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A Penn State Freshman Lineman Gets Compared to the Pouncey Brothers

Penn State played 11 different offensive linemen in its first two games, representing nearly half of the team’s unit. They’ve allowed just two sacks, both in Week 2 against Bowling Green.

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Penn State football in the hunt for a blue chip top 100 prospect

The Penn State football team is starting to dip its recruiting efforts into the state of Ohio. That’s where 2026 recruiting class member and elite cornerback Victor Singleton resides.

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 20

What You Need to Know About Penn State Vs. Kent State

No. 10 Penn State just might be the biggest favorite in its history Saturday, when the Nittany Lions host Kent State for a 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff at Beaver Stadium.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Black Shoe Diaries / September 20

Penn State Announces Full 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Schedule

Dates for all 20 Big Ten conference games are set! Penn State announced dates for all 20 conference games for the 2024-25 men’s basketball season on Thursday evening- with the help of some Penn State students: The full schedule can be found here.

James Franklin News / Basic Blues Nation / September 20

James Franklin: Penn State football freshman WR ‘trending in the right direction’

The Penn State football team is still looking for more consistency at wide receiver. Through two games in the 2024 season we’ve seen Drew Allar show that he’s comfortable with Trey Wallace and tight end Tyler Warren.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 19

Penn State's James Franklin Might Look to the NFL for a Next-Generation GM

College football players soon will be signing financial contracts with athletic departments. As a result, Penn State coach James Franklin wants to hire an expert with NFL contract experience, probably pretty soon.

James Franklin News / Basic Blues Nation / September 19

Penn State football coach James Franklin mentioned for potential SEC opening

The college football season has only just begun, but that hasn’t stopped some from looking ahead to the inevitable spin of the coaching carousel. The annual cycle of speculation and rumor mills has started particularly early this year, with the expected ouster of Florida head coach Billy Napier.

Drew Allar News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 19

Drew Allar Seeks More Success in Penn State's Explosive-Play Offense

Many Penn State football fans feel that 2024 is a “prove it” year for Drew Allar in his second season as the starting quarterback. Through the first two weeks, the Nittany Lions are 2-0 under new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki’s scheme.

Penn State vs. Kent State Football Best Bets & Computer Predictions – Sept. 21

It’ll be the No. 10 Penn State Nittany Lions (2-0) versus the Kent State Golden Flashes (0-3) in college football play at Beaver Stadium in University Park, Pennsylvania.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / September 19

Penn State Desperately Needs These Players to Step Up With K.J. Winston Lost to ‘Long-Term’ Injury

Penn State’s defense took a significant hit with the news that starting safety KJ Winston Jr. is out long-term due to injury, according to head coach James Franklin.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / September 19

Prugar: Lack of Targets for Penn State Wideouts Not a Problem… Yet

It should come as no surprise that the Penn State offense is doing things differently this season. With Andy Kotelnicki calling the shots at offensive coordinator, this offense is a far cry from how Penn State operated under Mike Yurcich.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Black Shoe Diaries / September 19

Fall Sports Update: Women’s Soccer Blows Michigan Away

Women’s volleyball falls to Pitt, men’s soccer dusted by Ohio State The women’s soccer team recorded 16 shots on goal in its whopping 6-0 win over Michigan in the Big Ten opener.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / September 19

Penn State Football Begins Safety Shuffle After ‘Long-Term’ Setback For K.J. Winston

While the definition of “long-term” in “long-term injury” isn’t crystal clear from Penn State football coach James Franklin, the Nittany Lions could ill-afford the one Franklin announced on Wednesday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / September 19

Elite 5-Star 2026 RB Schedules Penn State Visit

One of the top overall juniors in the country will be making an upcoming visit to the Penn State football program. The 5’11”, 180-pound 5-star recruit Savion Hiter from Woodberry Forest High School in Woodberry Forest, Virginia will be in State College on November 2nd for Penn State’s game against Ohio State.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 19

Penn State Emerges From Bye Week Refocused, Particularly on Defense

It’s rare for Penn State to have a bye week as early as Week 3. In fact, this past week was the earliest bye for the Nittany Lions since 2002. After a 2-0 start but a shaky 34-27 win over Bowling Green, the early break for Penn State might have come at the perfect time to address some issues, notably injuries.

Kaytron Allen News / Nittany Sports Now / September 19

Kaytron Allen: Penn State RB Coach Ja’Juan Seider ‘Makes Sure We Know We’re The Baddest…’

Penn State has one of the best running back tandems in the country, and that didn’t happen due to lack of self confidence. Nicholas Singleton is playing arguably the best football of his career, going for more than 100 yards in each of Penn State’s first two games plus a receiving touchdown.