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Penn State Looks DOMINANT Heading Into Week 2!Penn State Receivers SHINE in an electrifying Week 1 as the Nittany Lions kick off their college football season with precision, maturity, and standout performances! In this week's episode of The Pocket, Hack & Cabinda break down the key highlights, including the stellar showing of Penn State's wide receivers and the team's all-around effort that has fans buzzing. Whether it's the chemistry between Drew and his receivers, the clean execution across all phases, or the dominance of the defense, PSU football is looking strong and ready for a big season.Here's what to expect:- A deep dive into Penn State's Week 1 performance and what makes this team stand out.- The rise of new stars!- Drew's poised and polished quarterbacking, leading a dynamic offense with precision.- Defensive dominance with standout performances from Zane Durant!- Keys to success for the Nittany Lions moving forward.- Big picture thoughts on the competitive college football landscape.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:15 - Jason Cabinda Week 1 Thoughts03:52 - Newcomers Making an Impact07:05 - Schedule for Penn State09:45 - Easier Schedule Ahead?14:55 - Defensive Performance Recap22:28 - Offensive Performance Recap27:12 - Offensive Depth29:15 - Drew Allar Spotlight31:42 - Looking Ahead: Alabama Game Preview40:00 - CFB Week 1 Reactions42:35 - FIU Game Preview#collegefootball #nfl #cfb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #football #sunday #saturday

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to Penn State Football's head coach James Franklin talking about his routine after games.

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson review the first of the weekly press conferences for Steelers' head coach Mike Tomlin, and they determine how many of his responses are probably lies. Also, do you think the New York Jets would have an easier time running the ball if the Steelers don't have DL Cam Heyward on Sunday? And did you know about the postgame ritual for Penn State Football's head coach James Franklin? September 3, 2025, 7:00 Hour

Host Adam Bittner welcomes Post-Gazette sports columnist Jason Mackey to preview the season for coach James Franklin's Penn State Nittany Lions football team. Will we learn anything about Drew Allar, Kaytron Allen, Nick Singleton and others during an easy early-season schedule? Or will we need to wait until White Out night against the Oregon Ducks in late September? How much can the new Jim Knowles defense dominate Big Ten opponents? Can Penn State finally beat its nemesis Ohio State in Columbus? And what are Jason's picks in terms of record, the conference title race and College Football Playoff potential? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

We are pumped for college football and we all believe we will watch more than recent years to try and find who's the Steelers next quarterback. A lot of Penn State's season will come down to how Drew Allar plays. How will Pitt do?

Bob said Greg Brown called him to wish Joe a happy birthday and Greg used a fake laugh when addressing Joe's. Bob is not surprised the Pirates moved on from Andrew Heaney and didn't think the Pirates would get anything for him other than an A-ball player. Tommy Pham would have been a guy to trade at the August deadline. Our college football picks.

Who wins the first quiz show of the year?

Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson share how they believe certain college football teams are going to do this season.

Get ready for an explosive episode as we dive into Penn State Football's Week 2 clash with Nevada! Hosted by Cory & Shawn, we're joined by special guest Zach Seyko from Locked On Nittany Lions for a deep dive into the Nittany Lions' game plan, key matchups, and bold predictions. Will PSU's passing offense explode? Can the defense shut down Nevada's motion-filled attack? We break it all down! Main Topics: Nevada Preview: Strengths, weaknesses, and X-factors for PSU's home opener. Is Drew Allar ready to shine? Big Ten Pick'em: Our weekly picks for the conference's biggest games—join the fun and share your predictions! Zach Seyko's Insights: From recruiting to game-day strategy, Zach drops exclusive takes on PSU's 2025 season.

WEEK 1. PENN STATE FOOTBALL. CFB IS BACK!Is Penn State's 4-2-5 defense a game-changer or a risk? In preparation for Week 1 of the CFB Season, here's what to expect from the Nittany Lions' unique defensive scheme under Jim Knowles. With a roster full of talented players and sky-high expectations, Christian Hackenberg & Jason Cabinda analyze the big picture and explore how this system could shape PSU football this season.Here's what to expect: - Breaking down the 4-2-5 defense: structure, strengths, and challenges.- Key players like Zane Durant & emerging defensive backs are poised to make an impact.- The linebacker question: Can this group develop into a reliable core?- Offensive: Drew Allar's leadership, a deep running back room, and the revamped WR room!- Season outlook: The importance of early games, Big Ten dark horses, and matchups to watch.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:46 - Defensive Strategies06:02 - 4-2-5 Defense20:24 - Offensive Line22:10 - Tight Ends23:38 - WR Room30:50 - Keyvone Lee and Noah Cain Insights37:00 - RB Room39:18 - 2025 Team Captains41:30 - Big Ten Dark Horse Programs#collegefootball #nfl #cfb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #football #sunday #saturday

Host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado preview a pressure-packed season for Penn State QB Drew Allar. Can he prove his many critics wrong after a crushing interception at the end of the College Football Playoff semifinal loss to Notre Dame at the Orange Bowl set him up for an offseason full of doubt nationally? Did coach James Franklin and OC Andy Kotelnicki add enough firepower for him to succeed in transfer receivers Kyron Hudson, Devonte Ross and Trebor Pena? How will he perform without the safety valve that Tyler Warren provided at tight end before departing to the Indianapolis Colts in the NFL draft this past spring? And will names like Khalil Dinkins, Luke Reynolds and Andrew Rappleyea be able to step up for him in a similar way? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Head coach Pat Narduzzi wants someone to bring him ribs after the Duquesne game. Penn State still has an Ohio State problem and James Franklin is 1-10 against Ohio State. Joe thinks Ohio State is better, but Jeff thinks Penn State is a very good team and has an advantage with so many vets.

Bill opened the show by breaking down the biggest storylines he's paying attention to in college football this season before giving his conference and national championship picks. Would You Rather followed as Bill debated between seeing Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift break up or Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson staying together forever and if he is rooting for Brian Kelly or James Franklin to fail more. Hour two opened up with Westwood One NFL anaylst Ross Tucker joining the show to discuss if the Commanders veteran leadership is a boost or concern and if Micah Parsons could miss Week 1. Buy or Sell was next as Bill answered if Grimsby Town beating Man United is the biggest upset in soccer history and if there will be a woman head coach in the NBA by the year 2030. Vegas Mistake's Kevin Todd joined the show to give his best bet of the opening college football weekend before the show ended with Bill reacting to the kerfuffle at the US Open between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko.

In the debut episode of their Penn State football podcast, host Adam Bittner and Post-Gazette/Daily Collegian Nittany Lions insider Isaiah Maldonado preview the season for the pivotal wide receiver group. Can transfers Trebor Pena, Devonte Ross and Kyron Hudson make the impact this team sorely lacked from the position last season, in falling short against Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl? Or could they be the next in a long line of disappointments for coach James Franklin, from Dante Cephas, to Malik McClain to Julian Fleming? And how will home-grown options including Liam Clifford, Tyseer Denmark and Koby Howard develop with Drew Allar behind center? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

It's a brand new college football season, and the Penn State Nittany Lions come into the 2025 season ranked as the #2 team in the nation. With a ton of veteran position groups, the boys go in depth on the strengths and weaknesses of this squad—lastly, it's season predictions and the first week of the Big Ten Betting Bonanza.Subscribe HERE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdoTL0BmD1GFBLYw1r8zCDg?view_as=subscriber?sub_confirmation=1 Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/whiteoutweeklyFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeklywhiteoutFollow The Liberty Line Here: https://thelibertyline.com/Liberty Line Twitter: https://twitter.com/LibertyLinePHLLiberty Line Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/libertylinephl/

Cory & Shawn are back to cover their 4th season of Penn State Football. In this episode they preview the Nittany Lions season. Where do they end up? Will they meet expectations? Will they finally get over the hump? What is the hump? Is this their window? Where does Penn State have the most depth? Where are they thin? Finally, they give you their bold predictions and their season predictions!   Week 1 Pick'em

Do you like noon kicks? Bob and Austin don't like it. We are fascinated by Bill Belichick in North Carolina and it's the most hyped season in UNC history. Indiana plays a weak non-conference. We discuss Penn State's chances in the Big Ten and if they can win a national championship.

Penn State doesn't need Pitt, but it would be great for the area to play the game once again. Bob thinks Penn State goes to Ohio State and wins. Anything less than a national championship is a failed season for Austin. NFL win totals from The Athletic. Is 11.2 wins for Buffalo too low? Steelers predicted wins is 8.7 but Mike DeFabo thinks that's low.

Hour 4 with Bob Pompeani and Joe Starkey: Penn State doesn't need Pitt, but it would be great for the area to play the game once again. Bob thinks Penn State goes to Ohio State and wins. Steelers predicted wins is 8.7 by The Athletic. Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are engaged. The Chargers are 8.5.

On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Justin and Tom are joined by former ESPN College GameDay analyst David Pollack! The host of Bleav's “See Ball Get Ball” gives his thoughts on how 2025 could play out for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show (@Bleav), and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. Please subscribe, turn on notifications, comment, rate us, 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       FanDuel – Make Every Moment More!   www.fanduel.com 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     Music created by Matty Fresh #weare #pennstate #collegefootball Follow us on X and Instagram @stateofstatepod

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: This is the time for Penn State football to win the National Championship. Most people picking the playoff have Penn State going to the national semifinals. The Limitless Express - The Eagles traded for backup quarterback Sam Howell. Joe is high on Howell and thinks he can play.

This is the time for Penn State football to win the National Championship. Most people picking the playoff have Penn State going to the national semifinals. Matt Patricia is Ohio State's new defensive coordinator and replaces Jim Knowles, who went to Penn State.

This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve preview the 2025 Penn State football season in their sixth? (idk I've lost track) edition of the Penn State Football Season Preview Kickoff Extravaganza Show Spectacular.    Follow Darian and Steve on Twitter @StuffSomersSays and @SteveSamspell. Visit the website at StuffSomersSays.com. Join the newsletter today. Go buy Stuff by visiting StuffSomersSays.com/TheStuff

The Pirates will induct Lanny Frattare into their Media Wall of Fame. The Pirates inducted Vernon Law, Al Oliver, and KiKi Cuyler into the Pirates Hall of Fame. What can we glean from the Steelers preseason game? The Steelers should consider keeping Skylar Thompson as their backup quarterback. Jason Mackey is picking Penn State to win the national championship!

The Season Premiere of The Pocket is HERE!Penn State's 'Now or Never' season kicks off with high expectations, bold predictions, and a laser focus on success. In this episode, Christian Hackenberg & Jason Cabinda go in-depth on what makes this year a pivotal moment for the Nittany Lions and why it's all or nothing for PSU football.Here's what you can expect:- Big picture analysis on why this season is Penn State's best chance to shine.- The team's "keys to success" with Drew Allar leading what might be his final ride.- How top-tier coaching hires and player development are reshaping the program.- The innovative strength and conditioning strategies keeping the team at peak performance.- What to expect from the Penn State vs. Ohio State showdown and other critical matchups.- A closer look at the team's depth, veteran leadership, and the road ahead. With the Nittany Lions ranked No. 2 and aiming for No. 1, we break down why this season has the makings of a championship run. Join us as we analyze the hype, discuss the challenges, and highlight the exciting potential of Penn State football in 2023.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:52 - Penn State Football Revival06:37 - Texas Football Resurgence08:06 - James Franklin's Program09:58 - Penn State's Schedule14:22 - Strength and Conditioning19:08 - Nutrition for Athletes21:58 - Football Facility Upgrades25:02 - Embracing Hype and Expectations27:53 - Final Thoughts#collegefootball #nfl #cfb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #football #sunday #saturday

Bill opened the show by discussing how the Cincinnati Bengals look foolish by refusing to pay Trey Hendrickson after their latest preseason defensive effort. Bill then laughs at Nick Saban's quip towards Greg McElroy and tells a story about his interaction with the former Alabama head coach before discussing if the expectations placed on Texas QB Arch Manning are unfair. Bill ended the first hour by reacting to the breaking news that the Colts have named Daniel Jones their starting quarterback. Hour two kicked off with Bill chatting with The Athletic's Cleveland Browns reporter Zac Jackson about their decision to start Joe Flacco and if the team would keep four quarterbacks on the active roster. Buy or Sell is next as Bill answers if Caleb Williams will be better than Trevor Lawrence and if the Cubs made the right decision in benching Kyle Tucker before ending the show by laughing at Ryan for the Colts starting Daniel Jones.

Rob and Lonzo talk Water Cooler Cheat Sheet, Cade or LaNorris, and Penn State Football

Ross is joined by Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, and running back Nick Singleton to discuss the upcoming season, Drew's NFL future, some of the players they look up to, and much more! Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS! Connect with the Pod Website - https://www.rosstucker.com Become A Patron - https://www.patreon.com/RTMedia Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerPod Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rosstuckerpod/ Ross Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State football is seven practices into preseason camp and fresh off a trip to team facilities we have several updates to discuss on a new Lions247 Podcast. Competition at running back, developments in the trenches and a position change are among key Nittany Lions topics. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. 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

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 Starting 5 presented by United Bank Shares See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ross is joined by Penn State's head coach James Franklin to discuss the team's expectations going into this season, quarterback Drew Allar, the current state of college football & how it compares to the NFL, and much more! Download the DraftKings Sports Book App and use code ROSS! Connect with the Pod Website - https://www.rosstucker.com Become A Patron - https://www.patreon.com/RTMedia Podcast Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerPod Podcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rosstuckerpod/ Ross Twitter - https://twitter.com/RossTuckerNFL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- If the Big Ten Conference got four teams in the College Football Playoffs again, who are the likely teams? Can the Big 10 do it again? The Ohio State Buckeyes, The Penn State Nittany Lions, The Oregon Ducks and The Indiana Hoosiers all made the Playoffs last season. - Can Ohio State Football, Penn State Football, Oregon Football and Indiana Football do it again? What gets the Michigan Wolverines, USC Trojans or others in the mix? - Andy Staples Joins the Show! - Why is it OK for Vanderbilt Football to give out Birmingham Bowl rings? - How disappointing was the MLB Speedway Classic in Bristol? Are Atlanta Braves fans and Cincinnati Reds fans happy with playing at a NASCAR speedway? WEBSITE: https://nextroundlive.com/ MOBILE APP: https://nextroundlive.com/the-ne.... SHOP THE NEXT ROUND STORE: https://nextround.store/ Like TNR on Facebook: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Twitter: / nextroundlive Follow TNR on Instagram: / nextroundlive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Justin and Tom explore Penn State football's outlook for the 2025 season! Including the latest from the early days of Training Camp, the battle for the nickel cornerback spot, DC Jim Knowles' impact on this year, and a special focus on PSU vs Oregon. 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, and wherever else you get your podcasts. Please subscribe, turn on notifications, comment, rate us, 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     FanDuel – Make Every Moment More!   www.fanduel.com 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     Music created by Matty Fresh #weare #pennstate #collegefootball Follow us on X and Instagram @stateofstatepod

Pat Forde says the hottest rivalry in college football isn't between schools, it's between leagues. The Big Ten vs. SEC ("That Other Conference") has gone from a simmer to a boil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pro Football Focus says Alabama only needs “consistent” QB play to win the National Championship. Do you view the Alabama Football roster as stacked as PFF College? The Auburn Tigers may land a much needed recruit today. 4-Star LB Jaquez Wilkes of Wadley makes his announcement, will he choose Auburn Football? We react to the SEC Media Poll and the Big Ten Media Poll. What did the voters get right, what did they get wrong? The Penn State Nittany Lions are picked to win the Big Ten, CBS Sports Tom Fornelli calls this a “career defining” season for Penn State Football coach James Franklin. Can he finally deliver? Brad Crawford of CBS Sports gives us a bold SEC prediction for all the SEC teams. We do what we always do: Are they even bold? Will they happen? Scottie Scheffler rolls to another major win, his first Open Championship victory. He is now tracking along the Tiger Woods path, can he continue that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro Football Focus says Alabama only needs “consistent” QB play to win the National Championship. Do you view the Alabama Football roster as stacked as PFF College? The Auburn Tigers may land a much needed recruit today. 4-Star LB Jaquez Wilkes of Wadley makes his announcement, will he choose Auburn Football? We react to the SEC Media Poll and the Big Ten Media Poll. What did the voters get right, what did they get wrong? The Penn State Nittany Lions are picked to win the Big Ten, CBS Sports Tom Fornelli calls this a “career defining” season for Penn State Football coach James Franklin. Can he finally deliver? Brad Crawford of CBS Sports gives us a bold SEC prediction for all the SEC teams. We do what we always do: Are they even bold? Will they happen? Scottie Scheffler rolls to another major win, his first Open Championship victory. He is now tracking along the Tiger Woods path, can he continue that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro Football Focus says Alabama only needs “consistent” QB play to win the National Championship. Do you view the Alabama Football roster as stacked as PFF College? The Auburn Tigers may land a much needed recruit today. 4-Star LB Jaquez Wilkes of Wadley makes his announcement, will he choose Auburn Football? We react to the SEC Media Poll and the Big Ten Media Poll. What did the voters get right, what did they get wrong? The Penn State Nittany Lions are picked to win the Big Ten, CBS Sports Tom Fornelli calls this a “career defining” season for Penn State Football coach James Franklin. Can he finally deliver? Brad Crawford of CBS Sports gives us a bold SEC prediction for all the SEC teams. We do what we always do: Are they even bold? Will they happen? Scottie Scheffler rolls to another major win, his first Open Championship victory. He is now tracking along the Tiger Woods path, can he continue that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro Football Focus says Alabama only needs “consistent” QB play to win the National Championship. Do you view the Alabama Football roster as stacked as PFF College? The Auburn Tigers may land a much needed recruit today. 4-Star LB Jaquez Wilkes of Wadley makes his announcement, will he choose Auburn Football? We react to the SEC Media Poll and the Big Ten Media Poll. What did the voters get right, what did they get wrong? The Penn State Nittany Lions are picked to win the Big Ten, CBS Sports Tom Fornelli calls this a “career defining” season for Penn State Football coach James Franklin. Can he finally deliver? Brad Crawford of CBS Sports gives us a bold SEC prediction for all the SEC teams. We do what we always do: Are they even bold? Will they happen? Scottie Scheffler rolls to another major win, his first Open Championship victory. He is now tracking along the Tiger Woods path, can he continue that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro Football Focus says Alabama only needs “consistent” QB play to win the National Championship. Do you view the Alabama Football roster as stacked as PFF College? The Auburn Tigers may land a much needed recruit today. 4-Star LB Jaquez Wilkes of Wadley makes his announcement, will he choose Auburn Football? We react to the SEC Media Poll and the Big Ten Media Poll. What did the voters get right, what did they get wrong? The Penn State Nittany Lions are picked to win the Big Ten, CBS Sports Tom Fornelli calls this a “career defining” season for Penn State Football coach James Franklin. Can he finally deliver? Brad Crawford of CBS Sports gives us a bold SEC prediction for all the SEC teams. We do what we always do: Are they even bold? Will they happen? Scottie Scheffler rolls to another major win, his first Open Championship victory. He is now tracking along the Tiger Woods path, can he continue that? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do The Alabama Crimson Tide and The Auburn Tigers factor into the greatest coaching rivalries of the first 25 years of this century? Wait until you see the Alabama Football and Auburn Football coaches in the new EA Sports College Football 25 game. Did EA Sports get closer to Kalen DeBoer or Hugh Freeze? How much has Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning taken over the Heisman Trophy betting market? Is the Texas Football QB a “Can't Miss”…or is that just what they want you to believe? The Big 12 Football Media Days kick off in Frisco, Texas today. That conference will not give you a power ranking but we will! Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 works through the Top 5 with The Penn State Nittany Lions at #4. Penn State Football got 10% of the first place votes in our ranking, what are the other 90% waiting on? Yahoo! Sports give us their all quarter century team, where are the biggest snubs and who has a chance to be on the all half century team, who will stand the test of time? Is Los Angeles Dodgers great Clayton Kershaw the last Major League Baseball pitcher to reach 3,000 strikeouts? Jim Dunaway ranks the best movies he has ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do The Alabama Crimson Tide and The Auburn Tigers factor into the greatest coaching rivalries of the first 25 years of this century? Wait until you see the Alabama Football and Auburn Football coaches in the new EA Sports College Football 25 game. Did EA Sports get closer to Kalen DeBoer or Hugh Freeze? How much has Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning taken over the Heisman Trophy betting market? Is the Texas Football QB a “Can't Miss”…or is that just what they want you to believe? The Big 12 Football Media Days kick off in Frisco, Texas today. That conference will not give you a power ranking but we will! Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 works through the Top 5 with The Penn State Nittany Lions at #4. Penn State Football got 10% of the first place votes in our ranking, what are the other 90% waiting on? Yahoo! Sports give us their all quarter century team, where are the biggest snubs and who has a chance to be on the all half century team, who will stand the test of time? Is Los Angeles Dodgers great Clayton Kershaw the last Major League Baseball pitcher to reach 3,000 strikeouts? Jim Dunaway ranks the best movies he has ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do The Alabama Crimson Tide and The Auburn Tigers factor into the greatest coaching rivalries of the first 25 years of this century? Wait until you see the Alabama Football and Auburn Football coaches in the new EA Sports College Football 25 game. Did EA Sports get closer to Kalen DeBoer or Hugh Freeze? How much has Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning taken over the Heisman Trophy betting market? Is the Texas Football QB a “Can't Miss”…or is that just what they want you to believe? The Big 12 Football Media Days kick off in Frisco, Texas today. That conference will not give you a power ranking but we will! Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 works through the Top 5 with The Penn State Nittany Lions at #4. Penn State Football got 10% of the first place votes in our ranking, what are the other 90% waiting on? Yahoo! Sports give us their all quarter century team, where are the biggest snubs and who has a chance to be on the all half century team, who will stand the test of time? Is Los Angeles Dodgers great Clayton Kershaw the last Major League Baseball pitcher to reach 3,000 strikeouts? Jim Dunaway ranks the best movies he has ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do The Alabama Crimson Tide and The Auburn Tigers factor into the greatest coaching rivalries of the first 25 years of this century? Wait until you see the Alabama Football and Auburn Football coaches in the new EA Sports College Football 25 game. Did EA Sports get closer to Kalen DeBoer or Hugh Freeze? How much has Texas Longhorns QB Arch Manning taken over the Heisman Trophy betting market? Is the Texas Football QB a “Can't Miss”…or is that just what they want you to believe? The Big 12 Football Media Days kick off in Frisco, Texas today. That conference will not give you a power ranking but we will! Our Champions Boxing 40-in-40 works through the Top 5 with The Penn State Nittany Lions at #4. Penn State Football got 10% of the first place votes in our ranking, what are the other 90% waiting on? Yahoo! Sports give us their all quarter century team, where are the biggest snubs and who has a chance to be on the all half century team, who will stand the test of time? Is Los Angeles Dodgers great Clayton Kershaw the last Major League Baseball pitcher to reach 3,000 strikeouts? Jim Dunaway ranks the best movies he has ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Penn State football program added more than 35 new players this offseason via freshmen additions and transfer pickups. The Lions247 Podcast returns with focus on that group, as we rank the top 10 new Nittany Lions based on instant-impact potential. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. 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

We kick off our 2025 college football preview season with everything you need to know before the action begins on August 23rd. From revenue sharing to playoff seeding changes, new coaching hires to massive quarterback transfers, we break down all the major storylines heading into the season. In this college football podcast episode, we discuss the sport's new revenue sharing structure, playoff format adjustments, and rule changes (goodbye, Lanning loophole). We dive into the biggest coaching moves—from Bill Belichick at UNC to coordinator shuffles at Ohio State, Florida State, and beyond. Plus, we analyze the most impactful quarterback transfers including John Mateer to Oklahoma, Carson Beck to Miami, and Fernando Mendoza to Indiana. We also cover the media landscape changes with Lee Corso's retirement and preview what promises to be a season where familiar faces in new places could reshape the college football hierarchy. Is this the year for Clemson's resurgence? Can Penn State finally break through? And who will emerge from the crowded Group of Five race? Consider this your intro guide to the 2025 season. Timestamps:0:00 - Intro5:07 - Season start date and the strange familiarity of 20259:47 - "Old names in new places"11:55 - New questions for blue bloods16:22 - Revenue sharing19:37 - Straight seeding in the CFP20:30 - New FBS teams and conference realignment23:11 - New rules27:30 - Head coaching changes33:21 - Key coordinator changes40:58 - Notable transfers46:49 - Impact freshmen49:15 - Media news & random factoids51:32 - Consensus top 10 _____ A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes: Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcasts Spotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotify Amazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-music Overcast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcast Pocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcasts Podcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addict CastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castbox Our college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbal Learn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/about Want to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe. College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Penn State legends sit down as LaVar Arrington and Todd Blackledge chat about how the game of football has helped shape their lives, the College Football Playoff, Penn State in the 80s and being coached by Joe Paterno. Takeaways Todd Blackledge is a Penn State legend and national champion. His journey from Ohio to Penn State was influenced by family and academics. Football teaches valuable life lessons such as teamwork and perseverance. Preparation for broadcasting mirrors the preparation for playing quarterback. Joe Paterno had a significant impact on Blackledge's life and career. The National Football Foundation fosters community and connection among players. The expanded college football playoff system increases access for more teams. Blackledge emphasizes the importance of attention to detail in both sports and academics. Longevity in broadcasting requires continuous improvement and adaptation. Blackledge values the relationships built through football and broadcasting. #upongame #fsrweekends #2prosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this college football podcast episode, we're joined by VSiN's Tim Murray for a deep dive into the college football betting landscape ahead of the 2025 season. From Clemson's movement in the futures market to the wide-open nature of this year's championship race, Tim breaks down the key themes, betting strategies, and situational angles that matter most. We explore everything from sandwich spots and letdown games to the art of line shopping and why you should never bet teasers in college football. Tim also shares insights on which teams the pro bettors are targeting, discusses the impact of the transfer portal on betting markets, and reveals his favorite long-shot Heisman bets. Plus, how we'll be incorporating Lorenzo Lamas into our upcoming preview episodes.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro6:43 - Interview with Tim Murray of VSiN1:12:25 - Outtro_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this college football podcast episode, Ralph Russo from The Athletic joins us to break down the complex College Football Playoff negotiations happening behind closed doors between the Big Ten, SEC and other conferences. Our conversation centers on how the number of SEC conference games is driving the debate, explores the Big Ten's push for automatic qualifiers, and examines why these meetings keep happening without real progress.Ralph explains the power dynamics between Tony Petitti and Greg Sankey, why ESPN might not want playoff expansion, and how Brett Yormark is trying to wedge the SEC away from the Big Ten. Plus, the "reimagined" conference championship weekend, whether a breakaway league is possible, and why this feels like college football's most charged moment since the BCS era.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:02 - The SEC Decision Tree16:19 - Power dynamics: Who's really running these meetings?27:26 - The Unpopularity of SEC & Big Ten Power36:35 - Reporting challenges and ESPN's actual role vs. perception42:08 - The future of playoff expansion and what's next51:19 - Outro and preview season setup_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Penn State football is dealing with a rough patch in recruiting after missing on a few priority targets. Now what comes next as the Nittany Lions aim to complete their 2026 class? Plus, we discuss a key PSU injury update, several changes to the 2025 roster and an NBA draft prospect from Happy Valley. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. 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

Before we can move forward with our 2025 season previews, we need to heal. In this episode, we hold our annual fan therapy session, helping the Verballerhood work through the most traumatic moments from last season. From Notre Dame's shocking loss to NIU (on a first-time visitor's birthday, no less) to the eight-overtime Georgia-Georgia Tech nailbiter, we're confronting the pain head-on.Our listeners shared their deepest college football wounds: Penn State's crushing Orange Bowl interception, Oregon's Rose Bowl shellacking, Oklahoma's punter being its best quarterback, Texas's clutch 4th-and-13 conversion, and so much more. Plus: relationship drama intersecting with Texas State and Michigan State fandom.Let's process the beautiful agony of this sport before preview season begins. Consider this your exposure therapy in advance of 2025.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:49 - Upcoming previews & explaining Fan Therapy7:25 - Notre Dame's loss to NIU13:25 - Florida State and Oklahoma State bottoming out14:17 - Arkansas trauma18:28 - Georgia vs Georgia Tech 8-overtime game21:53 - The Backyard Brawl (Pitt vs West Virginia)27:08 - The Calgorithm and the Cal vs Miami game30:30 - Miami football being trauma adjacent39:50 - Penn State trauma moments42:28 - Michigan State fan (and relationship) trauma44:32 - Oregon's Rose Bowl loss to Ohio State48:08 - Oklahoma's offensive trauma52:31 - Arizona State gives up a 4th & 13 in the Peach Bowl58:25 - Texas trauma via Jack Sawyer1:01:12 - Texas A&M trauma1:03:46 - Texas State losing to Sam Houston in a restarted rivalry1:06:10 - BYU's wild loss to Kansas1:06:36 - Minnesota vs North Carolina opening game trauma1:07:47 - Rutgers' schedule and struggles1:08:12 - Tulane's lost playoff opportunity1:09:04 - Quick rundown of other team traumas (LSU, Washington, Ohio State, Oklahoma State, Baylor, Louisville)1:12:14 - Purdue fan trauma from Notre Dame game1:13:40 - Wrap up and preview of upcoming episodes_____A fan of our college football podcast? Leave us a rating and review, and don't forget to subscribe or follow so you don't miss any of our podcast episodes:Apple Podcasts: https://play.solidverbal.com/apple-podcastsSpotify: https://play.solidverbal.com/spotifyAmazon Music: https://play.solidverbal.com/amazon-musicOvercast: https://play.solidverbal.com/overcastPocket Casts: https://play.solidverbal.com/pocketcastsPodcast Addict: https://play.solidverbal.com/podcast-addictCastBox: https://play.solidverbal.com/castboxOur college football show is also available on YouTube. Subscribe to the channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@solidverbalLearn more about the show on our website: https://www.solidverbal.com/aboutWant to get in touch? Give us a holler on Twitter: @solidverbal, @tyhildenbrandt, @danrubenstein, on Instagram, or on Facebook. You can also find our college football podcast out on TikTok and Threads. Stay up to date with our free weekly college football newsletter: https://quickslants.solidverbal.com/subscribe.College football has been our passion since we started The Solid Verbal College Football Podcast back in 2008. We don't just love college football, we live it!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.