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Penn State's Top-10 Recruiting Class Needs a QB. Here Are the Prospects

Matt Campbell took Penn State's 2027 recruiting class from an empty nest to No. 6 in the country in about four weeks. Now, the Nittany Lions are focusing on adding a quarterback and will get some news at the position Wednesday.

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Penn State Gets a 'Monumental Win' at Quarterback Late This Spring

Penn State's new quarterbacks room got off to an unconventional start this spring, with a Division III transfer getting most of the live reps while the projected starter and backup continued their rehabs.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / April 21

Sean Schimmel Out As Associate Head Coach At Penn State

By James Sutherland on SwimSwam Sean Schimmel and the Penn State swim & dive program have parted ways after two seasons. A school spokesperson told SwimSwam that Schimmel has “departed from the university” but declined to provide any additional information.

Gary Bettman News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 21

NHL Commissioner Envisions Hockey Game Soon at Penn State's Beaver Stadium

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman endorsed the idea of holding an NHL Stadium Series game at Penn State's Beaver Stadium once the renovations are complete.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 20

Who to Watch From Penn State Wrestling at the 2026 U.S. Open

After dominating the NCAA Wrestling Championships, Penn State turns to the freestyle season, which gets underway in April with the first major event of the season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / April 19

How Terry Smith Just Beat Clemson and Miami for Penn State’s Next Elite Cornerback

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Retaining Penn State Football cornerbacks coach Terry Smith was head coach Matt Campbell‘s top priority upon his hiring at Penn State this offseason, and perhaps his biggest win this offseason.

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

Penn State's 2027 Recruiting Class Joins Top 10 Nationally With Latest Commit

Penn State landed a commitment for the third consecutive day, as Pennsylvania 3-star offensive lineman Jon Sassic joined the Nittany Lions' 2027 recruiting class.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 18

Penn State's 2027 Recruiting Class Nears Top 10 With Latest Commit

Penn State football coach Matt Campbell made another recruiting move a week during the busy spring recruiting season, adding 3-star safety Jonathan Galette to the Nitany Lions' 2027 recruiting class.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 18

Penn State Offers Glimpse Into Phase II of Beaver Stadium Renovation

Penn State demolished the press box at Beaver Stadium more than 15 months ago, beginning the transformation of the venue's West side that is projected to cost $700 million.

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 18

The Most Intriguing Penn State Players to Scout at the Blue-White Practice

Penn State will introduce its 2026 football roster April 25 at Beaver Stadium, which will host the first public practice of the Matt Campbell era. Local media have been invited to two practices in State College, but fans will get their first look Saturday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 17

Penn State's 2027 Recruiting Class Welcomes Maryland Offensive Lineman

Penn State coach Matt Campbell's spring recruiting tour continues apace, as the Nittany Lions have received commitments from eight prospects since spring practice began.

Drew Allar News / Total Pro Sports / April 17

Where Is Drew Allar From? All You Need To Know About The Ethnicity Of Penn State QB

Drew Allar has quickly become one of the most talked-about quarterbacks in college football. Fans are not just curious about his performance but also about the Penn State Nittany Lions’ offense background.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 17

Penn State Wrestling Commit Jayden James Earns Prestigous Honor

The top prospect of Penn State wrestling's 2026 recruiting class has added another major achievement to his resume. Jayden James, a two-time New Jersey state champion from Delbarton High, won a Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award for 2026.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Football Analysis / April 17

Penn State Lost Every 2027 Commit After Firing Franklin—Campbell Rebuilt The Class In 4 Weeks

Penn State lost its entire 2027 recruiting class within hours of firing James Franklin on October 12, 2025, wiping out a group once ranked No. 2 nationally and leaving newly hired head coach Matt Campbell with zero commitments.

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 16

Penn State's Running Backs Take Major Step Forward During Spring Drills

STATE COLLEGE | Throughout the offseason and spring practice, Penn State’s running backs have transformed their bodies and mentality. Under new running backs coach Savon Huggins, establishing culture was the first priority.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 16

James Franklin, Penn State Conflict on NIL Spending for 2024 Football Season

How much NIL funding did Penn State devote to its football program during the 2024-25 playoff season? According to James Franklin, it was $7 million. According to Penn State's most recent financial report, the NIL budget was nearly twice that.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 16

What We're Hearing About Penn State as Spring Practice Nears the Finish Line

Penn State's five-week spring football race is rolling to a conclusion, as the Nittany Lions press to teach and install as much as they can before heading into summer workouts.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 14

Penn State HC Mike Rhoades alleviates some pressure with big-time transfer portal commit

Penn State Nittany Lions head men's basketball coach Mike Rhoades is under a ton of pressure heading into next season.

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College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / April 14

How Penn State's Running Backs Have Grown in a New System This Spring

STATE COLLEGE | When Savon Huggins took over as Penn State’s running backs coach, he focused first on connecting with the players. In a room with only

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Mike Farrell Sports / April 13

Matt Campbell’s Midwestern Ties are Helping Penn State

When thinking about Penn State high school recruiting, the states of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia and New Jersey most often come to mind. But with new head coach Matt Campbell now in charge of the program, recruiting has taken a turn to the Midwest.

College Football News / Nittany Central / April 13