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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

Penn State’s Foundational Piece: Why 4-Star QB James Armstrong is the Most Crucial Early Win of the Matt Campbell Era

Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell picked up a massive commitment for the Nittany Lions‘ 2028 class when quarterback James Armstrong committed to the Nittany Lions on Thursday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

‘Best in PA Stay in PA’: 4-Star QB James Armstrong Makes Blockbuster Commitment to Penn State

With a new staff in a new region, Penn State Football was incredibly far behind in its pursuit for a quarterback in the recruiting class. However, Quarterbacks

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

Beyond the Jerseys: Why Penn State Football’s New Adidas Contract Changes Everything for Nittany Lions

Penn State Football, and the university at large, formally flipped the page on a new era Wednesday. After 33 years with Nike, the Nittany Lions embarked on a monumental 10-year agreement with Adidas to end one of collegiate athletics’ longest clothing ties.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 2

Penn State Says adidas Deal Reinforces Status as 'Pinnacle Brand'

A pop-up shop in Pegula Ice Arena opened to the public Wednesday and was filled with Penn State merchandise that had a major change. Instead of the usual swoosh logo of Nike, the clothing all had the three stripes of adidas.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 2

New Penn State Strength Coach Reid Kagy Sets Bold Goal for 2026: ‘Most Violent Team in the Nation’

July 1 marked a new era for Penn State Football, with the move away from Penn State‘s 33-year partnership with Nike to a new partnership with Adidas. In

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 1

Penn State Football Players Toss Medicine Balls for a Good Cause at Lift For Life

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State football players were breaking a sweat on the practice fields outside the Lasch Building on Wednesday for a good cause. It was the 23rd annual Lift for Life, which is the signature event of the Penn State Uplifting Athletes chapter.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Penn State recruiting under Matt Campbell takes a different geographic approach that could signal a major shift for the Nittany Lions

The Penn State Nittany Lions have seen a lot of recruiting class so far in 2027. There is, however, an interesting change to investigate. Penn State football recruiting under new head coach Matt Campbell has produced solid results so far, with the Nittany Lions holding the No.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 1

First look at Penn State Nittany Lions’ new uniforms after leaving Nike proves that not much is changing in Happy Valley

Here is a look at the new Penn State Nittany Lions uniforms ahead of the 2026 season after signing with Adidas and ending the partnership with Nike after over 30 years.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 1

Penn State Says it Has Guaranteed More Than $1 Billion in Future Athletics Revenue

Penn State has developed new business and marketing partnerships generating more than $1 billion in future athletics revenue, according to Athletic Director Pat Kraft.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / July 1

Penn State Nittany Lions will have to make a last-second push to edge a surging BIG-10 team for elite 2027 recruit

The race for one of the best players in the country is about to end, and if the Penn State Nittany Lions want to make sure they secure him, they might need one last pitch ahead of his decision-making.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 1

Takeaways from Penn State Football’s New Adidas Uniforms, including one potentially major change

A new era has officially dawned for Penn State Football. Wednesday morning, Penn State officially revealed the program’s new Adidas uniforms, launching into a 10-year partnership with the shoe and apparel giant, one day after the school’s 33-year relationship with Nike came to a close.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 1

Penn State Football’s Official Adidas Uniforms Revealed

After 33 years with Nike as Penn State‘s official partner for apparel and footwear, Penn State athletics begins a new era on Wednesday, moving to a partnership with Adidas.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 30

How a Cornerback Could Dominate Penn State's 2026 Defense

Before the 2025 season, Penn State cornerbacks coach Terry Smith called his group “the best I’ve had in 12 years.” But that room underperformed in several

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 30

Is Penn State a 'Sleeper' Contender for the College Football Playoff?

First, Penn State's 2026 football season was labeled as "seemingly impossible" to predict. Now, the Nittany Lions are earning sleeper status as a College Football Playoff title contender.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 30

How Penn State Football Can Fix Its 2027 Wide Receiver Recruiting Crisis: Flip Targets and Transfer Portal Options

Penn State Football has a consensus top 20 class in 2027 and the staff has really done a great job at every position. Except wide receiver. The lone commit is a standout, though.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / BodyBuildingBros / June 30

Penn State National Football Shares Team Workout Routine

The Penn State football team is well into its strength cycle for the summer, and it doesn’t take an explanation when looking at all of the “Iron Lion” apparel that fills up the Lasch Building weight room.

Tony Rojas News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 29

Linebacker Tony Rojas Says Penn State Will Return 'Better Than People Expect'

Penn State is gearing up for its first season under head coach Matt Campbell with one of its top defensive players returning from a major injury. Linebacker Tony Rojas, who sustained a torn ACL in a late-September practice last year, expects to be ready by the season-opener against Marshall on Sept.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / June 29

If Penn State Football Fizzles in 2026, Here's What Went Wrong

A season ago, Penn State collapsed from its preseason national-championship expectations to finish 7-6 after a win in the Pinstripe Bowl over Clemson. In the process, James Franklin was fired after an 0-3 start to Big Ten play, as the Nittany Lions hit their floor in 2025.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / A to Z Sports / June 27

Penn State football just landed a player who could end up being a legit steal in the 2027 recruiting class

The Penn State Nittany Lions are finding some good, hidden talent in their 2027 recruiting class. The Penn State Nittany Lions added another piece to their 2027 recruiting class with the commitment of cornerback Dhillon McGee, a 6’2, 175-pound defensive back from Red Oak High School in DeSoto, Texas.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / 5 GOATs / June 27

Penn State five-time NCAA champion Carter Starocci to make amateur boxing debut

Carter Starocci, the only five-time NCAA wrestling champion in college wrestling history, will make his amateur boxing debut Saturday. Justin Basch reported the news the former Penn State standout will do it locally.

Gavin Mckenna News / 5 GOATs / June 26

Penn State’s Gavin McKenna drafted No. 1 overall in 2026 NHL Draft by Toronto Maple Leafs

Gavin McKenna is coming home. As expected, the talented Penn State freshman forward was taken with the No. 1 overall selection in Friday night’s 2026 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Kirby Smart News / Yardbarker / June 15

Georgia Bulldogs flip four-star WR Jamir Dean from Penn State

The Georgia Bulldogs went hard after the commitment for four-star wide receiver Jamir Dean from Alcoa, Tennessee.

Cal beats out USC, Texas, BYU for massive four-star OL Isaiah Bertola

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian not ruling out a potential Arch Manning twist after 2026 season

Arch Manning returning to Texas in 2027 could spell doom for Steve Sarkisian

Can Indiana stay on top of college football in 2026?

The 'SEC football championship game winners' quiz

Drew Allar News / Yardbarker / June 10

Update on Drew Allar emerges after Roethlisberger comments

Update on Steelers' Drew Allar emerges after Ben Roethlisberger comments

Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger voiced some noteworthy concerns regarding what he had thus far seen from rookie quarterback and 2026 third-round draft pick Drew Allar. During the latest episode of "The Yinziders" podcast, Steelers reporter Mike DeFabo of The Athletic shared an update about Allar's ongoing development.

Steelers' Will Howard, Drew Allar can learn this important lesson from Aaron Rodgers

Alex Highsmith linked with four teams after Steelers sign Nick Herbig to extension

The 'Most 2-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / June 8