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Three Penn State Commits Visit Elsewhere... Recruiting Expert Predicts if They Flip!

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football recruiting enters a major weekend as Matt Campbell and the Nittany Lions try to protect key 2027 commits and close on several important official visitors. Jamir Dean’s visit to Georgia is the biggest concern, while Semajay Robinson and Zachary Gleason also visited elsewhere before heading back to Penn State.

On this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko and Brian Smith discuss Penn State’s 2027 recruiting class, Jamir Dean, Zachary Gleason, Semajay Robinson, Khalil Taylor, DeShawn Hall, Case Alexander, Tyson Washington, Caleb Cooper, NIL pressure, official visit strategy, and why this weekend matters for Matt Campbell’s roster-building plan.

The conversation also gets into whether Penn State should consider a no-visit policy for committed prospects, how NIL has changed recruiting, why speed at wide receiver is so important, and what would count as a successful official visit weekend for the Nittany Lions.

Penn State fans: which recruit is the most important for Matt Campbell to land or hold onto — Jameer Dean, Khalil Taylor, DeSean Hall, or someone else?

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0:00 Penn State 2027 Commits Visit Elsewhere

1:26 Brian Smith on Flip Risk and NIL Recruiting

2:27 Should Penn State Use a No-Visit Policy?

4:52 Jameer Dean’s Georgia Visit and Penn State Concern

6:13 Why Jameer Dean’s Speed Changes the Offense

7:34 How Penn State Can Respond to NIL Pressure

10:45 Penn State’s Official Visit Weekend Preview

12:30 Khalil Taylor, DeSean Hall and Top Targets

13:56 Matt Campbell’s One-Weekend Visit Strategy

14:54 Why This Weekend Is a Litmus Test

17:40 Penn State Recruiting Predictions

19:40 DeShawn Hall, Khalil Taylor and Final Takeaways

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Matt Campbell's Official Visit Strategy is RISKY For Penn State...

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Penn State football recruiting is entering a huge official visit stretch under Matt Campbell, and this weekend could reveal a lot about his new approach with the Nittany Lions. Campbell is loading up one major Penn State recruiting weekend with most of the 2027 class already committed, plus several priority targets still on the board.

On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down Penn State’s official visit strategy, how it differs from the James Franklin approach, and why names like Jamir Dean, Khalil Taylor, DeShawn Hall, Case Alexander, Efeanyi Emedobi, Tyson Washington, Caleb Cooper, Zachary Gleason, Semajay Robinson, and Dhillon McGee are worth watching. The episode also looks at commit visits elsewhere, possible NIL factors, wide receiver recruiting, defensive back depth, and whether Penn State needs contingency plans if a flip happens.

This matters because Penn State’s 2027 recruiting class is already taking shape, but official visit season can create real movement. Campbell appears to be prioritizing culture, chemistry, and peer recruiting, but the risk is obvious: if key targets leave campus uncommitted or current commits keep looking around, Penn State may have to adjust quickly.

Penn State fans, what concerns you more right now: Jamir Dean visiting Georgia, commits taking other visits, or Campbell’s all-in official visit strategy?

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0:00 Matt Campbell’s recruiting gamble

2:05 Penn State’s loaded official visit weekend

3:29 Why Campbell is changing the strategy

4:27 Key Penn State recruiting targets to know

6:33 The risk of going all-in on one weekend

8:53 Penn State commits visiting elsewhere

9:15 Indeed ad read

10:38 Should Penn State worry about flips?

12:55 Jamir Dean visits Georgia

15:12 Semajay Robinson and Zachary Gleason concerns

17:05 Penn State’s defensive back contingency plan

17:59 Final recruiting takeaway

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ESPN Bashes 24-Team College Football Playoff?! + The Perfect Fix For the CFB Postseason

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football could face a very different College Football Playoff standard if expansion reaches 24 teams. On this Locked On crossover, Zach Seyko and Jacob Goins react to ESPN’s criticism of a 24-team CFP model and debate what it would mean for Penn State, Indiana, the Big Ten, and the future of college football.

Topics include Penn State’s playoff expectations, Matt Campbell’s pressure in an expanded field, whether the CFP committee should go away, how conference schedules could change, why rivalry games may lose or gain value, and whether a Big Ten football tournament could actually solve part of the problem. The conversation also touches on Ohio State, Michigan, Notre Dame, the Power Four, Group of Six programs, conference title games, bowl games, and the future of regular-season stakes.

For Penn State fans, the biggest question is simple: if the playoff grows, is there any excuse for Penn State to miss it? Expansion may create more access, but it also creates a new level of accountability for programs with Big Ten resources and national expectations.

Drop your thoughts in the comments: would you rather see a 24-team College Football Playoff, a smaller playoff, or a Big Ten tournament-style format?

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0:00 ESPN Pushes Back on a 24-Team CFP
0:53 Penn State and Indiana’s Playoff Standard
1:49 Why Zach Is Open to CFP Expansion
3:42 Jacob’s Case Against More Playoff Teams
4:29 Should College Football Get Rid of the Committee?
6:00 Scheduling Changes and Cupcake Games
7:53 Would CFP Expansion Hurt Rivalries?
10:03 Indeed Ad Read
11:54 Rivalry Games in the Playoff Era
14:12 College Football’s Nationalization Problem
17:02 Why “In or Out” Changed Fan Expectations
18:19 Zach’s Plan to Fix College Football
19:16 Big Ten Playoff and Conference Title Game Debate
20:40 College Basketball Model for Football
22:37 Why a Clear Playoff Formula Matters
24:16 Power Four Champions and Group of Six Debate
25:25 Penn State, Indiana, and Expanded CFP Pressure
27:32 Big Ten Tournament Standard for Coaches
28:00 Notre Dame and AP Voter Problem
29:01 Final Thoughts on the Future of the CFP

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Connor vs. Cole Mirasola for Starting Heavyweight?! Penn State Wrestling's Potential Lineup Plans...

Locked On Podcast Network — Sun, 31 May 2026 23:45:00 GMT

Connor Mirasola won a U23 national title at heavyweight, and that immediately raises a major Penn State wrestling lineup question: what does this mean for Cole Mirasola, Josh Barr, and the 197-to-285 depth chart?

On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down Connor Mirasola’s move up to heavyweight, why Penn State may view him as insurance at both 197 and 285, and whether a Connor vs. Cole Mirasola heavyweight lineup battle is actually realistic. The episode also recaps the rest of Penn State’s U23 Nationals results, including Connor Pierce taking third, William Henckel finishing fourth, Mason Ellis, Dalton Perry, Kyison Garcia, Sam Beckett, Sean Degle, and Dawson Bundy.

This is an important Penn State wrestling conversation because the lineup squeeze is not going away. Josh Barr is locked in at 197, Cole Mirasola is projected at heavyweight, and Connor Mirasola’s U23 title gives Cael Sanderson another option if Penn State needs flexibility.

Penn State wrestling fans: do you think Connor Mirasola should challenge Cole Mirasola at heavyweight, or is his best role as Penn State’s 197/285 insurance policy?

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0:00 Connor Mirasola vs. Cole Mirasola at Heavyweight?

1:25 Why Penn State May Be Building 197/285 Depth

2:14 Connor Mirasola’s Role Behind Cole Mirasola

3:13 Josh Barr, 197 Pounds, and Penn State’s Insurance Plan

4:33 Connor Mirasola as Penn State’s Swiss Army Knife

5:13 Cole Mirasola’s Heavyweight Question Marks

6:25 Freestyle vs. Folkstyle for Connor and Cole

7:18 Why Connor Mirasola Could Help Penn State at 197 and 285

8:20 Connor Mirasola Wins U23 Heavyweight Title

8:36 Indeed Ad Read

9:55 Connor Mirasola’s Best-of-Three Win Over Jimmy Mullins

12:19 Connor Pierce Takes Third at U23 Nationals

13:26 Connor Pierce as a Future 149-Pound Option

15:12 Penn State’s Future 149 Lineup Squeeze

16:03 William Henckel Finishes Fourth at 79 KG

17:13 William Henckel’s 174 and 184 Outlook

18:39 Full Penn State U23 Nationals Results

19:05 Final Question: Connor Mirasola or Cole Mirasola?

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Penn State Wrestling’s U20 Results Raise a Fair Question — Jayden James Makes World Team!

Locked On Podcast Network — Sat, 30 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Penn State wrestling had an unusual U20 World Team Trials result: Jayden James made the U20 World Team at 74 kg, but he was the only Penn State-affiliated wrestler to claim a spot this cycle. That raises a fair question for Penn State wrestling fans — is this a real concern, or simply the natural cycle after loaded 2024 and 2025 recruiting classes?

On this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down Jayden James’ future Penn State lineup outlook, the possibility of James factoring in at 157 pounds, how PJ Duke could affect the lineup picture, and what that means for weight classes like 149, 157, 174, and 184. The show also covers Clinton Shepherd, Grey Burnett, Sam Herring, Asher Cunningham, the U20 freestyle field, and the future of Penn State’s recruiting pipeline.

The bigger point is what this means for Penn State wrestling under Cael Sanderson moving forward. Penn State may have had a quieter U20 cycle than fans are used to, but the next wave of talent still creates major lineup questions and long-term NCAA title potential.

Penn State wrestling fans: are you concerned by the U20 results, or is this just part of the cycle?

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0:00 Penn State Wrestling U20 Results Begin

1:00 Jayden James Makes the U20 World Team

1:45 Jayden James’ Penn State Lineup Outlook

2:30 Could Jayden James Fit at 157 Pounds?

3:08 Why Penn State Had Only One U20 World Team Wrestler

4:31 Penn State’s 2026 Class vs. 2027 Future

5:01 Clinton Shepherd and Grey Burnett Reach U20 Finals

5:45 Grey Burnett Beats Future Iowa and Oklahoma State Wrestlers

6:19 Why Penn State Could Reload at U20 Next Year

7:09 Sam Herring and Asher Cunningham Outlook

9:05 Sam Herring’s Penn State Development Track

10:18 Clinton Shepherd Beats Sam Herring in Offensive Match

10:58 The Future 149-Pound Lineup Battle

11:58 Asher Cunningham Injury Default and 174 Outlook

12:44 How Five Years of Eligibility Changes Penn State’s Lineup

14:17 Full 2026 U20 World Team Breakdown

15:41 Virginia Tech, Oklahoma State, and NCAA-Level Implications

16:26 Why Penn State’s Quiet U20 Year Is Not a Crisis

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The Future Talent of Penn State Wrestling & How They Fit Into the Lineup!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 29 May 2026 17:30:00 GMT

Jayden James headlines a loaded group of Penn State wrestling talent at the U20 World Team Trials, and his future lineup fit is already one of the most interesting questions around Cael Sanderson’s program.

On this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, we break down James, Gray Burnett, Clinton Shepard, Sam Herring, and Asher Cunningham, along with the future Penn State lineup questions at 125, 133, 141, 149, 157, 165, 174, and 184. We also discuss how Mitchell Mesenbrink, PJ Duke, Luke Lilledahl, Marcus Blaze, Shayne Van Ness, William Hankel, Tyler Kasak, Joe Sealey, and others could shape the next few seasons.

The U20 World Team Trials matter because Penn State’s future lineup is not just talented — it is crowded. The biggest question is where these blue-chip prospects fit, who could start early, and which wrestlers may have to wait for their opportunity.

Penn State wrestling fans: where should Jayden James start his college career — 157, 165, or higher?

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0:00 Penn State’s U20 World Team Trials Talent

1:05 Why Jayden James Headlines the Group

2:50 Jayden James at 157 or 165?

3:41 Grey Burnett and Clinton Shepard Join the Future Picture

4:39 Grey Burnett, Landon Sidon, and the 125/133 Future

6:29 Clinton Shepard’s Path at 149

7:41 Why James Is More Certain Than Shepard Right Now

8:19 Indeed Ad Read

9:42 Clinton Shepard Beats Sam Herring 14–8

10:17 Sam Herring’s Uphill Lineup Path

11:18 Could Herring Grow Into 149 or 157?

12:18 The Future 149-Pound Logjam

13:11 Asher Cunningham’s Complicated Path at 174/184

14:40 Cunningham, Hankel, Duke, and the 174 Battle

15:19 U20 World Team Trials Paths for Penn State Wrestlers

15:43 Jaden James, Gray Burnett, and Isaiah Cortez

16:10 Clinton Shepard vs. Bo Bassett Outlook

16:46 Asher Cunningham’s Path Through Ryan Burton

17:21 Best-Case vs. Realistic Penn State U20 Outcomes

18:03 Penn State, Oklahoma State, and Future Recruiting Waves

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Penn State football recruiting review as Nittany Lions reach 20 commits

Fri, 29 May 2026 15:46:00 GMT

The NEW Standard For Penn State & Matt Campbell After James Franklin!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 29 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football has a new standard under Matt Campbell, and the conversation starts with what James Franklin built, where the program stalled, and what Campbell now has to prove in big games. Zach Seyko is joined by Pat Koerbler (https://x.com/Poerbler) of Black Shoe Diaries to discuss Campbell’s expectations, Franklin’s legacy, Steve Sarkisian’s comments about Penn State, and whether the Nittany Lions made the right move.

Topics include Matt Campbell’s first-year pressure, Penn State’s big-game struggles under James Franklin, Steve Sarkisian criticizing the Franklin firing, the importance of Michigan, USC, Washington and the White Out game, and ESPN’s comparison of Rocco Becht to Sean Clifford. Zach and Pat also discuss Rocco Becht’s fit, Penn State’s quarterback history with Trace McSorley, Sean Clifford, Drew Allar and Christian Hackenberg, plus what Becht needs around him to succeed.

This conversation matters now because Penn State did not make a major coaching change to stay in the same place. The Nittany Lions do not need Campbell to win a national championship immediately, but they do need proof that the program can win the games that define Big Ten and College Football Playoff contention.

What should the standard be for Matt Campbell at Penn State: 10 wins, a big-game win, a Big Ten title appearance, or something else? Drop your thoughts in the comments and subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions for daily Penn State football coverage.

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0:00 Matt Campbell’s Penn State standard

1:34 Big-game wins define the next era

4:33 Penn State’s 2025 collapse changed everything

6:21 Michigan, USC and Washington as Campbell’s first tests

8:05 What kind of 9-3 season would fans accept?

9:51 Penn State had to take the risk

10:40 Ad Break

12:25 Why Franklin’s Penn State tenure had run its course

13:09 Sarkisian’s Penn State criticism misses context

15:39 Would Texas have tolerated Franklin’s results?

18:38 UCLA and Northwestern made Franklin’s exit unavoidable

19:43 Andy Reid comparison and the fresh-start argument

22:04 Why major jobs did not chase James Franklin

23:52 Rocco Becht enters the Sean Clifford zone

26:04 What ESPN’s QB tier says about Becht

28:26 Can Penn State keep Rocco Becht healthy?

29:09 Why Becht has a better Penn State supporting cast

30:30 Ranking Penn State quarterbacks under Franklin

32:42 Final thoughts and next QB debate tease

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BIG 10 SQUAD: Big 10 & SEC MEGA CONFERENCE Coming Soon... What this means for Penn State

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 28 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Big Ten football faces a seismic shift as talk of a 70-school “Super Mega Conference” heats up. Could college athletics see relegation like the Premier League, or will tradition—with teams like Ohio State, Michigan, and UCLA—hold firm amidst swirling changes? The panel breaks down the latest bipartisan Congressional proposal that targets NIL regulation, transfer portal chaos, and the Lane Kiffin rule for mid-season coaching exits—all set to upend the college sports landscape. The Big 10 Squad leads a spirited debate featuring bold super conference visions, calls for NIL salary caps, and challenges to schools: “stop being poor” and keep pace in the new era. With player eligibility rulings, coaching drama, and powerhouse programs fighting for influence, this episode asks: Is college football’s future endangered or finally moving toward true competitive balance? Don’t miss exclusive insights on where the Big Ten stands as the sport barrels toward radical transformation.

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Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - Thursday, May 28, 2026

Thu, 28 May 2026 19:25:41 GMT

Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - Thursday, May 28, 2026

Thu, 28 May 2026 19:18:12 GMT

Cael Sanderson Named Coach of the Year | Final X & U20 Preview

Blue White Illustrated — Thu, 28 May 2026 17:22:31 GMT

Cael Sanderson has done it again. The Penn State wrestling head coach is the Open Mat Division I Coach of the Year — and at this point, the only real question is when they name the award after him. Mitchell Mesenbrink adds the Hodge Trophy to his national championship, capping one of the most dominant individual seasons in college wrestling history.

Greg Pickel joins Thomas Frank Carr to break it all down, plus preview what's coming up for Penn State's wrestlers on the international stage this summer. Final X is set, U20 Nationals are this weekend, and U23 Nationals are right around the corner. We break down every Nittany Lion connection, the key matchups to watch, and what it all means for team USA heading into the World Championships.

00:00:00 - Intro: Cael Sanderson Named Coach of the Year

00:01:13 - Should They Just Name the Award After Him?

00:01:58 - Mitchell Mesenbrink Wins Hodge Trophy & Wrestler of the Year

00:03:11 - Mesenbrink's Rise: From Transfer to National Champion

00:03:48 - Why Is Mesenbrink Not Competing This Summer?

00:05:22 - Final X Preview: Nittany Lion Club Connections

00:06:24 - Luke Lucio vs. Spencer Lee & Key Matchups to Watch

00:07:13 - U20 Nationals Preview: Penn State's Recruits in Action

00:15:14 - U23 Nationals: Why It's So Convoluted Explained

00:15:46 - How Final X Results Impact the U23 Roster Spots

00:17:41 - Penn State's U23 Entries: Who Has the Best Chance?

00:19:10 - Final Thoughts & What's Coming Before Final X

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Gut Check: Can Penn State Recruiting Finish Higher than 15?

Blue White Illustrated — Thu, 28 May 2026 16:42:44 GMT

The Penn State football recruiting staff is waiting a week to start its official visits so we also have a week to do a wider look at the team’s recruiting situation heading into the final, pivotal stretch of commitment season. On today’s show, we’ll recap the latest recruiting news, including Penn State missing out on a pair of four-star prospects. Today’s main topic will be a gut check of where things are and where they will go over the next six months of recruiting. We’ll ask recruiting reporter Sean Fitz a series of questions to get his gut reaction to them on today’s show. We’ll also ask you for your thoughts in the BWI Mailbag!

00:00:00 - Intro & Today's Gut Check Format

00:01:24 - Breaking News: Carter Jones to Clemson & Colt Lumper to Michigan

00:04:05 - Colt Lumper to Michigan: What Happened & What's Next at TE

00:09:27 - What Carter Jones' Decision Tells Us About June Recruiting

00:11:37 - Caleb Cooper Official Visit: Penn State Hedging at Safety?

00:13:00 - Gut Check #1: Can Penn State's Class Crack the Top 15?

00:25:45 - Could Gabe Jenkins End Up at Penn State in the Portal Someday?

00:28:35 - Gut Check #3: What's the Biggest Miss of the 2027 Class?

00:29:07 - Defensive End: The Position That Worries Fitz Most

00:31:52 - Big DE vs. Speed Rusher: What Does Penn State Actually Need?

00:32:24 - What the Best NFL Pass Rushers Tell Us About Recruiting DE

00:37:23 - Gut Check #4: What's the Biggest WIN of the 2027 Class?

00:37:52 - Corners & Running Backs: Penn State's Strongest Position Groups

00:47:00 - BWI Mailbag: Who in the 2027 Class Can Contribute Earliest?

00:52:24 - Can Andy Paiva Play Early? The Nose Tackle Question

00:55:10 - Blake Benton's Long-Term Upside at Linebacker

00:56:28 - Is There Real Value in Penn State Playing at Temple?

00:59:13 - What's the Modern Player Schedule During the Summer?

01:01:29 - Final Thoughts & What's Coming Next Week

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James Franklin is Out-Recruiting Matt Campbell & Penn State?! — Recruiting Expert Weighs In...

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 28 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football recruiting is ahead of schedule under Matt Campbell, but the Nittany Lions still have important needs to close out in the 2026 class. Zach Seyko and Brian Smith break down whether James Franklin is really out-recruiting Campbell, how Penn State’s class compares to Virginia Tech, and why the current recruiting picture is more positive than some fans may realize.

The conversation covers Penn State’s 20 commitments, remaining needs at edge rusher, linebacker, safety, and wide receiver, plus key targets like Abraham Sesay, Ifeanyi Emedobi, Case Alexander, Khalil Taylor, DeShawn Hall, Landon Blum, and Jamir Dean. The episode also gets into Steve Sarkisian’s comments about Penn State firing James Franklin and whether that criticism ignores the full context of Franklin’s 12-year tenure.

This matters now because official visit season is arriving, Penn State still needs to finish the class with impact defensive talent, and the Campbell vs. Franklin recruiting debate is already shaping how fans judge the new era.

Penn State fans: do you feel better about the class now, or is edge rusher still too big of a concern?

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0:00 Is James Franklin Out-Recruiting Matt Campbell?

1:29 Brian Smith on Penn State vs Virginia Tech Recruiting

3:13 Why Campbell Wasn’t Hired Just to Recruit Better

5:12 What Penn State Fans Need From Matt Campbell

7:29 Penn State Is Ahead of Schedule With 20 Commits

10:20 Abraham C. Say and Penn State’s Edge Rusher Need

12:04 Ifeanyi Emedobi and Other Pass Rush Options

13:13 Case Alexander, Linebacker Needs, and Family Ties

14:00 Khalil Taylor, DeSean Hall, and WR Recruiting

16:03 Penn State Recruiting Receivers Better Already?

18:00 Pass Rusher Is Penn State’s No. 1 Priority

19:20 Steve Sarkisian Calls Out Penn State

21:05 The Missing Context on James Franklin

22:57 Why Penn State Eventually Drew the Line

24:47 Would Texas Fire Sarkisian in the Same Situation?

25:40 Final Thoughts on Recruiting and Official Visits

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SEC Coach CALLS OUT Penn State For Firing James Franklin!

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Steve Sarkisian called out Penn State football over the way James Franklin was fired, but the full Penn State context tells a very different story. This episode breaks down why Penn State’s decision was not about one bad month, but a long-term big-game problem, the Oregon losses, the UCLA and Northwestern collapse, and the larger question of whether Franklin’s tenure had reached its ceiling.

We also discuss the Chaz Coleman situation at Tennessee, Penn State’s NIL approach, Matt Campbell’s early roster management, Derek Hoosier’s role as general manager, and why the Nittany Lions may have avoided a major mistake by refusing to overextend for one transfer portal pass rusher.

This matters because Penn State is entering a new era where coaching decisions, NIL spending, roster retention, and Big Ten title contention are all connected. The question is whether Penn State’s new staff can build a more complete, more disciplined roster than the one that came up short in the biggest moments.

Penn State fans: was Sarkisian wrong, and did Penn State dodge a major NIL problem with Chaz Coleman? Drop your thoughts in the comments.

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0:00 Steve Sarkisian Calls Out Penn State

1:15 Sarkisian’s James Franklin Quote

2:25 Why Penn State Did Not Fire Franklin Over One Bad Month

3:00 Oregon Changed the Big Ten Conversation

4:18 Franklin’s Big-Game Problem at Penn State

6:01 UCLA and Northwestern Collapse After Oregon

7:37 Why the Franklin Firing Became Unavoidable

8:17 Best Roster, Jim Knowles, and Penn State’s Expectations

9:06 Chaz Coleman, Tennessee, and NIL Roster Management

10:48 Why This Is Not About Dunking on Coleman

12:03 What Tennessee Is Dealing With Right Now

12:46 How Penn State May Have Avoided a Major Problem

13:41 The Risk of Paying Millions for Potential

15:28 Availability, NIL, and Defensive End Value

16:17 Matt Campbell’s Penn State Roster Interviews

17:34 The Incentive Problem in Modern NIL

19:02 Final Takeaway on Campbell, Hoosier, and Penn State

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Best BIG TEN Quarterbacks

Bleav — Wed, 27 May 2026 22:12:39 GMT

On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, former Penn State QB Tommy Stevens and host Tom Hannifan discuss the best Big Ten quarterbacks entering the 2026 season! Where does Nittany Lion QB Rocco Becht rank within the conference? What QB competition will PSU be dealing with during it’s conference schedule?

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Is Marcus Neal Penn State's Next Great Safety? | White Out Update

Blue White Illustrated — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:44:49 GMT

The Penn State football team will get news soon about when it will play certain opponents in the 2026 regular season. Will this news lead us closer to a confirmed White Out game for the upcoming football season? We’re discussing the upcoming news, previewing the Penn State safety room, plus taking your questions today on the BWI Live Show.

Join us today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the show! We’re highlighting questions from the BWI Mailbag thread, but we will also take your questions live during the show to be part of the action. Drop your thoughts and questions in the live chat, and we’ll answer the best ones live!

00:00:00 - Intro: Kick Time Announcements Coming Today

00:03:19 - Reading the Schedule: White Out Game Clues

00:05:18 - Why Penn State vs. USC is the Logical White Out Pick

00:06:42 - TV Network Draft & How Penn State Fits In

00:12:08 - Nobody Wants a Primetime Non-Conference Game

00:15:37 - Safety Room Reset Under Deon Broomfield

00:16:39 - Is Marcus Neal the Next Great Penn State Safety?

00:21:11 - How Penn State's Defense Changes His Role

00:23:03 - Single High vs. Two High: What to Expect

00:24:02 - Breaking Down the Full Safety Depth Chart

00:27:19 - The Jeremiah Cooper Question: How Much Does It Change Things?

00:37:25 - The Big Concern: Is This Defense Coverage-Focused Enough?

00:40:20 - How Many Unknowns Does This Defense Have?

00:47:00 - Mailbag: Most Over & Under-Discussed PSU Offseason Topics

00:52:02 - Matt Campbell Is Changing Penn State's DNA

00:55:47 - Mailbag: Which Position Group Needs the Most Help?

00:59:04 - BetMGM Best Bets

01:01:48 - Final Thoughts & What's Coming Next

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Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Big Ten & SEC Super League? Big 12 A.D. Issues SHOCKING Ultimatum!

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Big 12 stirs the college football landscape as Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard dares the Big Ten and SEC to quit threatening and actually leave the NCAA. With mounting frustration over massive NIL spending, roster shakeups, and the poaching of head coach Matt Campbell to Penn State, is a true super league war about to erupt?

Craig Shemon breaks down Pollard’s ultimatum, reveals the Big 12’s dire TV revenue challenges, and questions whether the Power 2 are breaking or simply bending the rules. The conversation spotlights recent playoff expansion talks, the future of conference realignment, and the looming fate of ACC and Big 12 programs. Plus, exclusive recruiting scoops on Michigan, Washington’s national QB search, Nebraska's rising fortune, and a top-10 ranking of college football’s greatest game day traditions. Will a seismic NCAA split or Super Conference reshape the college football forever?

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CFB Experts Argue Penn State Made WRONG Move Firing James Franklin!

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football is already being judged in the Matt Campbell era, and the James Franklin debate is not going away. With Franklin now at Virginia Tech, Penn State fans are watching recruiting, roster movement, quarterback development, and big-game expectations to see who really wins the split.

On this Locked On crossover, Zach Seyko joins Alex Donno and Kenton Gibbs to discuss Penn State’s recruiting under Matt Campbell, Virginia Tech’s momentum with James Franklin, Ethan Grunkemeyer’s ceiling, Franklin’s quarterback development history, Penn State’s record in major Big Ten games, and what a possible Big Ten/SEC super conference could mean for the ACC and the rest of college football.

The biggest question for Penn State is not whether recruiting immediately falls off. The bigger question is whether Matt Campbell can maintain the floor James Franklin built while finally winning more of the games that decide Big Ten titles and College Football Playoff positioning.

Penn State fans: did Penn State make the right move, or does Matt Campbell have to prove it against Ohio State, Michigan, Oregon, and the rest of the Big Ten?

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0:00 Did Penn State Make a Mistake With James Franklin?

1:13 Why Penn State Fans Are Still Watching Virginia Tech

2:47 What Does Penn State Need to Prove After Franklin?

4:50 Virginia Tech’s Recruiting Boost Under James Franklin

6:05 Penn State’s Big-Game Problem Under Franklin

8:10 Why Recruiting Won’t Decide the Franklin Split

9:26 Ad Break

11:49 Matt Campbell’s Penn State Recruiting Start

13:45 Matt Campbell’s Big-Game Tradeoff

16:14 Virginia Tech Season Expectations

17:40 James Franklin’s Schedule Full of Penn State Ghosts

19:55 James Franklin’s Quarterback Development Question

20:47 Ethan Grunkemeyer’s Ceiling at Virginia Tech

23:02 Could the ACC Get Left Behind?

24:34 Big Ten, SEC and Super Conference Pressure

26:07 Could Penn State Ever Go Independent?

29:26 Why College Football Is Trending Toward Super Conferences

31:12 Locked On Super League Joke and Closing

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Penn State & Matt Campbell Will Be Better Than People Think in Year One!

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Penn State football enters Matt Campbell’s first season with a manageable Big Ten schedule, real playoff upside, and one major question that could define the year: are the Nittany Lions good enough up front to beat the teams that matter?

On this Locked On crossover, Zach Seyko and Spencer McLaughlin break down Penn State’s Big Ten outlook, Rocco Becht’s value at quarterback, the offensive line led by names like Cooper Cousins, Malachi Goodman, and Anthony Donkoh, D’Anton Lynn’s defensive front, transfer portal additions, defensive end depth, USC, Michigan, Washington, Minnesota, and the broader College Football Playoff picture.

The schedule helps Penn State, but the season cannot be reduced to the schedule. If the offensive line is as improved as expected and the defensive tackle room takes a step forward, Penn State has a real path to 10 wins and playoff contention. If the pass rush is thin, the margin gets tighter fast.

Penn State fans: what is the bigger question right now — the playoff résumé, the defensive line, or whether this team is being underrated in the Big Ten?

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0:00 Penn State Is More Than an Easy Schedule

0:45 Rocco Becht, Matt Campbell, and Big Ten Expectations

1:28 Where Penn State Fits Behind Ohio State and Oregon

2:15 USC, Michigan, Washington, and the Second Big Ten Tier

3:15 Penn State’s 10-Win Path and Playoff Résumé Question

4:05 Washington Road Trip and the Big Ten Schedule Debate

5:30 Penn State’s Offensive Line vs. Defensive Line Concern

6:10 Cooper Cousins, Malachi Goodman, and Anthony Donkoh

6:55 Defensive End Depth and D’Anton Lynn’s Pass Rush Problem

7:45 Minnesota as a Trap Spot on Penn State’s Schedule

9:00 Anthony Smith vs. Malachi Goodman Matchup

9:49 Big Ten/SEC Super League Discussion Begins

11:07 Could the Big Ten and SEC Leave the NCAA Structure?

11:48 Why Penn State Would Be Safe in a Super League

13:30 Big 12, ACC, Texas Tech, Miami, and Survival Pressure

14:26 Relegation, Revenue, and the Future of College Football

17:41 College Football Moving Toward an NFL-Style Model

19:52 Could Schools Buy Their Way Into the Super League?

21:00 Final College Football Realignment Takeaway

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