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How Terry Smith's Role Has Changed, and Even Grown, at Penn State

Terry Smith capped his two emotional months as Penn State's interim head coach with a Pinstripe Bowl victory that he called the "greatest moment of my life." Having descended from that altitude, Smith is enjoying life as a civilian football coach again.

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Gavin McKenna not expected to miss NCAA games after felony assault charge dropped

The Penn State Nittany Lions will likely be getting their star player back as the NCAA Tournament draws closer. Sources have told Daily Faceoff‘s Steven Ellis that top 2026 NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna is expected to play for Penn State when they take on the University of Michigan this weekend.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / February 9

Why Matt Campbell Believes Penn State Hit a 'Grand Slam' at Running Back

Among the multiple positions Penn State turned over this offseason, running back saw some of the most significant change. The Nittany Lions bade farewell to their all-time leading rusher in Kaytron Allen, their touchdowns leader in Nicholas Singleton and their one-year coach in Stan Drayton.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / February 8

Penn State Pays Out $18.4 Million In Institutional NIL Revenue Share, None Went To Swim/Dive

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam Penn State athletics recorded $18.4 million in institutional name, image, and likeness (NIL) share in fiscal year 2025, according to its most recent fiscal year report.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / February 8

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

Five Questions With Penn State Coach Matt Campbell

Penn State football coach Matt Campbell called his first seven weeks on the job a "whirlwind" of staff construction, roster building and recruiting to put together a 2026 roster.

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

Takeaways From Penn State Wrestling's Rout of Michigan

Penn State wrestling continued its march toward a sixth straight perfect season Friday, routing Michigan 38-3 in a Big Ten match in Ann Arbor. The Nittany Lions breezed to their NCAA-record 84th consecutive victory, extending a win streak that is six years long.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / February 7

Penn State Wrestling vs. Michigan | FULL RESULTS

https://nittanycentral.com/feed/ Penn State Wrestling steamrolled No. 11 Michigan 38-3 Friday night for their final road dual of the 2025-2026 season. And this matchup between the Nittany Lions and the Wolverines was slated for the annual “Light Up Crisler” by the Michigan Athletic Department.

Gavin Mckenna News / NHL Trade Talk / February 6

Felony Charge Dropped Against Penn State Star Gavin McKenna

Centre County prosecutors have announced they will drop the felony aggravated assault charge against Penn State men’s hockey star Gavin McKenna, a projected top pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Projected No. 1 NHL Draft pick Gavin McKenna no longer facing felony assault charges

Per police reports, McKenna allegedly punched another male twice in the face, leaving multiple jaw fractures that required surgery.

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

No. 1 Penn State Wrestling vs. Michigan: Preview, Odds

The No. 1 Penn State wrestling team completes its Big Ten road schedule Friday night, visiting 11th-ranked Michigan in Ann Arbor. Penn State brings an NCAA-record 83-match win streak into the match, the preamble to next week's most anticipated Big Ten match of the season.