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Jayden James, a Highly Ranked Penn State Wrestling Commit, Wins World Title

Jayden James, a 2026 Penn State wrestling commit and one of the top-ranked high school wrestlers in his class, won a world title at the U17 World Wrestling Championships in Athens.

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

Penn State's Jim Knowles Is Racing, With Quiet Purpose, to Install His Defense

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is deliberate not only with how he runs his defense but also in how he answers questions.

James Franklin News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 1

Are You Excited About Penn State's Non-Conference Schedule? James Franklin Is

Penn State opens the 2025 season with one of the friendliest non-conference schedules among College Football Playoff contenders, something Nittany Lions coach James Franklin addressed at Big Ten Football Media Days.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 31

Penn State and Pitt to Renew Their Rivalry — in Basketball

The Penn State-Pitt football rivalry might have gone dormant, but at least we have basketball. The Nittany Lions and Panthers will meet in a neutral-site game in Hershey in December, setting up an intriguing matchup just before Christmas.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 31

Check Out Penn State Football's Theme Games for 2025

Penn State already has announced the date for its 2025 "White Out" game. Now, the rest of the Nittany Lions' theme schedule is official. Penn State football will host seven theme games for the 2025 season, including the familiar run of stadium dress codes.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 31

Penn State's Wide Receivers Make a New Pact for 2025

“Burn the boats.” Three simple words that describe the pact Penn State wide receivers coach Marques Hagans and his group made in the offseason. The saying, while short, has a rich history dating to the 1500s.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

2025 Penn State Offensive Line Preseason Preview

Few position groups in college football have evolved as dramatically over the past five seasons as Penn State’s offensive line. Once considered a liability, the unit now returns a veteran-laden core in 2025.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 30

Meet Penn State Hockey's Star-Studded Recruiting Class

The most intriguing team in men's college hockey is Penn State, which turned a Frozen Four run into an elite recruiting class. The Nittany Lions signed nine players this offseason, includung Gavin McKenna, the consensus No.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

Penn State Veterans Named to Outland & Nagurski Watch Lists

Three of Penn State’s top veterans, Zane Durant, A.J. Harris, and Olaivavega Ioane, have earned spots on two of college football’s most prestigious preseason watch lists.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 29

Penn State's Top Story Lines Ahead of 2025 Training Camp

Months of anticipation come to an end this week as Penn State officially begins preparations for the 2025 college football season. Coach James Franklin and the Nittany Lions open camp Wednesday with a month to prepare for the Aug.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / NIL on SI / July 28

All-American Nebraska, Penn State volleyball stars add NIL sneaker deals

Women's college volleyball has exploded over the past few seasons, garnering record attendance and viewership numbers in the process. During the NIL era especially, volleyball student-athletes have become some of the most prolific brand ambassadors and content creators.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 28

Penn State Football: 3 Under The Radar Players Who Could Make an Impact in 2025

Penn State Football is just over a month away from beginning the Nittany Lions‘ most anticipated season in the James Franklin era. Heading into fall camp,

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / July 28

2025 Penn State Running Backs: Singleton and Allen Lead Deep Backfield

Penn State enters 2025 with one of the most established and productive backfields in college football. Seniors Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen return as the backbone of an offense they’ve powered for three straight seasons.

Drew Allar News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 27

Penn State's Drew Allar Is a Different Quarterback This Year

After Penn State’s Orange Bowl loss to Notre Dame, the Nittany Lions had some reflecting to do. Coach James Franklin’s record against AP top-10 teams fell to 4-19, according to ESPN, and quarterback Drew Allar’s record dropped to 1-5. Yet, the numbers tell only part of the story.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 27

How Penn State's Transfer Receivers Made an Impact This Summer

Penn State coach James Franklin made one of the most important transfer portal moves nationally this offseason by signing wide receiver Trebor Peña. Peña’s

Drew Allar News / Last Word On Sports / July 26

Penn State QB Preview 2025: Allar’s Rise and the Race for QB2

Penn State enters the 2025 season with championship aspirations, and everything starts with quarterback Drew Allar. The senior signal-caller has the size, arm talent, and experience to lead one of the most balanced offenses in the Big Ten.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Two 2027 Recruits That Will Help Keep Penn State Elite

The 2027 recruiting class for Penn State football is looking to be one of the best classes the Nittany Lions have had in a while. With a likely completely new roster taking the field in 2027, than the one that will take the filed in 2025, fans should have nothing to worry about.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / July 26

Penn State Best Bets of the Week: Big Ten Media Days Were Fun

Training camp opens July 30 for the most anticipated Penn State football season of the century, if you're into hyperbole. Which we are, since most every national college football outlet is pinning the Nittany Lions at or near the top of its preseason expectations list.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 25

“Penn State Standing Out” Nittany Lions’ Top Athlete Target Talks Recruitment

Penn State Football’s class of 2027 prospects are beginning to crop up. One of those prospects is Pennsylvania’s Logan Steele. Steele is an athlete that plays all over the field, but he projects as a Safety or a slot receiver currently.

James Franklin News / Yardbarker / July 24

James Franklin talks possible Penn State-Pitt matchup

James Franklin addresses possibility of Penn State scheduling game vs. Pitt

Penn State's head coach James Franklin seemed quite excited to indulge in some non-conference scheduling discussions during his press conference on Wednesday at Big Ten media days in Las Vegas.

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Drew Allar News / Yardbarker / July 23

Penn State QB Drew Allar gets candid about team's struggles against top opponents

It is no secret that Penn State has struggled to win big games under head coach James Franklin.

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Florida State QB Thomas Castellanos addresses Alabama comments

Syracuse's Fran Brown shares what he's learned from other coaches

Journalist goes off on SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee after SEC remarks

Could Arch Manning lure Nick Saban out of retirement?

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / July 22

Penn State Football Recruiting: The Top 3 Safety Targets for the 2027 Class

As July marches on, Penn State Football nears. Today, our series previewing the position-by-position outlook for the class of 2027 concludes. The last position to hash out is Safety.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / July 14

Is analyst's criticism of Penn State's schedule justified?

The longtime college football analyst criticized the Nittany Lions for their non-conference slate, describing it as an embarrassment to a Big Ten program.

How Syracuse flipped three-star OT recruit from Penn State

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Top prospect of 2026 NHL Draft commits to Penn State

Consider one of the best prospects in recent memory, he is undoubtedly the biggest get in Penn State program history and arguably the biggest prospect to commit to play in the NCAA.