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Projecting the Depth Chart of a Very New Penn State Defense
If you expect Penn State's offense to look different next season, you'll barely recognize the defense. It will be new even to head coach Matt Campbell, who hired D'Anton Lynn from USC to remake not only what Penn State ran last year but also what Iowa State ran over the past 10.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 3
From Broken Leg to Penn State Starter: The Resilience Driving Koby Howard’s 2026 Expectations
NittanyCentral will have a special weekly series identifying and assessing five young players on the Penn State Football roster who may see an expanded role and become contributors this season.
Penn State Basketball Undergoes Another Offseason of Dramatic Change
STATE COLLEGE | Penn State men’s basketball is no stranger to roster turnover, which it's undergoing again this offseason. The Nittany Lions return only three players for the second straight year, rebuilding from the transfer portal and the international market.
New NCAA Eligibility Guidelines Could Have Major Impact on Penn State Basketball
STATE COLLEGE | The Penn State men’s basketball team is one of many to bring in professional talent from overseas, but the eligibility of those players is up in the air for next season.
Penn State Has One of College Football's Top Freshmen to Watch in 2026
Penn State's roster is one of the most turned-over in college football, with 55 newcomers in Matt Campbell's first season as head coach. Forty of those new Nittany Lions are transfers, with 15 arriving in Campbell's hastily assembled 2026 recruiting class.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 2
3 Elite Targets Who Could Make or Break Penn State Football’s Next Recruiting Class This Weekend
This weekend will kick off Penn State Football’s first big set of official visits, and there are 26 guests expected to arrive in Happy Valley. The bulk of the visits are the verbal commits already in the class, with 19 of the 20 committed Nittany Lions making the trip.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / June 2
Will Howard opens up about career uncertainty after Steelers' drafting of Drew Allar
Howard is currently on track to compete with veteran Mason Rudolph for Pittsburgh's QB2 job, and the Steelers reportedly will not carry four quarterbacks on their active roster this September.
Why Ben Brahmer Should Be Penn State's Next Great Tight End
Penn State's offense just might revolve around a tight end again this season. Ben Brahmer, the 6-7 transfer from Iowa State, might not have Tyler Warren's offensive tradecraft and probably won't snap the ball and catch a touchdown pass on the same play.
Penn State Legend Bobby Engram Nominated for College Football Honor
One of the greatest wide receivers in Penn State football history finally is on the College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Bobby Engram, a star of the Nittany Lions' last unbeaten team in 1994, is one of 80 FBS players nominated for the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame induction class.
How Connor Mirasola's Major Freestyle Win Could Alter Penn State Wrestling's Lineup
Penn State wrestling might face an interesting wrestleoff at heavyweight on its 2027 roster. Connor Mirasola, who wrestles for the Nittany Lions with twin brother Cole, foreshadowed that possibility with a major win at the 2026 U23 Nationals wrestling tournament.
Penn State Quarterbacks Coach Jake Waters Makes 'Full-Circle' Return to Happy Valley
Much of the new Penn State football coaching staff, including Matt Campbell himself, hadn't even been to State College before getting hired. But one assistant made a memorable recruiting visit to Penn State 13 years ago that nearly changed the course of his career.
Previewing Penn State Football's First Official Visit Weekend of June
Penn State will host a big group of committed players during its first official-visit weekend in June, giving much of the 2027 recruiting class a chance to bond in person early.
Penn State News and Notes: What Happened to Cael Sanderson's Salary Listing?
Summer's approaching, which means only one thing. Penn State football is approaching, too. The Nittany Lions passed the 100-day countdown to the 2026 season and are returning to State College for summer workouts and training-camp prep.
What Penn State's Matt Campbell Prioritizes Strongly in Recruiting
Penn State shifts its recruiting strategy to a home game in June after more than a month on the road. Nittany Lions coach Matt Campbell will host his first series of official-visit weekends in June, as committed and uncommitted prospects make their way to Happy Valley, some for the first time.
Here's What Penn State Paid its Football Coaches During 2024 Playoff Run
Penn State's five highest-paid employees during the 2024-25 fiscal year all worked in the athletic department, though they did not include wrestling coach Cael Sanderson, who was on the list the year before.
Masanosuke Ono Provides Glimpse Into His Penn State Wrestling Future
Masanosuke Ono didn't wrestle a match for Penn State last season, but at the NCAA Wrestling Championships, few Nittany Lions looked more proud to lift the championship trophy than he did.
Penn State Wrestling Commit Jayden James Scores Another Huge Win
Before beginning his Penn State wrestling career, Jayden James will compete for another world championship. The incoming freshman and two-time New Jersey state champion will represent the U.S.
Luke Lilledahl-Spencer Lee Rematch Headlines Final X Wrestling Event
Spencer Lee won in 2025, and Penn State's Luke Lilledahl claimed the rematch in April. In June, two of the world's top freestyle lightweights will meet for the third time to determine who qualifies for the 2026 World Wrestling Championships.
Penn State Baseball, Softball Stars Earn Major Awards
In a difficult season for Penn State baseball, one player stood out. Michael Anderson, a senior designated hitter who became the first Nittany Lion to hit 20 home runs, earned a major Big Ten honor.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 29
Former QB echoes Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger about Drew Allar alarms
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger wasn't all that big a fan of his former club grabbing quarterback Drew Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Penn State Unveils High-Profile Women's Volleyball Schedule
Penn State unveiled a national-brand women's volleyball schedule for 2026 that will take the team to several high-profile events. The Nittany Lions will play matches at two professional stadiums and in Philadelphia's iconic college basketball venue.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 28
Penn State Football 2026: The Razor-Thin Line Between Matt Campbell’s Playoff Dream and a 5-7 Nightmare
Penn State Football will enter a new era after 12 years under James Franklin when head coach Matt Campbell leads the Nittany Lions out onto the field against Marshall on September 5.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 28
Steelers coach adds to Will Howard hype amid Drew Allar reports, uncertainty
A 2025 sixth-round pick, Howard took no in-game regular-season snaps as a rookie.
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