Podcast appearances and mentions of johnny mcgonigal

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal recap what's been a strong 2026 recruiting cycle for Penn State thus far and preview just how good it could be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss where James Franklin's Penn State program fits in post-spring top 25 rankings. Johnny has the Nittany Lions ranked No. 1 coming out of spring, with Ohio State and Tennessee right behind them.   Johnny and Bob look at why PSU should be ranked No. 1, and also look at some position groups that could be potential problem areas heading into August practice sessions.   Plus, a look at some potentially tricky games on Penn State's 2025 schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After adding North Carolina linebacker Amare Campbell this week, Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dig into Penn State's defensive depth chart projection for 2025. Plus, are the Nittany Lions the nation's top team? The guys give their take near the end of the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine all of the possibilities when it comes to Penn State's projected 2025 offensive depth chart.   Who will back up Drew Allar? Who is the No. 3 running back? How will Penn State's three transfer wideouts fit in Andy Kotelnicki's offense?   Plus, Johnny and Bob look at some reserve players who have bright futures with a focus on the running back and offensive line depth charts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on what transpired in Saturday's Penn State Blue-White game at windy Beaver Stadium.   Johnny and Bob analyze what they saw from transfer wideouts Devonte Ross and Kyron Hudson and also discuss James Franklin's post-scrimmage comments on reserve quarterback Jaxon Smolik and Penn State's linebacker depth.   Plus, Johnny and Bob take a closer look at what the recent addition of another transfer wideout, Trebor Pena, could mean for Penn State's offense in the fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal had a lot to get to Thursday, talking all things Blue-White Game, NFL Draft and red-hot Penn State recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Nick Farabaugh go back and forth on a 2025 NFL mock draft before the first round kicks off on Thursday night. Where will Penn State stars Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren land? And what will the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles do? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's 2025 NFL draft class led by All-Americans Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren. Both are expected to go in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday night. Johnny and Bob also discuss some PSU spring storylines that have emerged ahead of the Blue-White game on Saturday afternoon at Beaver Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal sat down for their weekly live session to break down one of the biggest question marks for Penn State this offseason, which was just hurt by a transfer entry. Plus, some more wrapping up from spring practice and an ode to a college football legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the impact of veteran offensive lineman JB Nelson leaving Penn State's program on this episode. Nelson, a veteran who can play guard or tackle, was a contender to start in the fall. His departure likely creates a huge opportunity for second-year interior offensive lineman Cooper Cousins to step in at one of the guard spots. Johnny and Bob also discuss what could happen when the transfer portal opens this week. Plus, PSU adds Pennsylvania prep quarterback Peyton Falzone to its 2026 recruiting class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal discuss all things running back, quarterback and offensive line through Penn State spring practice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal dug into their takeaways from Penn State's second media viewing session of spring practice, including a big one: Will the Nittany Lions look to add a wide receiver soon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph dive into the first day of Penn State's spring camp and what we expect from pro day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Nick Farabaugh talk Penn State stars Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren, the Steelers and much more on this 2025 NFL draft special.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders dive into Penn State's group of transfer portal additions, a half-dozen players who could be critical to the Lions' 2025 success. It's easy to focus on wideouts Devonte Ross (Troy) and Kyron Hudson (USC) but James Franklin and his assistants have brought in a few players who could be critical to improvement on defense, as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their picks for potential Penn State breakout players this spring. James Franklin's Lions are replacing some significant talent from the 2024 team and Johnny and Bob have their focus on a few Penn State players — young and old — who could be the talk of spring drills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to the news that Penn State's iconic Beaver Stadium has a new naming-rights partner in West Shore Home. Johnny and Bob discuss the importance and timing of the 15-year deal worth $50 million. Plus, two talented second-year PSU players – edge rusher Max Granville and interior offensive lineman Cooper Cousins – could loom large in Penn State's 2025 plans. Johnny and Bob discuss their many talents and how they fit on defense and offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ralph and Johnny McGonigal break down some younger names to watch as spring ball gets underway at the end of March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on how Penn State's five-player contingent fared at the recent NFL combine in Indianapolis. Jaylen Reed tested very well, and standout Abdul Carter may be dealing with more than one injury issue. Johnny and Bob also take a closer look at what wideout Tyseer Denmark and corner Elliot Washington II could do for the Lions in the fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their takeaways from a couple of Penn State press conferences. PSU AD Pat Kraft and new RBs coach Stan Drayton met with media on Monday. Kraft provided a Beaver Stadium renovation update and discussed the Lions' wideout issues, among other things. Drayton had some comments on Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen. Plus, Johnny and Bob discuss a few of Penn State's most important players heading into spring drills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss Ja'Juan Seider leaving for Notre Dame and Stan Drayton being hired as his replacement. They also preview next week's NFL scouting combine, where Abdul Carter, Tyler Warren and others will represent the Nittany Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Penn State coverage crew was in State Collete on Tuesday for James Franklin's afternoon press conference. Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal discuss Franklin's thoughts on the departure of running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider, who left to take the same position at Notre Dame. Franklin also went into some of the details that led to former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles becoming the Penn State DC, replacing Tom Allen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal fleshed out their initial thoughts on new Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, including the upcoming installation process for his defense and his Philadelphia ties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State pulled off one of the biggest moves of the offseason, stealing Jim Knowles away from rival Ohio State just one week after a national championship win. Paired with returning talent in 2025, Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal react to what it means for the Nittany Lions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the possibilities for James Franklin's Penn State program in 2025 as the Lions' offseason begins. You could a sound case PSU could be better this year. You could also make a case that a couple of Lions' issues will prevent that. Plus, Johnny and Bob look back at the completed 12-team playoff and Johnny reveals where he had Penn State on his final AP ballot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State received all kinds of news Monday, from the return of Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen and Dani Dennis-Sutton to the departure of defensive coordinator Tom Allen. Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal recapped all the news, how it happened, why it happened and the future ramifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal recap the end to Penn State's season in the Orange Bowl, where a late 4th quarter field goal by the Fighting Irish put an end to the Nittany Lions' dream of a College Football Playoff championship this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders take a deep dive into the most anticipated game of Penn State's season to date. It's PSU and Notre Dame going at it in the Orange Bowl on Thursday night. The winner moves on to the championship game. Johnny and Bob discuss the talent on both sides, Abdul Carter's status, and the matchups that will decide the game. It should be an electrifying atmosphere in the Orange Bowl. Will Penn State win and advance? Johnny and Bob make their game picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph break down Penn State's College Football Playoff quarterfinal win over Boise State and discuss Abdul Carter's injury status, Drew Allar's NFL future, James Franklin's legacy and what's next in the College Football Playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph preview Penn State's CFP quarterfinal game vs. Boise State, breaking down Ashton Jeanty, the Nittany Lion offense and more. Plus, we make our picks for the Fiesta Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal briefly preview the Penn State and Boise State rushing attacks ahead of the Fiesta Bowl. They also touch on Penn State's work in the transfer portal so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State routs SMU, 38-10 to advance to the Fiesta Bowl: Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal recap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders take a deep dive into Penn State's first-ever playoff game. SMU is the opponent, chilly Beaver Stadium is the place to be on Saturday. Can the Mustangs handle PSU's improved rush attack? Plus, players to watch and game picks. And a bonus: Johnny makes his predictions for all the tournament games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss the news surrounding Penn State's quarterbacks: Beau Pribula leaving via the transfer portal and Drew Allar announcing his expected return to Happy Valley in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss which positions James Franklin and Penn State need to target with the winter transfer portal window now open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal share their reactions to Penn State's College Football Playoff seeding, which puts the Nittany Lions against SMU at Beaver Stadium in the first round.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal break down a thrilling Big Ten Championship game that saw Penn State come up short against No. 1 Oregon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal preview Penn State's Big Ten championship matchup with unbeaten Oregon on this episode. Both defenses are outstanding, but does PSU have enough offense to pull this one out? Bob and Johnny also react to some Penn State snubs when it came to the All-Big Ten teams. Plus, Bob and Johnny give their Big Ten title game picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal fields questions for a Big Ten championship game subscriber mailbag episode. We discuss the College Football Playoff implications around Penn State-Oregon, matchups to watch and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph share their reactions to a hard-to-believe Big Ten Championship game berth for Penn State, including how it will change the Nittany Lions' CFP outlook. Our content: pennlive.com/pennstatefootball/ Follow them on Twitter/X: @maxralph_ @jmcgonigal9 PennLive Socials Twitter/X: @psufootball Instagram: @psufootballproud Facebook: Penn State Football on PennLive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss the latest College Football Playoff rankings and where Penn State stands in relation to Notre Dame and the Nittany Lions' push for a first-round home game at Beaver Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's Monday news conference with 10-1 Penn State prepping for Saturday's visit from Maryland. Franklin provided an update on the status of starting right tackle Anthony Donkoh and reserved defensive lineman Alonzo Ford, who left the Minnesota game with injuries. Plus, Franklin was asked about the possibility of Penn State advancing to the Big Ten title game against Oregon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penn State survived what would have been a disastrous loss at Minnesota with a one-point win, keeping its hopes of a College Football Playoff berth alive. PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal recap the win and how the Nittany Lions pulled off the must-needed victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Max Ralph and Johnny McGonigal air out their grievances on the national CFP discussion, which might give too much credit to SEC teams these days. Plus, they react to Penn State's No. 4 placement and whether the Lions could stomach another loss this year. Our content: pennlive.com/pennstatefootball/ Follow them on Twitter/X: @maxralph_ @jmcgonigal9 PennLive Socials Twitter/X: @psufootball Instagram: @psufootballproud Facebook: Penn State Football on PennLive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal react to James Franklin's Monday news conference with 9-1 Penn State prepping for Saturday's road game at Minnesota. Franklin was asked about the play of PSU edge rusher Abdul Carter, who has 17.5 tackles for loss despite some "grabby" play by opposing offensive linemen. Johnny and Bob discuss whether Carter has drawn enough holding calls this season from officials. (Spoiler alert: He has not.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph field questions from subscribers on Penn State football, its standing in the College Football Playoff rankings and where the rest of the Big Ten factors in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's Monday news conference with 8-1 Penn State preparing to face heavy underdog Purdue on Saturday in West Lafayette. Nick Singleton left the Washington win early in the second half. Franklin did provide an update on Singleton. In his absence, a young PSU runner shined in his college debut. How good is Corey Smith? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss the aftermath following Penn State's loss to Ohio State, as well as where the Nittany Lions sit in the initial College Football Playoff rankings and their path to 11-1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to Penn State coach James Franklin's Monday press conference with the 7-1 Nittany Lions preparing for a Beaver Stadium White Out visit from Washington on Saturday. Franklin also spent a good chunk of time reviewing PSU's 20-13 loss to Ohio State last Saturday in State College. Franklin went into detail on what went wrong on PSU's fourth-quarter possession that misfired from inside the OSU 5, and discussed his defense's inability to stop the Buckeyes' offense from running out the final 5:13 of game clock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices