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The One Stat That's Driving Penn State Coach Matt Campbell Crazy This Season

Penn State coach Matt Campbell called his team’s second-half play this season a “real problem.” The Nittany Lions have been outscored 84-40 in the second halves of six Big Ten matchups and nearly blew a 28-6 halftime lead to Washington.

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Penn State vs. Minnesota Predictions, and What Fans Will Be Talking About Sunday

Ten years ago, Penn State turned around its season, and likely saved then-coach James Franklin's job, with a 24-21 overtime victory vs. Minnesota. Trace McSorley hit Irv Charles on third-and-forever for an 80-yard touchdown, reviving the Nittany Lions instantly and helping them flip a switch to become the Big Ten champion.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 13

Top Takeaways From Penn State Wrestling's Opening Win Over Bloomsburg

Masanosuke Ono emerged from the Penn State wrestling huddle to a thunder of applause for which he could not suppress a smile. Though he had yet to wrestle a match yet for the Nittany Lions, Ono was the most popular person at Rec Hall on Thursday night.

Mike Rhoades News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 13

What We Learned From Penn State Basketball's Lackluster Win Over Mercyhurst

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State men’s basketball coach Mike Rhoades told his players that they get only so many opportunities to put on a uniform and play a game.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 12

Penn State Wrestling vs. Bloomsburg: Full Results

Penn State Wrestling kicked off the 2026-2027 season by dispatching Bloomsburg 42-3 in front of the home crowd in Rec Hall. All in all, it was a relatively uneventful evening for the Nittany Lions.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / November 12

Penn State Removes Wrestler From Roster Amid Police Investigation Into Alleged Assault

Penn State wrestling is heading into the new season without a familiar name on its roster. Three-year team member and former Big Ten champion Braeden Davis is no longer listed among the Nittany Lions, raising fresh questions about his future after an already turbulent college career.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Viral Sports News / November 12

Former Penn State Nittany Lions Legend Has Died

Dick Hoak, the versatile former Penn State running back, quarterback and defensive back whose college career foreshadowed a long and distinguished NFL life, died Wednesday at age 86.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 11

Relitigating Penn State Coach Matt Campbell's Curious Halftime Decision at Washington

Penn State coach Matt Campbell wanted to talk about his end-of-half decisions at Washington three days later. He even sounded eager to tell his side. "Let's get into it," Campbell said with a smile during his weekly press conference.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 11

Penn State Wrestling – Braeden Davis no longer with the team

Penn State Wrestling will start off the 2026-2027 season missing a familiar face who has been with the program for each of the last three years. And to say that Braeden Davis’ Nittany Lion career was bumpy at times is a bit of an understatement.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 11

Projecting Penn State Wrestling's 2026-27 Lineup: Major Changes in Store

Penn State wrestling returns Thursday, as the Nittany Lions kick off the 2026-27 season against Bloomsburg at Rec Hall. Penn State is the nation's top-ranked team after winning its fifth straight NCAA title with a roster that could be one of its best.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 11

Penn State Football Winners and Losers After Week 10 Thriller at Washington

Penn State pulled off the most impressive win of the Matt Campbell era last Saturday, backed by a 21-point second quarter that featured two touchdowns of 20+ yards and three consecutive three-and-outs by the defense. It also got a little messy.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 10

Masanosuke Ono Poised to Make Penn State Wrestling Debut vs. Bloomsburg

More than 18 months after committing to the Penn State wrestling team, Masanosuke Ono is poised to make his NCAA wrestlng debut Thursday. Penn State coach

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Volleyball On SI / November 10

'Six Rotations': Nebraska Conquers the West, Vanderbilt and Penn State Own the East

Every week until a champion is crowned, the YouTube show "Six Rotations" will be available here, with a brief rundown of the episode and the top upcoming matches around the country.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / November 10

Penn State Legend Jack Ham Is Reportedly In Stable Condition

NFL legend and Penn State radio analyst Jack Ham was hospitalized this past Saturday after suffering a medical emergency. On Tuesday, the football world received an update on the Hall of Fame linebacker.

Koby Howard News / Nittany Central / November 10

Penn State Football: Matt Campbell Gives Koby Howard Update

Penn State head coach Matt Campbell met with the media Tuesday for his weekly press conference following Penn State’s 28-25 win over Washington Saturday.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Viral Sports News / November 10

Former Penn State All-American Gets Traded Before NFL Deadline

Penn State’s 2021 transfer success story is now continuing its NFL chapter. On Tuesday, the Philadelphia Eagles dealt former Penn State edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie to the Cincinnati Bengals for a 2027 sixth-round pick as the trade deadline approached, via NFL insider Ian Rapoport.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 10

Penn State Week 11 Bowl Projections: Handicapping the Nittany Lions' Postseason

Penn State improved its bowl possibilities last Saturday with a 28-25 win over the Washington Huskies. The victory not only drew the Nittany Lions one win from bowl eligibility but also opened some more possibilities for better games against stronger opponents.

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

Jack Ham Doing 'Much, Much Better,' Penn State Broadcaster Steve Jones Says

Jack Ham is doing "much, much better," after experiencing a medical emergency before the Penn State-Washington football game, Penn State broadcaster Steve Jones said on his radio show Monday morning.

College Basketball News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 9

What We Learned About Penn State Basketball From its Frustrating Loss to Pitt

PHILADELPHIA | Pitt guard Jonathan Powell made a dunk off of a turnover by Dasonte Bowen in the final seconds of Penn State men’s basketball’s 82-76 loss to the Panthers on Sunday at the Palestra.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Viral Sports News / November 6

Former Penn State Nittany Lions WR Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Penn State wide receiver Malick Meiga’s brief and intermittent stay with the Seattle Seahawks came to another end this week when the team released him from the practice squad.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 5

Washington plans to have its QB1 back to face Penn State

All signs point to Demond Williams Jr. returning to the starting quarterback role when Washington plays Penn State on Saturday in Seattle. "If Demond is feeling good, I don't see why he wouldn't play and start," Washington coach Jedd Fisch said early this week.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / College Football News / October 30

Purdue vs Penn State Prediction: Can the Nittany Lions Salvage the Season?

Penn State wasn’t supposed to be 3-4. Matt Campbell was expected to come in, bring along a ton of great players from Iowa State to go with a good base in place, and boom.

Vega Ioane News / Yardbarker / October 27

Vega Ioane injury adds to Ravens' offensive line crisis after Bengals loss

The Baltimore Ravens have received encouraging news about Ioane, but his expected absence creates another challenge for an offensive line already struggling with injuries.

Bengals' Zac Taylor: Ja’Marr Chase 'set the right tone' with fiery halftime speech ahead of comeback over Ravens

Ja'Marr Chase called Bengals' offense out via fiery halftime speech ahead of comeback over Ravens

Ravens seemingly have no idea when Lamar Jackson will return from ankle injury

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / EssentiallySports / October 27

Penn State Midfielder Reportedly Arrested Ahead of Duquesne Match on Charges

After appearing in 10 matches this season and playing eight minutes in Penn State’s 2-2 draw against Wisconsin on Saturday, midfielder Vladislav Cherny was expected to remain part of the team’s plans for its upcoming clash against Duquesne on Wednesday, October 28.