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Penn State football head coach Matt Campbell says the exact opposite of what the entire fan base is feeling after loss to Wisconsin

The Penn State Nittany Lions lost to Wisconsin at home, and Matt Campbell’s QB Rocco Becht did not perform well in the clutch. The Penn State Nittany Lions just blew a 17-point lead at home.

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Penn State Football: 3 Things That Went Wrong In Disastrous 24-20 Loss to Wisconsin

Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell‘s Big Ten debut could not have gotten off to a rockier start, after the Nittany Lions blow a 10-point forth quarter lead to lose their first game of the 2026 season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / College Football Talk / September 26

Wisconsin scores twice in last 4 minutes, rallies to beat No. 13 Penn State 24-20

Wisconsin outgained the Nittany Lions 355-248 and won their first game in Beaver Stadium since 2003.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 26

Wisconsin earns biggest win of Luke Fickell era with comeback

Wisconsin gets biggest win of Luke Fickell era with comeback over No. 13 Penn State

When the Wisconsin Badgers went down 17-0 on the road against No. 13-ranked Penn State, it felt like every other letdown performance in a big game since the arrival of head coach Luke Fickell.

Clock doesn't lie: Iowa stuns Michigan with walk-off touchdown on bonus play

No. 21 Florida finding identity behind Jadan Baugh, Duke Clark

Texas DE Colin Simmons bounces back to make history vs. No. 14 Tennessee

Mike Locksley's seat only getting hotter after Maryland gets embarrassed at home

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / September 26

1:02 100 Breaststroker Maddie Loken Gives Penn State Their 2nd Commitment For 2028

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

Armstrong Nnodim News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 25

Armstrong Nnodim, Penn State's 'Glue Guy,' Poised to Make Difference on Defense

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State defensive tackle Armstrong Nnodim said he always wants to learn as much as possible about football or life in general. So he takes advantage of playing the same position as eighth-year Siale Taupaki and sixth-year Keanu Williams.

Koby Howard News / Nittany Central / September 24

Penn State Football About to Lean On Rising Star to Fill Massive Koby Howard Void

The news rumbled through sleepy State College like a freight train. The 2026 Penn State Football team was off to a perfect 3-0 start, a No. 13 national ranking.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 24

Big Ten Standout Ruled Out Indefinitely, Sustains Injury After Scoring 70-YD Touchdown

A Big 10 receiver’s best play of the season turned into the play that took him away from action. The sophomore receiver caught a pass from his QB1, found open grass, and went 70 yards for a touchdown last week.

Zay Robinson News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 24

Challenged by His Coaches, Penn State's Zay Robinson Is Ready for the Spotlight

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State coach Matt Campbell announced less than ideal news Wednesday. Star receiver Koby Howard will be out for an “extended period of time,” raising questions of who will step up in his absence.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 23

Why Matt Campbell's Penn State Career Truly Begins in Week 4 vs. Wisconsin

When it comes to Matt Campbell’s tenure at Penn State, the job description is generally as follows: Do what James Franklin did, but do it ever so slightly better.

Koby Howard News / Nittany Central / September 23

Matt Campbell Offers Devastating Injury Update on Penn State WR Koby Howard

Ahead of No. 13 Penn State Football team kicking off Big Ten play Saturday against the Wisconsin Badgers, the Nittany Lions received unfortunate injury news to one of the team’s breakout offensive stars.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 23

Penn State Football Stock Up, Stock Down Report Entering Week 4

Penn State head coach Matt Campbell is a perfect 3-0 in his first season with the Nittany Lions. But what looms now is the first real test on his schedule, as Wisconsin visits Beaver Stadium on Saturday to open the Big Ten season. Where is this Penn State team trending as conference play approaches?

Koby Howard News / Viral Sports News / September 23

Penn State Gets Concerning News About Star Wide Receiver

Penn State star wide receiver Koby Howard’s status is uncertain for Saturday against Wisconsin after the sophomore standout was injured on a long touchdown last weekend.

Koby Howard News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 22

Where Penn State Turns if Koby Howard Misses the Wisconsin Game

Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht quickly developed an on-field harmony with receiver Koby Howard through three games, connecting with him for seven completions of 30+ yards.

Koby Howard News / Nittany Central / September 22

‘Dinged Up’ Koby Howard on Penn State Football Injury Report vs. Wisconsin, and Other Updates

As No. 13 Penn State Football prepares to open Big Ten play against Wisconsin Saturday night, Penn State head coach Matt Campbell discussed quite a few injuries that the Nittany Lions sustained during nonconference play during his weekly press conference Tuesday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 22

3 Key Things the Non-Conference Schedule Taught Us About Penn State Football

Penn State moved up to 13th in the AP Top 25 rankings on Sunday, five spots higher than its preseason ranking. Head coach Matt Campbell has his unbeaten team in a good place heading into Big Ten play, which begins Saturday against Wisconsin. But what did we really learn about the Nittany Lions through the friendly non-conference schedule?

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 22

Penn State football just landed in the top-8 for an elite recruit in the 2028 class who could develop at multiple positions

The Penn State Nittany Lions seem to really like Brayden Arnold in the 2028 recruiting class, and he’s put them in the top-8. The Penn State Nittany Lions just landed in the top eight for four-star athlete Brayden Arnold, the Duncanville, Texas, prospect who could become a key piece of the program’s 2028 recruiting class.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 21

Penn State Wrestler Jayden James Will 'Grayshirt: ' What That Means for Him and Penn State

Penn State wrestling commit Jayden James confirmed that he will not compete for the Nittany Lions this season, choosing to extend his eligibility one year with a decision known as a "grayshirt." James, the highest-ranked commit in Penn State' 2026 recruiting class, will be a freshman on the Nittany Lions' 2027-28 wrestling team.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / September 20

Penn State football may have just used their win over Buffalo in the perfect way with one of the best recruits in the country

The Penn State football team just got a huge win over Buffalo, and one recruit loved his visit during the game. The Penn State Nittany Lions hosted a handful

College Football News / TWSN / September 20

Penn State Has Found Its Next Superstar Wide Receiver

For years the Penn State Nittany Lions have been looking for their next truly elite wide receiver that can change their passing attack. Three weeks into the 2026 season and they seemingly have found their answer.

Dominic DeLuca News / Viral Sports News / September 15

Former Penn State Captain Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Dominic DeLuca was released from the Baltimore Ravens’ practice squad on Monday, ending the West Pittston product’s first NFL stop about two weeks after he had been retained as a developmental piece.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / September 10

Penn State HC Matt Campbell Made Unseen Sacrifice That James Franklin & Co. Never Did, Reveals Photographer

The cameras were ready. The photographers were waiting. Matt Campbell, however, was nowhere to be found. As Penn State prepared to make its Beaver Stadium entrance before a 45-0 rout of Marshall, the new head coach deliberately buried himself among his players.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / September 8

Biggest surprises from Penn State's first win under Matt Campbell

The Matt Campbell era is off to a roaring start in Happy Valley. We learned a lot about this reconstructed roster in Week 1, so let's break down some of the biggest surprises from Campbell's first win at Penn State.

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / September 3

Penn State Facing Backlash For Honoring Joe Paterno In 2026

Penn State is dominating the headlines ahead of its season opener, but it’s not because Matt Campbell is excited about his 2026 roster. Earlier this week, Penn State announced that it’s All-Sports Museum inside Beaver Stadium will be adding the Paterno Family Football Experience Room.