NittanyCentral delivers expert analysis from veteran reporters and timely updates on Penn State sports, with in-depth coverage of Nittany Lions Football, Wrestling, Basketball, and more.
NittanyCentral delivers expert analysis from veteran reporters and timely updates on Penn State sports, with in-depth coverage of Nittany Lions Football, Wrestling, Basketball, and more.
The New York Giants were down 20-0 at halftime and were outscored 60-0 through the first six quarters of the season. That’s when Saquon Barkley put the Giants on his back, against the Arizona Cardinals. New York scored four touchdowns in the second half and a field goal to pull out a 31-28 win over […]
No. 7 Penn State Football travels to Illinois to take on the Fighting Illini to open Big Ten Conference play in Week 3. Illinois had a strong defense last season, but so far, that is not the case in 2023. The Illinis ranked 125 in defense after two games this season. However, Penn State must […]
No. 7 Penn State Football did what they were supposed to do against the Delaware Fightin’ Blue Hens. The Nittany Lions handled their business and won 63-7 in front of another sellout Beaver Stadium crowd; Delaware never stood a chance. 3 takeaways from Penn State Football blowing out Delaware Running Game Thrived The Nittany Lions […]
Penn State Football started the season with a 38-15 win over the West Virginia Mountaineers Saturday night in front of a raucous Beaver Stadium crowd. The Nittany Lions rushed for 146 yards, with Nick Singleton leading the way with 70 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown. Kaytron Allen pitched in with 51 yards on […]
Penn State Football begins its quest for a national championship Saturday night under the lights inside Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions have a good roster, and should be in title contention all season. Led by former five-star quarterback Drew Allar, head coach James Franklin‘s team opens the season at home against the West Virginia Mountaineers. […]
The College football season is approaching quickly, and it’s time to get excited. No. 7 Penn State Football should have a good season with all their talent on the roster. Opening the season inside the top-10 of the AP Preseason poll is a testament to the level of talent on a loaded Penn State roster. […]
Penn State Football kicks off the 2023 season against West Virginia in a matter of weeks, and the Nittany Lions could see key contributions from some major additions made over the offseason through the transfer portal. As the season nears, ESPN ranked their top-50 2023 college football newcomers: freshmen and transfers, with Penn State wide […]
The NFL preseason might seem meaningless to most fans, but to some players chosen late in the NFL Draft or who are on the fringes of roster, the exhibition games are some of the most important of their careers. As the preseason gets underway, FanBuzz.com NFL Insider Matt Lombardo named his 10 rookies to watch […]
ESPN writer Bill Connelly did an article on the 25 most important players in the 2023 College Football Playoff Race, and Penn State Football was well represented. Three Nittany Lions made the list: running back Nick Singleton, receiver Dante Cephas, and quarterback Drew Allar. How trio of Penn State Football stars factor into College Football […]
With preseason camp underway, the Penn State Football has a strong team; but head coach James Franklin and his staff have a few things they need to figure out before the season starts. The Nittany Lions have to figure out which wide receivers will get most of the playing time, and who will stand out […]
James Franklin is one of the better coaches in College Football. Before joining Penn State in 2014, Franklin spent time with Vanderbilt from 2011 to 2013. In three years at Vanderbilt, Franklin posted a 39-24 record, before joining the Nittany Lions. Franklin coached the Commodores to back-to-back winning seasons and three straight Bowl appearances, in […]
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. If Penn State Football is to make the College Football Playoff, the Nittany Lions will need several key players to step up. We all know Penn State has a strong defense and rushing attack, but they will […]
The 2023 College Football season is a little month away, and Penn State Football has a good team that should be able to compete for a College Football Playoff spot. Every season, teams have to worry about trap games on their schedule, the Nittany Lions have a few games that could sneak up and derail […]
Could this be the year Penn State Football breaks through and makes the College Football Playoff? Only time will tell, but the Nittany Lions have a roster talented enough, with experience and depth at key positions, to have a legitimate chance. Here’s a look at 5 keys to Penn State Football making the College Football […]
This year, Penn State Football boasts a deep roster, making for some fierce position battles. Even if certain players lose a battle, many positions will have quality backups. As is the case on every team, the Nittany Lions have some positions that are deeper than others. But, head coach James Franklin has built a fiercely […]
With Joey Porter Jr. moved on to the NFL, we all know Kalen King will step in and be the No.1 cornerback for Penn State Football. The question is, who will the other cornerbacks step up? King is an outstanding corner, and teams will likely try to avoid him. He had a 44.7 completion rate […]
As the 2023 NFL season approaches, all eyes are on the rising stars who have the potential to make a significant impact on the field. Among those primed for a breakout sophomore campaign is former Penn State standout Jahan Dotson. Dotson‘s impressive rookie season and the favorable circumstances he finds himself in make him an […]
This year Penn State Football will be without receiver Parker Washington; he led the Nittany Lions in receiving yards with 611, last season. Penn State will also be without Mitchell Tinsley. Last season, Tinsley led the Nittany Lions in catches, with 51, and touchdown receptions, with five. Losing your top two receivers could be a […]
Penn State Football lost cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the NFL, but junior Kalen King will be back and ready to dominate. Last year, King had a strong season which earned him Third-Team All-American honors from Pro Football Focus. Also, King made the AP All-Big Ten Second-Team. The Nittany Lions‘ defense finished among the top […]
Penn State Football boasts one of the most prolific backfields in the nation. Last Season, Penn State Football finished fourth in the Big Ten in rushing yards, averaging 181.1 yards per game. Freshman Nick Singleton led the Nittany Lions in rushing with 1,061 yards and 12 touchdowns. << BUY PENN STATE TICKETS >> Singleton‘s 1,000-yard […]
