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Drew Allar News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 15

Penn State's Drew Allar Was Pressing. He Got to 'Really Fix it' Vs. Villanova

A week after judging his play rather harshly as the product of "overthinking," Penn State quarterback Drew Allar left Beaver Stadium after the Nittany Lions 52-6 win over Villanova feeling better about himself.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 15

James Franklin came off defensive when questioned about Drew Allar and finishing drives following another Penn State slow start

James Franklin and the Penn State Nittany Lions are 3-0 to open the season. Their defense has allowed just 17 total points through three games. The ground game looks like it is locked in, averaging nearly 6.5 yards per carry over the last two weeks.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / September 14

Penn State stays put in latest AP poll ahead of Big Ten play

The Nittany Lions sit at No. 2 for the third straight week.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 14

Penn State Wrestling's Levi Haines Makes Dramatic Run to Senior Worlds Final

Penn State's Levi Haines made perhaps the most dramatic run at the 2025 World Wrestling Championships, earning an unexpected spot in the freestyle finals as a wrestler ranked outside the top 25.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / September 14

Penn State Throttles Villanova 52-6, Defense Headlines Again | Game Balls, MVP

No. 2 Penn State football, a 48-point favorite, took care of business at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, steamrolling Villanova 52–6 to move to 3-0 on the season heading into their bye week.

Drew Allar News / Nittany Central / September 14

Drew Allar Out of ‘Rhythm’ in Blowout Win Over Villanova | Penn State QB Report Card

No. 2 Penn State Football moved to 3-0 on the season Saturday afternoon after defeating Villanova 52-6. Despite the lopsided score, however, Penn State starting quarterback Drew Allar and the offense were still not as efficient or effective as many had hoped as the Nittany Lions finished up non-conference play.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 14

The Penn State Football Report Card: Villanova Edition

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State coach James Franklin was in a good mood Saturday night at Beaver Stadium after the Nittany Lions' 52-6 win over Villanova. And why shouldn't he have been?

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Villanova produces all-time bad beat against Penn State

Villanova produces all-time bad beat on absurd final play vs. Penn State

Penn State spread bettors had to be putting a foot through the television on Saturday. The Nittany Lions’ meeting against the Villanova Wildcats in Week 3 produced one of the absolute worst beats of all-time.

No. 2 Penn State pulls away from Villanova in blowout win

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / September 13

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / September 13

Penn State to honor Joe Paterno's 2005 team on Saturday against Villanova

Paterno's 2005 team went from unranked to Orange Bowl champions.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / September 13

Penn State Hires Tommy Johnson as New Assistant Swim Coach, Trevor Sisson as Dive Coach

By Braden Keith on SwimSwam On the precipice of the start of the 2025-2026 NCAA Swimming & Diving season, Penn State has added two new assistant coaches to their staff.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / September 12

Penn State football tickets 2025: Cheapest prices, costs, full schedule of every Nittany Lions game

Here's how to get the best prices on tickets for when Penn State football returns in 2025.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / September 12

Penn State vs. Oregon 2025 ‘White Out’ game tickets: Best prices, seats, date for college football game

The Sporting News will provide all you need to know about the Penn State vs. Oregon 2025 "White Out" game, including ticket prices.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest players in Penn State football history

Regardless of the position (yes, more than just linebackers), Penn State has produced some of the greatest football players in college football history.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / September 12

Penn State Adds Another Field Advertisement at Beaver Stadium

Penn State has added another advertising logo to the field at Beaver Stadium after signing a multi-year deal with Amica Mutual Insurance Company. Penn State announced the deal Friday, one week after making public its 10-year apparrel contract with adidas that takes effect in July 2026.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 11

Penn State's biggest stars have surprising rankings in latest top-100 impact ratings from across the nation

Is Penn State a real contender, a paper tiger, or something else? The nation is waiting to see what happens when Oregon comes to town at the end of the month.

College Football News / College Football News / September 10

Penn State vs Villanova Prediction: Nittany Lions Need More Preparation For Oregon

No, Penn State hasn't been bad. No, it hasn't needed to put its foot on the gas against Nevada or Florida International, but it also hasn't been able to find a lot of consistency. The passing game was great against Nevada, and blah against FIU.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 11

Insider names surprising name for Florida job if Napier gets fired

Insider names surprising name for Florida job if Billy Napier gets fired

Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier is going to have a hard time making it out of this 2025 college football season with his job intact.

Napier unwilling to make change that could save his job

Brian Kelly, LSU could be the final nail in Napier's coffin at Florida

'You're gone': Why Big Ten powerhouse has already killed its CFP hopes

Ryan Day's transfer portal complaint shot down by SEC coaches

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James Franklin News / Last Word On Sports / September 9

James Franklin Highlights Penn State Football’s Areas for Growth

Penn State football’s growth has been uneven through two weeks. James Franklin’s latest comments showed optimism in some areas, but also exposed lingering concerns with the deep ball, offensive rhythm, and overall efficiency.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / September 9

Penn State Wrestling: Most Dominant Seasons by a Nittany Lions Wrestler – Sanshiro Abe 1996

Continuing our ongoing series of reliving some of the most dominant individual seasons for Penn State Wrestling. This is now the fifth installment as we

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / September 7

Penn State Offense Shows O Line Issues; A Lack of Energy, Efficiency

Penn State shut out FIU 34–0 on Saturday, but the film will reveal more offensive problems than positives. The Nittany Lions’ defense carried the day, while the offense exposed glaring issues up front, hesitation in the backfield, and play-calling tendencies that will need fixing before Big Ten play.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / September 6

Penn State Struggles Despite Shutout Against FIU

Penn State left Beaver Stadium with a 34–0 shutout of Florida International, but the performance raised more questions than answers. The Nittany Lions’ defense and special teams carried the day, while the offense sputtered through a frustrating first half that drew boos from the home crowd.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sneakers on SI / September 6

Nike Issues Statement on Penn State's New Adidas Partnership

Later this afternoon, the Penn State Nittany Lions will host the FIU Panthers in a week two matchup of the college football season. While there are plenty of exciting storylines involving the second-ranked Nittany Lions this season, most of the focus is off the field.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / September 3

Penn State's potential flip from Nike to Adidas could have NIL implications

Nike has long had a stranglehold on college football and sports in general when it comes to branding apparel. Phil Knight, CEO of Nike, has been a significant