-
Follow Us
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTube
College Football News / The Clemson Insider / December 9
Penn State Starter Opts Out of Pinstripe Bowl 
Penn State has experienced the first opt-out of its Pinstripe Bowl matchup against Clemson on December 27. Starting DT Zane Durant announced his decision on Monday via a social media post.
Zane Durant News / Yardbarker / December 8
Penn State DL Zane Durant opts out of Pinstripe Bowl, makes NFL Draft decision
It's a bowl game that features two of the biggest brands in college football, but two brands that sorely disappointed in 2025. Still, it's at least a way to go out on a high note, but things just got a bit harder for the Nittany Lions in that regard.
College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 10
Three Reasons for Optimism About the Rest of Penn State's Season
Penn State turned a potential win into another grueling loss last Saturday, when Indiana scored a touchdown with 36 seconds left to beat the Nittany Lions 27-24.
The 'CFP appearances' quiz
How many of the 27 teams to be selected to compete for the College Football Playoff can you name in five minutes?
College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 9
What You Need to Know About Penn State-Northwestern: Preview, Predictions
For Penn State, the season has come to this. The playoff begins Saturday with the annual homecoming game against Northwestern at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions have no choice but to play seven consecutive elimination games, something they didn't anticipate in early October.
College Football News / Yardbarker / August 20
NFL Draft intel: Could embattled QB salvage draft hopes?
Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From a Miami quarterback to a Wake Forest running back, here are five players we're tracking.
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.
College Football News / Black Shoe Diaries / August 2
Only Zane Durant Until Penn State Football
28 Days! When Penn State takes to the field in 28 days against Nevada, Zane Durant will be starting at defensive tackle and looking to build upon his already spectacular career wearing the blue and white.
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 / Nittany Sports Now / March 8
Which Penn State Freshman Did Chuck Losey Call a ‘Monster’?
Penn State strength and conditioning coach Chuck Losey had plenty of compliments for players in his media session Thursday afternoon but there was only one that he referred to as a “monster.” It wasn’t an established star like Zane Durant or a celebrated young player like Cooper Cousins.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / January 23
Why Penn State faces hugely pivotal 2025 season
Penn State, which hasn’t held the No. 1 spot in any poll this century, is already in the white-hot spotlight this offseason.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / January 11
Defensive Star Announces Return to Penn State Football for 2025 Season
On the heels of Penn State Football’s 27-24 loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl this week, head coach James Franklin and the Nittany Lions are now shifting their focus to the 2025 season.
College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / January 11
Penn State's Zane Durant Announces Return to Nittany Lions for 2025
Zane Durant, Penn State's All-Big Ten defensive end and one of the team's most impactful players, announced Saturday that he will return for the Nittany Lions in 2025.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Black Shoe Diaries / January 11
Gotta Run It Back: Zane Durant Announces Return To Penn State For 2025
#GottaRunItBack Although the Nittany Lions are still licking their wounds from a 27-24 defeat at the hands of Notre Dame, they received some good news on Saturday morning when defensive tackle Zane Durant announced he’s returning to Penn State for his senior season.
College Football News / Nittany Sports Now / January 11
He’s Back: One of Penn State Football’s Best Players is Returning For 2025
One of Penn State football’s best players is coming back for 2025. Saturday morning, a defensive lineman by the name of Zane Durant announced via X (formerly Twitter) that he’s returning to Penn State for the 2025 season, which will be his last year of eligibility.
College Football News / Black Shoe Diaries / December 31, 2024
Success with Hyperlinking is Ready to Ring in 2025
A look back at 2024 for Penn State and more! Tonight marks Penn State’s 27th appearance in one of the New Year’s Six bowls. A look back at how the first 26 went.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / December 17, 2024
What Did Key Penn State Defenders Say About Future Plans?
It’s the time of year when college football players at Penn State and other major programs are asked about their futures. Penn State LB Kobe King was asked about his during a pre-College Football Playoff press conference Tuesday afternoon.
College Football News / The 33rd Team / November 29, 2024
2025 NFL Draft: 1 Prospect At Each Position Rising Up Boards This Season
The 2025 NFL Draft will be one of the more entertaining classes in recent years. There's so much uncertainty after the top 10 picks that chaos is surely coming.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Basic Blues Nation / October 7, 2024
James Franklin labels Zane Durant as a ‘disruptive’ defensive tackle
One of the most underrated players for Penn State football this season has been defensive tackle Zane Durant. A position that typically doesn’t get much glory on the stat sheet.
College Football News / Black Shoe Diaries / September 30, 2024
Zane Durant Brings the Whiteout Energy: BSD MVP
Durant made everything difficult for the Illinois offense It was one of those nights for the Penn State offense. While they performed well overall and were able to move the ball, they faced setback after setback when attempting to finish drives.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Black Shoe Diaries / August 3, 2024
Only Zane Durant Until Penn State Football
28 ÷ 7 = 4 weeks! We are exactly four weeks away from the Penn State Nittany Lions taking on the West Virginia Mountaineers on Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff. And, for the Nittany Lions to have the kind of season they want, Zane Durant will have to have his best season so far.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Sports Now / June 11, 2024
Penn State All 105: Big Zane Durant Looking to Build on Successful Sophomore Season
Zane Durant was part of one of the most anticipated recruiting classes in Penn State history. The 2022 class was headlined by QB Drew Allar, RBs Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen and LB-turned-DE Abdul Carter.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Black Shoe Diaries / April 2, 2024
Player I’m Most Excited About This Spring: Zane Durant
You’re allowed to be excited for more than one player! Now that Penn State’s spring practice has begun, the BSD staff sat down and discussed some players we are most excited to hear about and eventually see in action this spring.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
Popular Quizzes
Today's Latest News
MY ACCOUNT SUBSCRIBE ADVERTISE JOBS FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC.
All rights reserved.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.