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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.

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What’s Next for Penn State Football Recruiting at Linebacker After Torrid Stretch

Penn State Football Recruiting picked up another significant commit on Wednesday with 4-star linebacker Dayshaun Burnett joining the class. Burnett is the tenth member of the 2025 class, but he is also the third linebacker commit, which is a notable fact. After taking just two linebackers in the 2024 class, there is some flexibility for […]

Penn State Football: Ranking Top-5 Newcomers Most Likely to Make Immediate Impact in 2024

Penn State Football returns plenty of talent from its 2023 roster that won 10 games heading into 2024, including its starting quarterback, two starting running backs, and one of the top tight ends in the country. However, after a wave of NFL draft departures at key positions, Penn State will look to a few incoming […]

James Franklin Listed as Potential Nick Saban Replacement at Alabama

In a very shocking twist to the offseason, ESPN announced the retirement of Alabama head coach Nick Saban Wednesday afternoon. After winning six national championships with the Crimson Tide, Saban’s shoes will be tough for Alabama to fill, however, the job will be a popular destination for head coaches around the country. ESPN’s Pete Thamel […]

Penn State Football: Breaking Down Nittany Lions’ Transfer Portal Wish List

With wide receiver Julian Fleming and kicker Chase Meyer officially on board out of the transfer portal for Penn State Football in 2024, the Nittany Lions are off to a good start to a pivotal transfer portal class, filling two key holes on the roster. If Penn State wants to compete in the new Big […]

Charlie Weis Rips Penn State Football Coach James Franklin

Penn State Football head coach James Franklin took some heat from an unexpected source, following the Nittany Lions‘ disappointing loss to Ole Miss in the Peach Bowl. Shortly after Penn State‘s 38-25 drubbing, former Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis — Who is the father of Ole Miss Offensive Coordinator Charlie Weis Jr, took to […]

Ex-Penn State Football TE: Tom Allen Hire a ‘Home Run’

Former Penn State Football and UMass tight end Adam Breneman has taken to the media life post football, becoming a college football analyst for CBS Sports, the Big Ten Network, and ESPN and hosting his own college football podcast Next Up With Adam. The former three-time All-American tight end did not mince words when talking […]

Could Tom Allen Hire Cost Penn State Football Rising Star Assistant Coach?

With Tom Allen’s hiring as Penn State’s defensive coordinator officially announced, Penn State Football again has a full staff for next season, at the moment. However, although Allen brings a wealth of experience with him to Penn State Football, will the hiring cost the Nittany Lions another star assistant coach? Officially official. ✔️ Welcome to […]

Penn State Football: What to Expect From Tom Allen’s Defense

Penn State Football is expected to hire former Indiana head coach Tom Allen as its defensive coordinator. Allen was fired in late November and will get paid a $15.5 million buyout. No stranger to the Big Ten, Allen spent seven full seasons coaching the Hoosiers, accumulating a record of 33-49. His extensive experience, including leading […]

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