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Former Penn State Football head coach and now Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin recently sat down with Penn State letterman Adam Breneman in a wide-ranging interview to discuss his time at Penn State, what ultimately led to his firing, and his new job at Virginia Tech.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 7

Penn State Adds More Offensive Line Talent to Top-10 Recruiting Class

David Tarawallie, a 3-star offensive lineman from Ohio, moved quickly in becoming the 15th commit of Penn State's 2027 recruiting class. Ryan Clanton, Penn State's offensive line coach, visited Tarawallie on May 6, watched him work out and offered a scholarship.

NFL News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 7

Stage Is Set for a Penn State-USC 'White Out' Game in 2026

When the Big Ten announced its 2026 conference football schedule, Oct. 10 immediately became the target date for the Penn State White Out. The USC Trojans visit Beaver Stadium for the first time since 1994, marking the marquee home game of the Nittany Lions' 2026 schedule.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 7

How Matt Campbell is Blending Loyalty and Penn State Football Legacy in Happy Valley

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ New Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell is simultaneously blazing a new trail inside the Lasch Building, and turning back the clock in Happy Valley.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 6

Penn State Women's Volleyball Introduces the Future of College Sports

As one of the top brands in college women's volleyball, Penn State can compete on the game's cutting edge. And next season, the Nittany Lions will help introduce a new marketing strategy for their sport.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 6

EXCLUSIVE – Why 4-Star OT Layton von Brandt Put Penn State Back in Top 4 After Decommitment

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State Football continues to hit the recruiting trail hard, and a familiar name is in the Nittany Lions‘ crosshairs.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 6

Penn State Wrestling Recruiting Spotlight – Elijah Brown

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Taking a look at each of the recruits in the 2026 recruiting class for Penn State Wrestling. And right off the bat we start with a huge get for the Nittany Lions in the jam-packed 2026 recruiting class.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 6

Former NFL QB compares Drew Allar to Steelers legend

NFL analyst Brady Quinn compared Allar to a Steelers legend amid debate surrounding the rookie's NFL prospects.

Why Kyle Van Noy thinks Aaron Rodgers should retire amid Steelers, Cardinals rumors

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

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 6

Penn State's Matt Campbell Says the 'Storm' Is Coming; Are the Nittany Lions Ready?

Immediately after Penn State concluded spring practice, Matt Campbell walked out of one storm and predicted another. "The end piece of it is probably most important; like, the storm's coming," Campbell said following the Nittany Lions' final practice of spring.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 5

Wayne Sebastianelli, Respected Penn State Football Doctor, Dies at 68

Wayne Sebastianelli, Penn State's long-time director of athletic medicine who treated hundreds of Nittany Lions athletes, died May 4. He was 68. Sebastianelli served Penn State athletes for more than 30 years and is best known for treating former Penn State football player Adam Taliaferro when he was paralyzed in a game at Ohio State in 2000.

Saquon Barkley News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 4

Matt Campbell, Saquon Barkley to Headline Penn State NIL Event in Philadelphia

With the spring college footballl recruiting season in high gear, Penn State coach Matt Campbell is hitting the road to make a different pitch. Campbell will appear in Philadelphia this week to meet with fans and donors as part of the latest NIL event sponsored by Happy Valley United, Penn State's official collective.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 5

How Matt Campbell Can Rebuild Penn State Football into a Physical Powerhouse

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State Football finished 7-6 last year, after opening the season as a program expecting to contend for a National Championship.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 4

Former Penn State Football Commit Places Nittany Lions in New Final 4

Matt Campbell has made significant progress on the 2027 recruiting front, bringing the class from 0 to 14 commits and into the national top 10 in about six weeks.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 5

EXCLUSIVE: Meet The ‘Under the Radar’ QB Who Could Define Penn State’s 2027 Class

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ There is no denying that the most important position in football is the quarterback, it’s also a position in a major state of flux for Penn State Football.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 4

Penn State's Superb Lacrosse Seasons Continue at NCAA Tournaments

Penn State will host Army West Point in the first round of the NCAA Men's Lacrosse Tournament, making its fourth straight appearance in the NCAA Tournament.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 4

Hall of Fame QB shares bold prediction about Steelers drafting Allar

Hall of Fame QB shares bold prediction about Steelers taking Drew Allar in 2026 NFL Draft

The Steelers taking a flier on Allar by making him a third-round pick during the draft has become quite the polarizing decision among local and national media personalities this spring.

Prosecutor makes final decision on DK Metcalf's altercation with Lions fan

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Watch: Nebraska at Penn State| HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Softball | 05/03/2026

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 3

5 Burning Questions Facing Penn State Football After Spring Practice

Penn State speed-raced through its winter roster-building process in which it blended 51 new players into a program with 52 returning Nittany Lions. After that "very chaotic" few weeks, head coach Matt Campbell sought to slow the pace during spring drills and resume his role as teacher.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / May 3

‘Came out of nowhere for us’ Matt Campbell names surprising Penn State Football spring MVP

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ It’s a new era for Penn State Football. As Matt Campbell ties a bow on his first spring in Happy Valley as head coach of the Nittany Lions, few position groups will be more vital to Penn State‘s trajectory in 2026 than a quarterback room that is in a complete state of flux.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / May 3

Matt Campbell's Most Interesting Comments About Penn State This Spring

During Penn State's 15-practice spring schedule, coach Matt Campbell met with the media six times, including after the final, rain-soaked practice at Beaver Stadium.

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

How Penn State Spent Its Record 2025 Financial Payout From the Big Ten

Penn State cashed a huge check from the Big Ten Conference following during its 2024 run to the College Football Playoff semifinals, receiving $88.9 million from the conference.

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

The Penn State Football Report Card for Spring Practice

Matt Campbell oddly appreciated the rain that drenched Penn State's entire 15th practice of spring drills. Though the weather kept fans from attending the end-of-spring ritual at Beaver Stadium, Campbell got a look at his team in uncomfortable conditions that he used as a metaphor for the future.

Penn State Passes Ohio State in 2027 Recruiting Rankings With Latest Commit

Jamir Dean, a 3-star wide receiver from Tennessee, committed to Penn State on Friday, lifting Matt Campbell's 2027 recruiting class ahead of Ohio State in the national rankings.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 1

Mike McCarthy shares huge Will Howard update after Steelers select Drew Allar

Some local and national reporters have suggested that 2025 rookie Will Howard doesn't have much of a future with the Pittsburgh Steelers after the Steelers

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Another Steelers reporter debunks wacky theory about UFA tender move on Aaron Rodgers

Why Steelers may soon find rookie Drew Allar isn't the project QB they're desiring

When Steelers' Drew Allar knew he wanted to play for Mike McCarthy

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

Penn State's Gavin McKenna to Play for Canada at World Hockey Championships

After one season at Penn State, Gavin McKenna is returning to Canada before likely going first overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. McKenna, who led the Nittany Lions in scoring as a freshman, will play for Canada at the IIHF World Championships in May.