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

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 / Sporting News / October 26

What's next for Brian Kelly? Potential landing spots for former LSU coach, including Penn State, Auburn and the NFL

Here are some options for Brian Kelly after the coach was fired from LSU following four season at the helm.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 26
Penn State's Luke Lilledahl Makes USA Wrestling History

Penn State's Luke Lilledahl Makes USA Wrestling History

Penn State's Luke Lilledahl made USA Wrestling history Sunday, becoming the first American to win age-group titles at the U17, U20 and U23 world championships.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 25
Why Penn State Is Trying to Jumpstart Nicholas Singleton's Final Season

Why Penn State Is Trying to Jumpstart Nicholas Singleton's Final Season

STATE COLLEGE | Running back Nicholas Singleton has been the home-run hitter during career in Penn State's backfield, while Kaytron Allen has had the better hitting percentage.

Gavin Mckenna News / Nittany Central / October 25
Watch: Gavin McKenna scores 1st Goal in front of Home fans in comeback win over Stonehill

Watch: Gavin McKenna scores 1st Goal in front of Home fans in comeback win over Stonehill

There is something special about scoring your first goal in front of the home fans & that is what we saw on Friday night as the Penn State Nittany Lions took on the Stonehill Skyhawks from Pegula Ice Arena in State College, PA.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / October 24
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

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.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25
Nick Saban issues a warning to future coaches of Penn State, Florida

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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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / October 24
3 Questions That Will Define Penn State Wrestling’s 2025-2026 Season

3 Questions That Will Define Penn State Wrestling’s 2025-2026 Season

Penn State Wrestling heads into the 2025-2026 collegiate wrestling season with lofty expectations, but three questions may define their entire year. The leaves are starting to turn random shades of orange, the air is starting to feel more crisp, and the seemingly endless days of gray skies are upon us.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 24
Penn State's Mitchell Mesenbrink Scores Huge Win on World Wrestling Stage

Penn State's Mitchell Mesenbrink Scores Huge Win on World Wrestling Stage

Penn State's Mitchell Mesenbrink scored one of the biggest wins of his career Friday at the U23 World Wrestling Championships. Mesenbrink clinched a takedown in the final second to defeat defending Senior World champ Yoshinosuke Aoyagi of Japan 7-4 and reach the gold-medal match in the 74 kg men's freestyle weight class.

Drew Allar News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 23
Penn State Coach Is 'Heartbroken' for Quarterback Drew Allar

Penn State Coach Is 'Heartbroken' for Quarterback Drew Allar

Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki gave quarterback Drew Allar some advice recently. He told Allar, who underwent surgery to repair a broken

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 23
Preview: Penn State Wrestling at the U23 World Championships

Preview: Penn State Wrestling at the U23 World Championships

Penn State takes on the world this week at the U23 World Wrestling Championships in Serbia. Seven Nittany Lions will compete for Team USA in the men's freestyle tournament, an astonishing 70 percent of the 10-member team.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / October 23
From Hottest Hire to Question Mark: Should Penn State Bring Jim Knowles Back Next Season?

From Hottest Hire to Question Mark: Should Penn State Bring Jim Knowles Back Next Season?

This January, Penn State Football shocked the entire college football world. Head coach James Franklin and the Nittany Lions hired former Ohio State Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 23
Penn State's Terry Smith Says the Program Is Facing a 'Storm'

Penn State's Terry Smith Says the Program Is Facing a 'Storm'

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State was undefeated after its first bye week nearly a month ago. During its second bye week of the season, the program has an interim head coach and hasn’t won a game since Sept.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / October 23
Why We Launched the NittanyCentral Newsletter … and Why You Should Subscribe

Why We Launched the NittanyCentral Newsletter … and Why You Should Subscribe

Penn State fans deserve more than recycled headlines and surface-level coverage. You deserve insider insight, trusted analysis, and the kind of perspective that makes you feel closer to the program you love.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 23
Penn State’s Offensive Identity Crisis: Andy Kotelnicki Addresses Season Struggles, QB Transition, and What Comes Next

Penn State’s Offensive Identity Crisis: Andy Kotelnicki Addresses Season Struggles, QB Transition, and What Comes Next

STATE COLLEGE, Pa.—After seven games, Penn State’s offense sits at a stunning No. 99 nationally in total offense—a statistic that underscores just how far expectations have fallen in 2025.

James Franklin News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Penn State Dealt Unfortunate Recruiting News in Wake of James Franklin's Firing

Penn State Dealt Unfortunate Recruiting News in Wake of James Franklin's Firing

Penn State can not seem to stop being dealt bad news since James Franklin was fired after the 22-21 Week 7 loss to Northwestern. As of Wednesday, the Nittany Lions have had seven recruits from the 2026 class and three from the 2027 class decommit, totaling 10.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 22
Syracuse jumps on opportunity and flips DL from Penn State

Syracuse jumps on opportunity and flips DL from Penn State

Chaos is the proper word to describe what happens on the recruiting trail when a head coach leaves or is fired from a college football program.

2025 could bring historic buyout total for fired college football coaches
The 25 greatest players in ACC football history
The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz
Paul Finebaum News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 19
Florida or Penn State? Paul Finebaum names which program has the better open job

Florida or Penn State? Paul Finebaum names which program has the better open job

On yet another Sunday edition of the Matt Barrie Show with guest Paul Finebaum, the two ESPN commentators broke down an epic Week 8 Saturday of college football while addressing some bigger-picture coaching narratives.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 18
James Franklin makes 'emotional' confession after Penn State firing

James Franklin makes 'emotional' confession after Penn State firing

Just six days after his controversial firing, former Penn State coach James Franklin joined College GameDay for a brief interview to discuss the situation.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / October 17
James Franklin Mentioned For 2 Coaching Jobs After Penn State Firing

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.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 17

This is the Last Thing Penn State Needs

Usually when you break up with someone, you want to try and get over that person as soon as possible. That is also true with coaching, as after someone is fired, the last thing a school needs is to have that person lingering around.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / October 17
Urban Meyer offers bold take on Penn State's James Franklin firing

Urban Meyer offers bold take on Penn State's James Franklin firing

Urban Meyer is no stranger to the hiring and firing process of big-time football programs.

Head-coaching candidates Penn State should avoid: Why Matt Rhule, others would be disastrous
Teams taking QB No. 1 overall should make coaching change as well
Nick Saban is already being linked to the Penn State job
The 20 most memorable college football scandals
The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz
Nick Saban News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15
Nick Saban is already being linked to the Penn State job

Nick Saban is already being linked to the Penn State job

The Penn State job is one of the biggest in college football, so Nick Saban is being linked to it whether he likes it or not. 

Matt Rhule says right things about Penn State but Nebraska must be worried
Head-coaching candidates Penn State should avoid: Why Matt Rhule, others would be disastrous
New prominent coach gets linked to the Penn State job
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / October 13
Penn State AD Pat Kraft delivers impassioned vision for next HC

Penn State AD Pat Kraft delivers impassioned vision for next head coach

This was supposed to be the year for Penn State to take the next step, but consecutive losses to Oregon, UCLA and Northwestern signaled the end of James Franklin's time in Happy Valley. 

James Franklin's firing was needed, but does it solve Penn State's problems?
Adidas was reportedly behind the decision to fire Franklin
CFB analyst suggests surprising coordinator to be Penn State's HC
One coach stands out as person to return Penn State to glory
Matt Rhule addresses Nebraska future as Penn State speculation grows

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