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Levi Haines is Now INELIGIBLE?! What Penn State Wrestling Does Next After New NCAA Court Ruling

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:15:00 GMT

A major NCAA eligibility ruling has changed the path for Levi Haines and a potential fifth season with Penn State wrestling—but Friday's Tenth Circuit decision does not necessarily mean the possibility is completely dead.

Zach Seyko breaks down what the NCAA's court victory means for Haines, why individual legal action could become the next step, and how a Haines return would reshape Cael Sanderson's loaded 2026–27 Penn State wrestling lineup. We also examine the battle involving PJ Duke, Jayden James, Tyler Kasak and Joe Sealey at 157 pounds, Mitchell Mesenbrink at 165, Haines at 174 and the ripple effects throughout Penn State's middleweights.

Plus, Jayden James heads into the 2026 U20 World Championships at 74 kg as one of the favorites for gold after an incredible freestyle run that included a 10–0 technical fall over Joe Sealey and a 9–7 loss to David Carr in the Senior World Team Trials final.

How would you build Penn State's lineup if Haines gets another season?

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0:00 Intro

1:13 What the Tenth Circuit Ruling Actually Changes

5:09 Why Penn State Should Still Want Levi Haines

7:39 The Huge Lineup Problem a Haines Return Creates

10:21 Levi Haines, Jayden James and What's Next

12:58 Penn State's 125–149 Lineup Projection

14:24 The Insane Four-Man Battle at 157

16:11 Why Jayden James Could Win the Job Immediately

19:35 What Happens If Haines Doesn't Return?

20:20 Jayden James Goes for U20 World Gold

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Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - Friday, August 21, 2026

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:10:37 GMT

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3 CRUCIAL Games WILL DECIDE the 2026 Big Ten Football Championship!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

We are EXCITED for the entire slate of Big Ten football games coming up for the 2026 college football season. However, after much studying we have boiled the season down to the THREE most important games of the season that will determine the Big Ten Championship. These games involve the Indiana Hoosiers, Ohio State Buckeyes, Oregon Ducks and USC Trojans!

Also, the Big House, Michigan Stadium will have a new look this year but Penn State's Beaver Stadium might be a little bigger. We have all the details. And we look into why Utah is suing Kyle Whittingham's brother.

Finally we take one last look at projected Big Ten football win totals for the upcoming 2026 college football season. There have been changes and we will tell you where the value is!

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The NCAA Has Completely Lost Control... NFL Players Are Returning to College Football!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

A wild new eligibility ruling could allow players who reached NFL training camps to return to college football, creating even more uncertainty around the NCAA and transfer portal.

Plus, Penn State could legitimately go 12-0 in Matt Campbell's first season — but does that actually mean the Nittany Lions are an elite College Football Playoff contender?

Zach Seyko and Locked On Hoosiers host Jacob Goins break down Penn State's unusually favorable 2026 schedule, why 11-1 could comfortably put the Nittany Lions in the CFP while 10-2 becomes much more dangerous, and what Zach has seen during fall camp. They also discuss Penn State's improved wide receivers, impressive defensive tackle depth and Taylor Mouser's plan to build a physical, multiple offense around Rocco Becht.

How many games will Penn State win in Matt Campbell's first season?

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0:00 NFL Players Can Return to College Football?!

1:18 Has the NCAA Lost Control?

9:39 CBS Sports Big Ten Playoff Projections

12:38 Where Penn State Fits in the CFP Race

14:28 Can Matt Campbell Make the Playoff in Year 1?

22:42 Indiana Fall Camp Update

25:27 Penn State's 12-0 Ceiling

27:22 Penn State WRs and Defensive Line Are Improving

28:08 Taylor Mouser's Offensive Identity

30:10 Could Wisconsin Surprise the Big Ten?

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What Big Ten Insiders REALLY Think About Penn State & Matt Campbell in 2026

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Big Ten experts reveal what they REALLY think about Penn State football heading into the 2026 season.

The Locked On Big Ten Squad makes its biggest preseason predictions, including Penn State’s College Football Playoff chances, the Big Ten championship race, and which programs could rise or fall this season.

We debate where Penn State stacks up against Ohio State, Oregon, Indiana, USC, Washington and the rest of the conference, while breaking down the biggest games and storylines that could shape the 2026 Big Ten season.

Can Penn State emerge as a true Big Ten title contender under Matt Campbell? How many Big Ten teams will reach the College Football Playoff? And which preseason contender could disappoint?

Plus, the crew discusses bold predictions, potential Heisman contenders, surprise teams and the matchups every Big Ten fan needs to watch.

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BIG 10 SQUAD: Big 10 SEASON PREVIEW | Who wins the conference?

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Big Ten contenders fuel championship buzz as Indiana, Ohio State, Oregon, and Washington jockey for playoff supremacy. Will Josh Hoover elevate Indiana’s defense into NCAA history, or can powerhouse rosters like Oregon and USC crash the party? Heated debates ignite around Penn State’s playoff chances, Washington’s leap to 10 wins, and the pivotal Indiana–Ohio State clash in Bloomington. Host Spencer McLaughlin and the Locked On Big Ten crew break down bold predictions, playoff math, and the season’s must-watch games—including USC vs. Oregon and Indiana’s high-stakes trip to Husky Stadium. Key topics include the potential for four Big Ten teams in the College Football Playoff, the rise of non-quarterback Heisman contenders, and which program could surprise or disappoint. How will coaching changes and stacked schedules redefine the Big Ten landscape in 2026?

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Penn State Wrestling Is Back: U20 Worlds, Clinton Shepherd & Levi Haines's Future

Blue White Illustrated — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:48:33 GMT

Penn State wrestling Class of 2026 signee Jayden James will compete at the U20 Worlds Championships this weekend in Slovakia. The Delbarton, N.J., standout is the Team USA rep at 74 kilograms (163.1 pounds). He seeks his second age-group World title after winning gold at U17s last summer in Greece.

James will take the mat sometime after 4 a.m. ET on Saturday. His first opponent will be Samuel Vokal of Slovakia. The future Penn State wrestler will be heavily favored to win that match. Assuming he does, James would face former Delbarton teammate Alessio Perentin in the Round of 16. The Cornell Class of 2026 signee is Italy's U20 rep after winning its national tournament earlier this year. Whoever wins that match would then face a to-be-determined opponent in the quarterfinals.

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Inside Penn State QB Alex Manske's comeback from heart surgery; new preseason camp updates

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:45:03 GMT

Top Penn State Recruiting Names to Know for 2028 | Campbell Camp Update

Blue White Illustrated — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:14:42 GMT

It’s a busy day for the Penn State football team. Matt Campbell held his weekly press conference at noon today. It’s also the return of Ryan Snyder and the Recruitring show! Join us as we recap Campbell’s comments about the team’s progress into its third week of camp, plus we’re reviewing the recruiting boards for the upcoming 2028 cycle. Which names do you need to know for Campbell and his staff’s first full cycle of pursuit in the region? Snyder has big boards for just about every position and will outline the biggest names on today’s show.

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10:20 – Matt Campbell on Penn State's Four-Man Running Back Rotation

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1:03:21 – Offensive Line Board: Nick Anderson, Carter Barrett & Ty Wynn

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Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - Thursday, August 20, 2026

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Indiana STILL NOT a College Football Power According to FOOLISH "Experts."

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers football team is still NOT getting the respect they deserve following a perfect 16-0 college football national championship season. The AP preseason college football top 25 poll has them ranked 6th despite the fact that they received the 3rd most first place votes. That means numerous voters didn’t even have them in their top 10! We challenge anybody to recall a team with Indiana's resume and add the fact they reloaded their 2026 roster where they were not the preseason number one ranked team. If their red jerseys said Alabama or Georgia across the front instead of Indiana, they'd be ranked number one!

We also take a look at Michigan's recruiting trends for 2028 and look at Wisconsin's injuries along the offensive line. Penn State gets a legacy visit and Pat Fitzgerald thinks his running back Cam Edwards is the best in the country. Tune in for all of that and more on Locked on Big Ten!

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Wrestling Expert: Cael Sanderson Will NOT Agree to Penn State vs. Oklahoma State Any Time Soon!

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

David Taylor has publicly opened the door for an Oklahoma State vs. Penn State wrestling dual, saying the Cowboys are willing to save a date and travel to Penn State. Zach Seyko and On3 wrestling analyst Nick Kosko (https://x.com/nickkosko59) debate whether Cael Sanderson should accept the challenge, why Penn State holds the leverage, and whether a future Penn State-Oklahoma State showdown could become one of the biggest dual meets in college wrestling.

The show also dives deep into Penn State's potential 2026-27 lineup. What would a possible fifth season for Levi Haines mean at 174? Does moving Haines to 184 actually improve the NCAA lineup with Rocco Welsh already there? How do PJ Duke, Mitchell Mesenbrink, Tyler Kasak and incoming star Jayden James fit? Then we break down Masanosuke Ono and Marcus Blaze at 133 and 141 and why Blaze's freestyle future at 65 kg could matter to Cael Sanderson's decision.

Haines currently has a potential fifth season through a federal preliminary injunction that remains subject to the NCAA's appeal, while his actual return has not been announced. Meanwhile, Penn State's incredible depth has created fascinating choices at virtually every weight from 133 through 184.

How would you build Penn State's lineup — and should Cael accept David Taylor's challenge? Let us know in the comments.

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0:00 Intro
1:20 David Taylor Challenges Penn State Wrestling
2:55 Why Cael Sanderson Doesn't Need Oklahoma State
5:02 Should Penn State vs Oklahoma State Happen at Beaver Stadium?
8:25 Who Really Holds the Leverage in This Rivalry?
10:07 Levi Haines' Fifth-Year Situation
13:25 What Haines Would Change at 174 Pounds
16:35 Why Moving Haines to 184 Doesn't Make Sense
19:12 Rocco Welsh, Jayden James & Penn State's NCAA Scoring
21:33 Why Penn State Stars Are Willing to Wait
24:29 Masanosuke Ono vs Marcus Blaze: 133 or 141?
27:45 Can Ono Become an NCAA Champion in Folkstyle?
30:02 Penn State's Lower-Weight Lineup Logjam
32:14 Marcus Blaze's 65 kg Olympic Future
35:04 Final Penn State Wrestling Takeaways

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FALL '26 Episode 7: Penn State Roster Review (Offense)

Big Heads Media — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:01:00 GMT

Per Obligatory tradition, Chris enlists the assistance of his fellow LION 90.7fm alum Mike Levine to analyze the 2026 Nittany Lions roster in two installments, beginning with the offense. As undergrads, they brought a handful fo distracted listeners alternative live commentary on such unforgettable Penn State moments as Joe Paterno's record-breaking 324th career win versus Ohio State and such forgettable disappointments as most other games of that 2001 season. Now they unpack the offensive talent set to take the field for Matt Campbell as he begins his tenure in Happy Valley.

Chris and Mike return again next week to break down the defense for Part Two, and then our usual quartet of knuckleheads will be back to face the next day of the rest of Penn State football's life.

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Alex Manske back after heart surgery, Beaver Stadium ticket prices soar

PennLive.com — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat go into detail on Beaver Stadium ticket prices for the 2027 season on this episode. Prices were destined to go up due to the ongoing $700 million stadium renovation. Many fans are experiencing sticker shock.

Plus, Bob and Jake discuss young quarterback Alex Manske's recovery from open-heart surgery.

There are also a couple of young wideouts who have stood out during August practices. How much can they help Matt Campbell's Nittany Lions this fall?

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Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:13:22 GMT

SSSWS with Katie Schumacher-Cawley

Darian Somers & Steve Sampsell — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:32:25 GMT

This week on the podcast, Darian and Steve are joined by Penn State women’s volleyball coach Katie Schumacher-Cawley ahead of the 2026 season. She discusses Penn State playing in odd locations in 2026, the backstory to the Big Ten Volleyball Tournament and more.

Plus, Darian and Steve dissect Beaver Stadium’s new mapping system coming in 2027 and what the price changes mean for fans.

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Penn State Stock Report: Who's Rising and Falling Through Two Weeks of Camp

Blue White Illustrated — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:29:21 GMT

Over the first two weeks of Penn State football’s fall camp, we got to see the team practice four times. It was an incredible amount of access compared to years past and gave us a strong insight into the team’s progress through the first half of camp. Now that it’s over, we have a good picture and enough information to start judging how camp has gone. Today, we’re ranking the players with the most stock up and the most stock down. We’ll discuss what we know and how it affects the team. We’ll also discuss what we don’t know about the team in the second half of today’s show. What’s still left to learn? We’ll give you the insights still left on the table to end today’s show.

0:00 – Intro & Alex Manske's Emotional Return From Open-Heart Surgery
15:41 – Stock Up: Manske, Rocco Beck, Trevor Burr & James Peoples
33:12 – Stock Down: Dom Rowley, Peyton Falzone & Cornerback Depth Concerns
48:42 – What We Still Want to Learn: Caleb Bacon's Role & Defensive Scheme Questions
58:48 – Mailbag: The Five-Year Rule, Zion Tracy's Position & Final Thoughts

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Levi Haines' Return Would Create Penn State's WILDEST Lineup Battle!

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State wrestling has a massive new lineup question after a federal preliminary injunction opened the door for Levi Haines to potentially return for a fifth season. Zach Seyko is joined by Penn State wrestling radio voice Jeff Byers to break down what another season of Haines could mean for Cael Sanderson and the 2026–27 Nittany Lions.

If Haines returns at 174 pounds, the biggest domino could fall at 157, where PJ Duke, Tyler Kasak, Joe Sealey and freshman Jayden James could all factor into an unbelievably deep lineup battle. The guys discuss Mitchell Mesenbrink, Penn State's middleweight depth, the 30-man roster limit, potential wrestle-offs and how Cael Sanderson could determine the eventual starter.

Plus, Jayden James heads to the 2026 U20 World Championships at 74 kg after an outstanding freestyle run that included wins over Michael Caliendo, Joe Sealey and Quincy Monday. James is part of a loaded United States men's freestyle team alongside Bo Bassett, Aaron Seidel, Landon Robideau and more.

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0:00 Intro

1:31 Why Penn State Wants Haines Back

5:08 Should Levi Haines Actually Return?

8:21 The NCAA Eligibility Ruling Explained

11:38 How Haines Changes Penn State's Lineup

14:59 Could Jayden James Wrestle at 157?

16:21 FOUR National-Title Contenders for One Spot

19:07 How Penn State Could Decide the 157 Starter

21:19 Penn State's Incredible Middleweight Depth

22:10 Jayden James Heads to U20 Worlds

25:27 Why James Can Win U20 Gold

27:47 Why the U20 World Championships Matter

30:33 Team USA's Loaded U20 Wrestling Roster

31:22 The Gap Between Penn State and Everybody Else

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Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - Tuesday, August 18, 2026

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What We Learned from Penn State Scrimmage, Final Open Practice

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It’s been a busy several days since our last BWI Live Show on Thursday. Since then, Penn State head coach Matt Campbell spoke after practice last Thursday afternoon; the team had an important scrimmage on Saturday, and the team opened practice to the media on Monday morning for the final time. We’ll be covering what we learned from all of those topics and more on today’s BWI Live Show.

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Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Penn State Insider Reveals How Matt Campbell Has Already Transformed The Program

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football voice Steve Jones joins Locked On Nittany Lions to explain what he's seeing behind the scenes from Matt Campbell, Taylor Mouser, D'Anton Lynn and the new-look Nittany Lions.

Steve breaks down why Campbell's detailed, low-ego approach has translated so quickly to Penn State, the challenge of blending a dramatically different roster and why roster retention could become one of Campbell's biggest long-term strengths. We also dive into Taylor Mouser's offensive philosophy, Rocco Becht, James Peoples, Chase Sowell and what Penn State must do to create more explosive plays.

Plus, Steve explains D'Anton Lynn's defensive vision, why stopping the run comes first and how Penn State's edge rush could unlock the entire system.

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0:00 — Why Matt Campbell Already Looks Like a Fit

1:22 — Steve Jones on the Matt Campbell Era

5:07 — Campbell's Biggest Challenge at Penn State

7:11 — Why Roster Retention Matters

9:57 — What Would Make Year One a Success?

14:10 — What Taylor Mouser's Offense Will Actually Look Like

19:26 — How Penn State Creates Explosive Plays

22:24 — How to Judge Taylor Mouser as a Play Caller

28:04 — D'Anton Lynn's Defensive Rebuild

32:35 — What Lynn Wants Penn State's Defense to Become

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