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Preview: Penn State Hockey's Big Ten Series vs. No. 1 Michigan State

No. 3 Penn State visits No. 1 Michigan State this weekend in the most-anticipated series of the young college hockey season. The matchup features the Spartans’ ninth-ranked scoring defense (1.8 goals allowed per game) against the Nittany Lions’ sixth-rated scoring offense (4.1 goals scored per game).

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Something Doesn’t Add Up: Urban Meyer’s Denial of Penn State Rumors Raises More Questions

Urban Meyer’s name won’t go away. The three-time national champion is back in headlines, this time denying reports linking him to the Penn State job — but questions about what really happened behind the scenes remain.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 7

Urban Meyer Has Strong Message on Being Linked to Penn State Job

Just last week, it was reported that Urban Meyer had spoken to Pat Kraft about the Penn State job. Meyer has now taken a firm stance to deny those reports, amid Penn State’s coaching search.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 6

Penn State Casts Wide Net in Pursuing New Football Coach

The truth is, nobody really knows who Penn State is going to hire as its next football coach. Still, that hasn’t stopped anyone from the fun of guessing.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 6

Penn State Searches for its 'Why' During Disappointing Season

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State has four regular-season games remaining and a lot of uncertainty surrounding the program’s direction. The Nittany Lions (3-5) must win three of their last four games to qualify for a bowl game, which they could choose to decline.

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 6

Preview: Penn State Vs. Indiana With Predictions for the Nittany Lions

So much has happened since Penn State last played at Beaver Stadium on Oct. 11. The Nittany Lions lost that day to Northwestern, marking the last games for head coach James Franklin and quarterback Drew Allar.

College Football News / Nittany Central / November 5

Why Manny Diaz Is Emerging as the Perfect Fit to Lead Penn State Football’s Next Era

With Urban Meyer reportedly told “no” by Penn State and Lane Kiffin on a $9 million SEC deal that could still lure him to Florida or LSU, Duke head coach Manny Diaz’s name keeps rising to the top of PSU’s athletic director Pat Kraft’s short list as the next head coach to lead his program.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 5

Newly Offered 2028 Prospect, Cartae Ligon Goes in Depth on Penn State Offer

Even though Penn State Football is still amidst a coaching search, the work on the recruiting trail must go on. Tuesday, the Nittany Lions offered class of 2028 Running Back, Cartae Ligon.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / November 4

Watch: Do You Have Any Irrational Fears? | Penn State Women's Hockey

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 4

Penn State Has a New Favorite to Become its Next Football Coach

Penn State has a new leader in the race to hire its next football coach, though the process is a long way from over. According to Kalshi, an online exchange

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / November 3

Watch: Bucknell at Penn State | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 11/3/2025

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 3

A Viral Moment Was the Best Part of Penn State's Day at Ohio State

Perhaps Penn State's best moment of its day at Ohio State was caught backstage at Ohio Stadium. There, Nittany Lions offensive lineman Vega Ioane jumped over a tunnel railing to help a Penn State football staffer push equipment up a stadium ramp.

James Franklin News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 3

James Franklin predicted to coach ACC program after Penn State firing

On the Nonstop podcast, ESPN broadcaster Kirk Herbstreit and ESPN analyst Joey Galloway joined forces to discuss the future of fired Penn State coach James Franklin.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 3

Penn State Turned Down Urban Meyer for Surprising Reason, Report Says

Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft is heading into his fourth week in a national search for Penn State Football’s next head coach. Kraft has been casting a wide net in his search, showing interest in current head coaches, current coordinators, and former head coaches turned media personalities.

Preview: New-Look Penn State Basketball in its Opener vs. Fairfield

Penn State opens the 2025-26 men's basketball season Monday night at the Bryce Jordan Center, where the Nittany Lions will introduce a completely transformed roster.

Pat Freiermuth News / A to Z Sports / November 1

Former Penn State tight end weighs in on James Franklin firing — ‘I Don’t Agree With the Decision’

When former Penn State tight end Pat Freiermuth spoke earlier this week about the firing of James Franklin, he questioned both the timing and fallout of the move.

What James Franklin’s potential move to Virginia Tech means for Penn State’s future

The rumor has taken hold across college football circles: former Penn State head coach James Franklin is reportedly in advanced talks with Virginia Tech to become the Hokies’ next head coach.

Mike Elko News / Yardbarker / October 30

Why Penn State should root for an early end to Texas A&M's season

Penn State might be playing extra close attention to Texas A&M the rest of the 2025 season.

James Franklin is the head coach who can resurrect Virginia Tech

Latest Matt Rhule news should end Penn State rumors

'They're winning on all three phases': Former player confident in No. 3 Texas A&M's playoff chances

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The 'Division 1 Texas football teams' quiz

Matt Rhule News / Yardbarker / October 31

Latest Matt Rhule news should end Penn State rumors

The Penn State Nittany Lions can likely scratch another candidate off their coaching wish list.

James Franklin is the head coach who can resurrect Virginia Tech

Why Penn State should root for an early end to Texas A&M's season

Oregon HC Dan Lanning says that he wants to remain with school

Kent State players thrilled with huge move at head coach

Mike Norvell discusses preparing for Wake Forest's unique QB situation

James Franklin News / Yardbarker / October 29

James Franklin is the head coach who can resurrect Virginia Tech

The Hokies are 3-5 this season, and the program needs a jolt of energy.

'Ain't nobody got no patience': Deion Sanders has brutal take on college football coach firings

Five candidates to replace Brian Kelly as LSU's head coach

Report reveals Marcus Freeman's stance on Florida, Penn State jobs

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 28

Deion Sanders has brutal take on CFB coach firings

'Ain't nobody got no patience': Deion Sanders has brutal take on college football coach firings

Colorado coach Deion Sanders had quite the criticism of the recent trend of high-profile college football coaches getting fired.

Deion Sanders has strong words after Colorado destroyed by Utah

Five candidates to replace Brian Kelly as LSU's head coach

The 20 most memorable college football scandals

The 'AP College Football Player of the Year' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / October 27

Penn State Wrestler Bo Nickal Strikes Back at Criticism Following UFC 322 Announcement

The UFC had high hopes for Bo Nickal, after all, his career before joining the promotion was stellar. Yet, in his fifth fight in the mixed martial arts promotion, reality hit him like a freight train.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / October 24

Former Penn State quarterback explains why James Franklin’s “CEO” approach failed to deliver

When Christian Hackenberg talks about James Franklin, he does so with a mix of respect and realism. The former Penn State quarterback, who started under both Bill O’Brien and Franklin from 2013 to 2015, understands the DNA of the program better than most.

Nick Saban News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25

Nick Saban issues a warning to future coaches of Penn State, Florida

The seven-time national champion does, however, have some advice for candidates who might receive consideration from those programs.

Syracuse jumps on opportunity and flips DL from Penn State

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The greatest gameday traditions in college football

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / October 17

James Franklin Mentioned For 2 Coaching Jobs After Penn State Firing

James Franklin isn't even a week removed from being fired by Penn State, and yet, he's already being linked to two job openings. Penn State made the tough decision to move on from Franklin following a 22-21 loss to Northwestern.

Nick Saban News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15