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Penn State football misses on ex-Pitt edge in the transfer portal

The Penn State football team has reported interest in several prospects from the transfer portal in the spring window. The transfer portal officially opened on Tuesday, April 16, and there have been several defenders that have mentioned the Nittany Lions as potential contenders.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 19 minutes ago

Former Penn State Wrestling Commit Staying in Big Ten

A former Penn State wrestling commit is staying in the Big Ten. A little more than a week after announcing his de-commitment, Mason Gibson announced his commitment to Rutgers.

Shaka Toney News / Nittany Sports Now / 1 hour ago

Former Penn State Defender Released by NFL Team

A former Penn State defensive end has been released. The Washington Commanders parted ways with Shaka Toney. This comes not long after he had been reinstated by the NFL following a year-long suspension for gambling.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / 15 minutes ago

Penn State football sets official visit with WR, No. 1 player in Missouri

The Penn State football team is starting to load up official visits for this summer. One of the biggest selling points of committing to the Nittany Lions is seeing the campus, facilities, and meeting coaches face to face.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 27 minutes ago

Report: Penn State Basketball to Play ACC School in November

Penn State basketball will be taking on a Power Five program near the beginning of the season. Per a report by college basketball insider Jon Rothstein, Penn State will play Virginia Tech in Baltimore, part of a doubleheader that also features Villanova and Virginia.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / 23 minutes ago

Penn State Football ‘Championship Caliber’ in 2024, Analyst Says

Spring practices are over, and Penn State Football is ramping up preparations for the 2024 college football season, and, Grant Hughes of 247Sports is already focused on the 2024 college football season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / 2 hours ago

Ex-Penn State football defender enters the transfer portal

The Penn State football team has seen players leave and seek playing time elsewhere over the years. Most times, that leads to success and finding a home, where others can develop for a few years to find a larger opportunity down the road.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 11 hours ago

Aaron Brooks Might be on his way to Becoming Biggest Penn State Wrestling Legend of All

In my relatively time covering wrestling, I’ve used these four words a lot: “Penn State wrestling legend.” I’ve used it to describe Bo Nickal, a three-time national champ who’s now a budding UFC star.

KeAndre Lambert-Smith News / Basic Blues Nation / 23 minutes ago

REPORT: Big Ten newcomer set to host outgoing Penn State football transfer

A Big Ten newcomer appears to be emerging as a viable candidate for outgoing Penn State football transfer KeAndre Lambert-Smith, according to new reports on Friday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 4 hours ago

‘I told Him I Love Him’: Mutual Respect Between Penn State Wrestling Legends Evident in Olympic Trials Main Event

The most anticipated series of the whole Olympic Trials delivered in a big way on Saturday night, and Penn State wrestling was at the forefront. Most thought that Aaron Brooks and defending 86 kg Olympic gold medalist David Taylor would put up at least two of the closest matches of the night, and it would probably need a third match to be decided.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / 21 hours ago

Penn State Football Offensive Resurgence: Andy Kotelnicki Effect Unveiled

The 2023 Penn State Football season was one that many fans still can’t wrap their heads around. The Nittany Lions had one of the best defenses in the country, and it would have been close to being the best if it wasn’t for their rival Michigan, who was terrific on defense last season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / 10 minutes ago

Penn State Wrestling Star Sounds Off on Mitchell Messenbrink Olympic Trials Cheap Shot

Unfortunately one of the biggest stories of the Day 1 of the US Olympic Wrestling Trials was what happened after a whistle had blown, involving Penn State Wrestling star Mitchell Mesenbrink.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 6 hours ago

Penn State Wrestling Legend Aaron Brooks, 2 Other NLWC Members Punch Olympic Tickets

University Park– Three Penn State wrestling/Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members are going to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. The names are Kyle Dake, Kyle

USA Olympic Wrestling Trials: Aaron Brooks Does the Unthinkable, Wins Title at 86 kg

Penn State Wrestling star Aaron Brooks just capped off a feat that most wrestling fans would have deemed “impossible”. By beating fellow Nittany Lion Wrestling Club wrestler David Taylor 3-1, Brooks has bested the reigning Olympic gold medalist and reigning two-time World Championship gold medalist at 86 kg.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 0 minutes ago

‘You Have to Show up and Show Out…’: Penn State Wrestling Legend Carter Starocci Responds to Pat Downey’s Claim

Penn State wrestling legend Carter Starocci wrestled Pat Downey in his first match at 86 KG for this year’s U.S. Olympic Trials held in Happy Valley. The match was more hyped up than a usual bout, due to each doing their respective smack talk. Starocci ended up outlasting Downey, who ran out of gas after getting out to a 4-1 lead.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 11 hours ago

LIVE FILE: 5 Penn State Wrestling, NLWC Members Fighting to get to Paris in Final Session

UNIVERSITY PARK– The last of four sessions for this year’s U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials are about to commence, and as usual, Penn State is well-represented.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 41 minutes ago

‘I’d Have Spit in his Face’: Penn State Wrestling Star Carter Starocci Rips Jordan Burroughs

Penn State wrestling star Carter Starocci isn’t angry with Jordan Burroughs for what he said last month. Burroughs, commentating for ESPN on the NCAA

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 13 hours ago

Penn State Wrestling Recap: Zain Retherford Sweeps Nick Lee for the 65 KG title

Penn State wrestling legend Zain Retherford wasn’t sure if he was even going to compete at this year’s Olympic Trials, and he’s leaving them with a trip to Paris planned for this summer.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 15 hours ago

Penn State Wrestling: Aaron Brooks Upsets Gold Medalist David Taylor

University Park— There has been and will continue to be examples of Penn State wrestling on Penn State wrestling violence throughout this weekend’s U.S.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / 16 hours ago

Penn State Wrestling Great Leaves Shoes on mat, Symbolizing Retirement

University Park— It’s a day that all competitors, no matter the sport, probably dread once they know their careers are close to over, and that day came for a former Penn State wrestling star Saturday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / 5 GOATs / April 20

Former Penn State national champion Mark Hall signals retirement at US Olympic Trials

Former Penn State wrestling national champion Mark Hall signaled his retirement from the sport at the US Olympic Trials Saturday. Hall wrestled Trent Hidlay in the 86 KG consolation bracket, in an attempt to wrestle back and finish third.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / 20 hours ago

Carter Starocci Hints at Possible Return to Chase Fifth National Championship, Possible Bombshell

Penn State Wrestling was well represented at the 2024 USA Wrestling Olympic Trials, including none other than Carter Starocci. Starocci was locked into action in the 86kg bracket as he was trying to continue to prove people wrong.

Demeioun Robinson News / Gridiron Heroics / April 17

Los Angeles Rams Putting Top NFL Draft Pass-Rusher Through Private Workout

The Los Angeles Rams are flying across the country to put one of the premier pass-rushers in this year’s NFL Draft class through a private workout. According to a report from Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz, the Rams are flying to Happy Valley to get an up-close look at Penn State edge rusher Chop Robinson.

Olu Fashanu News / Yardbarker / April 11

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Saints' first-round pick at No. 14

Last year, Pittsburgh took RT Broderick Jones with the 14th pick. News Orleans picks 14th this year and many experts have them targeting the same offensive lineman.

Grading 15 first-round QBs taken in past five NFL drafts