Carter (11 sacks, 40 solo tackles), is a standout. Carter's game-time status could significantly impact Penn State's ability to control Notre Dame's rushing attack. Prediction: A low-scoring game due to both teams' defensive strength. The under 45-point total is strongly recommended. Ohio State vs. Texas: Ohio State, favored by 5.5 points, dominated Oregon in the quarterfinals, with wide receiver Jeremiah Smith excelling. However, concerns about quarterback Will Howard's composure under pressure linger. Texas has underperformed throughout the season but still boasts a powerful defensive line. Their resilience could help them keep the game close. Prediction: Texas is expected to cover the spread. A close game, potentially decided by a field goal, is anticipated. Player Highlights: Jeremiah Love (Notre Dame): A dynamic playmaker whose presence could shape the game. Abdul Carter (Penn State): A defensive powerhouse with 11 sacks, potentially crucial for limiting Notre Dame's offense. Jeremiah Smith (Ohio State): An offensive standout pivotal in the quarterfinals. Bo Scadabow (Arizona): Praised for creative plays, reflecting the innovative strategies seen in the playoffs. Team Insights: Notre Dame has relied on defensive turnovers and Ryan Leonard's rushing ability but faces questions about their overall depth and quality of opponents faced. Penn State's disciplined defense neutralized Boise State effectively and ranks among the nation's top five in points allowed. Ohio State's offensive explosiveness contrasts with moments of inconsistency, especially against top-tier defenses. Texas struggles with consistency but retains the physicality to compete in high-stakes games. The episode provides sharp predictions and actionable betting insights, recommending Notre Dame vs. Penn State under 45 points and Texas to cover against Ohio State. With an engaging mix of humor and analysis, it delivers a comprehensive preview of the semi-final matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt & Pete share the latest on the Fighting Irish heading into their semifinal matchup with Penn State on Thursday night. Tune in for injury updates on Jeremiyah Love and Abdul Carter, what Marcus Freeman shared with press this week as well as predictions for the matchup in South Florida. Can Riley Leonard take this game on his back like he did against Georgia? Will the defense get pressure on Drew Allar? Can Jadarian Price take over the workload if Love is not 100%. Future Fans: helping little kids become BIG fans, find out more at FutureFans.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State vs. Notre Dame offers a Northern banger at this College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl, and Kings of the North is live in South Florida to break it all down. On this KOTN, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis react to the latest news from Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman and Penn State coach James Franklin, including the status of star Penn State defender Abdul Carter. Then they break down both sides of the ball and make their picks for the game. Finally, it's Whatcha Watching, Eating and Thinking. Thanks for joining Kings of the North, and check out our Cotton Bowl Preview of Ohio State-Texas on Thursday. Chapters: • News and vibes heading into the Orange Bowl (03:00) • Marcus Freeman vs James Franklin (14:05) • Big game breakdown (37:00) • Penn State offense vs Notre Dame defense (41:00) • Notre Dame offense vs Penn State defense (1:01:40) • Orange Bowl picks (1:14:50) • Whatcha watching, eating, thinking (1:20:15)

Josh Graham of WSJS radio in Greensboro/Winston-Salem looks at Bill Belichick's first high profile public appearances as UNC coach. Chuck and Heath discuss Texas's challenges against Ohio State. Jon Sauber of the Centre Daily Times previews Penn State's CFP semifinal game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The biggest game of the last two decades for Penn State is finally here as the College Football Playoff semifinal is just a day away as the Nittany Lions meet the Fighting Irish in the Orange Bowl. Tune in for the latest from the Audrey & Jon as they share info from South Beach and the latest on Abdul Carter, the coaching staff's gameplan and their predictions for the matchup. Will Penn State advance to its first ever national championship game and who will step up for James Franklin's squad? Will Nick Singleton or Kaytron Allen lead in rushing? Can Tyler Warren get space against an ND defense that will be keying in on them? Who on the defense will spy Riley Leonard and is Jeremiyah Love going to be 100 percent? Future Fans: helping little kids become BIG fans, find out more at FutureFans.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Joel Haas preview the College Football Playoff semifinal matchup against Notre Dame at the Orange Bowl. Does James Franklin need a win to shed his label of struggling to win big games for good? Or has he done enough with wins against SMU in the first round and Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl? And how important is it for Penn State as a program to beat a Fighting Irish program that's similarly fallen just short of joining the nation's elite programs? In terms of the matchup itself, does Penn State have the edge in star power with Drew Allar, Kaytron Allen, Nick Singleton, Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren? How many players should O Andy Kotelnicki and DC Tom Allen fear beyond Jeremiyah Love and Xavier Watts, with Rylie Mills out because of injury? What's the injury situation for Carter? Does Allar or Riley Leonard have more to prove in the QB matchup? And which opponent should Penn State prefer to see come out of the Cotton Bowl? A red-hot Ohio State team that they know? Or a talented Texas Longhorns team that they don't?

Get ready for the 2025 Orange Bowl as Notre Dame faces Penn State for the chance to move on to the National Championship. Matt Fortuna & Pete Sampson join from The Independent and Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber from The Nittany Dispatch to give a preview of the upcoming semifinal. Find out what both sets of reporters think of the opposing team and how Riley Leonard, Drew Allar, Jeremiyah Love, Nick Singleton, Jadarian Price, Kaytron Allen, Abdul Carter and Xavier Watt will play in this massive game for both teams. Also, which coach has the edge between Marcus Freeman and James Franklin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg and Jamie are joined by former Penn State offensive lineman and host of the Behind The Wall podcast Landon Tengwall to preview Notre Dame vs Penn State in the Orange Bowl on Thursday, January 9th. The boys look at the offensive vs defensive matchups, the impact of the injuries to Jeremiyah Love and Abdul Carter, and a look at the coaches Marcus Freeman and James Franklin.

THE CFP SEMIFINALS ARE HERE! Chris "Bear" Fallica, Bruce Feldman and Sammy Panayotovich preview the Orange and Cotton Bowls to give you and edge. Ohio State has been on a roll and is now the betting favorite to win it all. Where does Texas have and edge? In the Orange Bowl, Notre Dame is laying the points versus Penn State. What is the latest on the health status for Jeremiyah Love and Abdul Carter? To wrap the podcast, Bruce Feldman has some insider information from NFL scouts involving Penn State quarterback Drew Allar. Can he be the #1-overall pick if he declares for the draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for the 2025 Orange Bowl as Notre Dame faces Penn State for the chance to move on to the National Championship. Matt Fortuna & Pete Sampson join from The Independent and Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber from The Nittany Dispatch to give a preview of the upcoming semifinal. Find out what both sets of reporters think of the opposing team and how Riley Leonard, Drew Allar, Jeremiyah Love, Nick Singleton, Jadarian Price, Kaytron Allen, Abdul Carter and Xavier Watt will play in this massive game for both teams. Also, which coach has the edge between Marcus Freeman and James Franklin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey previews Penn State's College Football Playoff semifinal matchup with Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl. Is coach James Franklin's team good enough to win the national title behind stars including Drew Allar, Tyler Warren, Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen? And how well do Abdul Carter and the Nittany Lions defense match up with QB Riley Leonard and the Notre Dame offense? Later, Jason ponders the Penguins' season at the midway point. Can coach Mike Sullivan get more out of star Evgeni Malkin? Should we be comfortable with Sidney Crosby's production? And can Tristan Jarry get on track in goal? Jason wraps the show by analyzing what a Steelers NFL playoffs victory against the Baltimore Ravens could look like. And Keeanu Benton and the defense get after QB Lamar Jackson?

Welcome to "The Locker Room" with "Hometeam" Brandon Leak, John Michaels and former Atlanta Falcon Brian Finneran. The guys talk all the top stories from the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, Bulldogs, Tech as well as across the nation. The 6 O'clock hour is brought to you by Right From The Heart, Sign up and receive your daily devotionals by email at rightfromtheheart.org Welcome to "The Locker Room" Starting 5 presented by Piedmont Bank OTP presented by Artisan Custom Closest See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the Notre Dame Fighting Irish outmaneuver the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Orange Bowl? With Notre Dame's reputation as "the best boring team in the country," their strategic play style and formidable defense could be the key to victory.Explore the latest quarterback transfer portal updates, featuring Malachi Nelson's journey from USC to UTEP and Jaden Rashada's potential move from Georgia. Discover how these shifts are reshaping college football dynamics. The episode also tackles the hotly debated College Football Playoff format, discussing possible changes and their implications for the SEC and Big Ten.Join the conversation and gain exclusive insights into these pivotal topics. Don't miss out on this engaging analysis—tune in for a deeper understanding of college football's evolving landscape.Join the show SubText to receive free text alerts, information and be part of the show via exclusive Q&A content. Do you want exclusive access to College Football Smothered and Covered content? Become an insider right here! https://joinsubtext.com/smotheredandcovered0:00 Intro3:09 Notre Dame's self-aware coaching approach7:18 Penn State's offensive limitations11:23 Transfer portal quarterback shuffle16:31 Fixing the 12-team playoff21:38 Subtext group and show wrap-upSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyCancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to RocketMoney.com/lockedon today.Turbo TaxReady for stress-free taxes and the most money back, guaranteed? Head over to TurboTax.com today and get matched with your Expert. Only available with TurboTax Live Full Service. Real-time updates only in the iOS mobile app. See guarantee details at TurboTax.com/guarantees.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelFrom big upsets to game-winning drives, the NFL Playoffs are better with FanDuelnew customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get TWO HUNDRED BUCKS in BONUS BETS - GUARANTEED - Win or Lose.Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. Make this playoff season unforgettable with FanDuel, an official sportsbook partner of the NFL.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKCheck out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilDThe Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Thursday Jan. 9 for the right to take on either Texas or Ohio State in the College Football National Championship. Penn State opened up this critical week of practice on Saturday with head coach James Franklin's press conference, followed by several offensive players. Next, they held open practice on Sunday afternoon. We're recapping all of that, plus previewing the upcoming game on the BWI Live Show. Join us for an hour of Penn State football talk as we catch up on the breathtaking pace of college football. We'll also have a transfer portal and recruiting news to discuss, plus your questions. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube, catch the replay on the channel, in this article, or wherever you get your podcasts. With the uneven schedule of the playoff, be sure to subscribe and enable notifications so you don't miss any of our live shows or other great content. Penn State's best player's status up in the air Penn State head coach James Franklin provided some insight into Abdul Carter's status heading into the game against Notre Dame after suffering an upper body injury against Boise State last week. "At this point, I don't think there's anything that is stopping him from playing. But it's just -- it's going to come down to, you know, how is he able to play," Franklin said.  We'll discuss the situation in further detail and try to read between the lines. We'll also discuss Carter's status at practice on Sunday to give more details and context to the situation. Fitz's Recruiting udpateWe'll also briefly pause the game conversation to discuss the latest recruiting information and news from the team-building aspects of Penn State football. The team hosted several transfer portal visitors in the previous few days and has to focus on 2026 recruiting in January. Sean Fitz will discuss the latest news on the site for fans of the YouTube Channel. However, for the most up-to-date information, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated so you get all of the information about who is visiting when they arrive in Happy Valley. Between the Lines and Game PreviewFinally, we'll discuss the most interesting and notable comments from Franklin during his Saturday press conference. What context can we learn about Franklin's mindset heading into the game? We'll ask Nate Bauer our Penn State football insider. We'll close the show by discussing the game and what we think will determine Penn State's chances of winning a national championship. #PennState  #NittanyLions  JOIN Blue White Illustrated: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/?plan=annualSUBSCRIBE to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable alerts - new highlights and videos uploaded regularly: https://www.youtube.com/c/bluewhiteillustratedvideo?sub_confirmationGet the 2024 Penn State Football Preview Magazine at https://bit.ly/PSU24PreviewBookmark our homepage: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/Subscribe to BWI Magazine and Newsletters:  https://bluewhiteonline.com Download our podcasts: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/LRL3155877513?selected=DSVV2664982394Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlueWhiteIllustrated/Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/PennStateOn3Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.com

Justin Melo and Justin Graver are back to react to the Titans clinching the number one overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft (0:00). We talk through the Titans most likely options: 4 players they will likely have their eyes on plus the trade down possibilities. There are already conflicting reports out about which QB the Titans like between Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward. They also might like Travis Hunter or Abdul Carter. We also discuss whether or not Brian Callahan and Ran Carthon should be the ones to make this decision (11:23). Finally, we close up the pod with I'll Drink To That presented by Sinkers Beverages (18:22). ------------ The Music City Audible is presented by Sinker's Beverages in East Nashville and Bluegrass Beverages in Hendersonville. Join the Sinker's Beverages In Crowd: https://sinkers.storebyweb.com/s/1000-1/register ------------ Order Justin Melo's book "Titans of the South" here: https://shop.adventurewithkeen.com/product/titans-of-the-south/ ------------ MCA YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@musiccityaudiblepodcast

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKCheck out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilDBook your trip to Miami for the Orange Bowl: https://www.athletictravel.com/Or, call to get a discounted price on air travel from Harrisburg and State College: 814-238-4987The Penn State Football team defeated Boise State on New Year's Eve in the Fiesta Bowl and advanced to the Semifinals in the College Football Playoff. The team will play either Georgia or Notre Dame, which will be decided on Jan 2. at 4 pm. The game was delayed by the terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Years Day. Today, we'll start with the grim situation and discuss what we know about the general plan for the College Football Playoff, and then discuss Penn State's win. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay embedded in this article or anywhere you get your podcasts. Penn State runs over Boise State defenseAfter the game, Penn State head coach James Franklin expounded on how his running backs played when asked what made them so gret. "That's Kaytron. Kaytron breaks tackles. He runs people over. He's a physical, physical back. Nick, obviously, if you give him a crease, he has got a chance to go 80 at any minute. So, they're really good complementary backs. They've been playing together for a long time. When we're able to get the outside zone going like we were able to do today, kind of opens everything else up and gets people running sideline to sideline, which creates creases," Franklin said. We'll discuss the outcome of Penn State's win, and what happened on offense to slow down the team's hot start. Defense dominates Next, we'll discuss the team's defensive performance which kept superstar running back Ashton Jeanty. We'll discuss the ways that Penn State went about putting an emphasis on stopping Jenaty and how effective it was. We'll also discuss what the team gave up to do so. Quarterback Maddux Madsen threw for over 300 yards in the game and kept the Boise State offense churning plays and drives. Mixed into all of that is the injury to Abdul Carter. How did that affect the game plan, and what will happen next for the Nittany Lions? We'll discuss the somewhat dire situation on the defensive line with the depth heading into a showdown against two teams with strong running games. Your thoughts about the gameJoin us live at 10 a.m. to get your questions and thoughts on the show. We'll take comments from the live YouTube chat and discuss them live on air. We'll also discuss Penn State's schedule for this week and when you can hear from your favorite teams and coaches next. #PennState  #NittanyLions  JOIN Blue White Illustrated: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/?plan=annualSUBSCRIBE to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable alerts - new highlights and videos uploaded regularly: https://www.youtube.com/c/bluewhiteillustratedvideo?sub_confirmationGet the 2024 Penn State Football Preview Magazine at https://bit.ly/PSU24PreviewBookmark our homepage: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/Subscribe to BWI Magazine and Newsletters:  https://bluewhiteonline.com Download our podcasts: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/LRL3155877513?selected=DSVV2664982394Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlueWhiteIllustrated/Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/PennStateOn3Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comPenn Sate vs. Boise State Recap Show: Lions Dominate in the Trenches

Justin Melo, NFL Draft analyst for The Draft Network joins the show, to talk about the possibilities that will exist for the Panthers in the NFL Draft, if they have a legit shot at getting either Abdul Carter or Masan Graham, how they should go about adding WR talent to the roster & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penn State put away Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl on Tuesday night to advance to a College Football Playoff semifinal against the Notre Dame-Georgia winner. On this Kings of the North, Doug Lesmerises and Bill Landis discuss the Nittany Lions' win, Boise State's fight, Abdul Carter's injury and more. Thanks for joining Kings of the North, and see you after the Sugar Bowl on Wednesday night.

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Audrey & Jon share their thoughts on Penn State's win against Boise State in the 2024 Fiesta Bowl by the score of 31-14. The Nittany Lions jumped out with the early lead on stellar play from the offense led by Drew Allar, Tyler Warren and Omari Evans touchdowns. The defense stifled Ashton Jeanty and Amin Vanover, Dvon J-Thomas, Zakee Wheatley and Dani Dennis-Sutton all stepped up in the absence of Abdul Carter who was out due to injury. Late it was Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton who took over behind a stout offensive line. The victory James Franklin is his second straight over a top 10 opponent as the Nittany Lions get their 13th win of the season.  Future Fans: helping little kids become BIG fans, find out more at FutureFans.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 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 to subscribe, turn on notifications, comment, rate and like us! Become a “We Are STATE of STATE” Channel Member NOW and enjoy ad-free episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb0ZP5t5_LbXV66Odp6BuOA/join     Music provided by Matty Fresh #weare #pennstate #collegefootball Follow us on X and Instagram @stateofstatepod     For more information on Future Fans, visit http://www.futurefans.com and use promo code PENNSTATE for 15% off your order! For official STATE of STATE merchandise, visit Blue White Outfitters at https://www.athlete-ecosystem.com/search?q=%22state+of+state%22&options%5Bprefix%5D=last For more information on the State IPA beer, visit https://illuminationbrewing.com/beer/state-ipa/

Joel Haas and Lyle Alenstein react to Penn State's win over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl, which secured a spot for the Nittany Lions in the Orange Bowl and College Football Playoff semifinals against either Notre Dame or Georgia. Was the game too close for comfort with likely tougher challenges awaiting? How far can running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton carry this team after another dominant performance on the ground? What about the Drew Allar and Tyler Warren passing connection that resulted in a pair of scores against the Broncos? What's the latest on Abdul Carter and Dani Dennis-Sutton, who both left the game with injuries? What does this win do for coach James Franklin's legacy? And should OC Andy Kotelnicki change up his play calling after going away from the running game while it was working? Our duo tackles those topics and more.

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKCheck out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilDBook your trip to the Orange Bowl: https://www.athletictravel.com/The Penn State Nittany Lions advanced to the semifinals of the College Football Playoff on New Year's Eve with a victory over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl. We'll discuss the win and the meaning it holds for the program on the Labatt Postgame Show. Join Penn State football expert Sean Fitz as we discuss the biggest moments from the game and the things that ended up deciding the victory. We're live immediately following the conclusion of the game.Never miss the action by subscribing to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. It's free, and when you enable notifications, you'll receive alerts when we go live, post content, or bring you Penn State football press conferences. Penn State gets the job doneIt wasn't perfect, but Penn State dominated Boise State in enough facets of the game to get the win. The Lions did what most thought was impossible and kept Ashton Jeanty contained for the entirety of the Fiesta Bowl. The superstar tailback managed only 96 yards on 24 carries before Penn State put the game out of reach in the fourth quarter. The team did it without star linebacker Abdul Carter, who went down with a shoulder injury in the first quarter and did not return. Overall, the team racked up eight tackles for loss to keep Jeanty contained before he got going.Offensively, Penn State used another strong game from Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton to power the win. Allen was his typical gritty self, grinding out 15 carries for 131 yards. Singleton contributed a 58-yard touchdown to seal the game.  More Postgame ContentRing in the new year with Blue White Illustrated! We'll spend the hour after the game discussing the outcome on the postgame show, but that's not all. Hear Penn State head coach James Franklin's postgame comments on our YouTube Channel following the game. We'll also give you the Instant Analysis from Greg Pickel and Nate Bauer, who are out in Arizona for the game. They'll provide their insights about the atmosphere, the critical aspects of the game, and what players and coaches have to say after the fact. Follow your Nittany Lions as they try to advance to the College Football Playoff National Championship against either Notre Dame or Georgia in the Orange Bowl in January. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated right now for a dollar and try out our content for seven days. From there, you'll be enrolled in a year membership if you choose to continue. Make your New Year's Resolution to become a Penn State Football insider! #PennState  #NittanyLions  JOIN Blue White Illustrated: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/?plan=annualSUBSCRIBE to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable alerts - new highlights and videos uploaded regularly: https://www.youtube.com/c/bluewhiteillustratedvideo?sub_confirmationGet the 2024 Penn State Football Preview Magazine at https://bit.ly/PSU24PreviewBookmark our homepage: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/Subscribe to BWI Magazine and Newsletters:  https://bluewhiteonline.com Download our podcasts: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/LRL3155877513?selected=DSVV2664982394Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlueWhiteIllustrated/Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/PennStateOn3Sound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comPenn State vs Boise State Postgame Show: Lions Advances to Orange Bowl

On his daily First 10 podcast, Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey previews the Fiesta Bowl between Penn State and Boise State with a spot in the College Football Playoff semifinals on the line. Is Nittany Lions coach James Franklin right about the state of the sport and his call for Alabama Crimson Tide legend Nick Saban to be commissioner? Does Penn State's old-school approach of relying on home-grown talent like Drew Allar, Tyler Warren, Abdul Carter, Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen make it an easy program to root for in this transfer portal era? And what will the Lions need to do to beat Ashton Jeanty and the Broncos? Jason tackles those questions, checks in on former Steelers great WR Hines Ward at Arizona State and wonders if new Pitt AD is asking tough questions about coach Pat Narduzzi after a frustrating bowl loss to Toledo.

Will Ron Rivera go to the Jets?Who should the Panthers pick: Abdul Carter or Mason Graham?Who makes the playoffs 1st: Hornets or Panthers?

The Nittany Lions have arrived in the desert as they prepare for their matchup with the Broncos of Boise State. James Franklin leads a team that is still riding high after a dominant performance against SMU in the first round of the playoff into their next game with a path to the semifinals on the line. How will Penn State prepare to slow down the top running back in college football in Ashton Jeanty? What did the defensive line have to say about the job they have ahead of them and how does the offense matchup with the Boise D? Can Drew Allar go off against their passing defense or will Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen continue their late season big game trend? Plus, can Boise slow down Abdul Carter or Dani Dennis-Sutton how will Jaylen Reed be lined up.  Future Fans: helping little kids become BIG fans, find out more at FutureFans.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On their weekly Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Joel Haas preview the Fiesta Bowl against Boise State with a trip to the Orange Bowl and College Football Playoff semifinals on the line. Will Ashton Jeanty and the Broncos provide a tougher test than SMU did in Round 1? Or will Penn State's talent advantage yield a similar result? How much will the neutral site factor into the game after the Beaver Stadium crowd was a major factor against the Mustangs? And who will have the biggest performance if Penn State wins? Drew Allar? Nick Singleton? Kaytron Allen? Abdul Carter? Tyler Warren? Or someone else, like Dominic DeLuca, who had a pair of interceptions against SMU? Later our duo ponders the goings on in the rest of the playoff bracket and Penn State world. Should Penn State prefer to face Georgia or Notre Dame in the next round? Should it hope Oregon or Ohio State advances out of the Rose Bowl? Will Troy transfer Devonte Ross provide a boost to the receiving corps in 2025? And what's next for the women's volleyball program after Katie Schumacher-Cawley and Jess Mruzik led it to an eighth national title last weekend?

It was a day for the defense as Dominic DeLuca had two interceptions, including a pick six, and Tony Rojas had one that went for another pick six as the Nittany Lions stifled the SMU offense to earn a place in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. Abdul Carter threw in numerous pressures and a sack as well as Dani Dennis-Sutton who helped terrorize Kevin Jennings in a huge win for James Franklin. Penn State's offense struggled early but took over on the ground as Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen both averaged nearly seven yards per carry. Drew Allar could not find his receivers but made plays with his legs to help the cause as the Nittany Lions had a comfortable lead at the half. Future Fans: helping little kids become BIG fans, find out more at FutureFans.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices