Penn State Nittany Lions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 25

Does Penn State play today? Schedule, time, channel for next PSU Nittany Lions football game

The Sporting News has everything that you need to know in order to watch Penn State's next game.

Gavin Mckenna News / Nittany Central / October 25

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

Watch: Stonehill vs. Penn State | Highlights | Big Ten Hockey | 10/24/25

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.

Penn State’s Terry Smith has ‘no quit’ as they prepare for No. 1 Ohio State

Penn State faces a massive test after the bye.

Nick Saban News / Larry Brown Sports / October 24

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

Tom Brady shares biggest challenge Arch Manning has to overcome

The greatest gameday traditions in college football

The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / October 24

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 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.

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

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.

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

The Key Members of Penn State's Staff Who Could Follow James Franklin

As James Franklin noted during his ESPN College GameDay appearance, firings ripple far beyond the head coach. They unsettle entire programs and athletic departments, setting off a domino effect of change.

College Football News / College Football Talk / October 22

Penn State’s Kotelnicki committing to scheme, personnel changes in preparation for No. 1 Ohio State

After entering the season as the nation’s second-ranked team, the Nittany Lions have devolved in their second year under the former Big 12 coordinator.

James Franklin News / Athlon Sports / October 22

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

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

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

What Went Wrong With Penn State's Offense? Andy Kotelnicki Answers

Andy Kotelnicki, Penn State's second-year offensive coordinator, brought a cheerful mood to the inquisition. Kotelnicki on Tuesday conducted his first media call of the regular season, and a lot has happened since the last one.

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

Why Is Penn State's Defense So Complicated This Season?

Before the season began, Penn State safety Zakee Wheatley said he "couldn't be happier" about working with Jim Knowles. The new defensive coordinator brought a fresh look to the Nittany Lions' defense, one that relied on reading and reacting and required the players to study.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 21

Paul Finebaum reveals why James Franklin deserved to be fired by Penn State

During the call-in segment of his Paul Finebaum Show on Tuesday, Finebaum was asked about Nick Saban calling James Franklin's firing from Penn State "unfair as hell" during an interview with Franklin on ESPN's College GameDay last Saturday.

Paul Finebaum News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 19

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 / Big Ten Network / October 18

Watch: Long Island vs. Penn State | Highlights | Big Ten Hockey | 10/18/25

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.

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 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

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

James Franklin News / Larry Brown Sports / October 11