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HUGE: Penn State Wrestling Can Get Levi Haines a 5th Year... Should They DELAY Jayden James?!

Locked On Podcast Network — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

A federal court ruling has opened the door for Levi Haines to wrestle a fifth season for Penn State—but adding a two-time NCAA champion back at 174 pounds would create major lineup decisions for Cael Sanderson.

Could Penn State delay Jayden James’ arrival or eligibility? What happens to PJ Duke, Tyler Kasak and Joe Sealey in a loaded battle at 157? And how would Haines’ potential return affect Mitchell Mesenbrink, William Henckel and the rest of Penn State’s 2026–27 wrestling lineup?

Zach Seyko breaks down why another collegiate season could make sense for Haines, the historic championships he could pursue and the difficult roster decisions Penn State would face if he returns.

Should Haines return? And what should Penn State do with Jayden James?

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00:00 Intro
01:26 Why Haines should consider another Penn State season
03:35 Leadership, freestyle and unfinished college goals
05:01 Should Penn State delay Jayden James?
06:20 Protecting James’ long-term lineup opportunity
08:20 Penn State’s projected 2026–27 lineup
08:48 FanDuel and GameTime
11:16 How Haines stabilizes 165 and 174
11:51 Masanosuke Ono and Marcus Blaze at 133 and 141
13:33 PJ Duke, Tyler Kasak, Joe Sealey and the 157 logjam
14:58 Penn State’s upper weights and the Mirasola twins
16:57 The NCAA eligibility ruling creates more questions
18:15 Could redshirt wrestlers eventually receive a sixth year?
19:50 Final thoughts

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Steve Jones Show Hour 2 - Friday, July 31, 2026

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:02:00 GMT

Steve Jones Show Hour 1 - Friday, July 31, 2026

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:02:00 GMT

Indiana's Curt Cignetti SLAMS SEC HYPE!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Indiana Football coach Curt Cignetti dropped the mic with a final shot, ripping SEC crybabies and emphasizing how the Big Ten is the best college football conference in the country. It is clear Cignetti is itching to get back to practice and defend his college football national championship. Although he won't admit the latter part out loud. But he did admit new transfers Josh Hoover and Nick Marsh are ready to go!

The episode breaks down Big Ten win totals, playoff contenders, and the season’s most pivotal matchups, including Indiana’s high-stakes duels with Ohio State and Michigan, and Oregon’s double-digit win aspirations. Get insight on coaching debuts from Bob Chesney at UCLA and Pat Fitzgerald’s at Michigan State , as well as team shakeups at Penn State, Minnesota, and Purdue with new rosters. Which Big Ten teams will rise, and can Indiana maintain its reign atop college football?

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Penn State O-Line Commit Jon Sassic Explains the New DOGS Mentality!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State 2027 offensive line commit Jon Sassic joins Locked On Nittany Lions to explain Ryan Clanton’s DOGS mentality and the new identity being built inside Penn State’s offensive line room.

Sassic discusses why he committed to Penn State, his immediate connection with Ryan Clanton and Matt Campbell, and how Pittsburgh Central Catholic prepared him for college football. He also breaks down his physical playing style, his move to center, his ability to play guard or tackle, his training at 2Tenths Speed & Agility, and why he considers himself an enforcer.

This interview offers a revealing look at the kind of offensive lineman Penn State is targeting in the 2027 recruiting class. Clanton’s vision emphasizes conditioning, athleticism, discipline, physicality, football intelligence, versatility, and accountability—and Sassic believes he fits that standard.

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0:00 Intro

1:57 What Being a DOG Actually Means

4:10 Why Ryan Clanton Won Over Jon Sassic

6:28 Why Sassic Committed to Penn State

8:43 Why He Believes in Matt Campbell

11:16 Penn State’s 2027 Commits Are Building Chemistry

12:39 Jon Sassic’s Playing Style and Move to Center

14:33 Why Sassic Calls Himself an Enforcer

15:11 Winning a Block vs. Dominating a Block

16:23 Basketball, Agility and Offensive Line Training

19:06 Penn State’s Position Plan for Jon Sassic

20:39 Pittsburgh Central Catholic’s Championship Standard

22:52 Leadership and Life Away From Football

24:22 What Penn State Fans Will Eventually See

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FALL '26 Episode 4: Caught in the (Save College Sports) Act

Big Heads Media — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:01:00 GMT

If reactions to our second podcast episode this season are any indication, the members of our panel aren't the only fans falling out of love with college football in its modern form. For all of you who share that disillusionment and dissatisfaction, we've got some good news, some bad news, and some decidedly worse news.

The good news is that there's still time to prevent college football's out-of-control locomotive from irrevocably jumping the tracks.

The bad news? That time is rapidly dwindling, with no further hope on the horizon if it runs out before changes happen.

But worst of all, the entity who holds all our hopes, dreams, and aspirations for a return to sanity in the palms of their hands?
The United States Congress.

So, yeah... with the midnight hour close at hand, as darkness falls across the land, our crew takes a look at the Protect College Sports Act and, irrespective of its eventual fate, delves into whether the bill itself represents a cause worth championing for anyone who loathes the current trajectory of intercollegiate sports.

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DESERVED: Curt Cignetti BLASTS the SEC + Big Ten Media Are BUYING Penn State!

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Curt Cignetti took direct aim at the SEC during Big Ten Media Days, and his comments immediately reignited the Big Ten-versus-SEC debate. Locked On Hoosiers host Jacob Goins joins the show from Chicago to discuss Cignetti’s message, Matt Campbell’s first Big Ten Media Days appearance and why people around the conference are buying Penn State football as a College Football Playoff contender in 2026.

The conversation covers Cignetti’s emergence as a voice for the Big Ten, the SEC’s move to a nine-game conference schedule, Matt Campbell’s restrained podium performance and the outside perception of his first Penn State team. Zach and Jacob also examine Penn State’s retained roster, the players who followed Campbell from Iowa State, the favorable 2026 schedule, the key games against USC and Michigan and whether the Nittany Lions could realistically finish 10-2, 11-1 or even make an undefeated run.

Penn State has a legitimate path to the College Football Playoff, but that path creates another question: Will the Nittany Lions be prepared to defeat an elite opponent after avoiding Oregon, Ohio State and Indiana during the regular season? The episode also examines Oregon’s status as the Big Ten favorite, the pressure facing USC and where Penn State belongs in the conference hierarchy.

Do you believe Penn State is a real Big Ten and playoff contender in Matt Campbell’s first season, or is the favorable schedule creating too much optimism? Leave your record prediction and the game that concerns you most.

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0:00 Intro
1:00 Curt Cignetti Calls Out the SEC
2:35 Why Cignetti Is Becoming the Big Ten’s Voice
5:00 Big Ten vs. SEC Schedule Debate
7:09 Matt Campbell Preview and Sponsor Break
12:14 Honest Matt Campbell Media Days Assessment
14:12 Penn State’s Realistic 2026 Ceiling
15:19 Could Penn State Be Exposed in the Playoff?
16:58 Big Ten Teams to Buy or Sell
18:25 Oregon, Ohio State, Indiana and USC Outlook
19:21 Final Big Ten Media Days Takeaways

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Penn State offensive coordinator Taylor Mouser breaks down players and plans

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:27:59 GMT

Matt Campbell is Sticking to His Recruiting Plan | We Grade his 2027 Class

Blue White Illustrated — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:48:03 GMT

The Penn State recruiting class for 2027 is currently ranked 21st in the Rivals recruiting rankings and sits eighth in the Big 10. Very few Penn State recruiting fans are excited about the direction in the first half of the year under new head coach Matt Campbell. So today, we’ll hear from Campbell himself about the recruiting situation in his first class. What did he have to say about it at Big Ten Media Days? We’ll discuss his comments and then rank the class ourselves by giving out a grade for each position. Where does this group compare to previous years? Where does it fall apart? We’ll discuss. Finally, we’ll look ahead to 2028 and learn where the team can recover for next year.

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0:00 – Show Intro & Fan Feedback on Penn State's 2027 Class

5:36 – Matt Campbell's Big Ten Media Days Comments: Reaction & Analysis

18:03 – Grading Penn State's 2027 Class Begins: Running Back

28:52 – Defensive Tackle Grades

33:46 – Wide Receiver Grade: The Class's Biggest Miss

40:17 – Offensive Line Grades

44:44 – Safety Grades

51:28 – Tight End & Linebacker Grades

58:37 – Cornerback & Edge Rusher Grades

1:05:08 – Quarterback Grades: Will Wood vs. Peter Bork

1:09:41 – Wrap-Up & What's Next

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Dan Lanning and Ryan Day FIGHT for Spotlight at Big Ten Media Days!

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Oregon football coach Dan Lanning and Ohio State football coach Ryan Day stole the show during Day Two of Big Ten Media Days in Chicago to jumpstart the 2026 college football season. We do a deep dive into their discussions and look into the importance of the Oregon vs Ohio State matchup on the football field the first week in November with everything on the line!

We absolutely love the Big Ten football coaches when they open up to the media and we share our thoughts on comments made by Illinois football coach Bret Bielema, Rutgers football coach Greg Schiano, Penn State football coach Matt Campbell, Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell, Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz, and USC football coach Lincoln Riley.

And we post our favorite Big Ten Classics coming up this weekend on the Big Ten Network!

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USC Insider Questions If Penn State & D'Anton Lynn Can Handle Trojans' Offense!

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State football’s 2026 matchup against USC could be one of the defining games of Matt Campbell’s first season. In this crossover preview with Locked On USC, Zach Seyko and Marc Kulkin examine the biggest advantages, concerns and deciding factors for the Nittany Lions and Trojans.

The discussion covers D’Anton Lynn’s familiarity with Lincoln Riley and Jayden Maiava, Penn State’s talented secondary, Rocco Becht and the continuity of Taylor Mouser’s offense, USC’s experienced offensive line and running backs, Gary Patterson’s return as a defensive play caller and the potential impact of cross-country travel to Beaver Stadium.

Penn State is not approaching 2026 like a traditional rebuilding team. Much of Campbell’s Iowa State system has already arrived in Happy Valley, but USC has enough offensive experience and talent to make this a legitimate toss-up. Could Lynn’s knowledge, Penn State’s home-field advantage and a more favorable early schedule be enough to swing the matchup?

Who has the advantage right now: Penn State or USC? Leave your early prediction in the comments.

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0:00 Intro

1:53 D’Anton Lynn’s Advantage Against USC

4:32 Penn State’s Secondary vs USC’s Passing Attack

6:12 Why Penn State’s Offense Is Not Rebuilding

8:46 Can USC Defend Penn State’s Tight Ends?

11:47 USC’s Biggest Offensive Advantages

15:04 Lincoln Riley’s Road-Offense Question

16:50 Gary Patterson vs Taylor Mouser

19:30 Early Penn State-USC Point Spread

21:36 What Is at Stake for Both Programs?

23:09 USC’s Travel and Beaver Stadium Problem

25:10 Matt Campbell’s Big-Game Résumé

28:42 Penn State-USC Prediction

31:37 The White Out Uniform Debate

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Penn State vs. Temple Comes Down to This Brutal Mismatch — Early Scouting Report!

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Penn State football has a major matchup advantage against Temple, and it begins with the Nittany Lions’ running game. Temple allowed 197.3 rushing yards per game last season, creating an opportunity for Penn State’s offensive line and running backs to control the game at Lincoln Financial Field. Zach Seyko breaks down how Carson Hansen, James Peoples, Quinton Martin Jr. and Cam Wallace can attack the Owls’ defense, how Rocco Becht can use play action to create explosive throws, and what Penn State should expect from Chase Sowell, Brett Eskildsen, Koby Howard, Karon Brookins and Zay Robinson. The show also examines D’Anton Lynn’s defensive matchup against Temple’s quarterback competition featuring Jaxon Smolik, Ajani Sheppard and Camren Boykin.

Temple made progress during K.C. Keeler’s first season and returns a strong offensive foundation, including standout tight end Peter Clarke. However, the Owls must replace their starting quarterback, rebuild most of their defense and improve a pass rush that produced only 1.33 sacks per game in 2025. Can Penn State win by three touchdowns or more in Philadelphia? Share your prediction and the Penn State player you expect to have the biggest performance.

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0:00 Intro

1:13 Why Temple’s Run Defense Is Vulnerable

3:02 Temple’s Transfer Additions in the Trenches

3:46 Penn State’s Run-Pass Formula

4:28 Rocco Becht’s Play-Action Opportunities

6:29 D’Anton Lynn vs. Temple’s Quarterback Battle

8:34 Partner Messages

11:22 Everything Penn State Fans Must Know About Temple

12:06 K.C. Keeler’s Rebuild and Temple’s Progress

14:04 Temple’s Aggressive Transfer Portal Strategy

14:49 Former Penn State Players Now at Temple

15:36 Peter Clarke Is Temple’s Biggest Offensive Threat

16:37 Temple’s Discipline and Turnover Strength

18:03 Penn State vs. Temple Prediction

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Matt Campbell Doubles Down on His Plan for Penn State | Media Day Recap

Blue White Illustrated — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:38:37 GMT

The Penn State contingency at Big Ten Media Days wrapped up on Tuesday in Chicago, and reporter Greg Pickel was there to speak with the important players, coaches and administration on hand. Today, we’ll recap the most important comments and thoughts from the event. Due to Pickel’s flight schedule, today’s show was recorded in advance.

Today, we’ll also cover Pat Kraft’s stadium update, the idea of Penn State selling jersey patches in the future, Campbell’s assessment of the 2027 recruiting class, and many other topics. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube. We’ll be in the comments section with you to discuss the show.

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00:00:10 - Intro: Greg Pickel Makes It to Chicago

00:03:21 - Injury Updates: Burkle, Jeremiah Cooper & Alex Manske Cleared

00:07:06 - The Safety Room Is Still in Flux — Jeremiah Cooper's Timeline

00:10:27 - Five-for-Five Rule: Campbell's Reaction & What It Means for Penn State

00:10:52 - Pat Kraft on the Jersey Patch: It's Coming — Here's Why

00:15:02 - Beaver Stadium Renovation Update: Club Seats & What's Ready

00:18:00 - Campbell on His Coaching Philosophy: Promoting From Within

00:24:17 - Campbell at the Podium

00:27:19 - Brock Riker Breakdown: Why Penn State Is So High on Him

00:30:44 - Campbell on the 2027 Recruiting Class: "We Trust Our Evaluation"

00:36:35 - Taylor Mouser's Promotion: How Campbell Knows When a Coach Is Ready

00:40:18 - Deon Broomfield Was Next in Line — What That Means

00:44:34 - Rocco Becht wants to get Koby Howard 1,000 receiving yards

00:50:28 - Outro: One Week Until Camp & What's Coming Next

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Penn State at Big Ten Media Day with Matt Campbell, Rocco Becht, Tony Rojas and Anthony Donkoh

Audioboom — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:03:31 GMT

Audrey & Jon were at Big Ten Media Days in Chicago and caught up with the Penn State contingent as head Nittany Lion head coach Matt Campbell, quarterback Rocco Becht, linebacker Tony Rojas and offensive lineman Anthony Donkoh sat down for interviews.

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Penn State & Pat Kraft Have a Major Money Decision to Make!

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State basketball faces a major NIL funding question following Pat Kraft’s comments about program resources and Mike Rhoades’ push for more support. Zach Seyko and Andrew Kalista (https://x.com/KalistaAndrew) examine whether Penn State can invest enough to make men’s basketball competitive without weakening the football program that drives the athletic department.

The conversation covers Penn State’s current basketball priorities, Kayden and Dylan Mingo landing at Baylor, the challenges of retaining players and coaches, outside NIL support, fan attendance and the difference between basketball-first programs and major football schools. Zach and Andrew also discuss Ohio State’s Chase partnership, Notre Dame’s SoFi agreement, the Big 12–Monster Energy deal, potential Penn State jersey patches and new revenue opportunities connected to Beaver Stadium.

This matters because Penn State cannot afford to fall behind the changing financial structure of college athletics. The real question is whether Pat Kraft can generate enough new revenue to protect Penn State football while also giving Mike Rhoades and the basketball program a legitimate opportunity to compete in the Big Ten.

Should Penn State invest more in basketball, or should every available dollar continue to prioritize football? Share your answer in the comments.

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0:00 Intro

1:10 Pat Kraft vs. Penn State Basketball

5:13 Why Did Kayden and Dylan Mingo Leave?

8:00 Should Football Money Fund Penn State Basketball?

11:50 Why Penn State Basketball Faces a Bigger Challenge

15:13 Fans, Donors and the Return-on-Investment Problem

17:31 Scott Paterno Weighs In on Penn State Funding

18:07 Could Kraft’s Comments Push Mike Rhoades Away?

20:27 Jersey Patches and Penn State’s Revenue Options

23:09 Why VCU and St. John’s Can Spend Differently

25:19 Beaver Stadium as a Revenue Generator

26:30 Ohio State and Notre Dame Land Massive Patch Deals

28:44 Do Jersey Sponsors Actually Get Their Money Back?

31:13 What Penn State Will Likely Do Next

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Top Penn State takeaways from Big Ten Football Media Days

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:30:00 GMT

What Matt Campbell Revealed About Penn State’s New Direction 👀 — Big Ten Media Days Reaction!

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Matt Campbell used his first Big Ten Media Days appearance as Penn State’s head coach to establish what the next era of Nittany Lions football will represent. Zach Seyko explains why Campbell’s message about culture, character, responsibility, education and Success with Honor has already created confidence in the direction of the program.

The discussion covers how Campbell’s approach differs from the pressure and expectations surrounding the end of James Franklin’s tenure, why Penn State needs an identity adjustment rather than a complete overhaul, and what Campbell’s comments suggest about his long-term plans in Happy Valley.

The episode also breaks down Penn State’s new defensive direction under D’Anton Lynn. Campbell confirmed that the defense will begin with a four-down front while remaining multiple, and Zach explains why a 4-2-5 could fit a secondary featuring Marcus Neal Jr., Jeremiah Cooper, Zion Tracy, Audavion Collins, Daryus Dixson, Jahmir Joseph and Vaboue Toure.

What stood out most to you from Matt Campbell’s first Big Ten Media Days appearance? Let us know whether you are buying into the new direction and which defensive formation you expect Penn State to use most often.

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0:00 Intro
1:33 Campbell Chooses Culture Over Year-One Hype
3:14 Rebuilding Penn State’s Foundation After Franklin
5:44 Why Campbell Is Playing the Long Game
7:18 Penn State’s New Defensive Identity
10:28 Why D’Anton Lynn Was Campbell’s Top Choice
12:45 Lynn’s UCLA and USC Defensive Turnarounds
14:00 Penn State Leaves the 3-3-5 Behind
15:42 Why a 4-2-5 Fits Penn State’s Personnel
17:15 Penn State’s Secondary Can Drive the Defense
18:13 Final Matt Campbell Takeaways

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Penn State Camp Battle Preview: Center takes center stage | Big Ten Media Days

Blue White Illustrated — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:05:27 GMT

The Penn State football team is now one week away from the start of its 2026 campaign, with training camp getting underway next Wednesday. Today on the BWI Live show, we’ll preview three of the top battles going on next month. Today is also the kickoff of Big Ten Media Days in Chicago. We’ll preview what’s going on with the conference, and Penn State’s contingent today. Finally, we’ll get to your questions and comments in the BWI Mailbag to end the show!

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00:00:10 - Intro: Greg Pickel Makes It to Chicago Despite Flight Chaos

00:03:57 - Big Ten Media Days Preview: What to Expect From Campbell & Kraft

00:09:23 - Fitz Reacts to the Derek Hoodjer Interview

00:11:33 - Hoodjer on Penn State's Evaluation Model & Schools Stealing Recruits

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00:38:58 - Camp Battle #1: Center — Riker vs. Rulli

00:45:12 - Camp Battle #2: Tight End Depth & Usage Questions

00:50:38 - Camp Battle #3: Wide Receiver Three — Kobe Howard & the Competition

00:56:13 - Mailbag: Does Peer Recruiting Still Matter in the NIL Era?

00:57:53 - Mailbag: Pat Kraft's Promises — Will Penn State Deliver?

01:03:53 - Mailbag: Biggest Scheme/Position Question Heading Into 2026

01:05:52 - Ohio State's Uniform Patch & What It Means for College Football

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Oklahoma State BELIEVES It Can Beat Penn State Wrestling THIS Season?!

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State wrestling remains the team to beat—but David Taylor and Oklahoma State believe they have built a lineup capable of challenging Cael Sanderson’s dynasty during the 2026–27 season.

Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions joins Cody Stovall of Locked On Oklahoma State to project both lineups from 125 pounds through heavyweight. They break down Oklahoma State’s additions of Bennett Berge and Lorenzo Norman, Penn State’s major decisions involving Marcus Blaze, Masanosuke Ono, Nate Desmond, Jayden James, PJ Duke and Mitchell Mesenbrink, and the matchups that could shape the 2027 NCAA wrestling championship race.

Could Luke Lilledahl and Troy Spratley meet again at 125? Who would Oklahoma State rather face between Ono and Blaze at 133? Is Sergio Vega a difficult matchup for Shayne Van Ness? Can Landon Robideau beat Jayden James? What happens if PJ Duke moves to 174? And can Cody Merrill close the gap on Josh Barr?

Penn State scored a record 181.5 points while winning the 2026 NCAA championship, with Oklahoma State finishing second at 131. The Cowboys return three young NCAA champions and have aggressively added to their roster. Penn State still possesses elite champions and exceptional depth—but the projected lineup contains several major decisions.

Let us know in the comments:

Which weight gives Oklahoma State its best chance to flip the team title race—and which projected matchup are you most confident Penn State would win?

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00:00 Intro

01:17 Why the Cowboys believe they can win now

04:15 Cael Sanderson’s experience vs. David Taylor’s momentum

07:34 Projecting the 2027 lineups

09:24 Oklahoma State’s projected lineup from 125 to heavyweight

12:58 Penn State’s biggest lineup decisions

17:24 Depth, injuries and transfer-portal risk

22:28 Penn State vs. Oklahoma State at every weight

25:26 Luke Lilledahl, Troy Spratley and the 133-pound showdown

28:33 Marcus Blaze, Sergio Vega and Shayne Van Ness

30:42 Jayden James, Robideau, Mesenbrink and PJ Duke

34:18 Rocco Welsh, Josh Barr and the upper weights

37:11 Mirasola vs. Dreshaun Ross at heavyweight

38:41 Final thoughts on the 2027 title race

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2026 Penn State Linebackers Preview

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Penn State Wrestling's Next Recruiting Priority? — Meet Mario Hutcherson, Elite 2028 Prospect!

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Penn State wrestling fans, meet Mario Hutcherson—one of the country’s top prospects in the Class of 2028 and the reigning PIAA Class 3A champion at 189 pounds.

In this exclusive Locked On Nittany Lions interview, Hutcherson explains why Penn State wrestling has always caught his attention, what he admires about the program’s development system, and why Mitchell Mesenbrink’s relentless attacking style has influenced his own approach.

Mario also discusses training around the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club, his relationships with Penn State recruits Landon Sidun and Elijah Brown, and what will eventually matter most when his formal recruiting process begins.

But wrestling and recruiting are only part of Mario’s story.

He and his family operate a snake-breeding business, and Mario explains why a snake’s patience, explosiveness and ability to attack reminds him of his own mentality on the mat. He also takes us through his rise from a sixth-place state finish as a freshman to winning a Pennsylvania championship as a sophomore, his upperweight athleticism, freestyle goals, interest in MMA and his desire to become a wrestler people genuinely want to watch.

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00:00 Meet elite 2028 prospect Mario Hutcherson

02:25 Why Penn State wrestling interests Mario

03:23 How Penn State develops different wrestling styles

04:10 Mitchell Mesenbrink’s influence

05:02 Other programs and Mario’s recruiting outlook

05:59 Finding the right fit and coaching relationships

06:31 Landon Sidun and Mario’s Penn State connections

08:13 Academics, business and life after wrestling

10:25 Mario’s wrestling identity and snake business

12:13 How a snake’s mentality relates to wrestling

13:06 From sixth place to PIAA state champion

18:47 Controlling emotion and maintaining a high motor

19:06 Mario’s upperweight scrambling and athleticism

20:18 Freestyle development and international competition

20:56 World wrestling, MMA and long-term goals

21:34 Representing Western Pennsylvania

24:06 What Mario must improve next

24:49 “I want to put on a show”

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Penn State AD Pat Kraft on Beaver Stadium, the coaching search, Matt Campbell and much more

Audioboom — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 13:33:44 GMT

Jon Sauber and Audrey Snyder are joined by Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft to discuss a wide range of topics, including the coaching search, Matt Campbell, Beaver Stadium, and much, much more.

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Early preview for Penn State football's season opener

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:30:00 GMT