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Michigan must prepare for life without Jim Harbaugh for part of this upcoming college football season. According to multiple reports, including Ross Dellenger of Yahoosports, Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh is working toward a “negotiated resolution that is expected to see him suspended four games this season in penalties from alleged false statements [Harbaugh] […]
Micah Parsons, fresh off his 97 ranking in Madden, is used to receiving his fair share of accolades. But, is Parsons the best edge rusher in the game? NFL Insider Matt Lombardo thinks so. The amount of talent at the EDGE position is outrageous. Here are my top-5 pass rushers for the 2023 #NFL season […]
Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants have struck a deal. After the star running back threatened to hold out when the two sides failed to reach an agreement on a long-term contract prior to the deadline for franchise tagged players to, Barkley returns to New York on a one-year contract. Barkley‘s new deal is […]
Penn State football is set to enter fall camp with arguably the most talented roster in the James Franklin era. While many starters are entrenched from last season, there are a few remaining battles that will play out for the Nittany Lions during fall camp. Here are the 5 players with the most to gain […]
The Penn State Football annual WhiteOut has become one of the biggest spectacles in sports. ESPN College Football analyst Kirk Herbstreit has called it the best atmosphere in college football. For years, other teams have been trying and failing to copy Penn State with knockoff color-out imitations. In 2023, the Nittany Lions will see at […]
Discover the NFL draft success of Penn State Football under head coach James Franklin. Find out how he has transformed the program and developed top talent.
Penn State Football added a key piece to its 2024 recruiting class on Friday morning with the addition of 4-star defensive tackle Liam Andrews. The 6-foot-5, 260-pound defensive tackle picked the Nittany Lions over Wisconsin and South Carolina. He is the 23rd commit in the 2024 class. This is a major get for first-year defensive […]
As the 2023 NFL season approaches, all eyes are on Saquon Barkley, the electrifying running back for the New York Giants. Despite being embroiled in a contract dispute with the team, Barkley‘s exceptional skills and outstanding performance have earned him the coveted title of the top running back for the upcoming season. Heavy Sports’ Senior […]
Penn State football is gearing up for an exciting season as they set their sights on the national championship. However, not everyone believes the Nittany Lions are top contenders. With +2500 odds, according to MGM Bet, the Nittany Lions are a dark horse contender. Based on MGMBet, Penn State is 10th in the nation and […]
Penn State Football has gone a bit quiet on the recruiting trail, but that shouldn’t be the case much longer. The Nittany Lions are in the thick of it for two elite defensive tackles, and both will be making their decision this weekend. The first is high 4-star Liam Andrews, who will announce on Friday. […]
A pair of Penn State Football star defenders are garnering serious preseason recognition. In a nod to their exceptional performances on the field, Nittany Lions cornerback Kalen King and defensive end Chop Robinson have been named to Pro Football Focus’ 2023 pre-season All Big Ten Team. PFF’s Preseason All Big Ten Team: Defense🔥 pic.twitter.com/MjHGXTLyrc — […]
In recent years, Penn State Football, and head coach James Franklin, have struck gold in the transfer portal. Whether it’s bolstering the pass-rush with eventual NFL Draft pick Arnold Ebiketie, heralded edge rusher Chop Robinson, or shored up the offensive line by adding Hunter Nourzad, the Nittany Lions have found top talent in the portal. […]
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 […]
Penn State Football enters 2023 with a deep linebacker corps, headlined by 2022 freshman all-American Abdul Carter and former five-star, senior Curtis Jacobs. However, even while returning 3 starters at linebacker, 247sports has named Penn State freshman linebacker Tony Rojas as a “true freshman to watch” for 2023. Rojas, a four-star prospect out of Fairfax, […]
Penn State Football already has 22 commits in its 2024 recruiting class, but the Nittany Lions aren’t done landing top talent just yet. Defensive tackle is a position that could use an improvement when it comes to recruiting. First year defensive line coach Deion Barnes may be on his way to doing just that though. […]
With the 2023 college football season just around the corner, all eyes will be on Penn State Football quarterback Drew Allar. The last quarterback to have this kind of hype heading into their first year under center was Christian Hackenberg. Allar must lead the Lions to their first appearance in the College Football Playoff to […]
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 […]
It’s a beautiful 75 degrees under the bright lights of Beaver Stadium. The “We Are” chants are roaring, and the fans are waiting for Penn State Football to enter the field for the first time all season. We’re less than 50 days away from the Nittany Lions kicking off the 2023 college football season, and […]
Penn State Football is always in the national spotlight. That won’t be any different this year as James Franklin’s team will face the best of the best as always is the case in the Big Ten. Penn State has known its schedule for a long time now, and they will face a bevy of top […]
Penn State Football is again going to be vying for a Big Ten Championship and their first ever College Football Playoff appearance in 2023. Competition will be fierce throughout training camp and there are several intriguing storylines to follow. Both sides of the ball are going to need to be at their best to knock […]
