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Why Sports Illustrated Predicts Penn State to Win the National Championship

Penn State certainly can stake a claim to the preseason national championship, but where will the Nittany Lions be standing Jan. 19? Hoisting the College Football Playoff championship trophy, writes Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde.

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Inside Penn State's Temporary Seating Plan for Beaver Stadium in 2025

When Penn State committed to its three-year, $700-million plan to renovate Beaver Stadium, two sections of the calendar loomed over the project. How would Penn State stage the 2025 and 2026 football seasons without substantially diminishing capacity, revenue and the fan experience?

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / August 22

Penn State freshman could earn a starting role

James Franklin believes this young defensive tackle has a legitimate chance to start for Penn State this year.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / August 22

Packers trade idea for former Penn State star named 'worst on the internet today'

This blockbuster trade would be bad for the Packers.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / August 22

Former Penn State star calls himself NFL's best RB

And it's hard to disagree.

Drew Allar News / Sporting News / August 22

Drew Allar makes his feelings known on leading Penn State to NCAA summit

Penn State QB Drew Allar wants to run it back after missing it on the NCAA title last season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / NBC Sports / August 22

Watch: Penn State's James Franklin highlights opportunities of expanded CFP (FULL INTERVIEW) | NBC Spor

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 22

First Look: Penn State Football Projected Depth Chart for 2025

Since Penn State no longer releases a weekly football depth chart, we'll fill that gap. The Nittany Lions open the 2025 season Aug. 30 against Nevada, so it's time to project who will be in that lineup.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 20

Penn State Training Camp Ends Soon. Here's What We Know About the Nittany Lions

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State's James Franklin sounded a bit hoarse Tuesday after practice, which was understandable. The Nittany Lions are rounding the final turn of training camp, and Franklin wants to extract as much as possible before begininng game-week prep Sunday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 20

Penn State AD Pat Kraft Backs Big Ten Pitch for Possible 28-Team Playoff

STATE COLLEGE | After just one year of the 12-team College Football Playoff, the Big Ten already is discussing an expansion to perhaps 28 teams, and Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft likes the idea.

Zuriah Fisher News / Sporting News / August 20

Penn State's Zuriah Fisher nominated to preseason watch list

Penn State's Zuriah Fisher missed all of 2024 due to injury, and is ready for a big comeback this year.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / August 20

Dan Connor identifies Penn State's next great linebacker

Penn State has a long history of great linebackers, and this seasoned junior could be the next.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 20

Penn State Wrestling's Marcus Blaze Is Dominant in Winning U20 World Title

Marcus Blaze punctuated an enormously successful trip to Bulgaria for the Penn State wrestling team, winning gold at the U20 World Wrestling Championships.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 20

More Preseason Applause for Penn State Football

College football watch-list season is almost over, we promise. But one notable list was released this week that underscored just how deep the Penn State football roster is with veteran talent.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / August 19

Former Penn State QB gets 100% real about James Franklin after historic season

James Franklin still has more to prove at Penn State.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 19

What We Saw at Penn State Football Practice

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State starts its season Aug. 30 against Nevada, and this is the last week of practice without a game to end it. The team opened practice

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / August 19

James Franklin Says Penn State 'in a Good Place' as Training Camp Nears End

How locked in is Penn State coach James Franklin on the team’s Aug. 30 opener against Nevada? When asked Tuesday about the Big Ten conversations to expand

Penn State predicted to make Ohio State history for first time in nearly a decade

Penn State predicted to win Big Ten over Ohio State, which would be the first time in nearly a decade.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EasySportz / August 17

Penn State Season Preview: Can Franklin And The Nittany Lions Win The CFP?

The 2025 Penn State Nittany Lions enter the season with one of the best opportunities they have had in years to compete for a conference and national championship.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / August 13

Penn State Football 2027 Linebacker Target Details NIL Approach in Wide Open Recruitment

Penn State Football’s recruiting efforts are starting to shift into gear, as football season rapidly approaches. The class of 2027 now takes center stage.

James Franklin News / Nittany Central / August 13

James Franklin Gives Update on 3 Penn State Freshman ‘Green Light’ Candidates

Penn State Football head coach James Franklin met with the media after practice Tuesday night in Penn State‘s second week of fall camp ahead of a highly anticipated 2025 season for the Nittany Lions.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / August 13

Penn State Opens Season at No. 2 | What AP Poll Tells Us About 2025 Season

The 2025 preseason AP Poll Top 25 was released on Monday. Penn State opens the season ranked No. 2, right behind Texas. Here are some key takeaways from the preseason rankings.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / LWOSports.com / August 12

Why Penn State Could Win the National Title

The Penn State Nittany Lions head into this upcoming season with their best chance to win the National Championship since Head Coach James Franklin took over. The Big 10 school made it to the College Football Playoff Semifinal, but lost to Notre Dame after a disastrous interception by quarterback Drew Allar at the end of regulation.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / August 5

Paul Finebaum has blunt reason why Penn State shouldn't be ranked No. 1

ESPN commentator Paul Finebaum has given a rather odd reason for why Penn State wasn't No. 1 in the preseason Coaches top-25 poll that was released on Monday.

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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.

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

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