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Who Wears the Green Dot? Penn State's New Defense Is Taking Shape | BWI Live

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:46:17 +0000

Penn State's spring practice is rolling and the defense is taking shape faster than expected. Thomas Frank Carr and the BWI crew break down what Matt Campbell said about the defensive install, who will wear the green dot in D'Anton Lynn's defense, the latest on Khalil Taylor's recruiting, and where ESPN ranked Penn State in its latest top 25.

In this video:

Matt Campbell on defensive install progress — where the team is and what it means

Who wears the green dot in D'Anton Lynn's defense — and why the whole conversation may be misleading

The latest recruiting visits and offers this week

Khalil Taylor recruitment update — what's happening this week

ESPN's latest top 25 — where Penn State landed and what to make of it this early

What we learned from the media's fourth spring practice visit

Live chat mailbag — your questions answered

00:00 Show intro

02:27 Recruiting news update

09:17 Way too early ESPN Top 25

13:45 Breaking News: Mason Robinson out for the season

18:46 Does live practice make a team more resilient to injuries?

24:29 Ad Break

28:09 Defenisve green dot: Who wears the communication helmet?

40:00 Penn State is keeping the defense simple this spring

44:51 What is Penn State's base defense this year?

51:30 What is "production" for a defensive tackle?

54:26 Best Bets

57:48 Final Thoughts: Spring game and J'ven Williams miss in recruiting

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Who’s Standing Out at Penn State Camp?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:44:49 +0000

Penn State football is in the final stretch of spring practice after Tuesday morning’s workout, with just four practices left. Head coach Matt Campbell met with the media shortly after the conclusion of today’s practice, and we’re talking about that and more today on the BWI Live Show. We’ll go “Between the Lines” of Campbell and defensive coordiantor D’Anton Lynn’s comments to the media, plus we’ll discuss which players at standing out so far through camp.

We’ll also take your questions and comments throughout the show to discuss what’s on your mind as spring football heads towards the Blue-White Game. Join us at 2 pm on YouTube to be part of the action! Of course, the best way to be part of the action is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you’ll receive alerts when we go live, post breaking news, commitment videos, and more!

Penn State camp progress update

We’ll start today’s show by discussing the latest news from Penn State’s media availability this morning. Campbell spoke for roughly ten minutes, and we’ll cover the most important replies he gave the media, plus we’ll play them for you on the show!

Today, we’ll discuss the Penn State defensive line. Many fans are suspicious of the group that the coaching staff assembled in the offseason to play up front for Campbell and Lynn. We’ll discuss what the two men said about this group and what we learned through that dialogue about how they’re progressing through camp. Should fans feel good about the group up front? We’ll discuss.

Next, we’ll discuss Rocco Becht’s health update. So far through camp it’s been good news for the starting quarterback. Campbell spoke about how much they’ve been able to do with the senior passer so far. Plus, we’ll discuss the running back battle and how it’s shaping up this spring. Of course, we’ll have a special guest appearance from Lynn to discuss his comments about the defense so far through spring practice.

Which Penn State players are standing out through camp

Next, we’ll discuss the players who have made noise so far through camp. We’ll be going over the players we’ve noticed and the players that we’ve heard the Penn State coaching staff speak the most about so far this spring. We’ll give names on both the offense and defense that we’ve been talking about for the last few weeks.

00:00 Show Intro

01:49 Facial Hair Breakdown

03:18 Between The Lines

04:51 Rocco Becht recovery timeline

13:33 Running back competition

19:39 Carson Hansen breakdown

22:25 Which other running back can be the explosive answer?

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29:27 Running back conversation pt 2.

31:24 Running backs in the passing game

34:03 Penn State defensive line standing out in spring

43:38 Defensive ends so far in camp

52:31 Penn State spring Camp Standouts

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Hodge Trophy, Transfer Portal & What Penn State Wrestling's 2027 Lineup Looks Like

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:18:55 +0000

Mitchell Mesenbrink wins the Hodge Trophy — and Penn State wrestling keeps adding to its already historic season. Greg Pickel and Thomas Frank Carr break down Mesenbrink's award, the surprising transfer portal situation with no Penn State wrestlers entering yet, Levi Haines heading to Final X, and what the 2026-27 lineup could look like.

In this video:

Mitchell Mesenbrink wins the Hodge Trophy — how dominant was his season?

Why Josh Barr's season deserves more Hodge Trophy recognition

No Penn State wrestlers in the transfer portal — why that's surprising and what it means

Levi Haines declares for 79kg at Final X — is he the favorite?

Kyle Snyder, Real Woods and other Penn State club wrestlers at the US Open

Where Marcus Blaze, PJ Duke and Tyler Kazak go in the US Open — what it signals

The 2026-27 lineup preview — 133, 141 and 157 are the fascinating questions

Will Henkel as Levi Haines' replacement at 174?

0:00 Intro — Penn State Wrestling Off-Season Update

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2:05 Levi Haines Declares for Final X at 79kg

3:00 Final X Schedule and the Path to the World Team

5:07 Who Else From Penn State Is Entering the US Open?

8:01 Transfer Portal Update — Why No Penn State Wrestlers Have Left

11:27 What Schools Will Be Doing at the US Open in Las Vegas

12:01 Mitchell Mesenbrink Wins the Hodge Trophy

14:29 2026-27 Lineup Preview — What's Locked In

17:13 Closing — Never Rebuild, Always Reload

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Penn State Practice Takeaways Rocco Becht Returns + What We Saw Up Close

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 20:12:21 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team opened the doors of the Lasch football facility to the media on Thursday for the second time this spring. Join the BWI Live Show today at 2 pm as we discuss what we saw and heard during the practice. Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer join the show to discuss what they saw from the team and what progress they observed from our first interaction two weeks ago. We’ll also go Between the Lines about what head coach Matt Campbell said during his post-practice press conference, plus we’ll be taking your questions and thoughts throughout the show!

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Penn State practice reactions

We’ll start today’s show by discussing what we saw of the Penn State offense and defense during practice this morning. BWI was out on the football field with the offense and defense and had reactions and thoughts about what we saw.

The biggest news of the day was that starting quarterback Rocco Becht and receivers Brett Eskildsen and Chase Sowell were practicing with the offense during install periods today. We’ll discuss what we saw and how they looked during their reps.

Next, we’ll pivot to discussing what we saw and heard after practice, starting with Campbell. Then, we’ll pivot to discussing what we heard from the other players and coaches we spoke with after practice. Offensive coordiantor Taylor Mouser and the tight ends, along with special teams coordinator Justin Lustig and the specialists, were available for the media to speak with. Join the show to hear what we learned from those players and coaches, and then check out Campbell’s full press conference on the BWI YouTube channel after the show.

Recruiting update

Finally, Fitz will briefly discuss the latest news from the recruiting front. Penn State hosted some important prospects this week, including one of its top quarterback targets, Peter Bourque. He’ll give his thoughts on the recruiting situation, plus give a preview of what fans need to know next. The recruiting staff had a hot streak going last week with five commits joining the program in five days. Will they pick up the action again this weekend?

0:00 Intro — Open Practice No. 2 Recap

1:00 Overall Practice Assessment — What We Saw and Didn't See

9:12 Defensive Observations — D-Line Depth and Edge Rotation

10:50 Alexander McPherson and the Pass Rush Competition

11:40 Nickel Competition — Joseph, Dixon and Xavier Thomas

22:34 Sponsor — Antifragile Brewing

24:38 Between the Lines — Matt Campbell's Midpoint Press Conference

31:53 Brock Riker and the center battle

35:08 Chase Sowell and Brett Eskildsen Ahead of Schedule

36:35 Injured Players Returning — Managing the Second Half of Spring

38:46 Campbell on Malachi Goodman and the tackles

44:08 Deep Threat Receivers — The Plan vs. Last Year

49:19 Cooper Alexander Post-Practice — Tight End Room Outlook

49:53 Case Alexander's Visit — Number One LB Target Was on Campus

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52:07 QB Mini Board — Mencl, Bourque and the Dominos Falling

1:02:46 Weekend Visit Preview — Telfair, Jenkins and Linebacker Targets

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Penn State’s Biggest Spring Camp Mysteries | Who Haven’t We Seen Yet?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 19:35:54 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is now in the second half of spring practice. The team will open up camp to the media tomorrow for the second time this year as part of this second-half push. Today, we’re discussing the players we have yet to learn about this spring and what we want to learn about them. We’ll go position by position to discuss the underrated or untalked-about names so far in camp. Join us as we discuss that, plus the latest recruiting news and information that has come from the Penn State football team in recent days. We’ll discuss some of the players visiting today and this week, plus give more context about the recruits we’ve scouted so far.

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Penn State football recruiting and transfer portal news

The biggest news out of Penn State sports this week is that men’s basketball standout Kayden Mingo has entered the NCAA Transfer portal. We’ll discuss the impact of this move on the program and the hard reset that the team is experiencing this offseason after a disastrous year in 2025-2026.

There’s also been plenty of good news for Penn State with football recruiting heating up over the last few days. Both Rivals national reporters and our own Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz have had multiple stories on the site about the reaction to players visiting the program this past week. We’ll highlight the biggest news items, including quarterback Peter Bourque’s visit today.

Players we want to learn more about

We’ve had a handful of interactions with the Penn State players and staff in the first weeks of spring practice. However, we’ll get our next biggest chance to learn about the program on Thursday when we visit the team for open practice. Today, we’re discussing which players we haven’t learned as much about so far that we’ll be looking for this week.

We’ll also preview the people we’re getting to speak with tomorrow after practice and what we want to learn.

Recruiting impressions from recent visits

Finally, we’ll discuss what we’ve learned about specific players who have visited Penn State as recruits in recent days. Specifically, we’ll discuss Bourque’s skills under center, Landon Blum’s abilities, and some other players who have visited or will visit in the coming days.

0:00 Intro — Spring Camp Second Half Begins

0:29 Peter Bourque Visiting Today — QB Recruiting Update

9:36 Penn State Basketball — Kayden Mingo Enters Transfer Portal

14:54 The Spring Camp Mysteries Segment — Who Haven't We Seen?

16:06 QB Mystery — Casey Evans and Peyton Falzone

18:38 Running Back Mystery — James Peoples

20:51 Receiver Mystery — Karon Brookins

24:28 Receiver Mystery — Keith Jones Jr., Grambling Transfer

25:43 Tight End Mystery — Cooper Alexander and Brian Kortovich

31:31 Offensive Line Mystery — Malachi Goodman

33:56 Interior O-Line Depth

40:05 D-Line Mystery — Yvan Kemajou and Ike Ezeogu

43:14 Defensive Tackle Mystery — Alijah Carnell

44:25 Linebacker Mystery — Cam Smith and Cael Brezina

46:41 Corner Mystery — Jahmir Joseph

47:43 Safety Picture — Jamison Patton, Zion Tracy and Jeremiah Cooper

50:53 Penn State recruiting film recap, Bourque, Blake Betton, Landon Blum and Jonathan Galette

59:21 Best Bets — Masters Week on BetMGM

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These Penn State Players Are Getting a Shot This Spring — Will It Last?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 20:22:35 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is now halfway through spring football. The team is now transitioning to the second half of its first set of practices under new head coach Matt Campbell, and we’re discussing that on today’s show. So far, we’ve discussed plenty of young players through the first half of camp. From young wide receivers stepping in for injured players, to the team’s third-string quarterback, there are names you are hearing now who may disappear over time as players become healthy. But which ones have a chance to stick in the lineup thanks to this work? We’re discussing that, plus the latest recruiting news, and a special preview of film breakdown on today’s show.

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Penn State is halfway through spring football

We’ll start the show by discussing the halfway point of spring football for Penn State and previewing what we expect to see this week from open practice on Thursday morning. The team will host the media for a full open practice, and we’ll be there to take it in.

Next, we’ll transition into today’s main topic. Penn State’s offense has a good number of players who we expect to start this fall, yet are injured during the spring. We’ll discuss the players who are having a big impact on camp so far and have a chance to transition that into a role with the team this fall. We’ll also sort through the names that may fade into the background once the team fully comes together and players return from rehab.

We’ll discuss the situation at quarterback and receiver, where the team has been hit the hardest. We’ll discuss key players at tight end and the battle for playing time at tackle before switching to the defensive side of the ball.

Finally, we’ll close up our discussion about the team by giving you a preview of our latest film breakdown at Blue White Illustrated. We dove into the film to discuss why Campbell gave defensive back Zion Tracy so much praise during his opening press conference this spring.

Weekend recruiting update

Finally, we’ll close out the show by discussing the latest news on the recruiting front, which dominated the conversation this weekend. Penn State got two more commitments on Saturday. Are they poised to get more this week? We’re discussing the reaction to Penn State’s biggest recruiting weekend of the spring and what fans should know about the team’s push to catch up in the Class of 2027.

0:00 Intro — Opportunity Is Now Here for Depth Players

1:49 The Spring Quarterback Picture — Who's Getting Reps?

9:52 Fact or Fiction WR: Karon Brookins, Zay Robinson, and Koby Howard

17:25 Fact or Fiction TE: Cooper Alexander and the Tight End Competition

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23:22 Fact or Fiction RB: Quinton Martin and the Running Back Competition

27:13 Fact or Fiction OL

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39:07 Fact or Fiction: D-Line Rotation

45:31 Fact or Fiction: LB

49:32 Fact or Fiction CB

53:27 Fact or Fiction: Safety Room — Jamison Payton, Jeremiah Cooper and the Flux

55:41 Film Breakdown — Zion Tracy Making Plays on the Ball

1:01:21 Recruiting Update — Landon Blum, Blattner Measurements and What's Next

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COMMITTED: Ka'Ron Ceaser Commits to Penn State — Three CBs in One Week

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 7 Apr 2026 12:42:14 +0000

Penn State has done it again. Ka'Ron Ceaser of Winslow Township, New Jersey has committed to the Nittany Lions, giving Penn State three cornerback commits in the span of one week. Thomas Frank Carr and Ryan Snyder break down Caesar's background, his connection to Penn State letterman Bill Belton, his film, and what this corner class is starting to look like.

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How Ceaser fits alongside Robinson and Gleason in the 2027 CB room

Terry Smith's recruiting hot streak — why his stock has never been higher

Why Penn State fans haven't heard much about Ceaser until now

Film breakdown — zone corner with high football IQ and strong ball production

The Ka'ron Ceaser and Zachary Gleason comparison

What camp season will reveal about Caesar's testing numbers

Is Keyshawn Telfair the next commit?

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COMMITTED: Carter Blattner | Penn State Keeps Getting Bigger Up Front

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 6 Apr 2026 18:44:40 +0000

Penn State football keeps rolling. Carter Blattner of Allendale, New Jersey has committed to the Nittany Lions, giving Penn State five commits in one week. The 6'5", 260-pound defensive lineman is the first non-corner addition to the 2027 class, and Thomas Frank Carr and Sean Fitz break down his film, his position projection, and what he brings to a defensive line that is getting noticeably bigger.

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Who is Carter Blattner? 6'5" defensive lineman from Northern Highlands, New Jersey

Defensive end or defensive tackle? The position projection debate

The J.J. Watt conundrum — what it means for big defensive linemen

Film breakdown — edge rushing ability, athleticism and pass rush moves

The Garrett Witherington comparison

Why Penn State is prioritizing big bodies on the defensive line

What's coming next — Kei'Shjuan Telfair, Khalil Taylor and more visits ahead

0:00 Intro — Five Penn State Commits in One Week

0:34 Who Is Carter Blattner? Profile and Rankings

1:54 Defensive End or Defensive Tackle? The Position Question

4:19 The Liam Andrews Comparison

4:53 Reading His Athleticism Through the Offensive Highlights

5:40 Comps at the Penn State Level — Garrett Witherington

6:52 Rankings and Where He Sits Nationally

7:43 Subscribe — Commits Are Coming Fast

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12:22 Pass Rush Ability — Five Technique to Edge Rusher

13:12 The J.J. Watt Conundrum — Big D-Linemen and Projection

14:36 The Rob Windsor Story — A Penn State Cautionary Tale

15:25 Penn State Getting Bigger Across the Roster

16:22 High Floor Prospect — Why the Hit Rate Is Higher With Big Bodies

17:34 What's Coming Next — Telfair, Khalil Taylor and More Visits

19:06 Closing — Subscribe for the Next Commit Video

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Penn State Recruiting is on a HOT STREAK and Why It Isn't Done Yet

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 20:04:16 +0000

Penn State spring football is in full bloom, and thanks to that, recruiting is heating up. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we’ll discuss the team’s recent surge of commitments led by cornerbacks coach Terry Smith. We’ll also discuss a five-star visit on campus today, and which players stand out in the last week who’ve visited the Nittany Lions. Finally, we’ll look ahead to the weekend for some impressive and important recruits making their way to Happy Valley.

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Terry Smith kicks of Penn State recruiting Run

Of course, it would be Smith who kicked off Penn State’s recruiting in 2027. The team’s former interim head coach kept his own momentum going as a recruiter, signing three cornerbacks to the roster for this coming recruiting cycle this week. We’ve discussed each of the commits on their own, but today, we’ll discuss Semajay Robinson, Zachary Gleason, and Ka’ron Cesaser as a group.

Is there more in store for Smith? We’ll discuss whether or not he’s done adding players to the upcoming class.

Next, we’ll pivot into discussing a high-profile player who is on campus today. Five-star quarterback Will Mencl is visiting the Penn State program and is one of the team’s top targets for this cycle. We’ll discuss the team’s chances of landing the Arizona native and how the team got him to Pennsylvania in the first place.

Other visits in the last week

Next, we’ll discuss the other relevant visitors Penn State has hosted in the last week of camp. We’ll run down the names for 2027 and 2028 that stand out to recruiting reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz. Which players should fans keep an eye on going forward, and which players does the team have a shot at getting back for another visit? We’ll disuss.

Upcoming visits and RPM picks

Of course, Penn State isn’t close to done for the upcoming cycle. Fitz has a pick in for yet another Pittsburgh prospect. Finally, we’ll finish the show by discussing the players visiting over the weekend as the team gears up for another practice on Saturday.

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00:00 Show Intro

02:45 Terry Smith gets three commits in one week

06:40 Kei'Shjuan Telfair the next to commit?

11:02 Ad break

13:00 Sean Fitz joins the show and reacts to CB commits

16:34 Will Mencl visit and QB discussion

25:29 The quest for getting two QBs in the class

29:04 Recent spring practice visits

38:09 2028 prospects who have visited

40:19 Recapping what happened to top PA prospects in 2027

46:18 RPM Upcoming visits to know: RB Room focus

53:25 Upcoming defensive line visitors

59:02 Cooper Terwilliger -Penn State's top TE target

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What Rocco Becht Said About His Recovery — Penn State Spring Practice Week 2

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 1 Apr 2026 16:22:50 +0000

The Penn State football team is now deep into spring practice with four sessions under its belt and two more to go this week. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’re recapping the rest of what we learned yesterday after speaking to players and coaches after practice on Tuesday. Join the show to get an update on the latest news and information, plus we’ll discuss what we’ve learned about the program through the first few days. Of course, we’ll also be taking your questions and thoughts throughout the show.

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Penn State news and notes

We’ll start today’s show with information that we didn’t gather post-practice, but rather what Penn State has put out on social media about what’s going on behind closed doors at the Lasch Football building. Head coach Matt Campbell has put an emphasis on connecting with the football lettermen of the past in the first few months as head coach of the Nittany Lions. Recently, the team had players speak to the current roster. We’ll discuss the benefits this can bring to the team and why it’s important for Campbell to make this a priority.

Next, we’ll discuss Bill Connelly’s S&P+ Rankings for the upcoming season. We’ll tell you where Penn State ranks on the list and what we find surprising about that ranking.

QB Rocco Becht speaks to the media

Next, we’ll dive into what we heard from Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht yesterday after practice. We’ll discuss what he said about his injury status and timeline, plus give you his take on Penn State’s quarterback lab after Penn State made information available to the public about the resources inside the Lasch Building. Finally, we’ll give you his scouting report on two of his receivers from the QB's perspective in Karon Brookins and Koby Howard.

Good Vibes

Finally, we’ll discuss the players, coaches, or position groups that are giving us Good Vibes in our latest show segment. We’ve had a chance to watch practice, and we’ve been able to speak with several position coaches and coordinators through the first two weeks of spring football. Who is giving us good vibes? We’ll discuss that on today’s show.

00:00 Show Intro

01:15 April Fools

03:18 S&P Plus Rankings

10:10 Should Penn State decide on a starting five O-linemen early?

12:45 Is the season over if Rocco Becht gets injured?

16:15 Rocco Becht post-practice interview

24:17 Becht's opinion on his receivers Karon Brookins and Kobe Howard

32:45 Impact of receivers on an offense that wants to feature tight ends

35:55 Taylor Mouser's aggressiveness as an offensive coordiantor

42:31 Good Vibes

55:33 Ad

57:51 Lettermen embraced by the program

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Penn State Spring Takeaways: QB Leadership, Recruiting & Surprises

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:50:23 +0000

The Penn State football team is now into its second week of spring practice. Earlier today, head coach Matt Campbell spoke to the media about how things have gone. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll discuss what he said and what we’ve learned in the first seven days of work for the Nittany Lions. We’ll also deliver a recruiting update for fans, and we’ll discuss the other news you need to know about the Nittany Lions during spring football.

Join BWI Live at 2 pm on YouTube to discuss the latest Penn State football news! We’ll discuss all of that, plus your comments and questions in the live chat! Join us for the hour-long show to have your thoughts heard by our hosts. With the changing dynamics around when Penn State practices, our times for the show are changing as well. This week we’ll be airing the Wednesday show at 10 a.m. and then Thursday at 2 pm.

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Penn State practice update

The bulk of today’s show will center around what we learned from players and coaches after practice on Tuesday morning. We’ll play you select clips from Campbell and quarterback Rocco Becht, who spoke to the media after practice this week. We’ll pull the most important news out of the scrum to discuss on today’s show.

Today, we’ll discuss Campbell’s comments about his recruiting approach and how he values the “Slow and Right” approach to getting players into the Class of 2027. We’ll also discuss what he means by slow and right when discussing spring camp and how the team is practicing to start things off.

Next, we’ll dive into other topics related to individual players. We’ll discuss his expectations for Rocco Becht as a senior and what sort of leadership and performance he wants from his starting quarterback this year. Finally, we’ll discuss the situation of two younger Penn State players on the roster, including LaVar Arrington II.

Fitz’s recruiting update

It’s also been a busy week for Penn State football recruiting. That’s why we’re bringing back Fitz’s recruiting update with recruiting reporter Sean Fitz. We’ll discuss the news from this week that’s important for Penn State fans who want to go deeper with recruiting information.

Be sure to tune in today at 2 pm for the BWI Live show on YouTube to learn about all of that and more!

This is a 70-minute show with a lot of ground covered. Here are the consolidated chapters focused on the big topics:

0:00 Intro — Busy Day for BWI: Commits, Press Conference & Spring Practice

0:58 Matt Campbell's Press Conference Reaction — First Impressions

5:03 Campbell's "Slow and Right" Philosophy — What It Really Means

10:17 Campbell on Recruiting — Slow and Right Applies There Too

14:34 Sponsor — Antifragile Brewing

16:10 How Campbell Is Building the 2027 Recruiting Class

18:07 Iowa State Connections vs. Penn State Region — Where the Board Stands

21:28 Why Early Commits Aren't Always the Goal — The Patience Argument

28:16 Which Iowa State Recruits Didn't Follow the Staff to Penn State?

30:46 Rocco Becht's Leadership Role While Injured

41:34 Rocco Building Credibility With a New Roster

46:38 Campbell on Quinton Martin — The "Wow Moments" Quote

59:27 Live Chat — NIL Landscape and Where Penn State Stands

1:01:01 Penn State's NIL Budget Reality vs. The Playoff Programs

1:05:18 Is It Legal to Promise Playing Time in Recruiting?

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COMMITTED: Zachary Gleason | Penn State's 2027 Class Is Building Fast

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:23:13 +0000

Penn State has its second cornerback commit in the 2027 class. Pittsburgh Central Catholic's Zachary Gleason has pledged to the Nittany Lions, giving Penn State back-to-back CB commits after Semajay Robinson committed days earlier. Thomas Frank Carr and Sean Fitz break down Gleason's film, his ranking situation, and why this is exactly the kind of corner Terry Smith covets.

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Why Penn State prioritized him coming out of his junior year

Film breakdown — what makes Gleason a four-star talent despite his current ranking

The Darius Dixon comparison — does it hold up?

How Gleason and Robinson complement each other as a CB duo

Why his ranking will rise and what the math says

Terry Smith's corner recruiting philosophy — and how Gleason fits it perfectly

What comes next — Keyshawn Telfair and more commits potentially on the way

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0:00 Penn State's Second 2027 Commit — Zachary Gleason

1:05 Who Is Zachary Gleason? Profile and Rankings

3:23 His Rankings Are Misleading — Here's Why He's a Four-Star

5:06 Regional Offer List — Virginia Tech, Pitt, West Virginia

5:44 The Corner Crunch — Why Penn State Went Back-to-Back at CB

7:17 Terry Smith's Track Record — Dixon, Joseph, Thomas

7:35 Sponsor — Freedom Financial Tax

10:36 Film Breakdown — What Thomas Frank Saw on Tape

14:36 Speed Development — Where He Is and Where He Can Go

16:07 Is This a Terry Smith Corner or a Matt Campbell Corner?

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Semajay Robinson Commits to Penn State — First in the Matt Campbell Era

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:12:39 +0000

Penn State football has its first commit of the Matt Campbell era. Four-star cornerback Semajay Robinson of Fort Lauderdale, Florida has pledged to the Nittany Lions, becoming the first member of Penn State's 2027 recruiting class. Ryan Snyder and Thomas Frank Carr break down the recruitment, Robinson's film, and what this commitment means for Penn State's class going forward.

In this video:

Who is Semajay Robinson? 6'3" CB from Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale

How Terry Smith built this relationship in just 60 days

Robinson's film breakdown — ball skills, man and zone coverage, upside

Why he chose Penn State over Florida State, Virginia, Mississippi State and others

Will he stay committed? What official visits are still on the table

The Brandon Finney comparison — does it hold up?

What this commit means for Penn State's 2027 class momentum

Ryan Snyder teases more commits could be coming soon

0:00 Penn State's First 2027 Commit Is Here

0:36 Who Is Semajay Robinson — Stats, Rankings & Profile

1:24 How Terry Smith Built This Relationship in 60 Day

3:42 Subscribe — More Commits Could Be Coming Soon

4:44 Testing numbers and why more reasons why he chose Penn State

07:10 Ad break

10:24 Film assessment

11:35 Motor, Physicality & What Needs to Develop

14:15 The Brandon Finney Comparison

15:07 Ryan Snyder Teases More Commits Coming

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Penn State's First 2027 Commit Is Coming — Spring Recruiting Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:16:13 +0000

After months of waiting, Penn State football recruiting is finally moving. Ryan Snyder joins Thomas Frank Carr for a special Friday recruiting update covering the most important visits of spring practice week — including Khalil Taylor, Semajay Robinson, Brandon Lockley, and the prospect who could become Penn State's first 2027 commit. Plus an update on 2028 commit Deonte Fleming's rising recruiting ranking.

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Khalil Taylor's visit — 15 trips to Penn State and counting, but is Georgia or Ohio State a threat?

Semajay Robinson — Penn State's most likely first commit, and what Ryan knows

Brandon Lockley — make or break visit for Penn State's Mid-Atlantic recruiting

Why the next three months are absolutely crucial for the 2027 class

2028 commit Deonte Fleming rises to four-star — what it means

Why Penn State must win the Mid-Atlantic to build this class

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0:00 Intro

0:59 Four Months In — Where Penn State Recruiting Really Stands

3:00 Khalil Taylor Visit Recap — 15 Trips and Counting

9:43 Semajay Robinson— Penn State's First Commit Incoming?

19:03 Other QB Targets on Penn State's Radar

25:29 Brandon Lockley — Make or Break Visit for Penn State

27:25 Why Mid-Atlantic Recruiting Is the Key to This Class

29:08 2028 Commit Deonte Fleming Rises to Four-Star

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What We SAW at Penn State's Rare Open Practice Today

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 20:22:24 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions football team held a rare open practice on Thursday morning, during which the media got a chance to see a full day of on-field activity on Lasch Football Field. We’ll recap what we saw and what we learned today on the BWI Live show, today at 10 a.m. We’ll discuss the injury situation with the Nittany Lions, who are down their top two quarterbacks this spring period, and we’ll give our first impressions of how players look in pads after the last two months of development in the weight room. We’ll also discuss what we learned about the team’s offensive and defensive plans, including positional updates on both sides of the ball and more!

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Penn State is without another key player on offense this spring

Minutes before the start of open practice, Blue White Illustrated broke the news that quarterback Alex Manske would be out for the spring after a surgical cleanup this offseason. He joins starter Rocco Becht, along with several starting wide receivers and tight ends who were out of practice. We’ll discuss the impact on practice.

Open Practice Recap

Next, we’ll get into the meat of the conversation today, which is Penn State’s open practice. Reporters Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz were at the hour-long event and will share their takeaways from what they saw and heard.

We’ll discuss the players who stood out from a physical standpoint, what we learned about the team’s offensive and defensive practice field plans, and interesting nuggets about the team’s scheme and technique, including what we learned from coaches Deon Broomfield and Ryan Clanton, plus players available to the media after practice.

Good Vibes

Next, we’ll get into a new segment on today’s show called “Good Vibes.” We’ll give a player or coach who gave us good vibes at practice today. What does that mean? It means whatever our experts want it to mean, which they’ll explain in their answers!

Want to know more about any one of these specific conversations? Join the BWI Live Show today to give us your thoughts in the live chat! We’ll be taking questions and comments during our hour-long conversation today.

0:00 — Rare Access: What We Saw at Penn State Practice

3:40 — Why This Practice Was Different (And What It Means)

5:05 — Quarterback Room Update: Depth, Injuries & Early Reads

11:30 — First Offensive Impressions: Tempo, Structure & تغي

20:15 — Skill Positions: WR/TE Standouts & Early Roles

30:40 — Offensive Line & Run Game Takeaways

40:10 — Defensive Overview: Front Seven & Physicality

49:20 — Secondary & Coverage Observations

56:10 — Biggest Winners from Practice (Stock Up Players)

1:01:30 — Final Takeaways: What Actually Matters Moving Forward

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What We Want to Learn at Penn State's Open Practice Tomorrow

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:47:36 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions football team opened up spring practice on Tuesday with a morning session, followed by new head coach Matt Campbell’s first comments to the media of the spring. Today, we’ll continue our recap of those comments, plus we’ll preview what we want to learn at the team’s open practice tomorrow.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the action! We’ll be taking your questions throughout the show and will feature the best questions during the BWI Mailbag to end the hour-long program. As a reminder, with morning practice tomorrow, the Thursday BWI Live Show will be at 2 pm. We’ll be recapping what we saw and learned from the event live on YouTube. We’ll also have a speical recruiting update with Ryan Snyder on Friday to recap a busy first day of spring football visits.

Penn State adds a familiar face

It’s becoming a family affair for Penn State cornerbacks coach Terry Smith. His stepson, Justin King, is already part of the team’s support staff, and now his nephew and former Penn State running back, Tank Smith, is joining the program as a recruiting coordinator assistant. Next, we’ll pivot to a discussion from yesterday’s conversation with Campbell. Tuesday was the first time since the team hired new wide receivers coach Kashif Moore that Campbell discussed his decision to hire the former UConn receiver and coach. We’ll recap his comments, plus expand on his outline of why his room has wide receiver rooms have been so successful over the years.

Practice Preview

Next, we’ll discuss what we want to learn from the team’s open practice tomorrow. It’s a rare opportunity in the last 12 years that the media will get to attend a full open practice at Penn State, and we’re listing the items we want to check off our list for tomorrow on today’s show. Campbell spoke about the team’s availability report for the spring yesterday, so we’ll discuss the players we expect to see and the ones we don’t tomorrow. We’ll also discuss offensive and defensive coaches we want to watch work during the second practice of the season. Finally, we’ll put it all into context with what Campbell said about the outcome of one practice in the grand scheme of the process in getting ready for a season.

Best Bets and the BWI mailbag

Finally, we’ll end the show with our weekly Best Bets segment and the BWI Mailbag. We’ve selected questions from Blue White Illustrated’s message board to answer on the show, but you should join the show live and ask questions in the live chat to be part of the action!

0:00 — Show Open: “This Changes Everything for Spring” (Big Picture Takeaways)

13:20 — The Biggest Storylines You Need to Know Right Now

27:05 — Injuries, Transfers & What It Means for the Offense

40:06 — Defensive Battles That Could Reshape the Team

53:30 — How the Schedule Sets Up (Good or Bad News?)

1:05:00 — What This All Means for the Season

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Matt Campbell: "Zion Tracy Is One of the Best I've Coached" | Spring Press Conference

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:02:39 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team opened spring practice on Tuesday morning, followed by head coach Matt Campbell addressing the media for the first time during spring football. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’re discussing what Campbell said and previewing spring football for fans. We’ll also be opening the mailbag for fans to ask questions on the show!

Join us live for a special 2 pm show! As a programming note, the times of the BWI Live show will change for spring football and going forward, now that Penn State practices in the morning. The Wednesday BWI Live Show will air at 10 a.m., but Thursday will also be at 2 pm, following our view of open practice that morning.

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Matt Campbell Opens Penn State Spring Football

We’ll dive right in on today’s show and discuss what Campbell had to say during his 30-minute press conference. As always, we’ll highlight the most significant comments from Campbell during our “Between The Lines” segment, where we dive into the specifics of what he said in his media answers. Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer were at today’s press conference and will discuss what they thought was interesting from Campbell’s remarks. Those topics include

* Zion Tracy getting a huge compliment

* Nutrition being a big part of the team’s focus

* Why they practice in the mornings instead of the afternoon

We’ll also discuss other comments he made during the event, but we’ll play those comments from the press conference back for fans.

0:00 Intro — Spring Football Is Finally Here

0:31 Reacting to Matt Campbell's First Spring Press Conference

5:06 Campbell's Philosophy — "All That Stuff Is Stuff"

11:25 The Roster Is Not What It Was in January

15:00 Morning Practices — Why Campbell Does It and What It Means

18:24 The Team Got Bigger — What 480 lbs Added Means

22:11 Sponsor Break

25:23 Injury Report — Who Won't Be Available This Spring

32:27 Spring Practice as a Long Play for Recruits

35:54 What Spring Practice Actually Tells You — And What It Doesn't

39:30 Young Guys Learning a New System — Realistic Expectations

46:50 The Blue-White Game — What to Expect From Practice 15

50:14 Zion Tracy as the Defensive Chess Piece

56:55 Developing Iowa State vs. Penn State — A Different Animal

59:53 Corner Recruiting Philosophy Under Terry Smith

1:02:08 Closing — Thursday Practice Coverage Coming

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A Rivals Insider's Honest Take on Matt Campbell's Recruiting — Should Penn State Fans Be Worried?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:03:08 +0000

Penn State has zero commits in the 2027 class and a new head coach who has never won a big game at a major program. Should fans be worried? Thomas Frank Carr sits down with Rivals national recruiting analyst and Penn State grad Adam Gorney for an honest outside perspective on Matt Campbell's recruiting start, the 2026 season outlook, key targets like Peter Bourque and Lucas Rohe, and why patience may be the most important thing Penn State fans can practice right now.

In this video:

Why Penn State having zero 2027 commits isn't necessarily a crisis

Can Matt Campbell win big games — and what does his Iowa State track record actually tell us?

How the Indiana model applies — and where it doesn't — to Penn State

Peter Bourque recruiting update — where does Penn State really stand?

Lucas Rohe and the West Coast offensive line pipeline

Penn State's Polynesian recruiting push and what it could mean

Why the summer is going to matter more than the spring for commits

Adam Gorney's 2026 Penn State season prediction — wins, losses, and playoff chances

How Campbell's recruiting philosophy differs from Franklin's — and why that might be okay

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0:00 Intro — Adam Gorney Joins BWI

3:46 How Is Matt Campbell's Staff Settling In?

4:14 Can Campbell Win the Big Games Penn State Needs?

7:31 Iowa State to Penn State — Can Campbell Make the Jump?

9:00 NIL Reality — What Kids Actually Care About in Recruiting

14:31 How the Recruiting Calendar Has Completely Changed

17:18 Sponsor — Way Fruit Farm

17:37 Team Rankings Check — How Many Commits Do Top Programs Have?

22:02 Peter Bourque Update — Where Penn State Really Stands

26:35 How the Coaching Staff Transition Hurt Existing Relationships

32:05 What Actually Convinces Recruits — The Saturday Night Factor

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Penn State Football: Will They Finally Land This 4-Star QB?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 15:47:31 +0000

Penn State football starts spring camp next week, and the news around football recruiting is starting to flow. After several months of frustration for fans, will the team finally get movement in the Class of 2026? Today on the BWI Live Recruiting show, we’ll discuss the latest news about visits, recruiting predictions, top targets and their thoughts about the program, and more! We’ll also recap Penn State Pro Day from Wednesday by discussing the top standouts and players who struggled to impress during the event.

Penn State gets second visit of March this weekend

We’ll start the show with the news that Penn State will host a top offensive line target before spring football begins next week. Reporter Sean Fitz will discuss what he knows about Wisconsin o-lineman Cole Reiter’s visit to campus this week.

From there, we’ll transition to the Penn State Pro Day results from yesterday. Blue White Illustrated was on hand for the team’s testing and workouts in front of NFL scouts and GMs during the morning session, and we have our thoughts and impressions on how things went for the 20 players in attendance.

Good news regarding top QB target

Next, we’ll transition to today’s main topic, Penn State quarterback target Peter Bourque. The four-star passer decommitted from Michigan this winter and is now back on the market. Since then, the news has been heating up that the Lions are in a strong position. We’ll discuss what we’ve heard and what the Rivals national team has uncovered in recent weeks.

0:00 Intro — Recruiting Finally Starting to Move

2:04 Cole Reiter Visit — Top Wisconsin OL on Campus

7:40 Penn State Pro Day Recap — Key Observations

20:11 Sponsor — Liberty Lumber Products

22:04 The February Dead Period — Why Recruiting Felt So Quiet

29:18 Peter Bourque — The QB Who Decommitted From Michigan

36:31 Should Penn State Take Two Quarterbacks in 2027?

46:44 85 Recruits Confirmed for Spring Visits

51:04 Spring Visit List — Key Names to Watch

1:00:28 Jordan Van den Berg Pro Day

1:04:59 Ryan's Final Name — Trey Hopkins and Rico Jackson

1:07:51 Closing — Class of 2027 Still Wide Open

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Penn State Chasing NCAA History - Again | Can They Break the Record?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:25:00 +0000

Penn State wrestling enters the 2026 NCAA Tournament with ten starters, six legitimate national title contenders, and a chance to set an all-time record for most individual champions in a single tournament. Thomas Frank Carr and Greg Pickel break down every weight class, make their predictions, and explain exactly what Penn State needs to do to make history in Cleveland.

In this video:

Can Penn State set the all-time NCAA record with six individual champions?

Can Penn State become the first team to have ten All-Americans in back-to-back seasons?

Weight-by-weight breakdown and predictions for all ten Penn State starters

Luke Liddell — can he go from third place to national champion?

Marcus Blaze and the most competitive bracket in the tournament at 133

Braden Davis — what does he need to do to become an All-American?

Shane Van Ness — does his 77% bonus rate outweigh the close match concerns?

PJ Duke — bet against him at your own peril

Mitchell Messenbrink — is there any realistic way he loses?

Levi Haynes — can he end his career on top?

Rocco Welsh — does he have enough offense to win it all?

Josh Barr vs Rocky Elam — the matchup everyone wants to see

Cole Mirasola — can he sneak onto the podium?

0:00 Intro — Penn State Wrestling at the NCAA Tournament

0:55 The Records Penn State Is Chasing in Cleveland

2:16 Tournament Schedule — Thursday Through Saturday

3:07 125 lbs — Luke Liddell Preview & Prediction

5:59 How Luke Liddell Has Improved Since Last Year

6:49 133 lbs — Marcus Blaze Preview & Prediction

10:09 141 lbs — Braden Davis Preview & Prediction

14:05 149 lbs — Shane Van Ness Preview & Prediction

18:03 157 lbs — PJ Duke Preview & Prediction

21:56 Sponsor — BetMGM

23:41 165 lbs — Mitchell Messenbrink Preview & Prediction

25:24 174 lbs — Levi Haynes Preview & Prediction

27:25 184 lbs — Rocco Welsh Preview & Prediction

30:38 197 lbs — Josh Barr Preview & Prediction

32:28 285 lbs — Cole Mirasola Preview & Prediction

34:27 Penn State's Overall Tournament Prediction — 6 Champions?

36:32 Closing — Recap Show Coming After the Tournament

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Penn State's Linebacker Room Heading Into Spring Ball | Who Starts and What Are the Wildcards?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:55:49 +0000

We’re in the final week before spring football starts for the Penn State Nittany Lions football team, and we’re previewing the team’s linebacker room before the start of spring camp. It’s also a busy week for the program with Pro Day scheduled for tomorrow at Holuba Hall. We’ll discuss which players will draw the biggest crowds at the event tomorrow and who has the most to gain from the event. Join the BWI Live Show today as we discuss those topics, plus your thoughts and questions in the BWI Live Mailbag!

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Penn State News: Pro Day on Wednesday

The Penn State Pro Day is finally here for the team’s 2026 NFL Draft participants. The team will host scouts, GMs, and the media on Wednesday morning, and we’re previewing the event. Which players stand to gain the most from the final round of testing and field drills? We’ll discuss Penn State QB Drew Allar’s opportunity to make a move tomorrow, plus how his receivers, who weren’t invited to the Combine, can show off their skills during the event.

We’ll also preview which players may decide to test in the friendly confines of Holuba Hall to try and improve their draft position after passing on the Combine testing opportunity.

Spring Preview: Linebackers

Next, we’ll turn our focus back to the current team and preview the spring window for the Penn State linebackers. Which players will start, which ones will need to step up, and what are the wildcards in the team’s linebacker room for this spring? We’ll discuss the biggest storylines for the program now that we’re one week out from camp starting for the Nittany Lions.

Finally, we’ll end the show with your thoughts and questions! We’ve taken select questions from the BWI Mailbag thread on the site to feature during the show’s final segment, but we want to hear from you as well! Drop your thoughts and questions in the live chat and we’ll answer them at the end of the show!

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Matt Campbell Is Running Penn State Differently — Here's What We Know So Far

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:09:39 +0000

Matt Campbell is implementing a culture of accountability at Penn State — from classroom standards to team-based point systems with real consequences. But with spring football weeks away, the question remains: does any of it matter if they don't win? Thomas Frank Carr and Sean Fitz wrap up the spring break mailbag series with a wide-ranging conversation about the NCAA's spring transfer portal ban, whether it can survive legal challenges, and what Campbell's leadership style means for Penn State in 2026.

In this video:

Can the NCAA actually enforce the spring transfer portal ban — or will it fall apart in court?

How Matt Campbell is building accountability culture at Penn State

The team-based point system and what happens when players fall short

Does academic culture matter to Penn State fans if Campbell wins games?

Penn State's roster construction and what a spring portal would mean for the program

NIL tampering — why it's nearly impossible to enforce

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0:00 Intro — Final Spring Break Mailbag

1:12 Can the NCAA Enforce the Spring Transfer Portal Ban?

2:10 Why the NCAA Keeps Losing in Court

4:14 Rev Share, House Settlement & What It All Means

6:04 Would Penn State Benefit From a Spring Portal Window?

7:08 Tampering — Why It's Nearly Impossible to Enforce

9:38 The NIL Clearinghouse Nobody Is Actually Using

10:37 Why the NCAA Can't Stop Player Movement

11:22 Do Athletes Deserve More Than a Scholarship?

13:23 How Is Campbell Embracing the Student in Student-Athlete?

14:04 What the New Staff Found When They Arrived at Penn State

16:08 Campbell's Accountability System — Drafted Teams & Point Tracking

17:19 Real Consequences for Falling Short

18:06 Does Academic Culture Matter If You're Winning?

19:49 Campbell Has Done This Before — What Iowa State Tells Us

20:39 Accountability on the Field vs. In the Classroom

22:15 Closing — Spring Football Is One Week Closer

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Penn State Football Mailbag: How NIL is Ruining College Football Recruiting

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Penn State's NIL strategy is one of the biggest questions heading into the 2027 recruiting cycle — how do you spend wisely on freshmen who may not see the field for two years, while competing against programs with bottomless budgets? Thomas Frank Carr and Sean Fitz tackle this question and more in the latest BWI spring break mailbag, including Penn State's 2027 quarterback board, Sean's upcoming recruiting big board, and how the new staff is approaching offers differently than the Franklin era.

In this video:

How should Penn State handle freshman NIL deals on players who won't play right away?

Penn State's 2027 quarterback board — where does Peter Burke stand?

Is Penn State looking for the next Brock Purdy at quarterback?

Sean Fitz's recruiting big board — when is it coming and what will it look like?

How the Campbell staff's offer philosophy differs from Franklin's

Penn State NIL vs. USC, Oregon, Ohio State — can Penn State compete?

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0:00 Intro — Spring Break Mailbag Part 2

0:51 Sean Fitz's 2027 Recruiting Big Board — When and How

2:03 How the Campbell Staff's Offer Philosophy Has Changed

3:47 Penn State's 2027 Quarterback Board

5:29 Is Penn State Looking for the Next Brock Purdy?

7:14 Peter Bourque — Why Penn State Is Still High on Him

9:09 How Many QBs Will Penn State Pursue in 2027?

10:15 Sponsor Break

12:14 How Many Offers Will the New Staff Give Out?

13:22 The Transition Year — Building the 2027 Class

15:05 The NIL Freshman Question — Risk vs. Reward

16:26 Can You Moneyball Penn State's Roster?

18:08 Brandon Finney & the ROI Problem

20:13 Positional Value — Where Penn State Should Spend

23:21 How T-Fank Would Allocate NIL Spending

26:36 Penn State vs. USC, Oregon & the Big Spenders

29:12 The European Soccer Model — College Football's New Reality

31:36 Closing

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This Penn State Recruiting Strategy Could BACKFIRE

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:50:27 +0000

Penn State football's defensive line is changing under Matt Campbell and defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn — and the recruiting philosophy is changing with it. Is the speed rusher era over at Penn State? Thomas Frank Carr and Sean Fitz break down what the new staff actually wants on the defensive line, how they're recruiting tweeners vs. true defensive tackles, and what it means for Penn State's 2026 defense.

In this video:

Tweeners vs. true defensive tackles — what does D'Anton Lynn's scheme actually require?

Key 2027 recruiting targets on the defensive line

Alexander McPherson, Yvan Kemajou, and the current roster outlook

Why Penn State's pass rush questions are the biggest storyline heading into spring ball

Matt Campbell's defensive philosophy and how it differs from the Franklin era

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00:00 Show intro and Spring Break Schedule

02:20 How many 'Tweeners will Penn State take in recruiting?

07:15 What 'Tweener actually means to D'Anton Lynn's defense

10:22 Developmental curve for bigger defensive end prospects

13:00 What does Lynn actually want to be at Penn State?

15:03 Where sacks have come from at USC and Penn State in 2025

17:05 Penn State front seven plan to defend the run

18:05 Final thoughts

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Penn State Wrestling Is LOADED for Nationals | Breaking Down All 7 Big Ten Champions

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 18:55:52 +0000

Penn State wrestling delivered another historic performance at the Big Ten Championships.

The Nittany Lions captured the team title with a program-record 184 points and seven individual champions, continuing their dominance in the conference heading into the NCAA Championships.

In this video, we break down:

• How Penn State produced seven Big Ten champions

• Key performances from stars like Mitchell Mesenbrink, Levi Haines, PJ Duke, and Josh Barr

• The biggest takeaways from the tournament

• What the results mean for NCAA Championship seeding and matchups

We also discuss the standout moments from the weekend and what comes next as Penn State prepares for the national tournament in Cleveland.

0:00 Intro — Penn State's Historic Big Ten Weekend

2:23 125 lbs — Luke Liddell Wins Sudden Victory

4:02 133 lbs — Marcus Blaze Falls to Davino

6:08 141 lbs — Braeden Davis Qualifies for Nationals

9:02 149 lbs — Shane Van Ness Pins His Way to a Title

10:37 157 lbs — PJ Duke Dominates Defending Champ

12:15 165 lbs — Mitchell Messenbrink Wins Again

14:10 174 lbs — Levi Haynes Gets It Done

15:58 184 lbs — Rocco Welsh Survives Controversy

18:15 197 lbs — Josh Barr Dominates All Weekend

19:57 HWT — Cole Mirasola Finishes Fifth, Goes to Nationals

22:02 Nationals Seeding Preview

23:37 PIAA State Championships — Penn State Recruits

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Allen Trieu Interview: The Biggest Difference Between Matt Campbell and James Franklin

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 8 Mar 2026 15:11:27 +0000

What’s the biggest difference between Matt Campbell’s coaching approach and the one Penn State fans became used to under James Franklin?

We break down how Campbell’s staff evaluates talent, builds recruiting relationships in the Midwest, and how that philosophy compares to Franklin’s national recruiting strategy. Plus, new Rivals national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu joins the show to discuss Midwest recruiting connections and what it could mean for Penn State moving forward.

00:00 Show start and intro Allen Trieu

01:08 Midwest connection between Trieu and Matt Campbell Staff

05:08 Impact of Penn State staff being first on hidden gems

07:15 Challenge of getting Midwest prospects to Happy Valley

09:30 Players Penn State can secure from Midwest ties

10:57 ad break

11:28 Best recruiters on the staff

16:00 Positional recruiting strengths

19:30 Learning curve coming from Iowa State to Penn State

24:55 Difference between James Franklin and Matt Campbell

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Penn State Gets More Bad Injury News | Donkoh Update + Recruiting Intel

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 5 Mar 2026 16:51:26 +0000

The Penn State football team got more bad news this week, with injury information coming out of the Lasch Building. We’ll update fans on the status of Anthony Donkoh and what it means for his timeline to return after we found out he’s shelved for the upcoming camp period. We’ll also give you the latest Penn State recruiting information today and round out the show with a visit from the newest Rivals National Reporter, Allen Trieu.

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Penn State gets more unfortunate news

We’ll start with the update that dropped yesterday afternoon about another Penn State veteran missing spring football. Donkoh will be out for the spring, following tight end Andrew Rappleyea, who posted a post-surgery photo at the end of February. We’ll discuss the situation, the impact, and what to expect from the team’s spring football situation, with so many injured players that the team will realistically consider starters in the fall.

Recruiting Update

Next, we’ll discuss the latest recruiting news, now that the calendar has flipped to March. While spring practice hasn’t started yet, teams can still host prospects for visits now. We’ll discuss the players you need to know both before camp and after spring break, which is next week. Of course, check out Blue White Illustrated for a comprehensive list of players coming to campus over the several weeks.

Allen Trieu Joins Rivals

Finally, we welcome Trieu, the latest addition to the Rivals national team, who joined the company on March 1. Tieu has been a Midwest reporter for decades and has extensive knowledge of the former Iowa State staff that now occupies the Lasch Building at Penn State. He and reporter Sean Fitz discuss Campbell’s approach, the strengths of the staff, the team’s ace recruiters, and where the group will need to bridge the gap between what they did in Ames, and the new pressure they face in Happy Valley. He’ll also discuss the blended approach of where Penn State’s targets will come from in this first cycle and how much time fans should give the staff before making decisions about how the staff is recruiting with their in-region recruits.

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01:05 Anthony Donkoh injury news

10:32 Penn State's offensive injury situation

13:00 Liberty Lumer products Ad break

15:25 Penn State recruiting: Matt Campbell's timeline of recruit commitments

20:05 New England recruiting is different than other regions

22:30 Is spring football a time to finally get rolling in recruiting?

29:55 Closing the deal in recruiting during official visit negotiation

33:00 Does every high school prospect have an agent?

37:33 Allen Triue interview

42:05 Can Campbell and his staff maintain relationships with Midwest schools

49:22 Who are the best recruiters on this staff?

51:07 Campbell staff sticking to evals and not chasing stars

57:00 Leap from Iowa State to PSU in eval and NIL

102:45 Difference between Franklin staff and Campbell staff.

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51:54 How good is this staff at evaluating? Can they stick to their guns at PSU?

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Big Ten Wrestling Preview: Six No. 1s, Tough Paths & NCAA Bubble Drama

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 4 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000

The Big Ten Championships are here, and the road to the NCAA tournament runs through the Bryce Jordan Center this weekend.

In today’s show, we break down the 2026 Big Ten Wrestling Championships preseeds and what they mean for Penn State. Six Nittany Lions enter the tournament as No. 1 preseeds, but those rankings are still subject to change after the coaches meeting on Friday.

We go weight-by-weight through the bracket and discuss the biggest storylines heading into the conference tournament, including whether all 10 Penn State wrestlers can secure automatic NCAA bids.

We also give our predictions for which Nittany Lions will win Big Ten titles, the toughest paths in the bracket, and the weight class that could produce the biggest surprise.

Topics include:

• Six Penn State wrestlers receiving No. 1 preseeds

• The toughest road to the podium for the Nittany Lions

• The auto-bid outlook for all 10 starters

• Why Braeden Davis faces the most difficult qualification path

• Title predictions for Luke Lilledahl, Marcus Blaze, Mitchell Mesenbrink, Levi Haines, Rocco Welsh, and Josh Barr

• The biggest threats across the Big Ten brackets

The Big Ten Championships begin Saturday with the first round, quarterfinals, and semifinals, followed by the medal matches on Sunday at the Bryce Jordan Center.

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Penn State QB Spring Preview: Rocco Becht’s Timeline, Backup Battle & Defensive Breakouts

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 4 Mar 2026 16:42:53 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions football team starts spring football in just about three weeks so we’re getting fans ready with our spring preview of each position. So far, we’ve covered the running backs, defensive tackles, and pass catchers in the lead-up to the first spring football under new head coach Matt Campbell. Today, we’ll be taking on the most important position on the team: quarterback. Also, there’s a concern among Penn State football fans that the team lacks elite playmakers, especially on defense. We’ll discuss which players are the likeliest candidates to step up and fill that void. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube.

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Penn State Spring Preview: QB

We continue our spring preview series today by discussing the team’s quarterback position. We’ll discuss the impact of starter Rocco Becht’s injury timeline returning from surgery and how that is both a positive and a negative for the team this spring. How can he lead and bring the team together from the sidelines? How will his return partway through spring football affect the dynamics for the team?

From there, we’ll discuss the team backup, Alex Manske. What does he need to work on during his second season in Taylor Mouser’s offense? We’ll discuss where his progression can come and how the extra reps can help him progress as a thrower.

Finally, we’ll look at the young quarterbacks in the room between freshmen Kase Evans and Peyton Falzone. We’ll disuss each player's profile from their high school film and see what kind of quarterback they are and how they fit into the templates we’ve seen from Campbell and his staff.

Potential defensive stars

Even on a defense that doesn’t have future first-round NFL Draft picks, each scheme picks a player to feature. Opportunity to make plays comes from the decisions of who the defensive coordinator puts in position to make said plays. On today’s show, we’ll preview the potential defensive stars for the team this upcoming year. Many fans are concerned about the lack of raw high-end talent, so we’ll pinpoint three candidates who can make plays and elevate their profiles among the fan base through their output.

Of course, we also want to hear from you! Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube, ask your questions in the live chat, and we’ll answer them throughout the show!

00:00 Show intro

02:54 NFL Mock Draft preview

05:42 Spring Preview: QBs

09:30 Rocco Becht breakdown

15:15 Rocco Becht film breakdown

22:22 Alex Manske preview

29:40 Kase Evans and Peyton Falzone preview

35:35 Final thoughts on QB Room

38:47 Potential defensive stars

42:24 Marcus Neal film breakdown

46:58 Tony Rojas and Caleb Bacon

49:23 Daryus Dixson and Yvan Kemajou

55:14 Best Bets

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Future Stars at Penn State? Mailbag Questions, Combine Reactions & Position Battles

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 3 Mar 2026 17:18:10 +0000

The Penn State football team starts March with spring football on the way and recruiting gearing up in the background. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’re answering fan questions about the team’s status heading into this critical period, including your questions! Today, we’ll start with our weekly BWI Mailbag segment to get to your offseason thoughts first. Next, we’ll recap the NFL Combine performance of the team’s nine players who attended last week before finishing the show by talking about our recent conversations with Penn State football players during last week’s media interviews.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. to ask your questions in the Mailbag! We’ll select the best questions from the live chat and answer them during the show!

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BWI Mailbag: Young players stashed for later

Penn State head coach Matt Campbell discusses his recruiting and team-building plans for his February conversation with the media. He discussed the team’s objective of building a foundation for now and for the future. To this point, we have focused primarily on the team’s starters coming from the transfer portal, but there is a second layer of players who will make a contribution this year and will also be part of the team’s future. We’ll highlight some of those players on today’s show, thanks to a question from one of our Lions Den Message Board members, who asked this question on the BWI Mailbag thread.

Other topics we’ll discuss today include:

* How the staff plans to handle reps during spring football

* When can fans expect more information about the Adidas switch?

* Mississippi removing tax on NIL funds

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Penn State at the NFL Combine: Recap

Next, we’ll recap Penn State players' performances from the NFL Combine last week. On-field workouts ramped up on Thursday and concluded on Sunday with the offensive line. We’ll discuss who stood out, who made their mark, and which players didn’t do much either way to help or hurt themselves.

Of course, the biggest name to make his debut after an injury that ended his season in October was Penn State quarterback Drew Allar. The former starter threw at the Combine on Saturday and got positive reviews, which have catapulted him into the online discourse and debate over the last 48 hours. We’ll discuss what’s true and what’s hype around his draft stock.

Getting to know Penn State’s new Linebackers and the battle at center

Finally, we’ll recap our work from last week, including our conversations with new and returning players from last week. Sean Fitz spoke with returner Dom Rulli about his quest to become the starting center at Penn State and his decision to stay despite the team adding a center in Brock Riker. We’ll also discuss the Iowa State linebackers and how their scheme in 2025 may have masked some hidden talents thanks to its unique style.

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Rocco Becht’s Spring Timeline | New Recruiting Buzz Builds at Penn State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:42:55 +0000

The Penn State football team held its second media event of the month on Wednesday, with over 20 players sitting down with the media for a span of several hours. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we’ll discuss the biggest takeaways from the event, plus plug you into the latest recruiting news, including a fresh batch of players who plan to join the program this spring for visits during spring practice. Finally, we’ll end the show by discussing your recruiting questions and thoughts in the BWI Mailbag. Bring your best recruiting questions and topics today to the live chat and we’ll answer the best ones at the end of the show!

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Penn State player media day recap

We’ll start today’s show with some brief news and notes about the NFL Combine and then dive into yesterday’s media event with the Penn State football players. We’ll discuss the most newsworthy comments, including quarterback Rocco Becht’s rehab timeline to start the show. We’ll give our impressions about the players we talked to and what we learned about the team’s progress this offseason. Which players stood out in the process of talking to dozens of new and returning Penn State football players?

Rivals 300 Update

Next, we’ll dive into the recruiting news from the past week, including the Rivals 300 update that came out on Tuesday. Penn State does not have any commits in the current class, but dozens of targets moved up and down in the latest update. Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will break down which moves are meaningful and how Penn State fans should feel about top targets receiving attention as they improve their recruiting stock.

Next, we’ll discuss the team’s plans for spring football with another round of visit announcements since our last recruiting update. Which names to Penn State fans need to know who have announced their intentions to get a close look at the program in March and April? We’ll highlight the biggest wins for the staff this week.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we’ll open the BWI Mailbag for fans of the show! Today, we’ll be taking recruiting questions from the BWI Mailbag submission thread on the site as featured questions. We’ll be discussing the value of recruiting a high school quarterback, given the heavy investment it takes to recruit a quality prospect and the uncertain odds of that player working out in the long run. We’ll also discuss the rough size of what Penn State wants from its Class of 2027. Want to discuss something else? Drop your question in the chat, and we’ll get to it on the show!

00:00 Show open

00:40 Andrew Rappleyea injury news

04:28 Penn State D-Line NFL Combine Preview

13:28 Penn State player media day recap

17:20 Rocco Becht injury timeline update

21:55 Keanu Williams injury update

26:21 Liberty Lumber Products ad break

29:44 Spring practice and official visits update

34:00 DE Board for 2027

37:15 More spring vitis

46:12 Rivals 300 Update

56:42 BWI Mailbag

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Penn State Spring Football: WR vs TE — Who Leads the Offense in 2026?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:34:06 +0000

The Penn State football team will host the media again later today for an extended meet-and-greet with new players to the program. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’ll preview that event, plus discuss the latest Penn State football news. We’ll briefly discuss Combine news that dropped on Tuesday evening, plus the official signing of Penn State’s wide receiver coach. Then, we’ll preview the team’s pass catcher situation for the fall by discussing the likelihood of a tight end or wide receiver being the number one receiver this fall. Reporter Sean Fitz discusses the latest update to the 2027 class recruiting rankings, and we’ll end the show with your questions in the BWI Mailbag.

Join the show today for those topics, plus your own! Join the live show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube and give us your best questions and comments in the live chat. We’ll answer the best ones to end the show. The best way to know when we go live, post breaking news, or any of our other content is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you’ll receive an alert whenever we update the channel.

Penn State news and notes

The news dropped last night that Penn State quarterback Drew Allar has recovered from his broken ankle and will throw this week at the NFL Combine. Allar played in six games before his injury in the fourth quarter of a comeback attempt against Northwestern that fell short. We’ll discuss the importance of his throwing at the Combine, and what it means for his draft stock.

Next, we’ll discuss the news that Kashif Moore was officially hired as the next wide receivers coach today. While the announcement is a formality, we’ll discuss his integration into the staff and touch on the work he has to do both as a recruiter and as a coach. Finally, we’ll preview the upcoming meetings with new players and returning veterans from last year’s Penn State team. We’ll discuss who we’re interested in speaking with and what we hope to learn from the event.

Spring football preview: Pass catchers only

Next, we’ll discuss an age-old debate on today’s show that has plagued the Penn State offense for several years. Who will lead the team in receptions, a tight end or a wide recevier? Nate Bauer wrote about the topic last week, and we’ll discuss his thoughts, plus how the team is stacked on offense this year. Which player do you think will lead the team in receptions in 2026? Drop your thoughts in the live chat or the comments section after the show to let us know!

Rivals recruiting update

The latest update for 2027 dropped on Tuesday, and Fitz will discuss his thoughts about Penn State’s top targets, in-region candidates, and which players he thinks are standing out in the latest rankings.

Finally, we’ll end the show with your thoughts! We have selected questions ready from the BWI Mailbag thread on the site, but we want to hear from you as well. We’ll save today’s best questions for the end of the show!

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What We Learned at Penn State’s THON Day + Combine Week Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:39:18 +0000

The Penn State football team hosted its annual THON Day on Saturday, giving the media an afternoon of interaction with the organization as they hosted Four Diamonds families for the annual charity event. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll recap what we saw, heared and learned about Penn State football during this extended, informal afternoon with the program. We’ll also recap the news that came out of the team’s media availability with three offensive linemen, including Cooper Cousins and Anthony Donkoh. We’ll also discuss the NFL Combine, which starts this week in Indianapolis, and take your questions in the BWI Mailbag to end the show!

Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the show. We’ll be taking your questions throughout the show, but we’ll be saving the best questions from the chat for the Mailbag at the end! The best way to know when we go live, post content, or deliver breaking news is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications.

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Penn State News

It’s Combine week for the 2026 NFL Draft, and there’s a host of Penn State players in Indianapolis this week to interview with teams and work out in front of the assembled NFL world. We’ll start the show with a brief conversation about who we think will be the stars of Penn State’s contingent in front of scouts and fans.

Spring football is also one month away for the current Penn State team. We’ll discuss the team’s checklist of what they need to accomplish between now and then to have a successful first camp under head coach Matt Campbell and his staff.

THON Day Recap

Next, we’ll discuss the news and notes that came from Penn State’s media event with the THON families on Saturday. We’ll discuss what Cooper Cousins and Anthony Donkoh had to say during their brief press conferences on Saturday afternoon and what our impressions of the new staff were. We’ll also recap THON’s total for 2026 and how the Penn State football team gave back to the University through NIL.

Next, we’ll continue our look at the team for this upcoming season. One of the biggest concerns that fans have with the team is that it lacks obvious star power. Today, we’ll count down the three top candidates to be stars of the Penn State defense. Which players and positions have the skills and talent to stand out? We’ll discuss.

Best Bets and BWI Mailbag

Finally, we’ll conclude the back half of the show with today’s Best Bets from Greg Pickel. Now that the Olympics are over, which sports are on his radar? Join the show to find out which games have his interest.

Then, we’ll turn the show over to you! What do you think about today’s show topics? We’ll be answering questions from the audience during the BWI Mailbag. We’ve got pre-selected questions from the BWI Message board, but we want to hear from you as well. Join us at 10 a.m. and drop your questions in the live chat!

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Penn State Just Got a Second Chance at a 4⭐ QB

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:22:26 +0000

The Penn State football staff got welcome news this week when one of its top targets decommitted from a Big Ten rival. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we’ll discuss Peter Bourque’s decision to step back from his commitment to Michigan and what it means for Penn State. We’ll also review the latest spring visit announcments from Matt Campbell’s targets, the team’s OV Schedule announcements, and more!

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One of Penn State’s top QB target back on the market

It wasn’t long ago that Bourque was a regular on Penn State’s campus during the James Franklin era. Bourque visited the campus seven times during his first two years on the recruiting trail, more than any other team. Then, he made a surprise decision to commit to the Wolverines last summer. After a coaching change at both spots, Bourque has decommitted from Michigan and is reevaluating his options, including other schools as well.

What opportunity does this present to Penn State? How should Penn State fans feel about this, given all the changes in recent months? We’ll discuss the landscape for one of the top 2027 quarterbacks in his second go-around.

Spring visit schedule is filling up

Over the last two weeks, players from across America have made their spring visit schedule known, including some from the Midwest and West Coast who plan to visit Happy Valley starting next month. Reporter Ryan Snyder has been tracking the news and will join the show today to highlight the names that he’s collected for Blue White Illustrated. We’ll give you the names and play prospect highlights on today’s show to give fans on the YouTube channel a sense of the player’s skills.

Next, we’ll dig into the much more volatile news about the official visit schedule over the last week.

Finally, we’ll open the show up to your thoughts and questions during the BWI Mailbag. Drop your questions into the weekly mailbag thread or into the live chat and we’ll answer them to end the show!

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Penn State’s DT Battle: Experience or Upside | BWI Live

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:32:37 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is busy building its team chemistry during the true offseason of February. The team is preparing for the grind of the season, which starts in March with spring camp. Today, we’re previewing spring camp and the battles that will set the table for the coming year. Join the BWI Live Show as we break down the Penn State defensive tackle position and preview the camp battle for snaps at the heart of new Penn State defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn’s defense. We’ll also discuss the latest Penn State recruiting news, plus discuss the team’s upside on defense.

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Penn State gets good recruiting news

First, we’ll start today’s show by discussing the latest news on the recruiting front. One of Penn State’s top recruiting targets, quarterback Peter Bourque, decommitted from Michigan this week. Does Penn State have a shot with the coveted four-star passer from the Northeast? We’ll discuss the recruiting movement, which is one of the first big positive events for the new Penn State staff.

Next, we’ll get into our main topic for today’s show. We’re previewing one of the team’s most interesting camp position battles. We’ll take a look at the defensive tackle battle that will determine the personality and complexity of the team’s front under Lynn. We’ll take you through the players that have the advantage on the starting spots to begin the year and the group of defensive tackles who can challenge them for snaps this spring. We’ll outline the player categories, how they fit together, and what we can reasonably expect from this group in 2026.

Finally, we’ll discuss the position's overall strengths and areas it needs to prove or improve this offseason.

Star Power? Defensive examination

One criticism of the Penn State roster is that it lacks obvious star power or difference-makers on either side of the ball. Today, we’ll count down the top three defenders we think have the potential to make a star turn in Lynn’s defense. Who could be the focal point, racking up stats this fall? Which players have the most physical potential and upside? Reporter Greg Pickel will name his top three players with star potential.

Next, we’ll discuss Pickel’s Best Bets for the week. Finally, we’ll wrap up with a preview of the Penn State Wrestling team’s Senior Day bout against Princeton to end the 2025-2026 regular season. The team wrapped up its Big Ten regular season championship by destroying Ohio State at the BJC last Friday. We’re discussing the juggernaut on today’s show because we will not have a Wrestling Show on Thursday.

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New Penn State WR Coach, Blue-White Game Date & Spring Practice Updates | BWI Live

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:33:12 +0000

Penn State football has a new wide receivers coach after a surprising departure at the beginning of the month. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. to learn more about that, details on spring practice, the Blue White game, and more! We’ll also be taking your questions in the BWI Mailbag. Hop on the Lions Den message board and leave your questions for the show to be featured during the show’s final segment.

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Penn State finds a replacement for Noah Pauley

Yesterday afernoon the news broke that Penn State had filled its receiver coach role with Colorado State wide receivers coach Kashif Moore. Moore spent the last three seasons at his alma mater, UConn, under Jim Mora Jr. What do we know about Moore? Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer discuss what they’ve learned and what industry experts think of him.

Should fans be excited about this pickup? What else have we picked up on Campbell’s hiring process during the coaching search? We’ll discuss.

Blue-White Game announced

The Penn State staff has been focused on putting together its staff and team over the first two months befor pivoting to internal team building in the last few weeks. Now that they’ve had a moment to make plans, the Blue-White Game has a date. The team’s final practice will take place on April 25th, which is the final Saturday in April.

Our reporters will discuss what news they can glean from that fact about the team’s practice schedule and start time for spring ball next month. We’ll also discuss the impact of not having a spring transfer portal on the plans for the team’s Blue-White event.

BWI Mailbag

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Penn State Wrestling vs Ohio State Preview | Battle for Big Ten Domination

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:55:58 +0000

The undefeated and top-ranked Penn State wrestling team dismantled Michigan and is now heading home to face the undefeated and number two-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. The winner all but secures the Big Ten Regular Season title and the top spot heading into the postseason. On today's show, we recap the win over Michigan, discussing the injuries that will affect this weekend, and then reporter Greg Pickel previews the dual. Join the show as he goes weight by weight and picks winners and losers in the battle of top wrestlers in the Big Ten and the country.

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Major 2027 Recruits Lock In Penn State Visits

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:23:23 +0000

February is a dead period for Penn State football recruiting, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t news flowing out of the program over the last week. The team is preparing for spring football with the team and in recruiting by setting up spring unofficial and summer official visits with top players in the 2027 cycle. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we’ll discuss the players visiting campus over the next four months.

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Penn State spring visit schedule starting to take shape

The biggest news this week is that several top prospects will return to Happy Valley this spring to take in the first practices under new head coach Matt Campbell at Penn State. We’ll discuss which players are showing up in March and April, including former commit Layton von Brandt. How quickly does Penn State need to get players lined up for the 15 practices in this spring? We’ll ask recruiting reporter Sean Fitz what the schedule typically looks like at this time of year for a normal program, and for Penn State in the past.

OV Schedule

The next important stop on the recruiting calendar is the all-important official visit season. Which players have set up OVs so far for Penn State? We’ll discuss the names that Penn has had penciled in for June, including a new name in four-star safety Malakai Taufoou from California. Can Penn State use its new connections with its former West Coach coaches to secure a broader set of recruits for the summer? We’ll discuss.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we’ll discuss what you want to know! We’ll feature questions from the Lions Den Message Board to kick off the first BWI Mailbag of the offseason but we’ll also be taking questions from the chat! Drop your thoughts and questions in during the Recruiting Show and we’ll answer the best ones during the Mailbag.

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Penn State’s First Spring Position Battle Is Already Heating Up

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:22:16 +0000

The Penn State football team is in the middle of winter conditioning, with spring football just around the corner. Already, early camp battle lines are forming at positions where Penn State has blended players from the transfer portal and the former Nittany Lions roster. Today, we begin our preview of those spring battles and the players who could make a move early in the year as the staff tries to form its identity. We’ll discuss that, plus the latest news about Penn State players in the NFL Draft. The NFL combine is later this month, and the team will likely send a large contingent of players to Indianapolis.

We’ll discuss those topics, plus whatever is on your mind! Join us live at 10 a.m. and be part of the live chat! We’ll be taking your comments and questions throughout the show! Be the first to know when we go live each week and when we post breaking news or original content by subscribing to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enabling notifications.

Penn Staters in the NFL Draft: Update

Draft bowl season is over, and now former Penn State players are gearing up for the NFL Combine in Indianapolis later this month. Where do the top former Nittany Lions starters stand in the mock draft process right now? Reporter Greg Pickel has a recap of the latest projections for the team’s top players. We’ll also discuss which players can be sleepers who go on to great success at the next level for the team’s 2026 prospects.

Spring Camp Preview

Of course, the next biggest event on the Penn State football calendar is the start of spring practice next month. Today, we’ll start a series previewing the team’s spring camp battles. Today’s focus will be on the running back position. We’ll discuss the top players at the position, what they bring to the table, and what Penn State needs to develop from the position this offseason to have the best room possible in the fall.

D-Line diversification

Finally, we’ll get into Pickel’s article about the new setup on the Penn State defensive line from earlier this week. The team hired two full-time defensive line coaches this offseason, with Ikaika Malloe coaching the defensive tackles and Christian Smith coaching the defensive ends. We’ll discuss what we learned about those individuals and what head coach Matt Campbell said about why he wanted two full-time coaches for his team.

Next, we’ll discuss any clues that Pickel has found about the receiver coach timeline. Penn State needs to hire a new coach for its pass catchers before the start of spring football next month.

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Penn State’s Offensive Line Plan Comes Into Focus

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:50:15 +0000

The Penn State football team held its Winter Media Day last Wednesday, and we’re still piecing through the quotes and conversations from last week’s event. On today’s show, we’ll discuss what we learned from two coaches we didn’t discuss last week after the media session. We’ll be diving into our conversations with offensive line coach Ryan Clanton and special teams coordinator Justin Lustig on today’s show. We’ll also get a recruiting update from this past weekend, including some bad news for the team regarding a top target in 2027.

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Penn State O-Line Outline

Of course, we’ll start today’s show with the end of the football season in America after the Seattle Seahawks won the Super Bowl on Sunday night in San Francisco. We’ll discuss the game and what we thought of the night.

One of the most interesting conversations from last week was with offensive line coach Ryan Clanton. The new Penn State offensive line leader discussed what he wants from each position up front, how he sees certain players working out based on their skills, and revealed some fascinating details about transfer center Brock Riker. We’ll discuss that conversation and some of those details on today’s show.

Recruiting weekend update

Next, we’ll discuss the news from the weekend orbiting Penn State’s recruiting staff. There have been both good and bad updates for the Nittany Lions this week concerning the 2027 class. Who is back in the picture and who didn’t include the team in their top four schools? Reporter Sean Fitz will discuss those topics on today’s show.

Finally, we’ll end today’s chat with fans by discussing special teams coach Justin Lustin. Fitz spoke with Lustig at the media day last week and will explain why Lustig was one of the biggest underrated retentions for the new staff this offseason cycle.

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Penn State Dominates Nebraska Heads Into Final Big Ten Stretch

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 5 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Penn State wrestling hits the road on Thursday for Friday's Big Ten dual meet at Michigan. The Wolverines are the No. 10 team in the country in the NWCA coaches poll. They carry a record of 8-3 into the contest. Cael Sanderson's No. 1 Nittany Lions, meanwhile, are 12-0 and seek their 84th consecutive match victory.

Reporter Greg Pickel discusses the win from last week against Nebraska, the rankings update, and then previews the upcoming Friday night dual with Michigan.

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Penn State’s Offseason Just Took a Wild Turn | Staff Takeaways, Recruiting News & More

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 5 Feb 2026 19:49:14 +0000

Penn State football is on to the second phase of the 2026 offseason now that national signing day is in the books. We’ve got a jam-packed show with plenty of information, breaking news, and more. Today, we’ll be discussing our impressions and the biggest takeaways from the staff introduction during the Winter Media Day on Wednesday. We’ll discuss the latest news with the 2027 recruiting class, a commitment from this past weekend, plus breaking news that will impact the team in a big way this year.

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Penn State receiver room is snakebit

The breaking news this morning is that just after being introduced to the Penn State media on Wednesday, wide receivers coach Noah Pauley is leaving the program to become the receivers coach of the Green Bay Packers. Pauley developed a reputation at North Dakota State and at Iowa State as a developer of game-breaking receivers and will now head off to coach one of his former pupils, Christian Watson, with the Packers.

The move leaves a huge void at a critical position, which new Penn State head coach Matt Campbell will have to scramble to fill. We’ll discuss the impact and what comes next for the team, which hasn’t had positive wide receiver news in about five years.

Class of 2027 updates and a commitment

Not all of the news this week is bad. The team picked up a commitment from a 2028 cornerback from McDowell High School, Deonte Flemings. We’ll discuss the impact of picking up a player two years out, his potential and what else we know about the newest Nittany Lion.

From there, we’ll pivot to discuss the other recruiting news on today’s show, including a top Penn State target decommitting from a rival school, more predictions for Penn State to land a top linebacker, and where Penn State goes from here for running back in 2027.

Between the Lines

From there, we’ll transition into discussing the things we saw and heard from the Penn State staff on Wednesday. We’ll discuss three key points from Campbell about his staff and roster-building on both sides of the football. Next, we’ll discuss what we heard from coordinators Taylor Mouser and D’Anton Lynn during the breakout media sessions.

Finally, we’ll discuss which other coordinators we found interesting and intriguing, including GM Derek Hoodjer, who spoke to the media alongside the positional staff during the event. Join us for the jam packed start to February on the BWI Live Recruiting Show!

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Two Months of Change: How Matt Campbell Has Reshaped Penn State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 3 Feb 2026 16:51:26 +0000

We get our first introduction to Matt Campbell’s staff this week, with the team hosting a National Signing Day press conference with the full staff in attendance on Wednesday of this week. It will also be our first chance to meet with Campbell since his introductory press conference in early December. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’re previewing what we expect from tomorrow’s press conference, discussing what we want to learn, and recapping the last two months since Campbell took over. We’ll also discuss the latest recruiting news, including the unfortunate update for Penn State that five-star running back Kemon Spell committed to Georgia this week.

Join us today, live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss those comments and more! We’ll take your questions and thoughts live on air during the hour-long show to get the pulse of Penn State fans. Want to know when breaking news hits during the offseason? Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable notifications! That way, you’ll receive alerts when we post breaking news, commitments, and more.

Penn State misses out on Spell, preview of tomorrow’s event

The stated reason for Wednesday’s press conference is that tomorrow is National Signing Day for college football. With that in mind, we’ll start today’s show with the news that Penn State lost out on a top regional prospect for the Class of 2027. Spell, an elite recruit and one-time commit to Penn State, committed to Georgia on Monday afternoon. Recruiting reporter Sean Fitz will discuss the twists and turns in Spell’s recruitment that had Penn State in the lead, before quickly fading to the Bulldogs.

Next, we’ll preview what we expect to learn from tomorrow’s press conference. Despite it’s stated reason, we expect to discuss recruiting very little. Tomorrow will be the first time that the media will meet Campbell’s fully assembled staff. We’ll also get our first extended sitdown with Campbell since his introductory press conference. We’ll discuss the things we expect to learn, what we want to learn and what storylines we expect to come from the event.

Two-month superlatives

In the last two months, Campbell had to assemble his staff, learn the old Penn State roster, build a retention plan for the players he wanted to keep, execute that plan, recruit his old players from Iowa State, and find key players in the wider transfer portal, all while trying to recruit for 2026 and 2027.

With February here, it’s the first dead period in recruiting and the first, presumably, normal schedule after Campbell had to speed-run building Penn State in his image over the last two months. In that light, we’ll do a check-in at this turning point by giving out some superlatives. We’ll track the best, worst, and most underrated moves of the last two months. We’ll examine the roster Campbell built at Penn State, and hash out what we think were the biggest risks and smartest moves.

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Penn State Wrestling Faces First Real Test of Big Ten Season | Nebraska Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:43:04 +0000

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A marquee college wrestling matchup is on tap tonight in State College. No. 1 Penn State (11-0) will face No. 6 Nebraska (9-5) on Friday at the Bryce Jordan Center. It marks the Nittany Lions' first top 10 showdown of the season. Reporter Greg Pickel discusses the team's 99-0 romp over the past weekend when they defeated Indiana and Maryland in epic fashion.

Then, he spends most of the show previewing and predicting the upcoming top ten dual between Nebraska and Penn State, featuring multiple top ten matchups.

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Penn State Recruiting Momentum Builds After Junior Day as Final January Push Approaches

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:23:36 +0000

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The Penn State Football team has one more weekend to make a first in-person impression on recruits in the 2027 and 2028 classes, and it starts on Saturday. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show for a jam-packed episode where we discuss the reaction to last week’s Junior Day, preview the coming one, give you updates on the final On300 rankings for the 2026 recruiting class, and then discuss where the coaches have been checking in on recruits while out on the road.

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Good news for Penn State’s 2027 recruiting

While he won’t be here for the official weekend, Rivals national reporter Steve Wiltfong wrote on Tuesday that star offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller planned to visit Penn State this week. We’ll discuss the significance of that news and the additional information that Hiller planned to visit Ohio State for the final recruiting weekend of the month.

We’ll also start the show with the best news about the updated Class of 2026 rankings from Rivals this week before getting to the rest of the info later in the show. Which players made a significant jump in the standings? Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will discuss.

Junior Day visitors this week

Next, we’ll discuss the players Snyder and Fitz know will be on campus this weekend. The team hosted just two junior days because of the transfer portal window at the beginning of the month. Now, they are making every effort to bring in key players on campus before the dead period begins in February. We’ll discuss which players are coming and which ones Penn State fans should know about.

From there, we’ll return to the players who came to campus this past weekend and the conversations that Snyder had with players about their experience with the new Penn State staff. Which player reactions stood out the most to Snyder? We’ll ask him!

On300 and coaches on the road

We’re in the final days of the contact period, and coaches have been out on the road visiting key prospects across the country. Where has the staff been in the last week? We’ll discuss the players and schools that stand out on the staff's cross-country trips.

Lastly, we’ll finish the show by discussing the On300 rankings for the Class of 2026. It’s the final update as Penn State signs its recruiting class next Wednesday. We’ll discuss where Penn State’s hastily assembled group stands in the final rankings and where players moved in the lineup to end the cycle.

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Penn State’s 2026 Football Schedule Revealed: Tough Stretches, Key Breaks & Early Takeaways

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:15:55 +0000

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The Penn State football schedule for 2026 is finally out. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll react to the schedule, show you the season broken down by month and then give you our thoughts on how it worked out for the Nittany Lions. We’ll also speculate about which games make the most sense for the biggest home themes of the 2026 schedule. Finally, we’ll discuss the latest news and information about Penn State football players involved in the NFL Draft process.

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Penn State's 2026 schedule revealed

Penn State fans finally know when the team will be playing at home and when key road games will take place in the upcoming season. On today’s show, we’ll break down the schedule in detail. We’ll give you each home and road date announced on the Big Ten Network last night then we’ll give our initial reactions to it. Which games are the sneakiest? What’s the toughest stretch? Where did Penn State luck out? We’ll discuss.

Next, we’ll discuss the Penn State football players taking part in the 2026 NFL Draft process. Nolan Rucci has been at the East-West Shrine Bowl, and five former Nittany Lions are at the Senior Bowl. We’ll discuss which players have the most to gain and which players have the most to lose from participating in the draft process.

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A Big Weekend for Penn State Football: Recruiting Buzz, Portal Adds and Roster Questions

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:50:16 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team hosted its first Junior Day of the 2027 recruiting cycle this weekend, hours ahead of a massive snowstorm. How did the event go on Saturday? We’ll discuss that, plus the two portal additions over the weekend as the team looks to round out its roster under new Penn State head coach Matt Campbell. We’ll discuss those topics, plus your thoughts on the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. Join us for your weekly dose of Penn State Football conversation and insight!

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Penn State adds two more players from the portal

The Penn State backfield got two more additions this past weekend. While the window for entry into the transfer portal is officially closed, teams can still add players to the roster if they can get them enrolled on campus. The team added DIII quarterback Connor Barry and Delaware running back Amare Glover to the team this past weekend. We’ll discuss what both players bring to the team. Can either push for playing time or a spot in the two-deep this fall? We’ll discuss.

The staff roster buildout continues as well. Campbell added former University of North Texas defensive coordiantor Matt Caponi to the staff this week in an analyst role. We’ll discuss his ties to the program and what the staff looks like as Campbell and his leadership team settle into their new, expanded budget.

Weekend Recruiting recap

Next, we’ll dig into the team’s recruiting efforts over the weekend with the team’s first Junior Day of the year. Reporter Sean Fitz discusses how things went for the new staff and their first impressions on a group of key individuals from the state and region who visited this past weekend. Did superstar running back Kemon Spell make the trip? We’ll give fans the outline of where things stand heading into the team’s final recruiting weekend before a February dead period.

Roster development needs

Finally, we’ll end the show by looking at the 2026 roster. Penn State has talent across the depth chart, but unlike last year, this group is not loaded with returning seniors at every position. Today, we’ll discuss which positions need improvement ahead of the season to ensure the team has a competitive, balanced roster. Join the show at 10 a.m. to give your thoughts!

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Penn State Wrestling Sets Another Historic Achievement | Season Superlatives

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000

The Penn State Wrestling team has set incredible marks of achievement under head coach Cael Sanderson. The team is in the process of obliterating the consecutive dual-meet victory mark, has had ten All-Americans in one season, and is now adding to that in a small way. Currently, the team has six wrestlers, Luke Lilledahl, Shayne Van Ness, Mitchell Mesenbrink, Levi Haines, Rocco Welsh and Josh Barr, who are all number-one ranked at their weight classes.

Reporter Greg Pickel discusses the "halfway" point superlatives of the season on today's show, recaps the win over Iowa, and previews the upcoming weekend against Indiana and Maryland.

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Penn State Recruiting Adds another MASSIVE Edge Rusher to Class 2026: Elijah Reeder

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:57:27 +0000

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Penn State has added New Jersey native Elijah Reeder to its Class of 2026 following his official visit to State College this past weekend.

A native of Bayville, Reeder was a late addition for Matt Campbell during his time at Iowa State, adding the Central Regional prospect on Dec. 3, the day the early signing period opened. The 6-foot-6, 210-pound defensive end took an official visit to Iowa State just two days prior.

“He’s got a unique trait, size, 6’8 wingspan, a guy that’s got great size, great ability,” said Campbell during Iowa State’s signing day event. “We brought him in this weekend when we got back from Oklahoma State. He’s got a great mom, great family, great skill set. It’s going to be really fun to see where he’s got the ability to go.”

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During his senior season, Reeder totaled 50 tackles, 19 tackles for loss and eight sacks. He picked up an offer from Missouri after backing out of his commitment to Iowa State. Rutgers also showed interest, but Reeder decided to take just the one official visit to Penn State. He joins Pennsylvania native and four-star prospect Jackson Ford as the two defensive line commits in Penn State’s 2026 class.

According to Rivals’ Industry Rankings, which combines Rivals, 247Sports and ESPN for a cumulative grade, Reeder is ranked No. 525 nationally, making him the highest-ranked commit among the former Iowa State signees. He’s ranked No. 53 nationally at defensive end and ninth overall in New Jersey.

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Penn State Recruiting: Junior Days Begin With Major Momentum

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:28:49 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is now fully focused on the future. It’s January and time for Junior Days on campus for Penn State, which is roughly two weeks behind, thanks to the team’s need to build its 2026 roster in the transfer portal. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we’re discussing the latest recruiting news, including the report that the team is in the lead for five-star running back Kemon Spell. We’ll also discuss the other visitors coming in this weekend to meet the new coaching staff, plus the team’s travel schedule. Where have the coaches been in the last week or so? Reporter Ryan Snyder has been tracking the team’s progress, and we’ll discuss some of that intel on today’s show.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube! Be part of the conversation by dropping your thoughts and comments in the live chat. Of course, there’s plenty of news coming in the next few months. The team will introduce its new staff to the media, head coach Matt Campbell will get commits in the Class of 2027, and more. We’ll be here for all of it. Subscribe right now to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel and enable notifications so you don’t miss any of it along the way!

Penn State trending to retake Kemon Spell’s commitment

Earlier this week, Rivals national reporter Steve Wiltfong put in a pick for Penn State to land five-star running back Kemon Spell. Spell was originally committed to the program before decommitting during the team’s three-game losing streak in October. Now, he’s seemingly on the verge of joining the new staff in Happy Valley. So, what do our reporters think of the situation? Snyder and Sean Fitz will discuss what they know of the Spell situation and what they think the timeline for a decision may be for Spell.

We’ll discuss the broader impact of getting Spell back in the fold for the team’s reputation in the region and as a staff stepping up to a higher level of competition.

Junior Day visits

Of course, Spell isn’t the only player visiting this weekend, and he’s not the only elite player in Pennsylvania for this cycle. We’ll discuss the other players who plan to attend Penn State’s first Junior Day. Is the team making the right moves to make up ground on their late start into the Class of 2027? We’ll discuss how the team shortened the curve by keeping Terry Smith and key staffers on the roster.

Finally, we’ll discuss where the coaching staff has been over the last week since the transfer portal closed and the open period started, where coaches can go on in-home visits.

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Too High or Justified? Breaking Down Penn State’s Early Top 25 Buzz

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:16:10 +0000

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The Penn State football team is fully in recruiting mode for the team’s 2026 offseason. With junior days right around the corner, there’s finally time for us to discuss the team’s upcoming season. With the Big Ten schedule release next Tuesday, we’re spending today’s BWI Live Show previewing the schedule before it’s announced. We’ll discuss the most important games and highlight where we think certain matchups will land on the calendar. We’ll discuss the latest Penn State news, including a way-too-early top 25 ranking for the coming season. Plus, we’ll discuss which players we think need to develop this offseason for the team to reach those rankings estimations.

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Good news for Penn State recruiting

We’ll start the show discussing the latest Penn State recruiting news. Yesterday, Rivals national reporter Steve Wiltfong put in his prediction for former Penn State commit Kemon Spell to rejoin the team’s Class of 2027. We’ll discuss the impact of that coming true, and what Spell means to the team’s efforts to rebuild its relationships and footing in Pennsylvania early in new head coach Matt Campbell’s time as the team’s leader.

Next, we’ll shift our focus to 2026. There are several way-too-early top 25 team rankings out for next year. Reporter Greg Pickel has aggregated them all into one spot for fans, and today, we’ll talk about them. Is Penn State worthy of inclusion in a top 25 after its work in the trasnfer portal? We’ll discuss the pros and cons of the team’s work in the first months of Year One under Campbell.

Big Ten schedule release

After our weekly Best Bets segment, we’ll discuss the upcoming schedule, which will dictate Penn State’s actual rankings among the Big Ten and the nation next year. Which game do we think will be the annual White Out? Which games to do we think matter the most to the team’s final record? We’ll show you the schedule and then dissect the meaningful parts on the show.

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Is Penn State Built to Win in 2026? Roster, Portal & CFP Takeaways

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:27:49 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team brought in 50 new players over the last two months to radically reshape the team for the future. First-year head coach Matt Campbell assembled his roster quickly, with a big emphasis on retaining key players from the former roster. Today, we’ll discuss how all of that went, plus we’re recapping the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship Game. Is there something Penn State can learn about the way you can win in college football from Curt Cignetti? We’ll discuss the major takeaways from how they got it done in the biggest moments, going undefeated and winning a championship.

We’ll also give you a quick recruiting update. Penn State will host Junior Days this weekend, throwing its weight fully into the 2027 recruiting cycle now that the portal window is officially closed for entry. Finally, we’ll review where the team stands from a construction standpoint this offseason.

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Not only did Indiana repeat as the dark horse Big 10 team in 2025, but they also became the favorite on the way to an undefeated national championship run. What are the most important traits of the team’s success that other coaches and programs can emulate? We’ll discuss what we took away from the Hoosiers championship win over Miami.

Next, we’ll discuss the latest transfer portal movement from Miami and Indiana this morning and we’ll discuss where Penn State stands in the portal acquisition phase of its team-building process. Can they add more players if quality talent becomes available from either team? Will they try? We’ll discuss the “well, technically” portion of the portal.

Of course, the majority of this offseason’s changes are done. With that in mind, we’ll discuss Penn State’s most important portal acquisitions this year.

Penn State recruiting update and roster breakdown

The team is barreling towards its first Junior Day of the 2026 offseason and needs to make up ground in the recruitment of 2027 prospects. We’ll discuss the biggest name that’s interested in joining the team this weekend for its first event in Happy Valley. Reporter Sean Fitz will tell fans the latest on what’s up with five-star running back Kemon Spell.

Finally, we’ll recap the team’s makeup by grade. Does the team have enough balance between current and future talent to make it work now and in the future? Is the model of retention and development dead? We’ll discuss.

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Penn State Portal Grades: Home Run at QB, Real Questions at Key Positions

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 20:30:35 +0000

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The Penn State football team rebuilt its roster in the portal in the span of two weeks. Here's where new head coach Matt Campbell and his staff won and where there are concerns left on the table after the mad dash to get players to Happy Valley.

T-Frank discusses the grades for Penn State quarterback and receiver work, plus the highs and lows of the defensive acquisition.

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Penn State Wrestling vs Iowa Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:00:00 +0000

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Following a slight hiatus due to the team being off and then the college football transfer portal window, th Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show is back to preview the Lions' first double dual weekend of the 2025-2026 regular season. Head coach Cael Sanderson's team is already the NCAA leader in all-time consecutive dual meet wins with 78 and counting. Will they hit 80 this weekend and continue their quest to pass NAIA school Grand View for the longest streak in college wrestling history with 117?

Host Thomas Frank Carr and Greg Pickel eventually get into that conversation. First, though, the pair review the start of the Big Ten season and what we've learned so far. The highlights of that conversation include new records, a new starter, and that the freshmen are doing just fine so far. Most of the talk centers on junior Braeden Davis taking over for classmate Aaron Nagao, who is now hurt and out for the season, at 141 pounds.

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The Portal Is Closing | Penn State’s 2027 Recruiting Push Begins

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:37:42 +0000

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The Penn State football team is putting its finishing touches on the 2026 transfer portal and recruiting classes this week. The team has acquired 38 players via the transfer portal in the last two weeks, with the latest coming on Wednesday night. Today, we’ll wrap up the portal with the latest commit, then turn the page to 2027. Finally, we’ll circle back to 2026 to discuss the final prospects the team is trying to add in the late signing period. Join recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder on today’s show as they discuss the team’s pivot to try to acquire talent for the upcoming recruiting class.

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Penn State adds another Iowa State defender

One of the last remaining starters from the Iowa State defense in 2026 joined the program on Wednesday night. Defensive lineman Ikenna Ezeogu committed to Penn State out of the portal, making him the second Cyclone defensive lineman to join the team. We’ll discuss his skills, fit, and potential role in the team’s new-look defense.

From there, we’ll discuss the defensive line and what we see with the defensive front and how it fits together.

2027 Recruiting hits high gear this weekend

January is usually a big month for Penn State football recruiting, featuring coaching visits on the road during the week and junior days during the four weekends of the month. However, the new staff had to compress the timeline and focus on the transfer portal in earnest. Now that it’s closing, the staff will pivot to focus on 2027. Snyder and Fitz will discuss where head coach Matt Campbell and his staff will be starting today, as the staff can get out and see recruits.

This cycle is a bumper crop in the region, with top prospects like Max Hiller, Kemon Spell, and Kahlil Taylor in the state. How far behind is the new Penn State staff in the recruiting game? We’ll discuss how those relationships are playing out and how the team can make up ground.

Finishing out 2026

Finally, we’ll return to the Class of 2026 and the remaining players the team is targeting in this cycle. There are a few names who will visit the program in the next few days, which Snyder will discuss with the team today. Can Penn State make a final push for legacy wide receiver prospect Samson Gash? Join the show to find out!

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Penn State’s Final Portal Checklist: What’s Left as the Window Closes

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:23:27 +0000

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The Penn State football team has nearly completed the marathon-level sprint of team building in the first two months under first-year head coach Matt Campbell. The transfer portal officially closes on Friday afternoon and the team is nearly done adding players to its roster for the coming 2026 season. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’ll discuss the work the team has left to do on its current roster, with unannounced players, and final touches from the portal. We’ll also discuss the latest news and information about the team to start today’s show.

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Penn State news update

We’ll start today’s show with the latest Penn State football news and information from the last 24 hours. The team officially welcomed running backs coach Savion Huggins on Tuesday evening. Huggins was the final on-field coach the team needed to replace as part of the roster transition that happened after Campbell took over this December. The team also added a new analyst to the roster, which reporter Greg Pickel will detail for fans to start the show. Of course, today’s show is about the portal closing, so we’ll detail exactly how much time is left for Penn State to make moves and add the finishing touches to its roster before the window closes.

Portal needs and retention wins left to address

The team still has over a dozen players who have not made an announcement about their intentions in the transfer portal. At this stage, it’s safer to assume they’re staying than not, but anything can happen. We’ll detail the biggest wins from the undeclared group that would be the biggest benefit to the program if they are on the roster as of next Monday.

Which positions and players make the most sense? We’ll give ours on the show, and fans are free to give their thoughts in the live chat.

Next, we’ll talk about the team’s remaining needs in the trasnfer portal. While there are plenty of areas where the team can sharpen its roster, we’ll pick out three spots that the team can still address in the portal.

Best bets and rule changes

Finally, we’ll end the show with our weekly best bets segment. Which teams and games is Pickel interested in this week? Join the show to findout what mix of teams, leagues and games he has on his plate for this week.

Lastly, we’ll discuss the latest news from the AFCA convention and the rule changes that coaches want to implement in the sport for the coming year. How can the redshirt rule change this offseason? We’ll discuss the future of the sport and where eligibility standards are heading.

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Why Penn State Is Reinvesting in Linebackers on Defense + Portal Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:45:48 +0000

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It’s been less than five full days since the last BWI Live Show, and in that time, the Penn State football team has made some significant changes to its team through the transfer portal. As always, we’ll recap the news and tell you what it means on the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Today, we’ll recap the most recent reversals and departures from the program, recap the transfer additions to the team since last Thursday, and then discuss the new-look Penn State defense. Cam Wallace returns to a reshaped Penn State linebacker room this week. We’ll dive into the changes from last season and why the team is likely reinvesting in the position under new Penn State defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn.

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Penn State roster moves

Today, we’ll start the show with the latest Penn State roster news. After announcing his commitment to stay at Penn State, redshirt freshman running back Tikey Hayes decommitted from the program this weekend and quickly found his way to South Carolina. In a reversal, running back Cam Wallace chose to withdraw from the transfer portal and rejoin the team. We’ll discuss the impact of those moves on the roster and what it means for the Penn State running back room in 2026.

Next, we’ll recap the list of transfer additions since last Thursday after the show. The team has been hard at work gaining the commitments of key players and reserves on both sides of the football. We’ll discuss those players and give our thoughts on the most important or best additions in the last five days. Is safety Jereminah Cooper the missing piece on defense? Will Texas State’s Brock Riker be the starting center next year? We’ll discuss.

Return of LBU

Today’s main topic is a look at the Penn State defense and how the team will transform under Lynn as the new DC. We’ll primarily focus on the team’s linebacker room after redshirt freshman Cam Wallace announced that he’s returning to the team for the upcoming season. After studying the defense, we’ll discuss how the team’s infusion of Iowa State talent meshes with Tony Rojas and the Penn State roster under Lynn.

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Why Penn State Is Reinvesting in Linebackers on Defense + Portal Update

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Scouting the Vertical Receivers Penn State Wants in Its Offense

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:40:27 +0000

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Penn State football added another wide receiver out of the transfer portal on Monday in Kieth Jones Jr from Grambling State. Instead of just breaking down the skills and areas of development for the latest addition, T-Frank takes you a step deeper. On today's video, he outlines why the team needs big, fast wide receivers in its offense. He shows you the video of Rocco Becht's passing attack in 2025 and explains why receivers coach Noah Pauley has a type. Finally, he shows how Jones fits that mold and where he will play in the offense.

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Penn State’s Portal Blitz Rolls On: New Commit, Visits & Big Needs Remain

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 8 Jan 2026 16:35:14 +0000

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The Penn State football team still needs dozens of players to fill out its 2026 roster, including key starting positions. Yet with all of that, the team is also working on building for the future with recruiting. We’ll tackle both conversations today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz as they discuss the team’s efforts to find the right players for the short and long term in the first year under Penn State head coach Matt Campbell.

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Portal Prospect vitis

Of course, the main topic for most fans is the constant stream of portal visitors coming to Happy Valley in the two-week blitz for player additions. We’ll discuss the latest players to visit Penn State and what they would mean to the program should they sign with the Nittany Lions. Today we’ll feature defensive tackle Xion Chapman, who visited the program this past week and spoke to Snyder about the experience.

We’ll then broaden the conversation to the other prospects that our guests think are important to add to the roster for the upcoming season. Want to submit a name for consideration? Join the chat and give your take!

Finally, we’ll outline the positions that most need to add bodies for the upcoming season. While the answer right now is “all of them,” we’ll narrow the list down to the top three or four positions that have the biggest needs on the roster.

Penn State gets another commit in the Class of 2026

In the flurry of news about the team’s portal action, it would be easy to miss the news that Penn State signed another Class of 2026 prospect this week. State College native D’Antae Sheffy committed to the program. The running back was on the previous staff’s radar but was not part of the original Class of 2026. We’ll discuss what’s changed and what Fitz and Snyder know about Sheffy, and the situation at running back.

Of course, it’s a good time to review the Class of 2026 and where it stands heading into the middle of January.

Finally, we’ll preview the next phase in recruiting for the new staff. How can the staff fit junior days into the equation with the portal at full blast? We’ll discuss the team’s next phase in recruiting to end the show.

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Penn State’s Portal Turns: Unexpected Exits, Key Adds, and the Bigger Picture

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 7 Jan 2026 16:28:14 +0000

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The Penn State football team continues to make waves in the portal, both good and bad. On today’s show, we’ll discuss the latest movement from the team, including players who have signed with the program in the last 24 hours and players who surprisingly reversed course and entered the portal. Join the BWI Live show today to discuss that, plus our superlatives list for the first five days of action in the wildest time in college football.

We’ll be taking your questions throughout the show to discuss whatever topics you find most interesting about Penn State football and the team’s program-building plans through the first third of the portal. We’ll also give you a recap of the latest coaching movement with the team after several critical moves on the defensive side of the football have become official.

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Surprise Penn State portal movement on Tuesday

Days after publicly announcing that they intended to return to Penn State, both receiver Tyseer Denmark and safety Dejuan Lane reversed course and put their names into the transfer portal. We’ll discuss the impact of those decisions, what it means for the offense and defense, and how the team can adjust to the loss of those two players.

On the flip side, Penn State added another body to its revamped running back room on Tuesday night with former Ohio State rusher James Peoples. We’ll give you a scouting report of Peoples and what he brings to the program.

Finally, we’ll review the players who haven’t made an announcement one way or the other about their future plans. Which players are most valuable to the team’s future? We’ll pick out the names that matter.

Portal superlatives

Next, we’ll stop the analysis and review to have some fun. We’re handing out superlatives one-third of the way through the transfer portal season. Reporter Greg Pickel put together a list of superlatives for the team, including the biggest surprises, best gets, and more. Join us to give your thoughts on the categories and players!

Penn State’s Portal Turns: Unexpected Exits, Key Adds, and the Bigger Picture

Best Bets and Coaching updates

Finally, Pickel will give you his best bets of the week. We’re looking at the postseason in football today by previewing the Jaguars and Packers playoff chances in the NFL and what Pickel thinks of Ole Miss getting 3.5 in the next round of the CFP.

Finally, we’ll recap the latest coaching moves on the defensive side of the ball now that titles have been officially announced for key staff additions.

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Dejuan Lane Enters Portal + Elite Upside? Scouting the new Penn State D-Line Commits

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 6 Jan 2026 21:47:59 +0000

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Penn State football was having a productive day in the transfer portal. The team picked up two young and talented defensive line commits in Alexander McPherson and Armstrong Nnodim. Then, star safety Dejuan Lane entered the transfer portal.

We discuss all of that on today's video.

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Scouting Penn State's latest transfer portal additions + Dejuan Lane Entering Portal

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Penn State Adds 20 Transfers: What the Portal Flood Really Means

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 6 Jan 2026 16:43:51 +0000

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The Penn State football team’s second phase of radical transformation began this past weekend with dozens of players visiting campus, many of them former Iowa State players. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’ll try to sort through the flood of information and make sense of it all for Penn State fans. We’ll discuss the names you need to know from the Iowa State transfer list, the players visiting and committing who aren’t former Cylcones, plus the latest from the defensive coach reset.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. to discuss all of that and more! We’ll be taking your questions via the live chat function on the video and addressing anything and everything related to Penn State football! If you can’t make the live show, be sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you’ll know when we go live, post breaking news or any of our other great content.

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Penn State Portal additions

There’s no other place to start today than to discuss the Penn State portal additions flooding in from Ames, IA. Penn State added 19 former Cyclones to the roster in the last three days. Should fans be worried about the number of Big 12 players taking a step up in competition to the highest level of the Big Ten? We’ll discuss the nuance of the situation and what to make of the additions.

Of course, not every player will come from Iowa. There are plenty of other players on campus this weekend, and we’ll discuss some of the names to know, including Keanu Williams, who committed to the program from UCLA on Monday night.

Some fans are concerned that the team isn’t aggressive enough in targeting “star” players in the portal. Is that true, and if so, why? Athletic director Pat Kraft set out a vision and a large sum of money for the team to use. Do we think they’re using it?

Portal retention and departures

In the midst of that, several key players on the Penn State roster also made decisions about their futures. We’ll discuss the impact of Amare Campbell's departure from the program and Malachi Goodman's stay on board. Of course, Tyseer Denmark also decided to stay, so we’ll factor that into the list of players who have decided since the last time we sat down for a show.

Coaching updates

Finally, we’ll review the coaching news from the last several days, which finally gave fans clarity on the defensive staff. We’ll discuss what we’ve learned about defensive line coach Ikaika Malloe and how he fits into the plan going forward with the rumors of another defenisve line coach joining the staff. We’ll also address the same situation at linebacker with former Cincinnati defensive coordiantor Tyson Veidt joining the staff that already includes Dan Connor as linebackers coach.

Finally, what’s the latest update on the running backs coach? We’ll give you the news you need to know about the pursuit of the next RB coach. Join the show at 10 a.m. to discuss all of that and more!

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Penn State Adds 20 Transfers: What the Portal Flood Really Means

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4 Defensive Linemen Penn State Is Targeting in the Transfer Portal

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 5 Jan 2026 20:41:01 +0000

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Defensive line portal breakdown Pt 1: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/breaking-down-penn-states-defensive-line-options-in-the-transfer-portal-part-1/

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There’s been a flurry of activity this weekend as the Penn State coaching staff welcomed a host of former Iowa State players to the program. While those players are critical to the team’s immediate success, how they fit—and what their additions say about the team’s future—are becoming clearer. I’ll be providing breakdowns of each position and player in the coming days, but this weekend I spent my time scouting defensive line targets.

Not only is the defensive line’s transition a key part of the team’s success next season, but most of that talent won’t be coming from Ames. On top of that, the team is incorporating a new defensive scheme under coordinator D’Anton Lynn. Identifying what Penn State is prioritizing along the defensive line will tell us more about the types of players and traits the staff values. It will also provide insight into the kind of front they want to build.

With so much information to sort through, we’ll be doing this in stages. Today, we’re disucssing four defensive line targets in the portal. Learn more about Keanu Williams, Alijah Carnell, Joe Hjelle and Anto Saka.

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4 Defensive Linemen Penn State Is Targeting in the Transfer Portal

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Grading Penn State's offensive portal retention so far

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 4 Jan 2026 17:13:28 +0000

Penn State head coach Matt Campbell and GM Derek Hoojer have been working to get to know the current roster and develop a retention plan for the team ahead of the 2026 portal. How has that plan gone so far? We’ll grade each offensive position for its ability to keep quality players in the Lasch Building so far. While many have announced their intentions to leave or return, there’s a handful of players at each position who have yet to make their plans known. We’ll issue a grade now, but reserve the right to update it as we learn more about the undecided situations over time.

Today, we focus on the quarterback and offensive tackle positions with the loss of Ethan Grunkemeyer to the portal, but the retention of Anthony Donkoh and several other offensive tackles.

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Penn State Transfer Portal Update: Who’s In, Who’s Out, and What’s Next

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 2 Jan 2026 17:10:29 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team had a much more successful retention plan in place than many expected in the week leading up to the opening of the 2026 transfer portal on Friday. Key players on offense and defense chose to stay with the program under first-year head coach Matt Campbell for the upcoming season. Still, the team also lost players who intended to test the portal and find a new home, including a key quarterback. We’ll discuss all of that, plus the latest on which players will join the program out of the transfer portal today.

Join the BWI Live Transfer Portal Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube! Blue White Illustrated reporter Sean Fitz joins us for an hour to discuss the activity this week and what he makes of the situation heading into the first official weekend of the 2026 roster-building season.

Two Penn State targets emerge on Day One

There are a number of places we could start today’s show, but we’ll begin with the latest news, which includes the players that Penn State is now predicted to get out of the portal now that it’s open. It’s no surprise that Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht and tight end Benjamin Brahmer already have predictions placed that they will sign with Penn State. We’ll discuss the news and the fit within the program now that we know more about what will be around them.

The coaching staff has also done an excellent job of retaining key players in the week heading up to the transfer portal. We’ll review the names that have announced their return this week. Who stands out, and which players are most pivotal to the team’s ability to compete in the coming season? We’ll break down the situation for Penn State fans on today’s show.

Portal hits Lions hard on Friday

Of course, the largest number of players making a move today are leaving the program. We’ll outline the players moving on from the Penn State football team and which players are the biggest loss to Campbell and his staff. Of course, the biggest blow came on Thursday evening when starting quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer announced that he’s entering the transfer portal and looking for a new place to start this upcoming season.

Finally, we’ll circle back to the biggest news of the week. Penn State hired USC defensive coordinator and alum D’Anton Lynn to lead the defense. We’ll discuss the situation as he settles into his role and the coaches he’s added to the staff since coming on board mid-week.

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Penn State Closing In on a New Defensive Coordinator | Latest on D’Anton Lynn

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:37:26 +0000

Penn State appears to be closing in on its next defensive coordinator as momentum builds around D’Anton Lynn.

On today’s BWI Live Show, we examine where the process stands, what hurdles remain, and what Lynn would bring to Penn State’s defense if the deal gets finalized.

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New Penn State head coach Matt Campbell took a little longer than expected, but he finally got his defensive coordinator this week. At least, that’s what the reports are as of Tuesday morning. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll discuss the team’s pursuit of USC defensive coordinator D’Anton Lynn and what to make of the team’s plans now that Lynn is reportedly going to be the new defensive coordinator. We’ll also discuss the latest movement from the Penn State roster with the portal opening on Friday. Several key players have opted to return, while others have made their intentions to leave known.

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Penn State closing in on Lynn

With the news that Penn State is nearing a deal for Lynn, it’s time to take a serious look at his defensive style and philosophy. On today’s show, we’ll give you the latest on what’s going on, and we’ll detail what Lynn believes in as a defensive coordinator. We’ll also discuss the roots of his coaching style and what his addition to the Penn State coaching staff means for the personnel and direction of the defensive roster.

We’ll also outline the key players that Penn State should target in retention now that Lynn is close to a deal with the program. Which players give Lynn what he wants and the most freedom to run a defense he’d like to run? We’ll outline the top six players that Penn State should focus on retaining, if possible, in order to build a competitive defense in year one.

Portal retention and loss update

Next, we’ll recap what we know so far about the Penn State transfer portal situation. Several players made their intentions known on Monday about whether they would stay or go. We’ll let you know what Keon Wylie, Anthony Ivey, and Cooper Cousins decided this week, and we’ll outline why some of those decisions are so important for the team’s roster building in 2026.

On3 national reporter Pete Nakos also detailed the players Penn State is interested in pursuing when the portal opens, as well as which players Campbell and his staff are trying to retain.

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Penn State vs Clemson Pinstripe Bowl Recap: Grunkemeyer, Defense, and the Matt Campbell Era Begins

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:37:33 +0000

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The Penn State football team completed its Hollywood-esque comeback in the 2025 season with a win over Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday. The team finished the season 4-3 under interim head coach Terry Smith and played one of its most complete games of the season in its final performance. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll discuss those topics, plus preview the start of the offseason now that the team has fully transitioned into new head coach Matt Campbell’s leadership. We’ll discuss new names entering the transfer portal that may find their way to Penn State this offseason, plus discuss the situation with the coaching staff as we enter the final week of the year.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. for that and more! We’ll be taking your questions and comments throughout the show as part of our rundown for today. Drop you thoughts in the live chat for a chance to have them on the show. If you can’t make the live broadcast, you can always watch us on replay on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, or listen to the podcast version anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State vs Clemson recap

We’ll start the show by discussing the offensive performance that Penn State put together under quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer in his final start of the 2025. Season. Was “Grunk” as good as it seemed? We’ll discuss the analytics and the film to discuss Grunkemeyer’s performance against the Clemson defense.

We’ll also recap what we saw from the Penn State offensive line, tight ends, receivers, and running backs in the game against Clemson. Did any other players stand out and provide a new perspective on their skills? We’ll discuss the standout performers from the game.

Next, we’ll flip to the defensive side of the football and discuss the team’s shutdown performance against Clemson. How were they able to stymie the Tigers’ offensive attack under senior quarterback Cade Klubnik? We’ll discuss Penn State’s plan of attack and what allowed Penn State to keep Clemson to just three points through three quarters.

Offseason begins now

Finally, we’ll take a look at the team’s future. The transfer portal opens on Friday, and Penn State still doesn’t have a defensive coordinator. We’ll update the situation with the coaching staff buildout, and take a look at the names who have appeared in the transfer portal from Iowa State in recent days. We’ll also preview the roster and update fans on any news that breaks during the show. Join the BWI Live Show Today at 10 a.m. on YouTube!

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Penn State’s Latest Flip: What Ben Whitver’s Film Reveals About His Big Ten Fit

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:57:48 +0000

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The new Penn State recruiting staff pulled another flip late in the recruiting process on Saturday, shortly after the team won the Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson. Three-star wide receiver Ben Whitver flipped from JMU to the Nittany Lions, making him the tenth player in the Class of 2026.

So is Penn State settling on a player that won’t cut it in the Big Ten? Or did every other school, including the previous staff, miss on Whitver? We’ll take you inside his impressive Under Armour camp from last summer and give you a film analysis of his performance from his senior season.

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Penn State Gets A Win Over Clemson And Ends 2025 On A High Note: Postgame Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 22:36:27 +0000

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The Penn State football team battled in a snowy Yankee Stadium against the Clemson Tigers and came out on top Saturday, finishing the season 7-6 and with a winning record in 2025. After a cold, sloppy first half, the Lions battled the elements to get the win in adverse conditions. Join the Labatt Postgame Show to discuss Terry Smith’s final game as the interm head coach for Penn State football, as the team finally closes the chapter on the last era and enters the next under Matt Campbell.

Join the show live immediately following Penn State and Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl. We’ll take your questions and comments as we discuss what happened in the game and why. If you can’t make the show, you can always watch it on replay 24/7 on the Blue White illustrated YouTube Channel, or listen anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State battles the elements and the Clemson Tigers

It was a cold and sloppy field for both Penn State and Clemson on Saturday. As a result, offense was hard to come by in the game. Both teams dealt with slipping by receivers and ball-carriers on the slick stadium surface after eight inches of snow fell in New York the night before the game. The slick surface led to less confident cutting by receivers and less open targets for both quarterbacks. The two teams combined for three official drops in the first half, but both quarterbacks finished with a sub-60% completion percentage in the first half.

However, both offenses woke up right before halftime. Clemson tied the game at 3-3 with a 10-play drive that spanned just under three minutes. Ethan Grunkemeyer and the Penn State offense responded with a ten-play 48-yard drive of their own in just over 50 seconds. That drive ended in a Ryan Barker Field goal to give the Lions a 6-3 lead heading into the locker room.

After a short third quarter in which Penn State controlled the clock, the Lions took a 9-3 lead to start the fourth quarter after a run-heavy drive to end the third.

The Penn State defense suffocated the Clemson offense, giving up just three points through three quarters and just 163 yards total through the early part of the fourth when Penn State went up by 12 points with a 71-yard touchdown strike to Trebor Pena.

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Penn State Flips Iowa State O-Linemen Pete Eglitis & Mason Bandhauer

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Penn State football secured two flips from the Iowa State Class of 2026 on the Tuesday before Christmas when Pete Eglitis and Mason Bandhauer chose to join the Nittany Lions in Happy Valley. The duo follows head coach Matt Campbell and offensive line coach Ryan Clanton to Penn State and will join the team for the upcoming year. Host of the BWI YouTube Channel and film analyst Thomas Frank Carr discusses the journey for these two football players from Iowa State to Penn State and where they could see the field in the future for the Nittany Lions.

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Penn State Enters Transfer Portal Season: Departures, Targets, and What Comes Next

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Penn State plays one final game in the 2025 season this weekend, traveling to New York to face Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl. Meanwhile, the team continues to transition from the James Franklin era to the Matt Campbell era as the team steadily works toward January and the transfer portal. This week on the BWI Live Show, we’ll discuss the team's latest roster news, including transfers from the program. Players the team may target in the portal, and the latest coaching news. The team still needs a defensive coordinator, and it still needs to finalize details with several defensive coaches.

With Christmas on Thursday, today will be the only BWI Live Show this week. However, we’ll have a full weekend of game coverage on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Join us at 9 a.m. from downtown State College as we broadcast live from the Scholar Hotel at the Big Springs Spirits Tasting room. We’ll preview the matchup between Clemson and Penn State for 90 minutes heading into the official radio pregame show. You can hear the Tailgate Show on the BWI YouTube Channel, 99.8 The Bus, or on Bigfoot Country Legends. The Tailgate Show is produced in conjunction with Seven Mountains Media.

Penn State roster reveals its new form with transfers

It’s no secret that plenty of Penn State football players plan to enter the transfer portal in the next few weeks, but some of the names are starting to come out publicly this week. Late last week, defensive end Chaz Coleman put his name into the portal, and on Monday evening, starting cornerback A.J. Harris added his name to the list.

Today, we’ll discuss the impact of losing a rising star and a top starter from the defensive secondary for the upcoming season. How many other players could make their way to the portal? We won’t speculate about names, but we’ll give fans an outline of what to expect.

On the flip side, the transfer portal is filling up with potential Penn State football players if the team is interested in bringing in outside help for 2026. The obvious place to start is the Iowa State transfer portal tracker, which has six names expected to join the ranks of players looking for a new home in the new year. We’ll discuss which names you need to know, including starting quarterback Rocco Becht.

Staffing update: Or lack thereof

It’s been very quiet on the staffing front for the last several days. After a flurry of news in the first week and a half, the team’s coaching roster under Campbell has remained silent. What’s the latest on the team’s pursuit of a defensive coordinator? Why haven’t the deals become official with defensive line coach Deion Barnes and linebackers Dan Connor? We’ll discuss what we know about the situation and give fans the latest on the impact of not having those pieces in place.

Want to discuss something else? Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube and join the live chat! We’ll discuss your questions and comments during the hour-long show.

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Penn State Wrestling Goes For History This Weekend | NOT Top Ranked Team?

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The Penn State wrestling team goes for history this weekend with the chance to set the all-time regular-season dual meet win streak. We'll preview the historic weekend and recap the team's performance against Wyoming. Is there trouble in the upper weights for Cael Sanderson's lineup? Greg Pickel discusses what he's seen from the team so far this non-conference season.

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Penn State Recruiting Is Finally Moving | Here’s What Matters Now

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The Penn State football recruiting efforts are now in high gear after months of lying dormant without a coach. As a result, we’ll have a full-on BWI Live Recruiting Show today, discussing the latest commitments, available players left to help salvage the 2026 class, and looking ahead to 2027 recruiting efforts, which start in earnest next month. Join reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz as they discuss the important names in the recruiting efforts under Matt Campbell during his first month on the job.

We’ll also take your comments and questions in the live chat! Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to give your thoughts and questions about the state of the team’s recruiting efforts in the early portion of Campbell’s tenure. This is also the last recruiting show of 2025! With Christmas next week and New Year's Day the following week, we’ll be on hiatus until January. However, that doesn’t mean we’re done for the year! Join the BWI Live show next Tuesday at 10 a.m.

We’ll also have our standard pre- and postgame shows before and after the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec 27. We’ll be back Monday, Dec. 29 and 30th, plus a special Transfer Portal broadcast on Friday, Jan 2. Is that a lot to remember? Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated’s YouTube Channel right now and enable notifications. That way, you’ll receive an alert whenever we go live or post breaking news in the coming weeks!

Iowa State recruiting flips

We’ll start today’s show discussing the Iowa State recruiting flips from last weekend as a group. What did Snyder and Fitz think of the players that Penn State gained from Iowa State’s previous class? How do they fit into the locker room and roster? Snyder has spoken with coaches and players and will share his highlights to start today’s show.

Of course, the team still has just six commits for this cycle. Can they find at least enough players to equal roughly half of a recruiting cycle? We’ll discuss the uncommitted players left that the team may target in this next phase, which culminates on the traditional signing day in February. Plus, we’ll review the prospects from Michigan that make sense for Penn State to target.

Penn State targets and offers

Beyond the Class of 2026 prospects Penn State is trying to salvage, the team has been aggressive this week with its offers for the Class of 2027. Our reporters have been tracking the players that Penn State has offered and will discuss the names and positions to know for the upcoming cycle that the team has reintroduced into the recruiting ecosystem.

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Why the Pinstripe Bowl Matters for Penn State Under Matt Campbell

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The Penn State football program enters the Pinstripe Bowl at a unique crossroads, balancing bowl preparation with a major transition under new head coach Matt Campbell. On today’s BWI Live Show, we break down what starting quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer said during bowl media availability, including his approach to the game, his relationship with the new coaching staff, and how the quarterback room is adjusting during a period of change.

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We also dive into the latest Penn State coaching hires, with receivers coach Noah Pauley and quarterbacks coach Jake Waters officially joining the staff. With roster turnover, potential opt-outs, and young players expected to see expanded roles, the Pinstripe Bowl serves as an important evaluation opportunity. We’ll preview the players we’re most interested in watching and explain what this final game can tell us about Penn State’s roster moving forward under Matt Campbell.

Due to Grunkemeyer’s media availability time slot, we’ll be broadcasting today at 10:30 instead of 10 a.m. Join us live to be part of the show! We’ll take comments and questions from the live chat throughout the show to get the pulse of what Penn State fans are talking about and want to know.

Finally, subscribe to the BWI YouTube channel now and enable notifications so you don’t miss any of the latest information over the holiday season. We’ll have just one show on Tuesday during the week of Christmas, but we’ll be back the following week with special content as the team heads into the start of the transfer portal. If you enable notifications, you’ll receive alerts when we post news, go live at different times, or have special shows.

Grunkemeyer discusses dynamics with the new coaching staff

Penn State’s starting quarterback spoke to the media as part of the team’s Pinstripe Bowl availability on Wednesday morning. We’ll discuss his most relevant comments when asked about the current situation with the team and his new coaching staff. The full press conference will be available after the show’s conclusion.

Next, we’ll discuss the coaching staff and the latest news. Penn State officially hired two more coaches on Tuesday afternoon, with receivers coach Noah Pauley and quarterbacks coach Jake Waters joining the staff. We’ll discuss the hiring and what we know about the passing game duo so far.

Pinstripe Bowl Preview

With so many seniors on the Penn State football team this year, the chance for opt-outs or partial playing time from season-long starters is incredibly high. We’ll end the show today by discussing the players we find most interesting that we’ll likely see in the team’s final game of the 2025 season. We’ll discuss the positions on offense and defense where we think young players will be thrust into the starting lineup or key role player position. From there, we’ll discuss what we can learn about them and who has the chance to audition for a position on the upcoming roster under new head coach Matt Campbell.

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Penn State Lands Cornerback With Upside In Tyrell Chatman

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Penn State has added another defensive back to its Class of 2026 in Lincoln, Neb., native Tyrell Chatman.

Listed at 6-foot-2, 180 pounds, Chatman did a little bit of everything at North Star High School. He played both quarterback and wide receiver on offense, totaling 2,047 yards and 26 touchdowns over the past two seasons. However, Chatman is expected to be a cornerback for the Nittany Lions after finishing his high school career with 88 tackles, 21 pass breakups and four interceptions.

Blue White Illustrated discusses what Chatman brings to Happy Valley and to Penn State.

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Penn State Lands A QB Who Can Chuck It Deep | Scouting Kase Evans

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:26:37 +0000

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Penn State’s quarterback recruiting in the 2026 cycle has been a rollercoaster. The team has gained and lost commits and coaches throughout the journey to the early signing day, and now, an unexpected player joins the program this week. Three-star passer Kase Evans committed to Penn State on Sunday, days after new head coach Matt Campbell took the job in Happy Valley.

Quarterback is an incredibly important position that requires significant time and attention. While we’d like to have more film, four full games from Evans’ senior season will have to do. We discuss what we've learned about Evans and his fit with Penn State.

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Penn State Football Enters the Matt Campbell Era: Staff, Portal, and Bowl Decisions

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:23:30 +0000

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The Penn State Football team is undergoing the expected metamorphosis with new head coach Matt Campbell at the helm. The team has hired several on- and off-field coaches in the last seven days, with more to come. Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll take stock of where things stand right now and what is left for Campbell to decide. We’ll also track the latest recruiting additions over the weekend in Fitz’s Recruiting Update. Penn State also plays Clemson on the 27th in the Pinstripe Bowl. We’ll discuss the players who have opted out of the game and which players still have to announce their intentions for the final game of the 2025 Penn State football season.

Join us for all of that and more! We’ll be taking your questions on today’s show and discussing whatever else is going on with Penn State football. Subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel right now so you don’t miss any breaking news, commitment videos, or live shows as we enter the Christmas season.

Note: The BWI Live schedule will be truncated over the next two weeks due to Christmas and New Year's. Check out this week’s episodes for an updated schedule.

Transfer portal is heating up two weeks before it opens, Penn State staff updates

Penn State has yet to be hit hard by the transfer portal, but the news is likely coming. Today, we’ll discuss the flurry of quarterbacks that entered the portal in the last several hours. Should Penn State be interested in any of them to join its 2026 roster?

Of course, the biggest news in the first week of Campbell’s tenure at Penn State is his staff choices. So far, there have been far more off-field decisions than on-field coaching announcements. We’ll review the coaches who have officially joined the staff from Iowa State in the last week, discuss the retention plans we know about for the current staff, and then discuss what remains to learn about the staff in the coming days.

Penn State Pinstripe Bowl Opt Outs

Next, we’ll review the news surrounding the current team’s status for the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 27. So far, four seniors have announced that they will not play in the upcoming game. Two of those players, Zane Durant and Zakee Wheatley, will attend the Senior Bowl in Mobile next year. Two more, running back Kaytron Allen and Dani Dennis-Sutton, have not made a decision on the Pinstripe Bowl so far.

We’ll discuss why players would opt out of a bowl game, but then play in the Senior Bowl for fans upset with the lack of participation in the season-ending game against Clemson. We’ll also list the seniors remaining who have yet to announce their intentions.

Finally, we’ll review the team’s latest recruiting wins in Fitz’s recruiting udpate.

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What Penn State Is Getting in Matt Campbell’s First Recruiting Win: Bryson Williams

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 18:00:04 +0000

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Penn State has added one of Matt Campbell’s former commits to its Class of 2026, locking up a commitment from Omaha, Neb., native Bryson Williams. The 6-foot-4, 180-pound defensive back committed to Iowa State back in June following an official visit. He also took official visits to Washington State and Vanderbilt. Reporter Ryan Snyder and film analyst Thomas Frank Carr discuss his new fit with Penn State.

After opening up his recruitment, both Minnesota and Purdue made a push for Williams, but it was his relationship with Campbell and defensive back coach Deon Broomfield that put Penn State in a strong position. Williams is also the son of Jamel Williams, who won two national championships at Nebraska in the mid-90s before playing for Washington and Green Bay in the NFL.

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Josh Pate Tells Penn State Fans What They're Getting In Matt Campbell | Critical of Search

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Shortly after Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft fired head coach James Franklin, Blue White Illustrated had college football personality Josh Pate on the show to discuss the situation. After covering the history of Penn State and the coaching search to that point, Pate outlined what he thinks the next coach needs to be successful at Penn State. After listing off qualities, he gave a name.

“Matt Campbell’s always been that guy for me.”

Roughly two months later, Kraft flew out to Ames, Iowa, to meet Campbell and offer him the job. Today, he’s the 17th head coach for Penn State football, and Pate is back on the BWI YouTube channel to take a well-earned victory lap. You can hear the entire 30-minute conversation embedded in the article above or on our YouTube Channel.

Be sure to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel so you don’t miss any special guest appearances, breaking news, or commitment announcements over the next several weeks and months as Campbell builds his staff and roster at Penn State.

Pate does not hold back on criticism over Penn State coaching search

While most of the interview discusses how Campbell will fit at Penn State and why this was such a great hire, Pate doesn’t hold back on criticism about how the search was handled by Kraft.

“Yeah, they circumnavigated the globe to find treasure in their own backyard, is the way that I described it. So now that it's done and it's in our rearview mirror, and we know who the hire is going to be. I personally am happy about the hire. Anyone up there who's not eventually will be happy about the hire, because he'll win games.”

Pate also said that the reason he was so confident in suggesting Campbell is because he knew how well Campbell would fit the job and that Penn State was a position that Campbell would consider leaving Iowa State for, unlike other job offers he’s gotten in the past.

“The reason I threw Matt's name out there is because I knew if this job was presented properly, if this search was handled the right way, he'd be a strong candidate. His name would be in the mix for it, and that certainly is not because, like you said, he was looking to leave.”

Check out the rest of the interview to hear what he had to say about the search, Campbell and the next steps for Penn State.

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Penn State Wrestling Injuries Causing Intrigue in Nonconference Season | Recruiting Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000

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Penn State soars through double dual weekend

–Lions beat Drexel and Lehigh handily without Nagao, Barr.

–Lions are now three wins shy of breaking Oklahoma State’s all-time consecutive dual meet victories record. Can come within one of tying it at Wyoming this weekend. It does not sound like Nagao will be back. Barr could be. Barr/Connor Mirasola vs. Jore Volk is the match of the weekend if it happens. Will the Lions continue to turn to Nasdeo at 141 if no Nagao?

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From there, Carr and Pickel dive into the latest recruiting news. Penn State wrestling is on a role in the Class of 2027. It's most recent addition is Indiana junior Clinton Shepherd. He picked the Nittany Lions on Saturday afternoon.

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"After a lot of prayer I am proud to announce I’m committing to continue my academic and wrestling career at Penn State University," Shepherd wrote on Instagram.

"Thankful for my family, coaches, and everyone who’s pushed me to get here also god for the guidance to put in my heart where I felt at home for the place I will pursue and chase my goals. Time to work!"

Shepherd is MatScout's No. 6 Class of 2027 recruit. He is the outlet's No. 3 wrestler in the country at 144 pounds. He projects to wrestle somewhere between 157-174 at the next level.

Head coach Cael Sanderson's team made a massive recent surge in this recruitment. The Crown Point High standout put out a top eight in August that included only Iowa State, Cornell, Michigan, Virginia Tech, Indiana, Nebraska, Ohio State, and N.C. State.

Penn State now has verbal commitments in the Class of 2027 from Norwin, Pa., star Landon Sidun, who is No. 2 on MatScout’s 2027 big board, in addition to Ohio star Grey Burnett (No. 4), New York’s Gavin Mangano (No. 8), State College Area’s James Whitbred, and New York two-time state champ William Soto. Soto and Sidun are also wrestlers who look likely to compete in the 125- or 133-pound weight classes. However, projecting college weights at this juncture can sometimes be a bit of a fool’s errand. But, for what it’s worth, Mangano projects in the middle weights and Whitbred in the upper weights.”

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Penn State FINALLY Gets Positive Recruiting News | Iowa State Prospects To Know

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After two months of dismal recruiting news, things are starting to pick up this week with the new coaching staff taking shape under Penn State head coach Matt Campbell. On today’s BWI Live Recruiting Show, we’ll discuss the new batch of players that fans should get to know who have ties to Campbell from Iowa State. We’ll also discuss the efforts to rebuild the 2027 class so that the team isn’t behind on next year’s class as well. Plus, we’ll discuss Campbell’s track record in the transfer portal and how successful the former Cyclones coach has been at evaluating talent in the open market.

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Breaking News Shocks College Football

However, we’ll start today with the news that Michigan has fired head coach Sherrone Moore after finding evidence of improper behavior with an assistant. We’ll discuss the impact on the rival Big Ten program and what it could potentially mean for Penn State’s chances of flipping players from the recently signed class of 2026. We’ll discuss the dynamics of the Wolverines’ class and the new staff who don’t have as many obvious relationships with the regional players who chose Michigan over the Nittany Lions.

Next, we’ll dive into the most recent Penn State recruiting news. Several recruits have backed out of commitments to Iowa State from both the 2026 and 2027 classes. Reporter Ryan Snyder discusses what fans need to know about the situation and which players they should focus on. Are there enough prospects to salvage the situation in 2026? We’ll look at the landscape and discuss the likelihood that Campbell can cobble together prospects. We’ll also discuss the uncommitted prospects that are showing interest in the program now that Campbell is in charge.

However, Snyder also has his eye on 2027. Which Midwest prospects are showing interest in Campbell now that he’s at Penn State? We’ll give fans a handful of names to take away from today’s show.

Penn State transfer portal potential under Campbell

Finally, we’ll discuss the transfer portal. Without a doubt, Campbell will have to use the portal to supplement his team-building plans for year one in Happy Valley. So, what’s his success rate been like over the years at Iowa State? Snyder dug into the new Penn State head coach’s resume and will discuss what he found to end the show.

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Who Will Start at QB for Penn State Under Matt Campbell? (Roster & Portal Breakdown)

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:27:33 +0000

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Penn State head coach Matt Campbell is working this week to secure a better understanding of his current staff and players in Happy Valley. The next few weeks will be critical for his ability to understand the culture at Penn State and give him a shot at keeping key players on the roster who he will need to have a successful 2026 football season. At the same time, there are players from his previous roster at Iowa State who could follow him to Happy Valley and make an impact next season. Where do those positions overlap from a talent and depth standpoint? Today on the BWI Live Show, we’ll discuss the Iowa State and Penn State starters who could best mesh to give the team a chance to compete in the fall next year. We’ll also cover the latest coaching moves and bowl situations on the show.

Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the team’s situation, along with whatever else is on your mind! We’ll be taking questions from the live chat throughout the show to discuss your thoughts and questions on today’s hour-long show. Be sure to tune in each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday to get the latest intel and conversation on Penn State football from Blue White Illustrated! Subscribe now so never miss a show!

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Coaching and staff updates

Each day brings a fresh batch of news about the state of the team as Campbell takes over, and James Franklin assembles his staff in Blacksburg. We’ll give you the latest news about which coaches are leaving Happy Valley today. Two assistants are headed down to Virginia this week, and we’ll discuss the potential impact of those moves on the program.

We’ll also give you the latest confirmed information on the staff members that Campbell has brought from Iowa State and what their roles will be.

Penn State and Iowa State offensive roster comparison

For Penn State to have its best chance to compete next fall, Campbell needs to successfully blend together the talent accumulated on the Penn State roster while supplementing and filling holes on the depth chart with key players from his team at Iowa State. While the transfer portal is a third wildcard in the process, today, we’ll focus on the first two.

We’ll break down the offensive roster positions and discuss which starters could join Campbell in Happy Valley from Ames and which Penn State players are critical for him to retain. We’ll cover the quarterback comparison between Ethan Grunkemeyer and Rocco Becht and highlight a situation brewing along the offensive line for Campbell when looking at the two starting units from last season. Can he find the best combination of talent and veteran experience?

Bowl Preview

Finally, we’ll preview the Pinstripe Bowl between Penn State and Clemson to end the show. What do we know about each team so far in the process? We’ll discuss the opt outs, point spreads and storylines of the game to end the month.

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Breaking: It's OFFICIAL, Penn State Hires Matt Campbell to Become Next Head Coach

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team has officially hired Matt Campbell as the next head coach. The Iowa State leader will replace James Franklin as the team's next head coach with a reported eight-year deal. Blue White Illustrated discusses not only Campbell's hiring but also the story behind Kalani Sitake's decision to back out of his agreement with the program at the last minute and return to BYU.

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First Impressions of Matt Campbell’s Introductory Press Conference at Penn State

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Are Penn State fans getting the right first look at new head coach Matt Campbell? In today’s video, we react to and break down Campbell’s introductory press conference at Penn State, including his tone, philosophy, recruiting message, and early expectations for the Nittany Lions.

We’ll discuss:

🏈 Campbell’s first impression with Penn State players & fans

📢 His message about culture, development & NIL

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🚨 What comes next in recruiting, staff, & transfer portal

Is Matt Campbell the right fit for Penn State Football? Let’s talk about it.

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Breaking Down Matt Campbell’s First Day at Penn State: Terry Smith, NIL Strategy & Portal Plans

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Penn State football introduced its 17th head coach in program history on Monday afternoon when Matt Campbell took the podium in the Beaver Stadium media room. Today on the BWI Live show, we’ll discuss his comments, athletic director Pat Kraft’s comments, and the journey it took over 54 days to name him as the next head coach of the program. Reporter Nate Bauer has followed the coaching search closely and will provide key context to the comments from yesterday’s press conference. We’ll also play select quotes from the nearly hour-long press conference for fans to hear in context. We’ll also discuss the next steps for the program and what Campbell will need to do between now and the transfer portal start date on Jan 2.

Join the Show today at 10 a.m. to discuss that and more on the BWI Live Show. We’ll be taking questions and comments from the live chat to discuss on the show. If you can’t catch us live, be sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so the show appears in your YouTube feed daily! As always, you can catch us on demand anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State introduces Matt Campbell

We’ll start today’s show with our general impressions of Campbell in his first appearance as the Penn State head coach. What sort of personality and characteristics did he show? We’ll discuss. Next, we’ll dive into the most interesting answers to questions from the media on Monday.

We’ll start with Kraft and the coaching search, discussing the long saga one last time. Kraft responded to a question about the leaked audio from Thursday night on Dec. 4. We’ll address the situation for the first time on the show and give our thoughts on what was said during the roughly 30 minutes of audio. We’ll also discuss Kraft’s response to the situation on Monday.

Campbell’s immediate decision to keep interim head coach Terry Smith on his staff as part of the announcement of his signing was also a topic on Monday. Why was Smith so important? We’ll play you Campbell’s comments and discuss what keeping Smith on staff means for Penn State’s chances of retaining the current roster.

Campbell’s GM decision also came up on Monday. We’ll review Campbell’s outline for program building and use of NIL and the transfer portal. What does Bauer think of the plan as he outlined it? Where are there things not being said to the public? We’ll discuss this key ingredient in the next phase of Penn State’s future.

What’s next?

Finally, we’ll spend a few minutes discussing the next steps for the program. What does Campbell need to do in the next three weeks to put Penn State in the best position to have a competitive team in 2026? We’ll discuss the tight window that he has to evaluate the roster, build a staff, and attack the portal for the upcoming year.

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Penn State Has No Recruiting Class… and Still No Coach | How Search Made Other Coaches Rich

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The Penn State Recruiting Class of 2026 was going to be collateral damage. We've been telling fans about that reality for weeks on the BWI Live Recruiting Show. Now, the damage is done, and Penn State officially has a two-man class after the opening of the early signing period in college football's recruiting calendar. On today's show, we'll assess the damage done, what's next for the team, and what it all means now that the team has no recruiting class and no coach. Recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss that, plus we look into the team's coaching search two days after athletic director Pat Kraft whiffed on his selected candidate.

Of course, the situation with Penn State's coaching search is in uncharted waters and could conclude at any moment. The best way to stay up-to-date with the latest news and information is to follow along on the Blue White Illustrated message board and with our premium content. You can join the site right now for just one dollar to try us out.

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Penn State lands a surprise commit in two-man class

As today is a recruiting show, we'll start by discussing the incredibly short list of players that Penn State has signed in its Class of 2026. The once 20-plus-player class has dwindled to one original commit and one familiar face who decided to rejoin the program. Malvern Prep defensive end Jackson Ford stayed committed to the Nittany Lions through the process. We'll discuss his comments as to why he chose to stay with the team through this transition to a new staff.

Next, we'll discuss the fascinating story of quarterback Peyton Falzone. The ultra-talented athlete was committed to the program in the summer, but decommitted late in the summer in favor of Auburn. Of course, the Tigers also fired their coach this year. Falzone then decided to stay home and sign with the program. We'll take you through his journey and fit with the Nittany Lions.

Coaching search latest

Of course, the rest of today's show will be dedicated to the team's pursuit of its next head coach. Where are we now that the team has lost some of the next-best candidates, including Brian Hartline, Bob Chesney, Jeff Brohm, and others? Join the show to find out and to discuss how athletic director Pat Kraft's search has netted an incredible amount of money for other coaches who signed extensions with their schools this year.

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Disaster for Penn State? Botched Hire Leaves Program Scrambling

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 3 Dec 2025 17:10:31 +0000

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The Penn State Football program is in a state of disarray today after athletic director Pat Kraft's long-standing coaching search hit a huge snag on Tuesday afternoon. BYU head coach Kalani Sitake did an about-face and re-upped with his alma mater after being revealed as the top target in Penn State's coaching search. Now, the program enters national signing day with no coach and seemingly no plan. We sit down to talk with fans about the situation on today's BWI Live Show.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to join the conversation. We'll be discussing the situation as it stands, and what might come next for the program. We'll also discuss the team's national signing day situation with the Class of 2026 and what to expect from today's change in the recruiting calendar. Finally, we'll do a season-in-review conversation about what went wrong with Penn State's fateful season.

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Big Ten awards announced this week

We'll start the show discussing the Penn State news of the day from a team perspective. The Big Ten will announce individual awards today and tomorrow for the 2025 season. Which players have a chance to win something? Greg Pickel will give you his thoughts about the options.

However, we'll spend most of today's show talking about the current situation with Penn State's head coaching search. Now that Kraft has whiffed on his biggest, most public offer, what happens now? What is a realistic timeline for the coaching hire and, critically, how did we get here? We'll discuss how the length of the coaching search and the current state of affairs change what becomes important for recruiting and roster retention.

Things we learned about the Penn State football team in 2025

Now that the season is fully in the books, we'll take some time today to discuss what we learned about the Penn State football team this past season. The team was ranked second coming into the season, but fell quickly as the team struggled through September and early October.

We'll discuss the things we knew about the team heading into the season and what actually happened on the field throughout the three months of competition.

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Penn State’s Top Target Revealed: Why BYU Coach Kalani Sitake Is Pat Kraft’s Pick

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 2 Dec 2025 16:51:32 +0000

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After nearly two months of searching, the Penn State Nittany Lions football team has found its candidate to replace former head coach James Franklin. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the news that BYU head coach Kalani Sitaki has emerged as the mystery candidate that athletic director Pat Kraft has targeted as the next leader of the Blue and White. What does this mean for the program? How good or bad of a fit is he? What are the qualities that lend themselves to his style? We'll discuss your burning questions and comments on the show today.

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to join the live chat and be part of the show. We'll be talking with fans throughout the 60-minute airtime. We'll also finish the 2025 season by discussing Penn State's wild win over Rutgers in the season finale.

If you haven't yet, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. When Kraft finally pulls the trigger on a candidate, we'll be bringing you breaking news to discuss the impact and next steps of the process. You'll also want to be dialed in for the recruiting and portal implications of the team's transition to the next coach.

Penn State targets coach with few ties to program

The news that Sitake is the top candidate for Penn State has been met with very mixed feelings from fans. However, the surface-level comparison between BYU and Penn State is not the only thing at play. We'll discuss the timeline of how Sitake became the top target, what he brings to the table, and what his coaching this week in the Big 12 Championship Game means for the Nittany Lions as a program.

We'll also give you an initial scouting profile on Sitake as a leader and what our early impressions of his coaching are.

Next, we'll dive into the timeline of events now that we know Penn State's top target in the search. What does this news do for the transfer decisions of current players in a positive and a negative light? Will this affect the early signing day? How does the timing of the Big 12 Championship game and a potential spot in the College Football Playoff determine the outcome of this search?

We'll discuss those questions and more!

Rutgers Recap

Finally, we'll discuss the current team's final game of the season against Rutgers. We'll recap the offensive performance from the line and run game, plus discuss the maturation of Penn State quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer. Of course, we'll dive into the defensive performance and what led to the team giving up over 500 yards in a wild shootout that ended on a defensive play.

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Penn State runs past Rutgers in Wild Shootout: BWI Postgame Show

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team started and ended the 2025 season on a three-game winning streak. The team defeated Rutgers this afternoon to complete a respectable comeback under interim head coach Terry Smith, ending the year at .500 and earning bowl eligibility at the final whistle. Join the Labatt Postgame Show to discuss the win, the season, and what's next for the Nittany Lions as the team moves into the offseason without a long-term head coach.

You can watch the Labatt postgame show and discuss it live immediately following the game. Drop your thoughts and comments into the live chat, and we'll answer as many as we can during the 60-minute postgame show. If you can't catch the show live, you can watch it on demand on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, embedded at the top of this article, or listen anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State vs Rutgers

As expected, running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton dominated the game plan against a weak Rutgers rush defense. Allen had 107 yards on ten attempts, just at halftime. Singleton chipped in 81 yards and a record-setting score of his own.

However, the defense struggled to stop a feisty Rutgers offense that played its RPO game well to threaten Penn State on the edges of the tackle box and in one-on-one coverage. The Scarlet Knights scored 21 points in the first half to keep the game within three.

Yet young quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer operated an impressive scoring drive right before halftime. The Penn State offense ripped off two big passes to go 56 yards in just 26 seconds to kick a field goal and take a lead at halftime before receiving the ball after the break.

The Penn State defense struggled for most of the game but came up with two timely plays, a fumble return for a touchdown by Amare Campbell, and a stop on fourth down by Zion Tracy to give Penn State the ball back with under four minutes remaining. Allen then salted the game away with a 47-yard run.

Lions head into the postseason

Before the season is officially over, be sure to check out the rest of our Penn State Football postgame content. We'll have live reaction from Smith's press conference on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel following the game, with his postgame press conference. We'll also give you the Instant Analysis from the field at Rutgers with our staff writers at the game. Of course, you can also read all of our great content on the site!

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Can Penn State Finish the Comeback? Rutgers Predictions & News Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:21:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Saturday for the right to play in the postseason. The team has clawed its way back from an 0-6 losing streak to win the last two games and wants to finish the season with a three-game winning streak. We'll discuss the latest news, bowl projections, and the team's upcoming matchup with Rutgers on today's BWI Live Show.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube. We'll be taking fan questions throughout the show, so stop by and drop your thoughts into the live chat. If you can't watch the show live, be sure to check us out embedded on the site, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Programming note: The show will be off Thursday and Friday, so we won't have a Thursday recruiting show, Wrestling Show, or Friday Five Things.

Penn State Football News Update

We'll begin the show by discussing the latest Penn State football and recruiting news. There's been plenty of movement in the last few days. Today, we'll cover the latest recruiting news, including Messiah Mickens' new college destination, Beaver Stadium renovation updates, bowl projections, and more.

For Penn State wrestling fans, we'll have a quick update about the team during the bye week on today's show to make up for the fact that we'll be off the air with the regular wrestling show this week.

Stock up/Stock Down

Next, we'll give our bi-weekly stock report on the Penn State football team. Which players have been standing out in the Terry Smith timeline? We'll give our players who we think have been performing better in that timeline in our stock up section of the show. Of course, others have taken a step back. We'll give our three players each who we think have their stock going down after the last five games.

Rutgers Game Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the upcoming game. What do we know about Rutgers and its season so far? We'll discuss the offense and defense, and which places we think Penn State should have an advantage. We'll also discuss where Rutgers can challenge the Nittany Lions for the right to play in a bowl game.

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Penn State DESTROYS Nebraska | Terry Smith Press Conference Breakdown

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The Penn State football team has one more game left in the 2025 season, and it's an important one. The team needs to win on Saturday against Rutgers to reach bowl eligibility after a disastrous season. However, things are looking much brighter after the team demolished Nebraska 37-10 on Saturday. The team's Senior Day went off with a bang as the Nittany Lions scored 23 points in the first half and put the game away early in the third quarter.

Today, we'll discuss all of those topics, plus cover interim head coach Terry Smith's press conference from Monday. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get the latest information on the Nittany Lions!

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Terry Smith press conference recap

We'll start the show by discussing the team's ongoing coaching search. What's the latest discussion regarding Penn State's next head coach? We'll discuss where Smith fits into the picture.

Next, the focus shifts to Smith's press conference. What did he say on Monday to reporters? We'll highlight the most important comments and conversations from his weekly media meeting inside Beaver Stadium's media room. We'll discuss his comment about why the Penn State offensive line is playing better, what the team's plan for the transfer portal is, and what he thinks his vision for a Penn State team in his image looks like.

Smith says that if there is football, his team will be playing.

"Yeah, you know, like I mentioned earlier, this is like a playoff game we're playing to get that extra game. Our guys are excited to finish the year out. So far, preparation has gone great. The energy is still in the building. Rutgers is all that matters. It means everything to us in the building, and we're trying to go out and get this victory. In regards to our guys, I would anticipate that our guys are going to play. I'm sure there may be a one-off or two-off here or there with some type of circumstance. We'll just work through that, but I have full anticipation that our guys are going to play."

Penn State vs Nebraska recap

Finally, we'll discuss Penn State's win over Nebraska. We'll go through the situations and players that defined the game for the team against the Cornhuskers on Saturday.

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Three Things We Learned About Penn State vs Nebraska

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000

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Penn State Football dominated Nebraska in a no-doubt blowout at Beaver Stadium for the team's final home game of the regular season. Now that we have a three-game sample size, T-Frank takes you through the changes that have led to a positive outcome for the Penn State offense and defense since the team challenged Indiana in early November. He discusses the offensive rushing attack's simplification, the passing game flowing out of that, and how the defense has switched things up on the defensive line.

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Penn State Runners Set Records in Blowout Over Nebraska | Postgame Show

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The Penn State Football team kept its 2025 postseason hopes alive on Saturday night by defeating the Nebraska Cornhuskers in primetime. The team now needs to beat Rutgers on the road next week to secure bowl eligibility. Discuss the big win over Nebraska right after the game on the Labatt Postgame Show. We'll take you through what happened in the game and why and what implications that has on the team's final game next weekend.

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Penn State vs Nebraska recap

The Penn State offense jumped on Nebraska from the start and didn't let up. Penn State's dynamic duo of Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton combined for 157 yards through three quarters, and Allen broke the all-time rushing record at home on senior day to power the win. Singleton also tied Saquon Barkley's total touchdown record with two touchdowns in the game.

Meanwhile, the Penn State defense made timely stops in the game to help the offense jump out ot a blistering start. The defense gave up a 70-yard drive, but went for it on 4th and 1 from inside the five, but got stopped by Amare Campbell and Zane Durant.

The Huskers had another chance to get points, driving into the red zone, but had to settle for a field goal. That put Nebraska within seven points, which was the last time they were within one score the rest of the game.

Can Penn State Save Its Roster? Massive Recruiting Fallout & Nebraska Score Predictions

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday at 7 pm. The team is 4-6 and hopes to keep its postseason bowl berth realities alive for another week with a win. However, the news off the field is coming at the team fast and furious, with former head coach James Franklin's introduction at Virginia Tech on Wednesday. We're discussing the recruiting fallout from the moves, plus giving our score predictions for the upcoming game on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

Also, be sure to check out the BWI YouTube Channel later today for a special interview with Huskers Online host Sean Callahan. We discuss the upcoming game, and he provides context to Nebraska's season for viewers. The best way to know when we go live or post bonus content is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel.

Penn State staffing and recruiting update

Yesterday, we announced the news that six of Penn State's support staff had left the program to join Franklin at Virginia Tech. Today, we'll discuss the move with recruiting reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz. What sort of impact will these moves have on the program? What did those staffers do in the first place? We'll discuss how their absence will change things for Smith and his staff.

Next, we'll dig into the gritty business of Penn State recruiting news. The team has just 11 commits left in the Class of 2026 after several high-profile decommitments in the last seven days. We'll review which players have committed elsewhere, and which ones are heading to Blacksburg for an official visit with Franklin this weekend.

Finally, we'll end with some good news about the one player who has stayed resolutely committed to Penn State through the transition.

Game day recruiting and Nebraska preview

Finally, we'll discuss what fans can expect from the final game day in Happy Valley this coming weekend. Will the team host any commits? Is that even possible with the staff changes?

Then, we'll discuss the on-field matchup between Nebraska and Penn State at 7 pm. Penn State is riding high after its first win under Smith, the team's interim head coach, and is hosting a Nebraska team that also lacks its starting quarterback. Is that enough to push the Nittany Lions over the top of the higher-ranked team? We'll discuss the key matchups on both sides of the ball and then give our score predictions to end the show.

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Reacting to James Franklin's Virginia Tech Intro | Penn State vs Nebraska Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:04:34 +0000

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The Penn State Football team is still without a head coach, but its former leader has found a new home. James Franklin was introduced as Virginia Tech's next head coach on Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. in front of the assembled media and dignitaries. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll react to his comments about the transition, his pursuit of his former commits, and what all of this means for Penn State. We'll also address the team's preparations for Nebraska, which will play the Nittany Lions on Saturday at 7 p.m. for the right to keep its bowl eligibility hopes alive.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the latest news and information! We'll be taking your questions and comments throughout the 60-minute show to get the pulse of Penn State fans. Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss any special shows or changes. Due to Franklin's press conference, we'll be going live at 11:05 today.

Reacting to James Franklin's press conference

We'll start the show by discussing what Franklin had to say in his opening press conference as the head coach at Virginia Tech. Did he outline a regional recruiting philosophy? What did he say about Penn State and his exit from the university back in October? We'll give you the pertinent details about the press conference and discuss them on the show.

Of course, all of this is in the backdrop of the vacant opening for Penn State's head coaching position. We'll discuss the vulnerable state the team is in and our thoughts on the hiring timeline for a new coach. For the latest intel and information, check out Blue White Illustrated for just one dollar and get access to our coaching search information for a week to try us out!

Best Bets and Nebraska Preview

Finally, we'll get into this week in college football. Greg Pickel has his weekly best bets, which include his thoughts on Penn State and Nebraska this weekend.

Next, we'll discuss the actual game. What does the team look like without quarterback Dylan Raoila? What's the philosophy of the defense? Can Penn State generate rushing yards on the Cornhuskers, or will they find themselves in a defensive slugfest for 60 minutes between two backup quarterbacks? We'll discuss Penn State's chances of getting a win at home and running back Kaytron Allen breaking the all-time rushing record this weekend in front of fans at Beaver Stadium.

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Can Virginia Tech Challenge Penn State in Recruiting With James Franklin? | MSU Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:30:14 +0000

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The other shoe has finally dropped on Penn State's decision to fire former head coach James Franklin. The 12-year head coach has now found his new destination, and it's within the regional footprint for the Nittany Lions. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss Franklin's hiring at Virginia Tech and what it means for Penn State. We'll also discuss Terry Smith's press conference and his team's first win against Michigan State.

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Franklin to Virginia Tech

The news broke Monday evening that after days of news swirling, Franklin was officially named the next head coach of the Virginia Tech Hokies, following his former defensive coordinator, Brent Pry, to Blacksburg.

The news has potentially wide-ranging implications for Penn State, including Franklin siphoning off former players from the roster, recruits, coaches, and more. We'll discuss the fallout of the program-wide implications of having the team's former head coach so close to Happy Valley.

Terry Smith Press conference

Next, we'll discuss Smith's comments about his team's mindset as they head towards the finale of the 2025 season. The team got its first win under Smith and the first win in conference play this season this past weekend against Michigan State. We'll discuss the storylines from Monday's conversation with Smith about the meaning of the win, his team's refusal to quit, and Kaytron Allen's pursuit of Penn State's all-time leading rusher mark.

Join the show or watch the full press conference to hear Smith's emotional reply to what the win against Michigan State and the responses from friends and family meant to him after the win.

Penn State vs Michigan State recap

Finally, we'll recap the team's performance against Michigan State that led to a win. What did we learn about the program this past weekend? We'll discuss how the offense performed, and what the team will need to do to win the next two games and reach bowl eligibility. Next, we'll discuss the team's defensive performance and what we can learn about the team's progress on that side of the ball as the season has progressed.

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Penn State is a Talented but Flawed Team | Three Things We Learned

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team dominated Michigan State in key areas to get a win. What did we learn about the team this late in the season? T-Frank discusses the evolution of the playcalling, Ethan Grunkemeyer's performance this week, and illustrates how the team is flawed, but much more talented than its record.

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Penn State GRINDS out a win over Michigan State | Terry Smith Gets First Win

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team got its first win in conference play and its first win since September on Saturday afternoon when the team beat Michigan State on the road in East Lansing. Join the Labatt Postgame Show to talk about the team's win and the first in a critical three-game stretch that will determine if Penn State will reach bowl eligibility for this postseason. We'll discuss the team's performance in the win, plus your questions and comments during the 60-minute postgame show.

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Penn State vs Michigan State Recap

The Penn State offense hit a rare explosive play in the game against Michigan State, with a 75-yard touchdown strike to Devonte Ross. However, starting quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer had an uneven game, so the team relied on starting running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton. The duo combined for over 35 touches in the game and over 100 yards.

However, the story of the game was the Penn State defensive line. Defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton had a strong performance with two sacks and a QB hit to keep the Michigan State offense at bay while Penn State's offense struggled through a third-quarter slump.

Penn State finally put distance between itself and Michigan State in the fourth quarter to get the win.

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Penn State wrestling opens its 2025-2026 season tonight when it takes on No. 22 Oklahoma at the Bryce Jordan Center. The No. 1 Nittany Lions start the year with a 71-match winning streak, which is the longest active one in college wrestling. The record for wins in a row is 76, and head coach Cael Sanderson's team continues its pursuit of that mark against the Sooners.

Roger Kish enters his third season as the Oklahoma head coach. As Sanderson notes, the Sooners had plenty of success in the transfer portal this offseason. Two of the newcomers, Rafael Hipolito (from Virginia Tech) and Peyten Kellar (Ohio) are top 20 portal additions, per InterMat. They wrestle in the 157- and 165-pound weight classes, respectively.

Besides those two, who are Nos. 7 and 17 in their respective weight class rankings, per InterMat, Oklahoma also added expected starter Tyson Carmoli from Wyoming at 133, two-time NCAA qualifier Tyler Wells at 141 from Minnesota, Jack Gioffre from Virginia at 149, and senior Brian Soldano from Rutgers at 184 pounds.

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Penn State vs Michigan State Preview: Can Lions Finally Win a Big Ten Game? | Recruiting Flips

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The Penn State Nittany Lions face the Michigan State Spartans in the first of a critical three-game stretch to end the 2025 regular season. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss how those three weeks are also critical for the team's recruiting efforts heading into the early signing period in December. How will Penn State navigate this weekend and beyond?

We'll discuss all of that and share our thoughts on today's practice viewing session on the show. Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss your thoughts as well! We'll be taking your questions and comments throughout the show to see what's on your mind this week.

Penn State practice update and recruiting news

Penn State held open practice on Wednesday evening in a truncated fashion. We'll spend a few minutes discussing what we saw in the two-period open viewing session for the media. What did we see? Tune in to find out.

Next, we'll dig into the latest recruiting news for the program. More player are flipping or opening up their commitments. We'll review the latest players to choose other programs and discuss the fallout of what the 2026 recruiting situation is for Penn State heading into the early signing period.

Of course, the team hosted recruits last week against Indiana. Were they able to get critical players to join them on campus for the near-upset victory over Indiana? Reporter Ryan Snyder will discuss how commit Marlen Bright made it back to campus and the significance of his presence to the class.

From there, he'll discuss notable names who joined Bright.

Penn State vs Michigan State Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the upcoming game against Michigan State. Can Penn State finally get a Big Ten win in a season of agonizing defeats? We'll discuss where Penn State can take advantage of the Spartans and how we see this game playing out between the lines.

The biggest wildcard for the Nittany Lions is that there's uncertainty about how Michigan State will play at quarterback. Backup Alessio Milivojevic gave the team a spark and nearly upset Minnesota in the team's Nov. 1, 23-20 loss. Milivojevic completed 71% of his passes for 311 yards in the back-and-forth affair.

Yet starter Aidan Chiles is athletic and dangerous with the ball in his hands. He has 255 yards on designed runs this year and another 157 scrambling. QB containment has been the Achilles Heel of the Penn State defense, so which player will see the field this weekend?

Join the show to hear our discussion on that, and more!

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Can Penn State FINALLY Get A Big Ten Win? | Michigan State Preview

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Can Penn State secure its first win against a Big Ten team this week? That's what we're discussing on the BWI Live Wednesday show. The Nittany Lions face the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday at 3:30 in the team's race for bowl eligibility. We'll dive into the matchups and players that will help decide the game this weekend and discuss what challenges the Spartans present to Penn State on film. It's also a transition time of the year where winter sports are starting to ramp up. We'll touch on the latest basketball, wrestling, and other news from around the athletic department this week.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the show! We'll be discussing your thoughts about the team and what's next with the program heading into the final stretch of games this year. Of course, if you can't catch the show live, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel to catch us on demand, or on your podcast player.

Penn State news and Notes

We'll start the show discussing the latest Penn State news outside of the football program. As the season begins to wind down, recruits in the class of 2026 are looking for a new place to land. There were two more commitment flips this week that we'll discuss on today's show. We'll also highlight big takeaways from Wrestling Media Day, and the men's basketball team's latest victory.

Next, we'll discuss the state of the Penn State quarterback room. This week, interim head coach Terry Smith said that the program found its quarterback of the future in Ethan Grunkemeyer. Is that true? Reporter Greg Pickel examines the position heading into the uncertain future for the team with a new head coach on the horizon.

Finally, we'll end the first half of today's show by doing a quick practice preview of what we're hoping to see tonight when the Nittany Lions open up the facility for our weekly 10 minutes of viewing.

Draftable stock up date and MSU Preview

Next, we'll dig into the upcoming game between Michigan State and Penn State. Who has the edge when the Lions have the ball? Which team has the advantage on defense? We'll break down the upcoming matchup between the two teams on today's show.

Finally, we'll spend the second half of the show discussing the players with an NFL future after this season. Whether its juniors who can leave early or seniors in their final three games, we'll update the draft stock of veterans on the team who have put up film for the NFL to evaluate this winter and spring. We'll separate the most notable players into stock up, down and holding patterns.

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Why Can't Penn State Close Out Games? Indiana Recap Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 23:51:02 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team has been through the ringer this year. They are currently on a six-game losing streak and have lost significant players while the program's future is in flux, awaiting the naming of a new head coach. Today, we're discussing the meaning in the rest of the season, plus recapping the team's game against Indiana. Join us as we review interim head coach Terry Smith's press conference from Monday and take your questions during the hour-long BWI Live Show.

Join the live chat at 10 a.m. to discuss all of those topics, plus your thoughts! We'll be talking to you for the duration of the hour-long show to get your feelings on the team's loss to Indiana and the value of playing a bowl game this year.

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Penn State vs Indiana Recap: Terry Smith Press Conference

Are there such things as moral victories in football? Penn State pushed the number-two team in the country to the brink on Saturday, but came up just short.

We'll start the show by reviewing what Smith had to say about the team's efforts against Indiana. What happened to change the playcalling after halftime? Why did the defense play so well against the Hoosiers? We'll break down those topics, plus discuss the future of players who may or may not be back in 2025.

Next, we'll discuss the team's performance against Indiana in our own words. What did we think of the team's shift at halftime? How did we think Ethan Grunkemeyer performed against the Indiana defense in his third career start?

We'll also review how the defense was able to keep the game within reach for the offense to make a comeback attempt. We'll also debate if running back Nick Singleton is back to his old form.

Is making a bowl game meaningful?

Finally, we'll end the show discussing the next three games and the program's future. Does making a bowl game matter? Does it matter to fans? Weigh in on the conversation by joining the show or by leaving your thoughts as a comment on the video. With so much uncertainty around the program, we want to know if fans will remain locked in for the final month of the season.

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3 Things We Learned About Penn State Football vs Indiana: Andy Kotelnicki offensive flaw explained

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000

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T-Frank discusses three things he learned about the Penn State offense and defense after watching the coach's film from the team's loss to Indiana. It's not all bad! He discusses the improvement in the run defense and how the team stopped Indiana's RPO passing attack. However, he ends with the team's four-minute drive and why Andy Kotelnicki's belief in option football gave Indiana a chance to win the game.

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Penn State Football Postgame Show: Lions Take Indiana Down To The Wire

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 8 Nov 2025 22:17:48 +0000

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The Penn State football team once again fought hard but failed to finish, losing to second-ranked Indiana on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Penn State has not dropped consecutive games to the top two teams in the country in as many weeks. The team is now on an unprecedented six-game losing streak and is winless in conference play.

Discuss the loss and the rest of the season on the Blue White Illustrated LaBatt Postgame Show. We'll break down what happened during the game and how Penn State failed to execute in crunch time when it mattered most. We'll also be taking your questions throughout the hour-long show.

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Penn State keeps it close at halftime

The Penn State defense showed up in a much better way to start the game against the Hoosiers. The team allowed 17 points at halftime, but seven came on a short field, thanks to a fumble by starting running back Kaytron Allen during the two-minute drive before halftime. Defensive coordiantor Jim Knowles came out aggressive, collecting six tackles for loss in the first half thanks to run blitzes and pressure.

However, the team's issues with stopping the quarterback run still lingered and allowed Indiana to convert too many third downs. Fernando Mendoza collected 30 yards and a touchdown on four rushing attempts, which also included a first-half sack and loss of yardage.

Penn State offense shows some life

Despite not getting many quality looks and attempts, starting quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer showed poise on Saturday, completing nine of 11 passing attempts for 90 yards, including a 43-yard strike to Trebor Pena, who broke a tackle and got an explosive play with yards after the catch.

However, Penn State tried to throw into the teeth of the Indiana defense too much, and only mounted two drives of more than four plays in the first half.

Penn State roared back in the second half and took a 24-20 lead with two minutes left in the game. However, the team punted with two minutes left in the game, and Indiana marched down the field to get the go-ahead score and win.

Penn State Wrestling Show: Roster Update Drops | Season Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 6 Nov 2025 21:00:00 +0000

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Penn State wrestling returns to the mat next weekend to start the 2025-2026 season. That means this week, following a mostly successful trip to the U23 World Championships in late October, the Nittany Lions put out their new roster for the year. We cover all of that and more on a new episode of The Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel kick things off by looking back at U23 Worlds. Luke Lilledahl, Levi Haines, and Mitchell Mesenbrink all won gold medals. Freshman PJ Duke finished third then. Rocco Welsh, Marcus Blaze, and Josh Barr all also competed but ended up off the medal stand. Barr suffered an injury at U23 Worlds that ended his tournament early. The show uses that as a jumping off point to transition into a look at the 2025-2026 season and the new roster. A written version of our top takeaways is available here.

From there, Carr and Pickel look ahead to the season that starts next Friday when Oklahoma comes to the Bryce Jordan Center.

You can watch this week's BWI Penn State wrestling show in the embedded player in this article. It is also available on YouTube. And you can find the audio-only version wherever you get your podcasts.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Roster Update Drops for 2025-26 Season

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Has Penn State Recruiting Hits Rock Bottom? | Indiana Game Predictions

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are in a pickel. They're back at Beaver Stadium for the first time since firing head coach James Franklin in October but have not named a finalist for the job, let alone his replacement. Now, the team has to recruit, host visitors and try to hang onto its committed prospects until the new coach has been named. On Today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss the latest news from the program's recruiting efforts, recruiting visits to other schools for commits, flips and more. We'll also discuss the latest practice update and give our Penn State vs. Indiana game predictions.

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Penn State practice update

First, we'll give you an update about the team's progress this week and what we saw during Penn State's open practice on Wednesday evening. What was the defense working on? How about the offensive personnel? We'll discuss who was there and what the team was doing during the open period this week.

Next, we'll get an update on the Penn State coaching search from reporter Sean Fitz. He updated his parameters around the coaching search this week to add in new context and details to the candidates who are vying for the job. We'll ask him what metrics he considered and why.

Recruiting Update

Top commits are visiting other programs, and the sleepers in Penn State's recruiting class are committing to them. Now, the team has to figure out a way to bring them all back into town two more times before the end of the season. The next opportunity to try and slow the bleeding of recruits comes this weekend when the team hosts Indiana. What's the scene like for the recruiting staff? Reporter Ryan Snyder discusses all of that and more.

Game preview and predictions

Finally, we'll discuss the upcoming contest between Penn State and Indiana. What matchups will decide the outcome? Can the Nittany Lions figure out a way to be competitive in this contest? We'll discuss how we think the game will go. We'll also give you our score predictions to end the show.

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Penn State vs Indiana Preview Show | Can Lions Counter High-Octane Hoosiers?

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The Penn State football team has another monumental task on Saturday afternoon when it hosts the second-ranked Indiana Hoosiers at Beaver Stadium. The team is undefeated and boasts one of the most impressive rags to riches stories in modern college football under new head coach Curt Cignetti. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the latest news with both teams, preview tonight's practice window with the Nittany Lions, and finally, give a preview of what Indiana is like between the lines.

Join the show today, live at 10 a.m. on YouTube! We'll be taking your questions and comments throughout the program. If you can't catch the show live, check it out on demand on the channel, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

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Penn State and Indiana news update

We'll start the show by discussing the latest and upcoming news with both teams heading into the game. Two of Indiana's top players, linebacker Aiden Fisher and wide receiver Elijah Sarratt, have been battling injuries recently, and Cignetti gave a progress update on them earlier this week.

Next, we'll preview Penn State's open practice window, which is tonight at 5 pm. We'll discuss the things we're curious about learning this week in the team's ever-evolving plan under interm head coach Terry Smith.

Stock Up, Stock Down

Next, we'll give our bi-weekly stock report update on the Penn State football team. Which players have taken a step forward in recent weeks, either in performance or importance? Which players have struggled and are falling behind? We'll give you three names each but feel free to drop your thoughts and comments during the show! We'll share the best during the segment.

Penn State vs Indiana Preview

Next, we'll dive into the film and discuss what we've learned about the Indiana offense and defense this week. How does this team match up with Penn State's offense and defense? We'll explain what they like to do schematically, and what results those choices have produced in the nation's second-ranked team.

We've got plenty more Penn State football coverage this week. Hear from Smith tonight after practice, plus get a full report on what we saw tomorrow on the BWI Live Recruiting Show. We'll end the week by giving our predictions and game previews with Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder.

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What we learned about Penn State Football against Ohio State | Why can't Penn State throw the ball?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are on an unprecedented five-game losing streak and barrelling towards a sixth. The team lost to number-one-ranked Ohio State on Saturday, 38-14, and now faces number-two ranked Indiana this coming weekend.

Reporter Thomas Frank Carr discusses three things he learned about the Penn State Football team during the loss. He discusses a fundamental flaw in the defense based on what Ohio State did to have success on the ground. He also explains how Ohio State went right at the heart of the defensive secondary to get big plays. Finally, he explains why he had a problem with the timing of play calls on offense and how Andy Kotelnicki and the offensive staff didn't put quarerback Ethan Grunkemeyer in the best position to succeed.

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Penn State vs Ohio State Recap Show | What's Left To Salvage?

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It's another week and another loss for the Penn State Football team. The program is now on an unprecedented five-game losing streak and is winless in Big Ten play this year. The latest loss was a predictable 38-14 dismantling by Ohio State on the road in Columbus. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the loss and what interim head coach Terry Smith had to say about it on Monday during his weekly press conference.

We'll also discuss the game from our perspective, and what we think there is left to salvage for the team as they head home to face second-ranked Indiana on Saturday at noon. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the situation with us! We'll take your questions and comments during the live show to get your reaction to the latest loss.

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Terry Smith Press Conference

We'll start with Smith's comments about the game. It's a similar refrain today on Between the Lines, where Smith answers questions about the Penn State passing attack and the lack of involvement for players like Koby Howard and Tyseer Denmark. We'll also discuss Smith's comments about how his former cornerback room let up three explosive pass plays when those were the top priority to stop on Saturday.

Penn State vs Ohio State Recap

Next, we'll give our thoughts on how the game played out. Why can't the team pass the football? What makes the offense so frustrating to watch? We'll discuss the issues that the team has and why Liam Clifford is part of the offense as a wildcat quarterback. Finally, we'll discuss how this playcalling is indicative of bad teams.

Next, we'll discuss the defensive effort and whether there's anything the team can build on for the next coaching staff, for players who can return if they choose not to enter the transfer portal.

Finally, we'll look ahead to the final month of this season. Can Penn State make a bowl game? Will the team go to one if they get to six wins? We'll discuss the realities of the situation as we enter the final month of the 2025 season to see what is in store for the wounded Penn State football team.

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Penn State vs Ohio State Postgame Show: Lions Get Blown Out After Halftime

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 1 Nov 2025 20:40:47 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team fell to the number-one-ranked Ohio State on Saturday. It's the fifth loss in a row for the Lions, who are now 3-5 and winless in Big Ten play. Interim head coach Terry Smith deployed new ideas on offense and defense after the team's bye week, but it wasn't enough to help the team overcome the highly talented Buckeyes. Join the Labatt Postgame Show to discuss the loss, what it means for the team's 2025 season, and what the team tried to do differently this week. We'll be taking your questions, comments, and thoughts about the game for the duration of the hour-long show.

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Penn State drops its fifth straight game

Despite the loss, Penn State went down swinging. In a battle of two teams determined to play methodical football, the Lions matched the Buckeyes in the first half. Despite uneven play to start the game, the offense put together a 15-play 75-yard drive that took up nearly eight minutes of game time in the second quarter before a Nick Singleton touchdown brought the game within three points.

From there, it was a battle of big-play moments where the Penn State defense once again failed to sack the quarterback on third down, and Ohio State passer Julian Sayin scrambled for a first down on third and five. Soon after, he tossed a 45-yard touchdown to Carnell Tate to extend the lead by seven.

Things looked bleak with four minutes left in the first half as Penn State punted on the following drive, giving Ohio State the chance to double-dip before halftime. However, CJ Donaldson fumbled the ball and Chaz Coleman picked it up, returning it to the 13-yard line. Penn State then punched the ball in to score before halftime.

However, Ohio State made adjustments after halftime, and the Buckeyes' offense was just too much for the Penn State defense. The Buckeyes compiled three plays of 50-plus yards on three straight drives to blow the game open and get the runaway win.

Penn State vs Ohio State Preview with Spencer Holbrook of Letterman Row

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 22:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State football team faces off against Ohio State on Saturday at noon. To get fans of both teams ready for the game, Specer Holbrook of Letterman Row and Blue White Illustrated's T-Frank sit down for a conversation about the game. They disucss the game and share notes about each other's teams heading into the last matchup in this highly entertaining series for some time.

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Penn State Recruiting Update | Ohio State Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:45:07 +0000

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It's been a rough month for the Penn State football recruiting effort. The team is losing commits weekly, and the most committed players to the program and the university are starting to look elsewhere as the current head coaching search continues. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing the latest news surrounding the team's recruits, where they're visiting, and who has chosen new schools. We'll also look at a new rule change to the NCAA calendar that has made the new coach's recruiting efforts much more difficult. Of course, we'll discuss the team's open practice from Wednesday night, and give our thoughts and predictions of the upcoming game.

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Penn State practice update

The Penn State football team opened up practice for its weekly media viewing session on Wednesday evening. We'll start the show with a brief recap of what we saw in the short window of practice.

Next, we'll dive into the latest news with the team's commitments. Which players are slow-playing their visits to other schools? Which ones are already decommitted and looking elsewhere? We'll discuss those updates with recruiting reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz.

NCAA Calendar Change

Next, we'll discuss the latest changes to the NCAA calendar from a recent board of governors meeting. These changes will directly affect Penn State's ability to recruit when the new coach is named, if that happens shortly after the season ends. Snyder will have more on the subject.

Game Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the matchup between Penn State and Ohio State. Can the Nittany Lions pull the upset of the season on Saturday afternoon? We'll discuss what needs to happen on offense and defense for interim head coach Terry Smith's squad to succeed. Finally, we'll give you our score predictions and how we think the game will play out.

Want more Penn State football conversation? Stay tuned this afternoon for a special crossover show with Spencer Holbrook of On3's Ohio State site, Letterman Row. We'll get insight from the opposing side to give you a better understanding of how things are going for the Buckeyes.

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Penn State vs Ohio State Preview | Which Young Lions Can See The Field?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:27:44 +0000

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The Penn State football team enters its toughest two-game stretch of the season this weekend when it faces top-ranked Ohio State on Saturday at noon. Today, the team opens up practice to the media for its weekly view of what's going on inside the Lasch Football Complex. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll preview tonight's event, discuss the next wave of players who could see the field for the Nittany Lions, and we'll preview what Ohio State's new offensive and defensive personalities look like on the field.

Join the show to discuss all of that and more! We're live on YouTube at 10 a.m. You can join the live chat to give your thoughts and opinions on the team with the show. If you can't catch the show live, check out the video on demand, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State practice preview

After months of the same drills and rhythm at open practice, the situation has changed dramatically in the last several weeks. The team is down several starters, and there have been surprise players missing from games in recent weeks. During the team's bye, the offense practiced indoors, away from the media, in a closed install period. What will things look like tonight? We'll discuss the aspects of the offense and defense we're looking for this evening.

Best Bets and Freshmen report

Next, Greg Pickel will give you his best best for this week. Each Wednesdy he picks a game of the week, a game or line that interests him, and of course, the Penn State game. Find out what he's picking this week!

Next, we'll discuss the young players who have a chance to crack the lineup during the final month of the season. Penn State has several severe issues on offense and defense that don't have an easy solution, specifically at linebacker and wide receiver. Who can step into the void? Which other positions have an opportunity for a young player to make a name before the season's end? We'll discuss

Finally, we'll preview the game between Ohio State and Penn State. We'll tell you what the Buckeyes' new identity is on offense under first-year coordiantor Brian Hartline and former NFL defenisve coordinator Matt Patricia. What makes the vaunted Ohio State defense tick, and how can Penn State attack it? We'll discuss.

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Penn State Wants Kaytron Allen to Carry The Team vs Ohio State | Can He?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:51:17 +0000

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Penn State head coach Terry Smith spoke to the media on Monday during his weekly press conference to kick off the next week of games. The team is coming off its second bye week and a much-needed reset after the team's 0-4 skid in conference play. On the horizon this week is the number-one-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes, who host the Nittany Lions at noon on Saturday. Today, we'll discuss Smith's comments about the upcoming game and what he thinks his team needs to do to win, the latest on the Penn State coaching search to find the next full-time head coach, and a preview of the upcoming game.

Of course, we'll also be taking your comments as well. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube. We'll discuss your thoughts about the team during the hour-long show, so join the live chat to give us your takes on Penn State football! Of course, if you can't catch the show live, you can always watch the show on demand, here on the site, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State coaching search update

Late last week, reporter Sean Fitz put out his latest coaching hot board for the Penn State search. This time, he presented the candidates as buy, sell, and hold stocks in the race to find the next football leader. We'll discuss the update with him and ask which name in which category surprised him the most. Which candidate do you want the most? Join the chat to give us your thoughts.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll dive into what Smith said during his first comments since the bye week. He spoke to reporters for roughly 20 minutes on Monday afternoon and outlined his thoughts on where the team stands heading into its biggest road test of the season.

Today, we'll discuss his comments about the risk of being seen as a substitute teacher and how he thinks his team can formulate a game plan to play against Ohio State. Of course, Penn State is a 20-plus point underdog on the road this week. Will Smith use that as motivation for his team? He was asked about that, and we'll discuss his answer on the show.

Finally, we'll dissect his comments about the passing game and offensive coordiantor Andy Kotelnicki. Can the team push the ball vertically downfield? Can it do that with this group of receivers? We'll read between the lines of his answers about his offensive coordinator and the passing game from yesterday.

Ohio State Preview

Finally, we'll give our first of three previews on the matchup between Penn State and Ohio State. What is the Buckeyes' offense like this year? How does the defense play the run? We'll discuss aspects of the next opponent's style and skill to end the show.

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Penn State Commit Jahsiear Rogers Flips to Oklahoma | Fallout and What's Next

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 18:44:27 +0000

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Wide receiver Jahsiear Rogers became the latest 2026 recruit to back out of his commitment to Penn State on Monday, announcing that he’s now committed to Oklahoma.

A 5-foot-10, 175-pound receiver from Appoquinimink in Delaware, Rogers emerged on Penn State’s radar in June 2024 when he participated in a 7-on-7 tournament. Not only can he run a 4.3-second 40-yard dash, but Rogers has also surpassed 11 feet in the broad jump, making him one of the most athletic players in the region, regardless of class.

Once Rogers made it clear on Oct. 13 that he was open to speaking with coaches elsewhere, a flood of news schools started showing interest. He set official visits with Oklahoma, Nebraska and Alabama but ended up switching his commitment to the Sooners following his official visit this past weekend.

Penn State Commit Jahsiear Rogers Flips to Oklahoma | Fallout and What's Next

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Super 32 Recap and U23 Worlds Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:52:03 +0000

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Penn State is gearing up for its 2025-2026 regular season. First, though, seven Lions will compete at the U23 World Championships. And two future Nittany Lions just took the mat at the prestigious Super 32 high school tournament last weekend in North Carolina. This week's Blue-White Illustrated wrestling show covers it all with host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel. You can view it in the embedded video player above. It is also available on BWI's YouTube page and wherever you get your podcasts.

This week's episode starts with a Super 32 recap. Standout junior and Class of 2027 Penn State commit Landon Sidun did not compete after winning Who's Number One two weekends ago in Iowa. But, two other future Nittany Lions did take the mat. Class of 2026 commit Sam Herring, who is from Johnstown, Pa., Bishop McCort, beat New York native and Class of 2027 Lions pledge Gavin Mangano in the 138-pound semifinals, 4-2. From there, he lost 1-0 to Minnesota commit Tyler Dekraker in the finals. Mangano, meanwhile, would go on to finish third.

From there, the show moves into a preview of the U23 World Championships. The men's freestyle action is broken up over four days.

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Penn State Recruiting: Which Players are MUST-KEEPS for New Staff?

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It's not going great for the Penn State football recruiting staff and coaches. Another week without a head coach is bringing more decommitments and official visits for prospects to different schools. We'll be discussing and dissecting the fallout on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as they break down the latest news about the program, including the timeline for players to make a decision and the latest decommitments. We will also outline the players Penn State must keep through the transition to salvage this year's team-building efforts.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the conversation. We'll be taking your questions and comments during the hour-long show to discuss what's on your mind about Penn State football and recruiting. If you can't catch the show live, be sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel so our content arrives in your feed every day! We're available on demand anywhere you get your podcasts and embedded in this article.

Penn State decommit and flip update

We'll rip the band-aid off to begin the show and discuss the bad news for the program. Several players have announced their decisions to decommit from the program and look for a new place to play football. We'll also discuss defensive tackle Alex Haskell's decision to skip that part and flip to Syracuse this week.

Next, we'll outline the latest info on where players plan to visit in the coming weeks. Can Penn State's current staff fend off the attack from other top schools to keep players in the program long enough for athletic director Pat Kraft to find the next head coach?

Must-keep players

Penn State doesn't have a top-five class by any means, but there are some very talented players in the 2026 recruiting cycle. Today, we'll discuss which players are must-keep prospects in the 2026 class. If Penn State can get any players to stick around, this group is essential to be on that list. We'll discuss why linebackers Elijah Littlejohn and Terry Wiggins are part of this group, along with safety Darrell Carey.

What's the timeline for enrollment?

Finally, Snyder will discuss the timeline for how long players can wait around to find out who will be Penn State's next head coach. Snyder will give a rough outline of the recruiting calendar and its intricacies to give fans an understanding of how the program could make changes in December and still get key players to enroll early for the coming year.

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Penn State Bye Week Practice Update | Stock Up/Stock Down

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:54:35 +0000

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The Penn State football team has a much-needed bye week and is working to reengineer its identity after a massively disruptive rash of losses to start the season. The team must rebuild itself without quarterback Drew Allar, star linebacker Tony Rojas, and without head coach James Franklin, who was fired after losing three straight conference games to start the season. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss interim head coach Terry Smith's comments from last night's practice, the team's decision to not show the offense during open availability, and do a stock up stock down update for the bye week. We'll also discuss the team's issues with complementary football

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Penn State vs Iowa Recap Show | Bye Week Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:20:19 +0000

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The Penn State football team lost its fourth-straight game in a row on Saturday. Despite a renewed effort from the team, they fell to Iowa at Kinnick Stadium 25-24. On today's BWI Live Show, we're discussing the game, what new things we saw from the team, and what we should take away from the loss. We'll also update you on the team's bye week plans as they transition into the second half of the 2025 season. Finally, we'll briefly update you on the coaching search that now enters its second week.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the weekly discussion! Put your thoughts in the live chat during the show, and we'll talk to you throughout the program. If you can't catch the show live, you can always check out the show on replay on the site, here in this article or anywhere you get your podcasts. Subscribe right now so you never miss our content during this unprecedented change in the team's football program!

Penn State coaching search update: More teams enter the mix for candidates

Penn State isn't the only program that has fired its head coach this cycle. They will compete with other schools that have moved on from coaches this year for the next great candidate. So, where does Penn State stand in the list of openings that are currently on the market? We'll give you the latest opinions from national media, plus we'll discuss which programs could leapfrog Penn State for the top candidates this year.

Of course, we'll give a preview of the information our reporters are gathering on the latest coaching hot board this week. To get full access to that information, join Blue White Illustrated right now for just one dollar. You'll get access for a week before joining for a year at full price.

Iowa game recap

Next, we'll discuss the team's plans for the upcoming bye week, including the team's practice schedule and recruiting plans. What can the current staff say or do to keep players in the program? How can they begin to attract talent to the roster without the next coach in place? We'll briefly touch on those topics.

Finally, we'll end the show by discussing Saturday's game. We'll review the Penn State offensive and defensive performances to discuss what the team did to try to get a win against Iowa. We'll review Ethan Grunkemeyer's debut, the wrinkles the team added, and if the plan has sustainability and life to it.

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Penn State vs Iowa Postgame Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 04:05:58 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team dropped its fourth-straight game in conference play to fall to 3-4 on Saturday night. The team, fresh off the emotional blow of head coach James Franklin's firing, couldn't get it done on the road and lost to the Iowa Hawkeyes. We'll discuss the game, how the team responded to the week, and what another loss means to the program.

Join the show live immediately following the game to discuss the loss. We'll be talking with fans for roughly an hour about what led to the defeat and what the team's outlook is now that it's struggling for bowl eligibility.

The Penn State football team fights to close finish

Interim head coach Terry Smith fired up his team this week and found the right combination on offense and defense to play a close game with the Hakweyes. Defensively, Zakee Wheatley got an interception on Iowa's first drive of the game, which Penn State turned into a touchdown. After a field goal by Iowa, the team traded punts for much of the first half. Then, after an Ethan Grunkemeyer interception set up an Iowa touchdown, it seemed that all was going the wrong way for the Nittany Lions.

Penn State punted with roughly a minute left in the first half, and Iowa set up for a 66-yard field goal. Defensive tackle Xavier Gilliam blocked the attempt, and Elliot Washington returned the block for a touchdown before half. The team then scored coming out of halftime to take a 21-10 lead.

However, the Nittany Lions tried to go for a fourth and one from their own 40-yard line, which tight end Luke Reynolds did not convert. Penn State and Iowa traded drives in the fourth quarter but Iowa QB Mark Granowski broke a long 67-yard run to set up the go-ahead touchdown for the Hawkeyes.

Five Things to Watch For: Penn State vs Iowa | Can The Defense Get OFF The Field?

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Each week, we outline five different aspects of the upcoming game between Penn State and its next opponent. This week, the team travels to Iowa without former head coach James Franklin and starting quarterback Drew Allar, whose career ended with a broken ankle against Northwestern.

With so much change, what are the five things to watch for? Luckily, Iowa is an incredibly consistent team and provides a clear roadmap of how this game can play out. From there, we'll paint in the details for the Penn State side of things.

5) What does effort mean to interim Penn State coach Terry Smith?

4) Iowa's offensive line is exactly what you think

3) More dink and dunk conversions for Penn State's beleaguered defense

2) To blitz or not blitz

1) Ethan Grunkemeyer's Debut for Penn State

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Josh Pate Discusses Penn State Firing James Franklin, Coaching Search

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Penn State Recruiting Fallout from Firing James Franklin | Iowa Game predictions

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The Penn State football program is reeling after the firing of head coach James Franklin on Sunday. No portion of the organization has been hit harder than the recruiting department, with commits either outright decommitting or opening up their recruitment in droves. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, Penn State recruiting reporter Ryan Snyder assesses the damage that's been done in the last week. We'll also look at the road ahead for landmarks in the coaching search that make sense for the program and how they affect this year's cycle. Finally, we'll preview the game between Penn State and Iowa this Saturday to discuss how we see the immediate future playing out.

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Penn State recruiting fallout

Today, we'll dig into the announcements from Penn State prospects, which have come in several degrees. Snyder will discuss what he thinks the difference is between "committed but opening recruitment" and "officially decommitted" means. We'll also discuss what interim head coach and lead recruiter Terry Smith can do to help Penn State retain as many players as it possibly can through the transition.

Finally, we'll look at specific players in the Class of 2026 to see what the future may hold for the program. Four-star receiver Jahsiear Rogers was one of the most exciting recruits in recent memory at wide receiver. Can Penn State bring him back in the fold?

Two of the team's longest-tenured recruits, Messiah Mickens and Kevin Brown, have made their announcements recently. We'll discuss the situation with Snyder regarding the Harrisburg duo.

Timeline of events that can change Penn State's recruiting trajectory

Finally, we'll discuss the timelines for Penn State Football. When is the optimal time to name a new coach to mitigate recruiting damage? Can Penn State salvage the transition? We'll discuss the landmarks in recruiting that matter in the search, plus get a sense of what Snyder thinks the best and worst case scenarios are this year.

Penn State vs Iowa preview

Finally, we'll dive into the game preview for the weekend. What do we think will happen between Penn State and Iowa, as the team prepares to grind through the heart of its Big Ten schedule? We'll give our game preview and score predictions to end the show!

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How Penn State Moves On: Terry Smith Checklist, Iowa Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:31:11 +0000

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The Penn State football team opens practice on Wednesday night for the first time since firing former head coach James Franklin. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss how the team moves on ahead of a game on Saturday on the road against Iowa. We'll discuss what interim head coach Terry Smith has on his checklist for Week One of his time on the job. We'll also preview the game against the Hawkeyes and take your questions.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the team's new identity and what you think Penn State needs to do to right the ship. Catch the show every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 10 a.m. or on demand wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State coaching search and regrouping effort

Today, we'll start with an update on the coaching search and the replacement for Franklin. What's the latest fans need to know about the process? We'll discuss.

Next, we'll focus on the team. What does Smith need to do this week to refocus his team and get a talented but flawed Penn State unit back on track? We'll look at some of the points that Smith outlined in his opening press conference and give our own thoughts as well.

Iowa preview

Next, we'll discuss the upcoming matchup between Penn State and Iowa on the road this weekend. What is the team up against? We'll discuss what we've learned about the Hawkeyes, how the two teams match up, and where the Nittany Lions can attack to have a shot at winning on the road at night.

We'll also discuss how the team should plan on playing with redshirt freshman quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer under center. How will the offense change? What does Grunkemeyer bring to the table that is different than Allar? We'll discuss the new starter for the Nittany Lions on today's show.

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Inside the Fallout at Penn State: Why Pat Kraft Fired James Franklin

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:21:40 +0000

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Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft made the stunning move on Sunday, Oct 12 to fire long-time head coach James Franklin from his position. On Monday, Kraft spoke to the media about the decision, outlining his reasons, what comes next, and how Penn State can recover from its current state. After that, interim head coach Terry Smith spoke to reporters for about 25 minutes about the team's state. Today on the BWI Live show, we'll discuss the critical moments from yesterday's events. We'll also recap the game that led to the decision, Penn State's 22-21 loss to Northwestern on Homecoming.

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Pat Kraft outlines decision and reasons for firing Franklin

We'll start the show with the most important news from yesterday: Kraft's reasoning for making the move after the team's 0-3 skid in Big Ten play. We'll play quotes from his press conference, which you can hear on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel to provide context to the conversation.

Next, we'll discuss what Smith had to say about the state of the team and what he thinks led to the collapse after the White Out loss to Oregon.

Head coaching search and Drew Allar injury

Next, we'll discuss the coaching search and what we know at this time about the team's plans for the next Penn State football leader. Sean Fitz has his initial hot board of candidates on the site, which you can read for just $1 to get a week's worth of access.

In any normal season, if a senior quarterback left a game with a season-ending injury, it would call for a video unto itself. Yet with the ground-breaking news on Sunday, Drew Allar's season, and Penn State career-ending injury has gone on as a side conversation. We'll discuss the fallout and impact of his injury for the rest of the year.

Penn State vs Northwestern

It's a jam-packed show, so our attention to the loss that ignited the change may get underrepresented on the show. However, we'll still discuss the loss to Northwestern this week and what led to the collapse of Penn State's defense.

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Breaking: Penn State Fires James Franklin

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 19:06:27 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions have fired head coach James Franklin after the team's 3-3 start and three-game losing streak in Big Ten play. Reporter Nate Bauer and host Thomas Frank Carr discuss the news, reflect on Franklin's legacy as head coach, and discuss the fallout of what's next with the team. #PennState #NittanyLions

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Penn State Implosion Continues, Allar Out For Season In Loss To Northwestern: Postgame Show

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The Penn State Nittany Lions did it again, and not in a good way. Penn State lost to Northwestern, dropping to 3-3 on the season and winless in conference play. What's more, they may have lost their starting quarterback. The team fell in another frustrating performance, thanks to a listless defense and special teams that allowed Northwestern a late lead. Then, quarterback Drew Allar left the game with a lower-leg injury.

Join the BWI Live postgame show to discuss the loss and what it means for the teams going forward. We'll be taking your questions and comments on the show as the team struggles to find its way.

Penn State's ugly season gets uglier

The Penn State defense once again struggled to get off the field, giving up multiple ten-plus play drives to Northwestern, aided by penalties and special teams blunders. The defense allowed Northwestern quarterback Preston Stone to get into a rhythm, completing 65% of his attempts. The team's sloppy performance on defense included two face-mask penalties and another offside on third down.

Penn State's offense fails to convert in the second half

Penn State's offense was much less anemic early in the game, with Kaytron Allen gaining 59 yards in the first half. However, a Drew Allar interception on the team's first drive, after a blocked punt, ended the team's first scoring opportunity.

Late in the game, a muffed punt by Devonte Ross set up Northwestern with a field goal attempt to take the lead. Penn State returned fire with a 67-yard catch and run from Ross, which set the team up for a one-yard Drew Allar score.

However, the defense broke down on the return drive from Northwestern, allowing a touchdown and a 22-21 lead for the Wildcats. On the ensuing possession, Allar hurt his ankle on a third-down stop, and backup quarterback Ethan Gurnkemery found the same success on fourth down. Penn State's defense failed to stop Northwestern, and the Wildcats held the clock.

Penn State Football: 5 Things to Watch vs. Northwestern | Will the Lions Bounce Back at Home?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 01:05:17 +0000

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Each week, we try to give you five points to watch for in the upcoming game between Penn State and its latest opponent. After two straight losses, the Northwestern Wildcats are in town for Homecoming. Truthfully, five was a stretch this week, but here are the five things to watch for against Northwestern.

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Penn State vs Northwestern Preview: Can Lions Get Back On Track?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 9 Oct 2025 15:21:54 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against Northwestern on Saturday to try and stop the bleeding on a rare 0-2 skid for the program. Both teams are 3-2 and want to avoid a .500 record to start October. How are the team's recruits taking the losses? We'll discuss Ryan Snyder's conversations with recruits about the team's start to the season, and we'll preview the upcoming visitor list for the team's final home game of October. Finally, we'll preview the game and give our predictions!

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Penn State practice update

The Penn State football team opened the doors of the Lasch Football facility on Wednesday evening to the media for our roughly 15-minute viewing period of practice. Publisher Sean Fitz was at the event and will give his thoughts on what he saw and heard throughout the evening. We'll also recap Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments after the event.

Recruiting update

Penn State fans are furious about the team's troubles, especially given the high expectations from the beginning of the year. But how do the commits feel about the losses? Snyder spoke to the team's 2026 class to get feedback on how they are taking the situation.

Next, we'll discuss the prospects that the team wants to add to the mix for 2027. Who is coming to the game this weekend? It's Penn State's last home game of October, so we'll preview what that means for the team on today's show.

Homecoming preview

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming game between Northwestern and Penn State. The sky is falling for Penn State fans, so there's a clear and obvious loss on the calendar for the team this weekend. Is that reasonable? We'll give you our scouting report of the Wildcats and give our game score predictions for the game. Want to give your thoughts on the game and what you think is in store for the team this weekend? Join the show to be part of the action! Your home for Penn State football is Blue White Illustrated!

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Penn State Defensive Woes Explained | Can Northwestern Follow The Blueprint?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 15:54:53 +0000

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The Penn State football team needs to bounce back against Northwestern in a desperate way this week. Through the first four games, the team's offense struggled to play with consistency and to put up points on a regular basis, even against subpar teams. Now, the team's defensive unit has imploded, after surrendering 42 points to UCLA on the road in the most embarrassing loss in recent memory. So what's going on with the defense? We'll discuss the issues and break them down on today's show. We'll also play stock up, stock down after the two-game slide to start conference play.

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As it stands right now for Penn State Football

We'll start the show with the current state of Penn State football after the team's second loss of the season. Reporter Greg Pickel has put together news and notes about the team's postseason projections, the situation that ended the game for the Nittany Lions last Saturday, and of course, an early preview of Northwestern. We'll give you the news and notes off the top of today's show.

Stock up, Stock down

Next, we'll take the temperature of the Penn State football team as it evolves throughout the season. Which players are playing better than the team's 0-2 start to Big Ten Play? Which players or positions are living up to the current infamy? We'll give it to you straight in the stock up, stock down segment today, which includes some surprising stock up players.

What's going on with the Penn State defense?

Finally, we'll dig deeper into a topic we discussed earlier this week and put some facts to the team's struggles on defense and the growing game plan that teams have used against Penn State's defense to control the ball game and inflict long drives on the team.

We'll discuss the pain points for the defense and why the loss of linebacker Tony Rojas is such a big deal for the Nittany Lions' defensive front. Finally, we'll discuss whether or not Northwestern can apply the same plan to this weekend that other teams have used against Jim Knowles and his squad so far.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Sidun Commits | Schedule Release Breakdown

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 15:48:24 +0000

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The Penn State wrestling team released its 2025-2206 schedule so the Blue White Illustrated wrestling show is back to discuss the team's upcoming season. Penn State also secured two recruits for 2027 in Landon Sidun and Gavin Magano. We discuss the team's recruiting efforts to start the show and end with a preview of the lineup battles the team will see during the nonconference season.

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Penn State vs UCLA Meltdown and Fallout | Franklin Press Conference, Game Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 7 Oct 2025 15:25:52 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team has a shocking 3-2 record and has dropped two straight games against Oregon and UCLA. Tensions are high, and the cacophony of noise surrounding the program is at an all-time high. Yesterday, Penn State head coach James Franklin sat down in front of the media to answer questions from the assembled reporters. Today, we'll cover that conversation and his answers to tough questions about the lack of performance from his team this past weekend. The team lost to a winless UCLA squad that replaced all of its coordinators in the last two weeks. Today, we'll talk about Franklin's responses to questions and review the game from Saturday.

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Between the Lines

We'll start the show today by discussing Franklin's comments to the media about the state of his team through the first five games of the season in our weekly segment Between The Lines. Franklin was asked tough questions about why his team is underperforming expectations right now, and we'll replay his answers and then give our thoughts and interpretations of his answers.

Today, we'll discuss the team's effort in the loss to UCLA and if that was an issue that Franklin saw when watching the game. We'll also dive into his answer about why his team has been inconsistent and slow to adapt this year. Finally, we'll discuss his call for his team to band together and not fracture under the pressure of the current adversity and scrutiny.

How did we get here? Penn State vs UCLA

Penn State lost 42-37 to UCLA on Saturday in the biggest upset in college football this season. The winless Bruins took the opening kickoff and never looked back, scoring 27 points in the first half while keeping Penn State's offense off the field for most of the first 30 minutes.

We'll discuss the offensive and defensive performances from the game and give our thoughts on the major storylines that have come from the loss in the last four days.

Finally, we'll wrap up the show with our look ahead to the next week in Penn State football.

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Three Things We Learned about Penn State After Embarrassing Loss to UCLA | Is The End Near?

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The Penn State football team lost one of the most indefensible games in program history on Saturday when it fell 42-37 to UCLA. We discuss the fallout and the three big picture things we've learned about the Nittany Lions after the team's 0-2 start to conference play against Oregon and the Bruins. T-Frank discusses the season-long issues we've learned about this year.

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Penn State vs UCLA Postgame Show: Penn State Defense Falls Apart at UCLA

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The Penn State Nittany Lions dropped its second game of the season, losing to winless UCLA on the road today. Join the Penn State Football postgame show to discuss the loss, and what it means for the Nittany Lions. The Lions are now 3-2 and 0-2 in conference play.

Penn State defense gets off-kilter from UCLA attack

Last week, the Penn State defense gave up over 400 yards to the Oregon offense in a nail-biting, overtime loss to Oregon in which they only surrendered 3 points through 40 minutes of game time. This week, they surrendered nearly 300 yards and 27 points in the first half.

UCLA's new-look offense shifted its focus and dialed up an unexpected game plan for the Nittany Lions, focusing on short, quick passes. Quarterback Nico Iamaleava was 14-18 before halftime with 158 passing yards and two touchdowns as a result. Once UCLA had Penn State off-balance, they threw deep passes over the heads of the Penn State corners, completing passes against Zion Tracy and Elliot Washington in man coverage.

Penn State offense is effective but rarely on the field

Meanwhile, the Penn State offense sat on its hands for most of the first half. UCLA dropped a surprise onside kick to take back-to-back possessions to start the game. Despite an effective opening drive in which the team marched down the field 10 plays for 75 yards and a touchdown in just four and a half minutes, the offense was rarely on the field. Penn State had just three possessions during the first half.

One of the key possessions in that half was right before the break. Penn State had all three timeouts and the ball near midfield. Penn State head coach James Franklin opted to drain the clock on the front half of the drive, but his team failed to convert a fourth and 4. UCLA took the ball over on downs with two timeouts left and gained enough yardage for a field goal to go up 27-7.

Despite a furious comeback in the second half, Penn State's defense only forced one punt and a long field goal attempt.

Next up for Penn State

What did Franklin have to say after the loss? Check out his postgame comments here on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel after the show. We'll also have reactions from the staff here on the site. Penn State takes on Northwestern at home to try to right the ship for homecoming.

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Penn State White Out Fallout: Big Recruiting Boost & UCLA Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 2 Oct 2025 15:18:30 +0000

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Not everything was rotten about the White Out game after the Penn State Nittany Lions football team lost to Oregon 30-24 on Saturday in front of a sold-out crowd. The atmosphere provided by the fans was electric to a new level and provided an incredible backdrop for the team's recruiting efforts, which we've chronicled on the BWI Live Recruiting Show for over a month. Today, we'll get the initial reaction from those recruits and discuss how the game went from this perspective. Join us as we detail the new wind in the sails for the Penn State football program's 2027 recruiting, plus give you a game preview and score predictions for UCLA this weekend.

You can get all of that and more on the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube! Join the live chat to discuss the players we profile, the latest news from the program, plus anything else you'd like to discuss! The best way to stay informed about our live launch is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you'll receive alerts when we post breaking news or any of our other great content.

Reacting to Penn State's loss of Tony Rojas to injury

Of course, the first thing we'll discuss today is that Penn State starting linebacker Tony Rojas suffered a long-term injury this week and will be out for the foreseeable future. We'll discuss the impact on the defense, the team, and what happens next for the program.

White Out recruiting recap

We discussed the White Out list for over a month on the Recruiting Show, heading into the biggest game of the team's home schedule. Now that the dust is settling from the event, what was the impact? Reporter Sean Fitz details what he's learned about the team's recruiting influence from the event and what he thinks will come from the game. We'll also outline a flurry of recruiting predictions from Steve Wiltfong in favor of the Nittany Lions after the game.

UCLA Preview

Finally, we'll end the show discussing the upcoming game against the floundering UCLA Bruins. The team fired yet another coordinator on Tuesday of this week, giving Penn State an unprecedented challenge of preparing for a team with almost no on-field history before the game. What does the Penn State offense need to do to get on track? What do we expect from the team on that side of the ball? We'll break down the adjustments and expectations for the Lions out in LA this weekend.

Finally, we'll detail what UCLA can do on offense and how the team can manage to execute a strong defensive game plan without Rojas on the field.

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BREAKING: Penn State Linebacker Tony Rojas Suffers Long-Term Injury | Fallout

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 2 Oct 2025 00:09:05 +0000

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The Penn State football team learned some devastating news this week after a tough loss to Oregon in the White Out. Blue White Illustrated learned on Wednesday that starting linebacker Tony Rojas suffered a long-term injury and will be out for the foreseeable future. The defense was already paper-thin at linebacker, with only Rojas, Amare Campbell, and veteran Dom DeLuca seeing snaps with the starting unit. Last week against the Ducks, DeLuca only played eight defensive snaps, while Rojas played 70 and Campbell played 75 of the 80 total snaps on defense.

We discuss what the next steps are for the Penn State defense under Jim Knowles and discuss how important Rojas was to the scheme. We'll highlight the next players up and what the team can do from here.

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Three Things We Learned About Penn State Against Oregon

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 1 Oct 2025 16:23:51 +0000

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The Penn State football team lost to the Oregon Ducks 30-24 in double overtime. Despite how close the game was, the offense didn't make it feel that way, going three quarters with just one field goal. We'll discuss what's going on with the offense and then examine one reason why the Penn State defense under Jim Knowles struggled to get off the field.

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Penn State vs UCLA: How the Lions Can Spark the Passing Attack

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 1 Oct 2025 16:01:28 +0000

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The Penn State football team heads out west to face UCLA, with a road trip starting on Thursday afternoon. The team will have its final practice on the East Coast tonight, which the media will be able to attend. Yet with all of that, including another game looming the horizon, we're spending another day talking about the Penn State offense and how the team can right the ship on today's BWI Live Show. Join us as we discuss the quick and long-term fixes in the offense that can help the team find a more potent combination of scheme and talent on the field.

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UCLA parts ways with another coach

We'll start today's show with more breaking news out of UCLA, where the coaching staff has suffered another loss. The LA Times reported last night that offensive coordinator Tino Sunseri has parted ways with the program, and Jerry Neuheisel will take over as playcaller.

How does this affect Penn State's game plan for the Bruins? What could change in such a short order? We'll discuss the impact of such a move on this weekend's game.

Penn State offensive fixes

During Monday's press conference, Penn State head coach James Franklin fielded multiple questions about how his offense has performed and what it might need to do in order to change the narrative around the program. Today, we'll utilize some of that information, along with our own research into the offensive output, and propose some short-term and long-term solutions that can help reignite the Lions' offensive productivity.

We'll look at the run game and how the team can reorganize its ground attack. However, the bulk of our time will be spent examining the Penn State passing attack and how the team can improve its ineffective aerial offense. Despite the anger and concern, there might be some quick fixes that could spell a positive outcome for the program's top quarterback, Drew Allar.

Then, we'll examine some longer-term changes to the offense that may take time but would be worth considering.

Best Bets and UCLA Preview

Finally, we'll look at the game from a prognostication standpoint and discuss Penn State's over-under in this week's Best Bets segment. We'll end the show discussing UCLA's offense and defense as we've seen it to give fans an expectation of how this weekend should go.

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Penn State vs Oregon Recap: Where Lions Go From Here on Offense

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:57:26 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team fell to Oregon 30-24 on Saturday in front a sold-out Beaver Stadium. Emotions were high in the White Out, and the fallout of another big game loss is fueling the deepening frustration between a growing section of the fanbase and its team. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll talk about the game, Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments on Monday about the loss, and of course, your questions. Got frustrations you want to vent? We'll take questions from the live chat and discuss them on today's show.

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Penn State vs Oregon recap

Most of today's show, as it has for the first month of the season, will deal with the Penn State offense. This time, we're recapping the team's loss to Oregon and spending most of the show's first half discussing the three points and 109 yards the team gained before the fourth quarter. What's wrong with that side of the ball? We'll give our thoughts on what happened and where the blame should fall after the loss.

Of course, some fans are unhappy with the 400+yards the defense gave up on Saturday, despite holding Oregon to just three points through halftime and 17 points through regulation. We'll discuss how the defense performed and what they need to do to play a stingier brand of football.

Between the Lines

After we give our reaction to the game, we'll turn our attention to Franklin's comments during his Monday press conference. How does the team bounce back and make adjustments? How hard are those adjustments to make? We'll share Franklin's thoughts with you and then provide an interpretation of his words.

Fitz's recruiting update

Finally, we'll give a quick recap of the recruiting news from this past weekend. Over 100 recruits attended the game and experienced one of the best atmospheres in college football. How did the overall presentation and game go over with the team's top targets? We'll discuss that in Fitz's Recruiting Update.

Want to discuss something that we didn't mention today? Join the live show at 10 a.m. on The Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. If you can't catch us live, you can always catch the replay and reply to the video on the channel. Of course, the show is also available on demand wherever you get your podcasts.

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Penn State vs Oregon Postgame Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:27:23 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions football team lost to the Oregon Ducks in the 2025 White Out game. It was another big game opportunity to make a statement for the program, and the team fell at home, despite an electric atmosphere from the crowd. Join the BWI Live Postgame show to discuss what happened and how the team let the latest regular-season win slip away. We're live at the final whistle of the game on YouTube and will spend an hour with fans discussing their thoughts on the game while breaking down the action from our perspective.

If you're waking up on Sunday morning and want to learn more about the game, check out the BWI Live Show on replay in this article, on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State struggle on offense in another big game

The Penn State offense failed to show up in another big game. The team gained just 69 yards in the first half and scored a field goal early in the game. Unsurprinsgly, the offense was poor on third down again tonight, going only 4-11 (36%) through the third quarter.

The offense woke up late, with a 34-yard touchdown strike from quarterback Drew Allar to receiver Devonte Ross. Penn State had the ball with four minutes left in the game down seven points, but the offense failed to punch the end zone to tie the game up.

Defense plays a warrior's game

With the offense struggling, the Nittnay Lions defense was able to keep the team in the game against an explosive and dangerous Oregon offense. Penn State gave up yards, but kept a lid on Dakorien Moore and Dante Moore, the talented duo at receiver and quarterback for Oregon.

Linebaker Amare Campbell and safety Zakee Wheatley led the team in tackles and plays throughout the game, but wore down late, giving up two touchdowns in the third and fourth quarters to give up an insurmountable lead.

Penn State vs. Oregon: Defensive Matchups | White Out Recruiting List is an All-Timer

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team takes on Oregon in the 2025 White Out Game on Saturday night at Beaver Stadium. It is one of the biggest games of the season and one of the biggest games on the weekend calendar for college football. With that, national eyes and recruiting attention are all on the Nittany Lions. We'll discuss the game by breaking down the tale of the tape between Oregon and Penn State's defensive units, and discuss the top prospect names you need to know who are coming to the game this weekend.

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the game and the all-time recruiting list that Penn State put together for this weekend. If you can't catch us live, check out the replay on demand on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, enable notifications, and subscribe!

Of course, you can always check out the show on demand here in this article, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State White Out game atmosphere and recruiting list

The team hosts more than 140 prospects this weekend for the White Out and reporter Ryan Snyder has spent the last month collecting the important names of prospects who are joining the team for the game. We'll highlight the list overall, and break it out into different sections.

Snyder wrote several articles about the players coming to campus this weekend, including the players for whom Penn State is truly a contender and those who are coming but are pretenders in the race for a spot with the Nittany Lions. We'll also highlight the underrated prospects you should pay attention to this weekend for the Class of 2027.

Game Preview: Defensive matchup breakdown

It's a simple show this week with just two topics. We'll end the show by discussing the game and giving our thoughts on the defensive breakdown between the two teams. Which team has an advantage in the trenches or at linebacker? Which secondary is better? We'll give you our thoughts and then give our score predictions to end the game.

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Penn State vs Oregon: Offensive Matchup Preview | Key Players Who Must Step Up

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:31:39 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions open practice on Wednesday night in the media's final observation window before the team's showdown with Oregon this weekend. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. as we preview the upcoming game and tonight's practice. Plus, we'll call out who needs to step up in this game and play better for the Nittany Lions to win.

Join the BWI Live Show today as we break down the offensive matchup. We'll go through each team unit by unit to see which team has the advantage at quarterback, running back, and so on for the offense. Stay tuned for tomorrow's show when we examine the defensive advantage.

Of course, if you join us live, you can give your thoughts on the matchup and discuss you thoughts on the game! If you can't join us live, you can always watch the replay on demand on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State vs Oregon: Offensive tale of the tap

We'll start the show by discussing what Oregon head coach Dan Lanning had to say about the Nittany Lions last night. Reporter Greg Pickel will outline what the Duck's head coach had to say about the matchup last night.

Next, we'll dive right into the positional breakdowns. Which quarterback has the advantage in this game? Is Drew Allar or Dante Moore the better passer? We'll debate and discuss. From there, we'll go through each offensive unit to see which team has a better overall group of players around the quarterback.

Which players need to step up?

Saturday is a top-ten matchup, meaning that both teams, regardless of who has the advantage, are very good. If Penn State wants to win, it will need its best from many of its key players. We'll outline which players need to step up their game from the non-conference season. We'll pick three each and discuss.

Practice preview and Best Bets

Finally, we'll outline what we want to see at practice tonight and what we expect to see from the offensive and defensive fields during the roughly ten-minute window of access before the White Out. We'll close out the show with Pickel's Best Bets, including what he's picking with Penn State and Oregon.

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Penn State vs Oregon | Can Nittany Lions Use White Out Advantage?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:29:15 +0000

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The week that Penn State football fans have been waiting for is finally here. The 2025 White Out Game kicks off on Saturday at 7:30 against the Oregon Ducks. Head coach James Franklin spoke to the media on Monday afternoon to kick off game week for the biggest game on the college football calendar this weekend. We're recapping his comments on today's show and discussing the critical details and context behind his words. Reporter Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss that in "Between the Lines." We'll also give our first of three previews for the upcoming game, and then finish the show by discussing the Penn State offense's work to this point one more time in our bye week checkup with Bauer.

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Between the Lines

Franklin spoke with the media for roughly 40 minutes yesterday to discuss his team's progress through the bye week and his thoughts about the Oregon Ducks. Today, we'll discuss his comments and what fans took from them versus what they may actually mean. We'll dissect his comments about Nick Singleton and the Penn State running game, saving plays for Oregon, and the team's need to start fast.

Penn State vs Oregon: White Out Preview

Today's main attraction is our breakdown of the upcoming game. Earlier this week, we outlined where Oregon can test Penn State with their speed, veteran improvement on defense, and at quarterback. Now, we're breaking down where Penn State can strike back and make plays. We'll outline the key areas where the Lions have an advantage on offense and defense in the upcoming game. Tune in to find out what we think and give us your thoughts in the live chat!

Bye week check up: offense

Of course, it wouldn't be a Penn State game without discussing the Nittany Lions' offense through three weeks and how the team performed in the non-conference season. We'll conclude the show by discussing what we've learned and how it applies to the upcoming game.

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Penn State Recruiting Blitz Begins Ahead of White Out Weekend

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:23:50 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team has a bye week but that doesn't mean the team is idle. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss what the team is up to this weekend, and more importantly, what the coaches will be doing on the recruiting front. With a massive number of recruits coming to Happy Valley for the White Out Game next weekend, the recruiting blitz is on for Penn State. Join the show as we give fans an early preview of who is coming to the biggest home game of the season. We'll also discuss the coaches' recruiting schedule for this week, and the latest update in the On300.

Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the latest news with recruiting reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz. If you can't make it to the live show, you can always check out the show on replay either on the site, or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel. And of course, you can listen to it on demand anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State recruiting news update

It was a black week for several schools, as Virginia Tech head coach and former Penn State defensive coordiantor Brent Pry and UCLA head coach Deshaun Foster were fired by their schools. With the changes in NCAA rules, the gates are now open for the players on those rosters to enter the transfer portal. What does this mean for Penn State and its roster? Fitz and Snyder will discuss the potential opportunities for adding players and how that process works in the current landscape.

Next, we'll discuss the most important visitor from last weekend's win over Villanova. Five-star running back Kemon Spell was supposed to join the program for the game against FIU the week before but an ankle injury prevented him from making the trip. Instead, Spell made the trip to Happy Valley last weekend. We'll discuss what it means for the team to get its top recruit for 2027 back on campus two weekends in a row.

Nonconference recruiting recap

After that, we'll transition into discussing how the first three games of the season went for the team's recruiting efforts. Snyder has been tracking who is showing up on campus for the team's non-conference games and gives us a broad look at what Penn State accomplished in the last month.

We'll follow that up with a White Out preview and what fans should expect about one week from the biggest home game of the recruiting calendar for this cycle.

Coaches on the road and the Rivals 300 update

Finally, we'll discuss the recruiting plan for the team this weekend. With the extra time to recruit, Penn State's coaches will be out on the road seeing commits and prospects. How has this changed over the previous years? We'll hear from head coach James Franklin on his schedule over the next few days.

Finally, we'll finish the show by discussing the latest recruiting rankings update for the Class of 2026. After roughly a month of high school games, which players are moving up and down the Rivals 300? Snyder outlines the biggest movers on the list.

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Penn State Bye Week Stock Report | Practice Recap: Denmark On The Rise?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:51:08 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is on its bye week and opened practice to the media on Tuesday evening for our weekly look at the program's progress. Today, we'll recap what we saw during the 15-minute window and what Penn State head coach James Franklin had to say after practice. We'll also take your questions in the BWI Mailbag and do a stock up/stock down report for the first month of the 2025 season.

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Penn State practice report

Blue White Illustrated was at practice this week and will give our recount of what we saw, plus show you the team's one-on-one drills for fans watching the YouTube version. The team pitted its young receivers against its young defensive backs to create competition among the players battling to see playing time later in the year. Who stood out, and what else did we learn from practice last night? We'll discuss.

Next, we'll highlight the most interesting things that Franklin said when asked about his team last night after practice concluded. We'll play you his comments about the young players standing out during the bye week and what he expects from his skill players and quarterbacks on offense to help the team make plays.

Stock Report and Best Bets

We're now one month through the college football season, with Penn State resting this week after the conclusion of its nonconference season. We'll discuss the players who have improved their stock through the first three games and those who have seen their stock decline.

From there, we'll transition to our weekly Best Bets segment with Greg Pickel. With Penn State off this week, which teams is he picking? The Nittany Lions have failed to cover in any of the team's three games this year, so is this an opportunity to hit on all three? Join the show to find out!

BWI Mailbag

Finally, join us for the BWI Mailbag. It's been over a month, and now that we have a moment to breathe without a game this weekend, we're taking your questions on the show. You can submit them on the Blue White Illustrated message board, or join the show live and ask a question in the chat.

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Penn State 3–0… But Why Does It Feel Uneasy? | Villanova Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:43:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is 3-0 and ranked second nationally heading into its first bye week of the 2025 season. Most indications are that this would be a good place to be. Yet why are there alarm bells ringing and fire alarms going off inside the Penn State fan base? Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the 52-6 win over Villanova. Then, we will discuss how the team has played through the first three games of the season to try to understand why it feels like an uncomfortable and uneasy undefeated start.

As always, you can join the show live at 10 am on YouTube to be part of the conversation. We'll take your comments and thoughts in the live chat to discuss the team's play on Saturday, and your thoughts on the team's overall play. If you can't join us live, you can catch the show on replay on the channel embedded in this article or anywhere you get your podcasts.

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Penn State vs Villanova recap

Most of today's show will be dedicated to recapping the game against Villanova and how the team played against the FCS in-state program. Why did the offense struggle to find its rhythm again? What were the challenges that 'Nova presented to the offense? We'll discuss our thoughts on the game, focusing on both the offense and defense.

Next, we'll transition to the broader picture of the program's operation in the first three weeks of this year. It's fair to say that Penn State's offensive stars, Drew Allar and Nick Singleton, have not been playing like stars. Is there a reason why? We'll give our thoughts on what we've learned about the program and what Franklin has said this month that has informed our opinions. We'll also look at the Penn State defense and what we've learned about that side's progress through the first month of the calendar to assess if they're ready to take on Oregon next weekend in the White Out Game.

Finally, we'll preview open practice, which is tonight at 5 pm. What do we think we'll see at practice? We'll discuss the team's plans for the next steps in recruiting and why the team is working today instead of on Wednesday.

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Penn State vs. Villanova: Offense Still Searching Ahead of White Out | Postgame Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 01:09:20 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated the Villanova Wildcats in front of a restless crowd at Beaver Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Nittany Lions offense once again looked uncomfortable against FCS Villanova. Join the BWI Live Labatt Postgame Show to discuss the win and what you thought of the game and the team's performance through three games. We'll be taking your questions and comments throughout the sixty-minute show.

Penn State puts up 21 points in the first half

Once again, the Penn State offense failed to look crisp and effective in the first half of the game. Quarterback Drew Allar had a 50% completion percentage and only 80 yards passing in the second quarter. Much of that came at the two-minute warning when he found receiver Trebor Pena on a 21-yard touchdown strike to cap the team's two-minute drive.

The run game also struggled to blow away the crowd. Nick Singleton led the team with 20 carries before the backups came in for the fourth quarter. He rushed for 84 yards but failed to rip off long runs or break tackles. However, he did find the end zone twice.

The offense focused on the receivers early, with Pena leading the squad, tallying 60 yards on four catches, including seven targets. However, the big plays once again came from the tight ends. Luke Reynolds ripped off a 22-yard catch and run and caught four catches for 73 yards and a score.

Defense gives the Nittany Lions breathing room on offense

On the flip side, the Penn State defense was the dominant force that fans wanted from the team. They allowed just six yards in the first quarter and amassed 45 of their 69 yards in the first half on one 45-yard drive that ended in a missed field goal. The starting defense allowed just three drives that didn't result in a three-and-out.

The linebackers were once again heavily involved in the action. Amare Campbell had three tackles for a loss, and Tony Rojas had two to lead the team. Both players were the leading tacklers with 5 and 7, respectively. The duo also tallied three combined sacks, thanks to suffocating coverage. The team used both to spy the Villanova quarterbacks, resulting in late-down pressures.

What's next for the team?

Penn State enters its first bye week of the season and seems to have gone through the first three games with no major injuries to starters in game action. The team will need to sharpen its play on offense because top-five Oregon comes to town on Sept. 27 for the annual White Out game.

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Penn State Wrestling Senior Worlds Previews | Team Schedule Update

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Penn State wrestling will return to the International stage this weekend and early next week. Two current Nittany Lions and one member of the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club will compete for Team USA at the Senior World Championships, Saturday through Tuesday in Zagreb, Croatia. Freshman PJ Duke, junior Levi Haines, and nine-time World and Olympic medalist Kyle Snyder are three of the 10 members of the U.S. men's freestyle team. The full team is Spencer Lee at 57 kg, Jax Forrest at 71 kg, Real Woods at 65 kg, PJ Duke at 70 kg, David Carr at 74 kg, Levi Haines at 79 kg, Zahid Valencia at 86 kg, Trent Hidlay at 92 kg, Kyle Snyder at 97 kg, and Wyatt Hendrickson at 125 kg.

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Penn State vs Villanova Preview | Bye Week and White Out Recruiting On The Horizon

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:52:35 +0000

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The Penn State football team has one final non-conference game on Saturday when it hosts the Villanova Wildcats at Beaver Stadium. It will likely be a slow recruiting weekend with an FCS team in town, but recruiting is about to heat up. The team goes on a bye following the game, which means the coaches will be hitting the road to recruit for a few days before returning to prepare for Oregon in the 2025 White Out Game. Today, we'll do an early preview of the coming weeks, plus discuss Wednesday night practice, and preview the game on Saturday.

Penn State practice update

Last night, the Penn State football team held open practice to the media, and Blue White Illustrated was there to gather intel about the team. We'll discuss what we saw and heard from the Nittany Lions to start the show. Reporter Sean Fitz checked out the defensive side of the ball and wrote notes on his observations last night. He'll discuss some of those, plus you can see our offensive highlights from last night during the live show.

Bye week and White Out Preview

While the recruiting lists to begin the season have been much better than expected, the team's recruiting intensity and importance are about to hit a fever pitch for the next few weeks. After the game against Villanova, Penn State enters its first bye week of the season. Typically on bye weeks, the coaching staff hits the road for a few days before coming back to Happy Valley to prepare for the next game. We'll preview how that process works, and what fans should expect from the next week in terms of recruiting news and visits. Is it too early to start talking about flip targets? Fitz will discuss how the process works.

From there, the team hosts Oregon in the White Out for one of the most anticipated games at Beaver Stadium in quite some time. Over 60 recruits are already confirmed for the event and we'll do a quick preview of the players that stand out from the crowded list of high school stars.

Villanova game preview

Finally, the team still needs to win against Villanova on Saturday. Yet after two games that didn't feel as dominant as they might have, will Penn State surge past the Wildcats in the final non-conference game? We'll discuss the game and the areas where Penn State can grow and learn from the schematic tendencies that Villanova presents to them. Join the show to hear more about what to expect this weekend!

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Penn State vs. Villanova Preview | Redshirt Decisions & Stock Up/Down

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The Penn State football team has used the first two games of the regular season to work on itself while racking up wins in the non-conference season. How has that work gone so far? We'll discuss the best and the worst of it today on the BWI Live Show. We'll outline which freshmen are on their way to burning their redshirts, which players are stock up and which are stock down. Plus, we'll outline the areas the team needs to improve in the final non-conference game against Villanova on Saturday.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the action! We'll take your questions and comments throughout the show. If you can't catch us live, you can always get the replay on demand in this article, on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State practice preview and freshman report

Penn State opens the doors of the Lasch practice facility today for another week of open viewing for the media. What are we monitoring this week? We'll discuss the things we're looking for tonight. Also, we'll outline which freshman have participated through two games to learn who is on their way to burning a redshirt and who are being held in reserve for later in the season or next year.

Stock up/Stock Down and Best Bets

It's only been two games, but the position battles that extended from training camp into the regular season are starting to come to a close. With the final non-conference game of the season looming on Saturday, it's the last chance for players to put their best foot forward and make a case for more playing time or a move up the depth chart.

We'll outline the players who are struggling and those who are surging through two games.

Next, we'll give you Greg Pickel's best best of the week. He'll pick a game he likes, the game of the week and the Penn State game this weekend to give his take on the best bets over at Bet MGM

Penn State vs. Villanova preview: What's left to work on?

The Nittany Lions face Villanova this weekend and, as we mentioned earlier, the team has more work to do on polishing its offense and defense before the conference slate begins at the end of the month.

We'll preview the things that the team can work on against Villanova, given what the Wildcats like to do on both sides of the ball, and what Penn State has shown it needs to continue working on.

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Penn State vs. FIU Recap Show | Can Penn State Star Play Loose?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 9 Sep 2025 16:18:37 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team defeated FIU 34-0 in what was a 20-0 game in the fourth quarter. The team poured on 14 late fourth-quarter points to blow the game open and make the game feel like a bigger defeat than it felt for most of the game. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the game, Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments about it since then, and then preview the upcoming week.

We'll also take your questions and comments live on the show! Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube and ask your questions and leave your comments in the live chat. If you can't check out the show live, you can watch it on demand on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, here in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State vs. FIU Recap

Penn State didn't secure a "good" win over non-conference opponent FIU on Saturday, as the offense struggled to dominate in a way that fans would like. The team managed just 10 points in the first half and struggled to execute big plays consistently on offense.

We'll discuss the positives and negatives from both sides of the ball during the game and how those things played out in front of everyone on Saturday.

Between the lines

Franklin spoke after the game about his team's performance and then took more questions from the media on Monday during his 40-minute press confernece previewing Villanova. We'll discuss the most interesting comments he made this week in our weekly "Between the Lines" segment.

Today, we'll discuss his comments about the offense working on certain aspects of its attack during the non-conference season, stars overthinking their play, and an assessment of the linebackers and safeties in the new defensive scheme.

Looking ahead

Finally, we'll end the show, looking at the upcoming week. What do we want to learn about the Nittany Lions in the final non-conference tune-up before the bye week and Oregon? We'll discuss that, plus your questions!

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Penn State FLIPS 2026 Defensive Tackle Tavian Branch

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 7 Sep 2025 20:33:30 +0000

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Postgame Show: Penn State GRINDS out win over FIU

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 6 Sep 2025 20:44:44 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team once again struggled to put an inferior team away early on Saturday, defeating FIU but keeping its starters in throughout the game. Join the Labatt Postgame Show to find out what happend in the first half and what changed over into the second half that allowed the Nittany Lions to gain some separation and win the game. Join the show to discuss the team's gritty win over FIU and give us your thoughts on the team's performance.

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Penn State struggles to get into the end zone

The Penn State offense put together 26 plays in its first three drives spanning the first and second quarters. That resulted in just seven points thanks to the team's decision to go for it on fourth down on the first and third drives, resulting in a turnover.

While the team moved the ball, they once again struggled to hit big plays in the run or passing game. Allar underthrew a deep pass to Devonte Ross , which resulted in a pass interference call, and running back Nick Singleton had several big runs of ten-plus yards, but failed to convert several opportunities into explosive play touchdowns.

Finally, Drew Allar hit Ross on a 42-yard touchdown pass into contested coverage. to put Penn State up by three scores.

Defense pitches a shutout

On the other side, the Penn State defense wasn't perfect, but they did pitch a shutout, allowing the offense time to grind out yards and touchdowns. Keyone Jenkins kept the team in the game with timely passing plays and conversions, including two fourth downs. Running back Kejon Owens also averaged over five yards per carry throughout the game, with a long of 21 yards.

Freshman Chaz Coleman had another strong game, with three tackles, a pass breakup, a QB hit, and a tackle for a loss.

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team takes on FIU on Saturday at noon in the second of a three-game non-conference slate to start the 2025 season. There was concern this offseason that it would be hard to attract top talent to Happy Valley in the first month of the season, given the team's opponents and the annual White Out Game's presence at the end of the month. However, after a strong first weekend, Penn State is poised to have another important weekend. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show as recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the important names planning to travel to Penn State this weekend.

We'll also discuss the biggest high school games of the weekend that Snyder is tracking. Of course, we'll discuss the latest news with the Penn State football team, recapping practice, previewing the game and giving our final score predictions.

Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube. We'll be taking questions and comments from the live chat throughout the show. If you can't catch us live, check us out on replay anywhere you get your podcasts, in this article, or on the channel.

Penn State practice update

We'll start the show by discussing the biggest recruiting news of the week. Snyder discusses what Penn State fans need to know about the team's efforts to acquire more talent for the upcoming classes of 2026 and 2027.

From there, we'll dive into what we saw from Penn State's open practice on Wednesday night. We'll discuss what head coach James Franklin had to say afterward, including a status update on starters Zuriah Fisher and nickel defender Zion Tracy.

Nevada visit recap and FIU Preview

Last weekend, Penn State saw over 50 prospects join the team for the 46-11 win over Nevada to open the season. This week, several notable players are joining the program for the noon game against FIU. Snyder will discuss the feedback he got from key recruits who joined the program a week ago. Next, we'll discuss PA prospect Tavian Branch's decision to join the program for an official visit this weekend.

Will Penn State get a flip this weekend? We'll discuss that and which other players are coming to the game this weekend.

Snyder will also outline the important high school games coming this weekend that include Penn State targets and commits.

FIU Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the game between Penn State and FIU on Saturday. We'll break down what we want to see from the Nittany Lions on Saturday and what sort of team they'll face in the Golden Panthers. Join us to give your score predictions to end the show!

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Penn State Wants To Be More Explosive, Can They Do It? Week Two Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 3 Sep 2025 15:20:45 +0000

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Week two of Penn State football is well underway, and on today's BWI Live Show, we're wrapping up our review of Nevada and previewing the weekend's game against FIU. The team also holds open practice today, which we'll preview to start the show. WE'll also take your questions and comments about Penn State football throughout the show!

Join BWI Live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the action! If you can't make the live show, you can always watch the show on demand on the channel, in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts. Your home for Penn State football is Blue White Illustrated!

How did the young Penn State defensive ends perform against Nevada?

Part of the conversation coming out of the game against Nevada is that, aside from Dani Dennis-Sutton, the young Penn State defensive ends were bad in the opening game.

Is that true? We reviewed the film and will outline where Jaylen Harvey and Chaz Coleman played well, as well as where they struggled against the Wolf Pack offense.

For the full video breakdown, check out the Blue White Illustrated message board and look for an article later this afternoon.

Practice preview

We'll also discuss what we expect to see from the Penn State football team at practice tonight. We'll outline the situations we're tracking through the first month of practice to see how the team is developing heading into the second non-conference game of the year.

Penn State vs FIU Primer

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming game against FIU. It's another game where the Nittany Lions should be massive favorites and win comfortably. Yet every team presents different opportunities to work on different aspects of an offense and defense. We'll discuss where FIU is strong and where they struggle to try and predict what aspects of its offense and defense Penn State can focus on in the game on Saturday.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. for that and more! If you haven't yet, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications so you don't miss Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments after practice tonight. We'll be bringing you live updates, notebooks about what we see, photos, and more every week of the 2025 season.

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Penn State vs Nevada Recap: Did Penn State FINALLY Find Its Passing Game?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 2 Sep 2025 15:48:32 +0000

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The Penn State football team is 1-0 and now deep into its second week of the 2025 regular season. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll take our last look back at Penn State vs Nevada. We'll also recap what Penn State head coach James Franklin had to say about his team in his weekly press conference on Monday following the win. Finally, we'll look ahead to what we want to learn and see this week before the team takes on FIU on Saturday.

Join the show to ask your questions and give your thoughts on the team's performance against Nevada. We're live at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Join the live chat to get your thoughts on air throughout the show! The best way to follow the Nittany Lions all season long is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel!

Penn State vs Nevada Recap

We'll start the show by discussing the team's performance against Nevada. What did we learn on Saturday, and what sort of impressions have we gained since then about the team? Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer were at Beaver Stadium.

Speaking of Beaver Stadium. Did you go to the game? Join the show to let us know your experience. We're interested to hear fan feedback about the renovations, temporary bleachers, and how the situation impacted your gameday experience.

From there, we'll transition to our discussion about the game itself. How did Penn State perform in its season-opening game against the Nevada Wolf Pack? We'll discuss our observations about the offense and defense during the game, highlighting the most critical aspects of the team's performance and changes since last season.

We'll cover the Penn State passing game's efficient day, the dominant day from Dani Dennis-Sutton at defensive end, and more.

Between the Lines

But how did Franklin feel about the game? We'll recap Franklin's most revealing comments during our weekly "Between the Lines" segment. We'll discuss his comments about the team's passing attack, Drew Allar's abilities as a senior, and his comments about the Penn State offensive line.

Previewing the week to come

Finally, we'll look ahead to the next stages of the week. Penn State practices on Wednesday evening, in which we'll get our next look at the team's progress before FIU. We'll discuss what we're looking for both at practice and for the team to improve upon in the next game on Saturday.

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Postgame Show: Penn State Dominates Nevada, Shows off New Look Offense and Defense

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 00:03:13 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team defeated the Nevada Wolfpack on Saturday afternoon behind a dominating performance from the team's defense. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show immediately following the final whistle of the game. We'll discuss the most important aspects of the game, highlight today's defensive player of the game, and take your questions.

The best way to know when we go live is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. If you enable notifications, you'll receive an alert when we go live after the game, post James Franklin's press confernece, and give you our postgame Instant Analysis.

Penn State defense shows off its dominant streak

Many openly wondered how the team would replace third-overall pick Abdul Carter on the defensive line. Not to be out-shined, senior Dani Dennis-Sutton domianted against the Nevada offensive line. Dennis-Sutton collected one sack, two tackles for loss a pass breakup, a QB hit and forced two fumbles in a dominant performance to start the year.

Nevada was able to keep the game somewhat respectable through the first half, largely thanks to the legs of quarterback Chubba Purdy. Purdy rushed 14 times for 55 yards including an explosive run that resulted in a redzone trip and a field goal early. However, Penn State's stingy coverage unit gave up little through the air with Purdy staying under 100 yards passing until late in the fourth quarter when the second string entered the game.

Offense plays efficient game

Senior quarterback Drew Allar wasn't flashy, but he was ultra-efficient in his day under center. He finished 22-26 for 217 yards and a touchdown in the win. His 85% completion percentage was one of his career highs, and Allar looked calm under pressure, delivering a touchdown strike to Kyron Hudson while rolling to his right in the second quarter.

Of course, the biggest development was the team's passing game going through its wide receivers in the team's win. Trebor Pena caught seven passes on eight targets for 74 yards, and former USC Trojan Kyron Hudson caught six passes for 89 yards and a touchdown on the day.

Late in the game, backup quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer shone on his fourth-quarter drive, going 4-6 with a beautiful strike to Khalil DInkins for 24 yards. He ended the drive with a six-yard touchdown scramble.

BWI Postgame coverage

Follow BWI's postgame coverage after the game. Once we sign off from the BWI Live Show, you can watch Franklin's press conference here on the BWI YouTube Channel. We'll also have highlights and Instant Analysis from the crew at Beaver Stadium. Your home for Penn State football gamedays is Blue White Illustrated!

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Practice Recap, Recruiting Preview and Game Predictions

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:37:16 +0000

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We're just days away from Penn State football taking on Nevada to star the 2025 football season. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show as we discuss which players will attend the game, what prospects we're highlighting, and of course, we predict the final score of the upcoming game. Join Blue White Illustrated recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as they discuss the latest Penn State recruiting news and more!

There's a jam-packed weekend of Penn State football coverage on the way from Blue White Illustrated! We'll have pregame shows, postgame press conferences, and live shows! The best way to see it all is to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you'll receive alerts when we post our game day content.

Penn State practice recap

Of course, BWI was at practice on Wednesday night, and we'll recap what we saw from the Nittany Lions and what Penn State head coach James Franklin said after practice.

Weekend recruiting list and games to watch

Next, we'll take a look at the players joining Penn State on Saturday afternoon for the first game of the season. Which names do you need to know for the upcoming weekend? Which top prospects are making Penn State a priority over the other top teams this weekend? Snyder has been building his list and will share some key names today.

From there, we'll do a quick high school preview of the games that fans should watch this weekend. Snyder has the biggest matchups between Penn State targets and prospects on the high school level for Friday and Saturday.

Penn State vs Nevada preview

Finally, we'll preview what we want to see this weekend from Penn State in its first non-conference game against Nevada. What do we expect from Franklin's team in its first game of the most-anticipated season in years? We'll give you our keys to the game plus our score predictions!

Next up from the BWI YouTube Channel

Join the Penn State Football Tailgate show on Saturday at 12:30 as we preview the upcoming game between the Lions and the Nevada Wolfpack. We'll dig deep into the team's offseason progress, the season expectations, and what fans should expect from the game. You can watch live on the BWI YouTube Channel, or locally on 99.5 The Bus.

After the game, tune in for the Labatt Postgame Show moments after the end of the game. We'll highlight the biggest plays, explain why the game unfolded the way it did, and what fans should take away from the first non-conference game of the year. We'll also have instant analysis from the staff at the game and Franklin's postgame comments.

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Penn State vs. Nevada: Practice Preview, WR Injury Update & Game Breakdown

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:19:25 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions face off against the Nevada Wolfpack on Saturday at 3:30 to start the 2025 football season. Join the BWI Live show as we preview the remaining days between today and the game, plus break down what you need to know about the upcoming matchup. Reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to give you the latest Penn State football news, including a new long-term injury in the wide receiver core, what we expect to see at practice tonight, and more!

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube! We'll be taking your questions and comments in the live chat throughout the show. The best way to follow along with our content all season long is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. It's free, and if you enable notifications, you'll receive alerts when we post content, go live, and share press conferences, including tonight!

Penn State practice preview

Last night, news broke that redshirt freshman wide receiver Josiah Brown suffered another long-term injury and will be out for an extended period of time. We'll discuss the impact of the news on the team, in the receiver room, and what it means for Brown.

Next, we'll dive into our preview of tonight's practice. Pickel will attend the Nittany Lions' first media viewing session of the 2025 season. We'll discuss what changes we expect, and what sort of information we'll gather for Blue White Illustrated subscribers.

The return of Best Bets

After a multi-year hiatus, our weekly series, Best Bets, is back! Pickel will give you three things he's found on the Bet MGM app that he has his eye on for opening weekend. We'll discuss the opening line for Nevada, Ohio State-Texas point total, and Ohio's two-plus touchdown disadvantage at Rutgers this weekend. Which way is Pickel leaning? Join the show to find out!

Penn State vs Nevada Preview

Finally, we'll bring you the main attraction: Our first preview of the game between Penn State and Nevada. Pickel will give you the nuts and bolts of how the Wolfpack has changed its roster dramatically over the offseason and the challenges it presents to Penn State head coach James Franklin and his team.

We'll discuss the roster makeover on offense and defense, but then dive into the things that are harder to change about a program, including what scheme they want to run and coaching points that usually stay the same regardless of who is on the field. Join the show live at 10 a.m. to discuss the first game of the 2025 season with the BWI Live Show!

Penn State vs. Nevada: Practice Preview, WR Injury Update & Game Breakdown

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Depth Chart Answers & Penn State vs Nevada Preview | James Franklin’s Game Week Presser

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:52:04 +0000

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Penn State head coach James Franklin opened up game week number one on Monday with his first press conference of the week. The team plays Nevada on Saturday at 3:30, and before that, Franklin discussed the conclusion to many of the team's depth chart battles during training camp. Join BWI Live today at 10 a.m. as we discuss the news that came out of yesterday's press conference. A common theme among fans is that this was the most open and informative that Franklin has been in quite some time. Do our reporters think that's true? We'll discuss that, plus other comments from yesterday on the show.

Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the conversation. Want to discuss something that isn't on the rundown? Join the live chat and ask your questions of reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer! The best way to stay up to date on all of the action this season is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Page!

Between the Lines

We'll start today's show with your weekly segment, Between the Lines. Our first topic will be how there was much less reading between the lines than usual. Was Franklin more direct for a reason? Bauer and Fitz will share their insights on Franklin's transparency regarding depth chart battles, player situations within his program, and more. We'll also delve into some of the more substantial topics, including Drew Allar's class load, Franklin's insights into Zion Tracy's tackling issues, and their connection to the defensive scheme from last season.

Penn State camp battle conclusions

Next, we'll dig into Franklin's response about several camp battles that the media asked about during the roughly 40-minute conversation with reporters. We'll highlight his answers about

Safety

Wide receiver

Linebacker

Kick returner

Next, we'll discuss the position battle winners that Franklin didn't disclose, including the backup quarterback battle, and the right side of the offensive line.

Game Preview

Finally, we'll begin the week with an early game preview of Nevada. Of course, the focus is on the Penn State side of the equation and what we want to see from Penn State on Saturday. What players, situations, or schemes are we looking for on Saturday? We'll give you our first of three game previews coming up this week on the BWI Live Show. Join us at 10 a.m. all week for a full slate of Penn State football previews!

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Penn State Recruiting: High School Games to Watch & Key Prospect Updates

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:21:25 +0000

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The recruiting dead period is nearly over, and things are heating up in high school football. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing the best upcoming high school football games to watch in the first weekend of the season, commits and prospects we're interested in watching this fall, plus discussing Penn State football's most recent commit. Join Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz, Blue White Illustrated's recruiting reporters, as they discuss the latest intel on Nittany Lions recruiting.

You can catch the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or on demand, both in this article and on the BWI YouTube Channel. Of course, you can also listen and download anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State prospects we're eager to watch this fall

High school football games start this weekend. So as promised, we're previewing the best games of the weekend and then taking a longer look at the upcoming season. We'll start the show by discussing the Penn State commits and prospects we're most interested in watching this upcoming season. Snyder wrote about four that he wants to watch this fall, and we'll add four of our own to the conversation.

Next, we'll preview the weekend slate of games that include Penn State commits and targets to kick off the high school football season. Who is Snyder traveling to watch this weekend? He'll discuss the games that fans should know about or keep an eye on this weekend to see how some of the top targets perform in their junior and senior seasons.

Recapping Gabe Jenkins' commitment

Blue White Illustrated also connected with recent 2027 commit Gabe Jenkins' head coach at Imani Christian Academy, LaRoi Johnson about the latest player from his school to land with the Nittany Lions. Jenkins is the third Imani Christian football player to land with the team in as many years and the third player to be given an "athlete" tag in recruiting. Snyder will give his thoughts on what Jenkins brings to the Class of 2027.

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming 2028 recruiting class. On3 released the initial way-too-early rankings for the class this week, so we'll cover which players Penn State has connections to so far. Is it a strong year for the region so far? Snyder and Fitz will give their thoughts about the upcoming sophomores who have received national attention early in their careers.

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Final Penn State Camp Recap | Position Battle Update Before Regular Season

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 15:56:57 +0000

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It was an incredibly busy day for the Penn State Football program as the team closed camp on Tuesday evening. The program opened up the new Greenberg dining hall, hosted the media for camp, and had a press conference for Athletic Director Pat Kraft and James Franklin all in the same afternoon. Of course, Blue White Illustrated was at each event, and we'll outline the most important parts of the day on today's BWI Live Show. We'll take you between the lines of what James Franklin and Andy Kotelnicki had to say about the team's offense. Plus, we'll answer your questions in the BWI Mailbag! Of course, we'll recap practice to give you a sense of what we saw on Tuesday evening.

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Kraft outlines stadium capacity and plans for the West Side Bleachers

Kraft began the press confernece inside the new Greenberg dining facility by discussing the renovations to Beaver Stadium. He outlined the temporary capacity, the safety of the temporary bleachers, and where the program is in terms of budget and timeline.

We'll also discuss the biggest takeaways from yesterday's day overall to start the show.

Penn State practice update

Next, we'll dive into what fans want to know most. What happened at practice? We'll discuss the highlights of Penn State's open practice and what we got to see in the team's final open period before the start of game preparation. The team offered up two live periods, including a receiver and defensive back passing drill in the red zone. We'll recap our thoughts on the process.

Which players stood out? Who was there, and what's a rough outline of the depth chart so far? We'll discuss all of that on the show.

Between the lines and the BWI Mailbag

Lastly, we'll discuss the most significant and interesting comments from Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff after practice. We'll delve into the quarterback's discussion, examine how the right side of the offensive line will perform, and assess the team's expectations for its transfer wide receivers.

We'll end the show by opening up the BWI Mailbag and answering your questions! Join the live chat and drop your thoughts in the thread throughout the show. We'll discuss them with you during the show and feature the best on the mailbag section at the end.

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Penn State in FINAL Week of Training Camp | Weekend Recap and Practice Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:31:22 +0000

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Penn State football enters the final week of preseason training camp, and the big storylines are starting to take shape as the team prepares for its season opener. With three weeks of practice in the books, the Nittany Lions are narrowing down position battles, finalizing rotations, and answering the pressing questions fans have about this roster. On today’s BWI Live show, we’ll be recapping the weekend news, checking the preseason hype on several storylines, plus taking your questions in the BWI Mailbag!

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This week should give us the clearest look yet at the projected depth chart; however, that may happen after our look at camp on Tuesday night. Our crew will preview what to expect from Tuesday night’s practice and what news we might get in the next several days from our insiders at Blue White Illustrated.

Every camp comes with storylines, and part of our job is to sort out which ones are real and which ones are just August optimism. We’ll break down what is hype and what is real from our camp observations and intel in our new segment “Camp Hype Check.” Are the Penn State receivers legitimately better than last year? Is the hype around individual players like Koby Howard or Khalil Dinkins real? We’ll discuss.

Under-the-Radar Names

In addition to the headline players, Penn State continues to get production from some under-the-radar names. Those will be highlighted later this week as part of our Weekend Intel and story promotions, giving fans a closer look at who’s quietly climbing the depth chart.

Mailbag Time

As always, we turn to the BWI Mailbag to tackle questions from subscribers:

Special Teams Outlook: One fan asked about a unit that hasn’t been discussed much this camp. We’ll break down how the Penn State kicking and return units look heading into the year.

Chaz Coleman: With the freshman defensive end generating so much buzz, will he burn his redshirt this fall?

Season Outcome Swing Factors: What underrated reasons could make or break a championship run?

Coach Terry Smith’s Value: Why his presence on staff remains essential for Penn State’s success.

Kotelnicki’s Offense: Will the new OC stick with a run-heavy approach in big games, or will he insist on showing wrinkles?

Penn State’s camp storylines are peaking, and by week’s end, fans should have a much clearer picture of what this team will look like when it takes the field this fall.

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BWI Wrestling: U20 Worlds, Offseason Recap & Penn State’s Loaded Lineup

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:30:00 +0000

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The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is back following a brief summer hiatus as five Nittany Lions prepare to compete at the U20 World Championships, which start Sunday in Bulgaria.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this week's episode with a brief recap of what has taken place since our last episode. Class of 2026 commit Jayden James kicked off the program's offseason world tour by winning the U17 gold medal at 71 kilograms (156.5 pounds) earlier this month. The reigning New Jersey 150-pound state champ is now ready to embark on his senior season.

Next up is U20s, which the show moves on to next. Penn State will occupy five of the 10 Team USA spots at the event. The list of competitors includes incoming freshmen Marcus Blaze (61 kilograms/134.4 pounds), PJ Duke (70 kilograms/154.3 pounds), and William Henckel (79 kilograms/174.1 pounds) in addition to redshirt freshmen Connor and Cole Mirasola. They compete at 92 and 125 kilograms (202.8 and 275.5 pounds), respectively. Who could home with gold, when will each be on the mat, and how many medals could the group win over all? Carr and Pickel discuss and look at the U.S. team overall, which features plenty of fire power.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State loses out on 2027 QB Target Peter Bourque | Who is next?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:40:04 +0000

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Penn State football is gearing up for another season of hosting recruits at home during the 2025 season. While there are still loose ends in the Class of 2026, the team will focus heavily on 2027 to get a jump on the recruiting process for the next cycle. While we're in the middle of a two-month dead period, Ryan Snyder has been working ahead to secure the names of players who plan to attend Penn State in the fall. He's also been interviewing players to get to know their stories ahead of the mad dash to January. Join the BWI Live Show as we discuss those topics, plus the major news that Penn State missed out on its quarterback target of choice for 2027, Peter Bourque, this week.

The BWI Live show airs at 10 a.m. on YouTube. You can join us to discuss your Penn State football recruiting thoughts and opinions by joining the live chat during the show. If you can't make the show live, you can always catch the show on replay in the channel, here in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State loses out in 2027 QB Dominoes

Penn State Class of 2027 target Peter Bourque was a regular in Happy Valley over the last two summers. The New England native attended several camps and was clearly the team's top quarterback target for the upcoming cycle. It was a recruitment that most Penn State fans should have felt good about.

Then, suddenly, Bourque committed to Michigan earlier this week. Or, at least that's how it felt. We'll discuss the situation with Snyder and what his read of Penn State's most recent QB recruiting loss means for the program. Where does the team turn next? We'll dive into the dominoes that are now falling for the top remaining targets for the next cycle.

Also, after trying to recruit two quarterbacks for the last two cycles, can the team rebound and find two passers to join the ranks of the Nittany Lions signal callers?

Penn State recruit and commit stories

Snyder has spent the last several weeks getting in touch with recruits to get to know them and their plans for the fall better. We'll outline several of his conversations, including how the unlikely pair of PA safety Matt Seig and California QB Troy Huhn bonded in the Class of 2026.

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming fall football season for the rising seniors and discuss which players Snyder thinks have the best chance of rising up the recruiting rankings to make Penn State's profile for this cycle look better than it currently is.

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Who’s Winning the Depth Chart Battles? Penn State Practice Update #3

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:36:27 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions held open practice on Tuesday evening outside the Lasch Football facility and Blue White Illustrated was there to catch the action. Join the show today as we discuss what we saw and hear from practice as the team hit the halfway point of camp. We'll also discuss where the major training camp battles stand after the third open practice of the month. Who is standing out at linebacker? Which young defensive ends could contribute? We're recapping everything we've learned so far this month.

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Penn State practice update

We'll start with what we saw and heard on Tuesday evening at open practice. After spending the first two weeks with the receivers and offensive line, we'll shift our focus this week to the defense. We'll discuss what we saw from the linebackers as they worked with position coach Dan Connor.

What does Connor bring to the table? We'll discuss what we saw and what Jim Knowles said about him after practice.

Next, we'll review the running back drills and pass blocking performance to give fans a sense of how the team is progressing and what they're working on. We'll also discuss which players are separating themselves among the offensive skill players, who worked with the top unit on Tuesday evening.

Depth chart battles clearing up midway through camp

Over the last two weeks, we've asked Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff dozens of questions about the team's depth chart battles going on in camp. Today, we'll recap all that we've learned for fans by hearing directly from Franklin and his coaches.

Who is standing out at wide receiver? Franklin gave some hints with the way he's talked about several players so far this summer. We'll also let you know how the battle for the running back three position is going, where the linebacker and safety battles stand, and more! Join the show live at 10 a.m. to learn more!

Who’s Winning the Depth Chart Battles? Penn State Practice Update #3

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Penn State Ranked No. 2 in AP Poll | Training Camp Takeaways & Inside Scoop

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:52:01 +0000

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The Penn State football team is two weeks into training camp now, with our third window into practice opening tonight. Before we get a fresh batch of information, video, and sound from the team, we'll recap what we've learned so far through camp on today's BWI Live Show. Nate Bauer will join the show to discuss Thursday's practice and interviews post-practice. We'll also discuss the team's place as the second-ranked team in the AP Top 25 to start the year.

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Penn State cements its preseason hype with AP Top 25 ranking

Penn State gained buzz all offseason with a slew of players returning for the upcoming season. After those announcements in January and February, the team went further by adding three wide receivers in the winter and spring transfer portal. Now, the team has emerged from the offseason hype as the second-ranked team in the preseason AP Poll. What does this mean for the team's chances at making a postseason run? We'll discuss.

Next, we'll dive right into camp observations from Thursday evening. The team hosted the media for an extended view of practice, including run game drills with the offensive and defensive line. We'll share feedback from practice to give fans a sense of what's going on with the team's trenches.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll discuss what players and coaches discussed with us during the post-practice interviews. Bauer will give us what coaches really mean by their comments in our recurring segment "Between the Lines." This week, he'll interpret what running backs coach Stan Drayton meant when speaking about his top running backs, Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton. We'll follow that up with Franklin's comments about the defensive tackle depth chart and where things stand with the d-line heading into the second half of training camp. Finally, he'll dissect what Franklin meant when outlining the team's "slow" start to camp.

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NIL, Transfers & Recruiting: On3's Pete Nakos joins us to discuss how It All Hits Penn State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 7 Aug 2025 15:39:41 +0000

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Penn State football is directly in the middle of a two-month visiting dead period. While it's a slow news cycle, it's a great time to get a bigger picture of the landscape that the team finds itself in after major changes to college football. Today, national reporter Pete Nakos joins the show to discuss the state of NIL after the House Settlement and what it means for the sport. We'll also take a broad look at the Penn State recruiting class of 2027 needs, as the current class is mostly filled.

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Pete Nakos joins the show to discuss NIL

This summer, the House Settlement put in place a framework for better managing NIL and bringing it under guidelines. How has that gone so far? What is the inital feedback? Nakos will discuss how teams are experiencing the new rules.

Beyond that, has it begun to make NIL more transparent and fair? What are the challenges, both legal and logistical, to the new process? Of course, all of this affects Penn State. We'll discuss how the team has suffered losses to high-paying schools with top talent over the last two recruiting cycles. Is that still a danger going forward? Nakos will discuss what he knows.

We'll also discuss NIL's impact on other aspects of college football, including the transfer portal.

Early look at Penn State Class of 2027 needs

Finally, we'll spend the second half of the show discussing Penn State's biggest needs in the Class of 2027. With the 2026 group mostly filled, we've turned our attention to the future cycle, where Penn State has already put together a strong start to the class. We'll assess four major positions to that the team should target in the upcoming cycle to address roster needs of the future. Which positions need to be hit this cycle? Join the show to find out!

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Top Takeaways from BTN’s Penn State Visit | Knowles Impact + Freaks List Breakdown

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 6 Aug 2025 16:20:35 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions got a visit from the Big Ten Network last night as part of the BTN Camp Tour. If you missed it, Blue White Illustrated is breaking down what the conference broadcasters discussed on the show last night. Reporter Greg Pickel will give you the highlights of what Dave Revsine, Jake Butt, and Gerry DiNardo had to say about their time in Happy Valley. Today's focus is on the national media's attention on Penn State because we'll also highlight the five Penn State players on Bruce Feldman's Freaks List, which came out on Monday. We'll discuss how those five players turn elite traits into elite production.

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Penn State gets a visit from the BTN Camp Tour

If you missed it, we're recapping what the BTN crew had to say about the Penn State roster after they got to watch practice on Tuesday night inside Beaver Stadium. The team was in full pads for the practice. If you want to see all of the social media highlights that Revsine and Butt put out in one place, check out our Morning Coffee thread on the BWI message board.

We'll discuss the biggest takeaways from the show, which aired last night and this morning on The Big Ten Network, including the impressions the group got from new Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. They also had a consensus on the team's roster and its caliber for this year.

But the BTN Camp Tour isn't the only people who've seen Penn State training camp in the last week. Pickel was at media day, and we'll get his reactions from the event now that he's had a few days to digest the information. What stood out to him at practice? Who was his most interesting interviewee? We'll ask him.

Freaks List

Finally, we'll look at The Freaks List and discuss the five Penn State players on the rundown of the most athletic players in college football. We'll discuss how Zane Durant, Nick Singleton, Tony Rojas, Elliot Washington, and Khalil Dinkins can take their elite traits and turn them into elite production.

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Penn State Linebackers Shine: Top Takeaways from Camp Practice #1

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 5 Aug 2025 16:08:10 +0000

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The Penn State football team is full steam ahead on training camp. The team opened up the facility on Saturday for a day-long meeting with the media, including press conferences, player interviews, and practice. We'll cover all of it today on the BWI Live Show. Reporter Nate Bauer was at the end and shares his insights and thoughts about the program through the first week.

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Penn State practice observations

We'll start with the part that fans want to know the most about: practice. BWI was at the extended viewing on Saturday and has his thoughts and observations from the evening. We'll also show you select highlights from the 40 minutes that we were inside the gates of Lasch. From the linebackers to the receivers, we have thoughts on what the team showed us. We'll also discuss our most interesting conversations from Saturday in the one-on-one sessions.

For more of those, check out the features on the site.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll discuss what Penn State's head coach, James Franklin, and his assistants had to say during the podium press conferences to start the day. Bauer will put on his interpretation hat and discuss what Franklin and his top assistants were saying when they spoke to the media in the Beaver Stadium press room.

We'll cover Franklin's comments about injuries to start camp, Andy Kotelnicki's comments about selfless wide receivers, and Franklin's timeline for the backup QB battle between Jaxon Smolik and Ethan Grunkemeyer.

We'll also discuss the news that broke just before camp about redshirt junior wide receiver Kaden Saunders. The fourth-year player has battled injuries throughout his career, and now is out with another long-term injury. We'll recap his position in the pecking order and review his year so far.

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Getting to know the Penn State's In-State Recruiting Targets for 2027

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions recruiting team is in the middle of a two-month dead period after the first conclusion of commitments in the Class of 2026. With most of the class wrapped up, it's time to look ahead to 2027. The rising juniors will be putting together the most important film of their high school careers for most of them as the majority of their offers will happen after this season. With that in mind, we're getting Penn State fans acquainted with the Pennsylvania players they need to know before that happens. Which prospects are at the top of the recruiting board? Which ones are on the rise and which ones are on the radar? Recruiting reporter Ryan Snyder will break all of that down for you today.

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Penn State recruiting news

Despite the dead period, there's plenty of Penn State recruiting news this week. Not all of it is good for the Lions, however. Top 2027 commit, Kemon Spell, has decided to take visits to other schools this fall. Snyder will break down what Spell told him on the matter and which schools Spell plans to visit. We'll also discuss the impact on recruiting and revisit the top reasons for hope in Spell's recruitment.

Next, we'll discuss Penn State's other skill play committed for this cycle, Khalil Taylor. Taylor made the decision to switch schools weeks before the start of his junior season. Snyder will discuss what he knows of the situation and what fans should take away from this news.

Getting to know the rest of the PA targets in 2027

The majority of today's show is dedicated to introducing fans to the in-state prospects that Penn State is interested in for the upcoming year. Snyder will review the top targets we've discussed on the BWI Live Recruiting Show over several months. Then he'll dig deeper into the region for the players that are on the bubble this year, from a quality target to a high-priority prospect. Finally, he'll review the rest of the notable players that may not be on Penn State's radar, but could find their way to the table with a strong junior season.

Lastly, we'll discuss the players who have already told BWI that they plan to attend the White Out Game against Oregon at the end of September.

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Penn State Training Camp Preview: Defensive Depth Chart Battles to Watch

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Penn State football starts training camp today for head coach James Franklin's 12th season leading the Nittany Lions. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll preview the final two camp battle positions in our summer series as the competition kicks off in Happy Valley for the upcoming year. We'll also have a guest appearance from former Penn State football player and current media figure Landon Tengwall on the show. Tengwall sat down for an extended conversation recently, and we'll air part of it on today's show.

If you want to be part of the action, join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube! We'll be taking questions from the audience during the first portion of today's show and answering them on air. If you can't catch the show live, you can always access it on any podcast platform, in this article, or 24/7 on our YouTube Channel.

Camp Starts today

We've dissected just about every aspect of Penn State football over the last six months since the team ended its 2024 season in January. However, there are still underrated aspects of the 2025 season that we'll discuss on today's show. With camp starting this week, we'll dive into a few of those topics to begin the show. We'll also outline our broad expectations for what we think of training camp this Fall.

Penn State depth chart battles: Defensive edition

We focused exclusively on Penn State's receiver position on Tuesday's show. Today, we'll wrap up our look at camp battles by focusing on the defensive side of things. The Penn State nickel position has a wide-open competition for snaps beginning today. Who are the players to know, and what do they bring to the table? We'll discuss.

Finally, we'll end our look at the defense with a review of the linebacker room. Will Dom DeLuca start for Penn State in 2025? Can the team find enough players to fill out a two-deep? We'll discuss the players that fans need to know heading into Media Day and open practice this weekend.

Sitting down with Landon Tengwall

Finally, we'll preview a portion of an extended sit-down with Tengwall to end the show. Tengwall has quickly become a staple in the Penn State ecosystem with his film breakdowns and videos on YouTube. Recently, he sat down for a season preview discussion with Blue White Illustrated. We'll air part of that conversation on today's show with the full, unedited version on the site later today.

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Penn State Training Camp Preview | Big Ten Media Day Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:51:11 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team convenes this week to begin the 2025 season in earnest with the start of Fall camp. The team's representatives are back from Las Vegas and the Big Ten Media Days this week and will begin the team's push for a national championship run on Wednesday. Join the BWI Live Show today as we review what Penn State head coach James Franklin said last week, plus we'll finish our preview of the upcoming camp with the finale of our camp battle previews.

Join BWI Live at 10 a.m. on YouTube! If you can't make the show live, you can catch the replay wherever you get your podcasts, embedded in this article, or 24/7 on the channel.

Penn State Football returns from Las Vegas

Last Wednesday, Penn State Football sent a contingent of three players and head coach James Franklin to Media Days. Blue White Illustrated sent Greg Pickel. Today, Pickel joins the show to discuss what he saw and heard from the quartet of Nittany Lions and the rest of the assembled representatives of other schools. He'll discuss what Oregon players think about their upcoming trip to Happy Valley for the 2025 White Out, what Drew Allar had to say in his podium appearance, how the team is the conference favorite this year, and other topics.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll discuss what Franklin had to say in detail in his media roundtable appearance. We'll discuss his comments about the team's special teams progress that he expects this year, how being an older team helps and his thoughts on having Media Days in Vegas instead of a centrally located place like it has been in the past.

We'll get Pickel's thoughts about Franklin's tone and what might be behind the words that he spoke to reporters on Wednesday.

Penn State training camp battles: The headliners

Finally, we'll conclude our look at Penn State camp battles, which start tomorrow when the team opens up camp on Wednesday. So far we've been previewing the backup and role player jobs that are on the table for the upcoming year. Now, we're looking at the top camp battles that fans are thinking about. Of course, we'll start with the wide receiver competition and discuss what we think the team will do with its top three positions, and the battle for snaps behind that starting duo or trio.

We'll also dissect the linebacker battle and what that means for the program this fall. Lastly, we'll preview the nickel cornerback competition and which players we think are battling for the 11th position on the Penn State defense.

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Perception vs Reality: How Did Penn State QB Drew Allar play in the biggest games?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:17:13 +0000

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Penn State quarterback Drew Allar is one of the most polarizing players on the team's roster. The senior quarterback is a major driving force behind the program's preseason prediction by many outlets to win the Big Ten Championship. Despite that, parts of his own fan base view him as a limiting factor because of the way he played in big games last year.

So, before Penn State has its turn on the stage at the Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis and unofficially kicks off the start of the 2025 season, we're taking one last look back at its performance against Ohio State and Oregon in 2024.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get a rare sneak peek into our premium content as we discuss a series of articles on the site from this week outlining how Allar performed based on advanced data. If you can't catch the show live, be sure to catch the replay on the channel, in this article, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Trying to strip away the emotion of a Penn State loss

Fans can point to any number of critical plays or turning points in the games against Ohio State and Oregon as the "reason" that Penn State lost. We can also blame the defense, receivers, or other parts of the offense beyond the quarterback. It's an impossible task, but the plan for these articles was to remove those elements and focus solely on Allar's performance in those games.

We also try to establish a baseline of comparison for Allar's performance. After all, the Buckeye and Duck defenses were two of the better units in the conference last year. We'll try to establish a baseline of their performance by context and comparison to the rest of the conference, and then compare Allar's performance to how that unit forced quarterbacks to play.

Play under pressure and within a pressure environment

Next, we'll look at how pressure affected Allar during these two games and the playoffs overall. Pressure means more than one thing. First, we'll look at how Penn State's starting quarterback played with direct game pressure, as in when a defender was about to tackle him in the pocket. Next, we'll try to sniff out the pressure of the moment. Big games create a form of energy in their own right and can affect a player's normal performance. So, we'll look at Allar's play when in a clean pocket and compare that to season averages in both situations.

Finally, we'll take that pressure data and compare Allar's playoff performance to his regular season performance.

Big Ten Media Day Schedule

Penn State head coach James Franklin will speak today in Las Vegas, and Blue White Illustrated will have you covered! Hear his comments on our YouTube Channel after he's done speaking with the media. We'll also have a recap from reporter Greg Pickel, who is out in Vegas covering the event. Be sure to subscribe to the BWI YouTube channel so you don't miss any of what Franklin has to say!

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Penn State Camp Battle Preview: Who Will Fill Critical Roles on Offense?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 22 Jul 2025 16:36:08 +0000

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Penn State football begins training camp next week. The offseason is coming to a close, so we're previewing the upcoming month of camp battles that will help shape the roster and depth chart for the upcoming season. Reporter Nate Bauer will also share his latest round of insight from the top people in the Lasch Football building. With Big Ten Media Days this week, we'll also preview the unofficial start to the fall season on today's show.

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube! With so much going on, including Greg Pickel's reporting from Las Vegas, now is a good time to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. We'll have clips and press conferences from the open media session on Wednesday, plus Penn State media day next week.

Penn State at Big Ten Media Days

Penn State head coach James Franklin, safety Zakee Wheatley, quarterback Drew Allar, and Nick Dawkins will represent the Nittany Lions at the Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas this week. We'll start today's show by discussing the event and what sort of meaningful conversations can come from this week. Bauer will share his thoughts on what he wants to learn from the conference representatives attending the event this week.

Camp battle preview

Next, we'll continue previewing the upcoming camp battles, which start next Wednesday for the Nittany Lions. We'll preview the next round of camp position battles that will take place in late July and through August. Today, we'll look at some of the more interesting battles that may or may not materialize through camp.

We'll start with the deepest position on the roster: the running back room. There's no question who will start for the Nittany Lions, but who will back up Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen as the third running back? We'll look at the three or four primary candidates to fill in behind the superstar duo and discuss what each player can bring to the table.

Next, we'll look at a surprising situation brewing on the right side of the offensive line. Will offensive line coach Phil Trautwein find a way to get both right tackles Nolan Rucci and Anthony Donkoh on the field? If he does, what does that mean for the rest of the line? We'll look at the men up front to give fans some insight into the battles on the right side.

Summer conversation series

Bauer continued detailing his conversations with Penn State's top brass this summer this week. Today, we'll ask him about his most recent articles, detailing his conversation with Franklin, including how Franklin processed the loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl and what Franklin thinks about various positional groups on the 2025 roster.

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Penn State's Class of 2027 off to an Elite Start in Rivals Rankings

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 16:04:17 +0000

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Rivals released the updated rankings for the Class of 2026 as it heads into its senior season and the newest rankings for the upcoming class of 2027, heading into its pivotal junior seasons. We'll break down where Penn State's commits and top prospects moved this week on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. We'll also discuss the latest news, including two new prospect offers for 2026 on the defensive line. Speaking of the D-line, stick around to the end to hear from commit Isaac Chukwurah.

Catch the full show on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. We're less than two weeks away from the start of fall camp, meaning you'll soon be getting fresh highlights, press conferences, and more! Subscribe now to stay up-to-date on all the news coming in August. If you can't catch today's show live, you can watch the re-airing 24/7 on the channel, here in this article, or listen to the audio version on any podcast platform.

Penn State offers a new wave of 2026 D-line prospects

There's no secret that Penn State missed out on its top defensive line prospects, including defenisve tackle Damari Simeon, who chose Ohio State over the Nittany Lions at the end of June. To fill that gap, defensive line coach Deion Barnes has put out a new wave of offers to 2026 defensive tackle prospects. Today, we'll tell you more about Emanuel Ruffin and Djidjou Bah.

Recruiting updates for 2026 and 2027

Next, recruiting reporter Ryan Snyder will dive into the rankings updates for 2026 and 2027. He'll discuss where the movement happened among the committed prospects this cycle and how the integration of Rivals into the On3 rankings system changed the profile of certain players in the class.

We'll also look ahead to 2027 and see where Penn State's top target and commited players landed in the update before the next cycle's junior season. Did Kemon Spell remain near the top of the recruiting rankings? We'll outline where the trio of Spell, receiver Khalil Taylor, and tackle Layton von Brandt found themselves in the updated list.

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Penn State DT commit joins the show

Finally, we'll sit down for a 15-minute discussion with Chukwurah to end the show. Get to know the Delaware commit from his background to his favorite pastimes and his on-field skills.

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ESPN Puts James Franklin in Elite Company: Does He Belong? Penn State Season Preview

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Penn State head coach James Franklin has captained one of the most consistent programs over the last decade. The team was a regular New Year's Six participant and routinely won ten games during the current stretch from 2016 to 2024. Yet Franklin's biggest critics point to his lack of production in big games and the team's lack of a title during his tenure at Penn State.

So, is Franklin a top-five coach in college football? ESPN's Bill Connelly thinks so. We'll discuss his most recent article about the top historical and active coaches in college football on today's show. We'll also continue our discussion about Penn State's open lifting session with reporter Greg Pickel, and discuss the biggest What Ifs from last year. Finally, we'll dive deep into the numbers to figure out if Penn State should play more three-receiver or two-tight-end sets this year.

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Penn State head coach James Franklin in elite company

ESPN's Bill Connelly put together a list of the top coaches from the last 20 years of college football. Not only is Franklin on that list for his work at Vanderbilt and Penn State, but he's high on the list. We'll discuss where Franklin ranks in the historic context that Connelly compiled using win above the historic baseline and SP+ ranking.

Connelly went a step further to find the best coaches currently active in the sport. We'll show you where Franklin ranks among the best in his profession and discuss what Connelly's data indicates.

The biggest What Ifs of the 2024 season and a preview of 2025

Penn State's season changed on several important moments that shaped the narrative of the team's postseason run. Pickel discussed the biggest turning points and narratives from last year to reimagine what could have been for the team's title run. We'll discuss those on today's show.

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming season by discussing how Penn State's offense should change this year, if at all. Offensive coordiantor Andy Kotelnicki's first year in Happy Valley was a huge success. The team was one of the most explosive offenses in college football last year, bringing a dangerous and balanced approach to the field. Still, fans will point to the team's struggles against top opponents and the inconsistencies in its passing game. How can the team tweak that this year? We examined the personnel-level information to determine where explosive plays were generated in the offense.

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Penn State Camp Battle Preview | Who Will Back up Drew Allar?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 15:46:50 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team held an open lift for the media on Monday, and Blue White Illustrated was there to check it out. It's the second-to-last event before the start of fall training camp. So, today, we'll discuss what we saw and heard from the program, plus begin previewing fall training camp battles. Penn State strength coach Chuck Losey spoke to the media after the event to outline the team's progress since March. We'll preview his comments during our recurring segment "Between the Lines."

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Penn State lifting session update

We'll start today's show by discussing what we observed from the players during the final phase of summer conditioning under Losey and his staff. The offensive line, defensive line and linebackers worked out in a group on Monday and we'll discuss who stood out from the group.

Next, we'll discuss what Losey and sports performance expert Andrew Nelson had to say about the team's preparations for fall camp. Losey told reporters what he's seen from transfers Trebor Pena and Amare Campbell, as well as his insights into the May freshmen. We'll cover all of that on today's show.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

The new Rivals 300 dropped for the Class of 2026 this week. Recruiting reporter Sean Fitz will discuss what he thinks of the latest updates and which Penn State players made moves on the list. We'll also discuss the newest offer for Penn State that went out this weekend.

Penn State Fall Camp Preview

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming season's camp battles to end the show. Losey discussed his goal of making the team "bulletproof" from a physical standpoint to get through the grind of fall training camp and emphasized its importance.

There are nearly a dozen important battles taking place across the Penn State roster this summer, and we'll preview four to start our three-week look at the roster's biggest positional showdowns, starting on July 30.

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Discussing Penn State commit Roseby Lubintus' flip to Syracuse

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Penn State football's recruiting class of 2026 received another blow on Wednesday evening when three-star offensive lineman Roseby Lubintus flipped his commitment from the Nittany Lions to Syracuse. We'll discuss the situation on today's show with recruiting reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz. We'll also use today to turn the page from 2026 to 2027 and preview the important names emerging from the summer camp season for the next class.

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Penn State Class of 2026 takes a hit

Penn State's June recruiting didn't go as planned, with the team losing out on all of it's top targets. Now, the team is losing recruits in July. Lubintus, a New Jersey lineman who committed to the program in the spring, flipped his commitment to Syracuse on Wednesday evening. We'll discuss what why he said he made the change and what it means for the group of offensive linemen in this cycle.

However, it's not all bad news from yesterday. Class of 2027 offensive lineman from Coatesville, Maxwell Hiller included Penn State in his top eight schools. We'll discuss which schools made the list and discuss what the team will need to do to land the next elite lineman prospect from Pennsylvania.

Introducing the Class of 2027

We've discussed the players individually, but today is the first time we’ll preview the upcoming recruiting cycle in 2027. We’ll discuss the important names to know for Penn State’s next run at a top ten class, including the players committed to program, early names interested in the program, and the team’s top regional prospects.

Snyder recently spoke with Kemon Spell and Isiaah Rogers, two of the top running back prospects for this current cycle. Spell is already a top 15 player nationally and committed to the program. Rogers is a fast-rising regional prospect, who we’ll discuss on the show.

Finally, we’ll discuss the changes to the recruiting calendar for this year. There’s a full dead period between now and the start of the 2025 football season at the end of August. Is that a detriment to Penn State’s chances of landing another recruit for 2027? The team has accomplished strong results at the end of summer in past years. Can they find a way to keep themselves ahead for the next cycle? Join the show to discuss that, plus whatever is on your mind in the live chat!

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Penn State Wrestling offseason update: World Team Competition Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 9 Jul 2025 23:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is back following a short late June hiatus as the Nittany Lions continue to prep for the 2025-2026 college season while also having lots of success on the freestyle circuit with more International tournaments to come.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel kick off the show with a look at the latest headlines surrounding the program, including a report that four-time NCAA champ Aaron Brooks is facing a possible suspension after failing a drug test. His father, John, told The Herald Mall that Aaron Brooks took an over-the-counter supplement that contained a banned substance while recovering from an illness. As of the time of this article's posting and the show's recording, no decision about potential punishment from the USADA has been made.

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Penn State vs Nebraska Preview: Can Matt Rhule’s Offense Find Its Rhythm in 2025?

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We continue our look at the Penn State football schedule and the team's upcoming opponents today by studying the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Join the BWI Live show as we discuss what Penn State fans should know about Matt Rhule's team and the offensive changes the program made this year. We'll explain what the offense is trying to accomplish, where they needed to improve and who they acquired to do so. We'll also discuss Penn State Hockey's seismic addition of top prospect Gavin McKenna last night. Join the show to ask your questions and give your thoughts during the BWI Mailbag! All of that and more coming up today!

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Penn State Hockey lands a game changer

Penn State Men's Ice Hockey made it official last night when McKenna, the number one overall prospect in the upcoming class, committed to the program. We'll also discuss how that changes the team's outlook for the upcoming season.

Next, we'll shift our attention back to Penn State football and discuss what the national media is saying about the team this July. Reporter Greg Pickel has his pulse on the consensus about the Nittany Lions and shares his perspective on where the team sits heading into August.

2025 Season Preview: Nebraska

We continue our deep dive on Penn State's top opponents for the upcoming 2025 season today by profiling the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Matt Rhule's team will visit Happy Valley in November, but the ties to his former university have his team at the forefront of the collective consciousness of the fan base. We'll discuss the team's offense on today's show and take a deep dive into the issues the program faced last season and the solution Rhule found late last year.

Once we understand the issues with the offense, we'll discuss what Rhule and new offensive coordinator Dana Holgerson did to fix the problems via talent acquisition this offseason.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll answer your questions during the BWI Mailbag. We have questions selected from the message board. We'll discuss potential changes to the transfer portal calendar, predict a breakout player on offense and defense and more. Join the show to give your thoughts on the Nittany Lions this fall!

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Does Penn State have the perfect September schedule? | 2025 Season Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are nearing the beginning of fall camp. Before they do, we're taking a big-picture look at the 2025 season to preview the team's chances at a playoff and title run. Join the show today as we take another July Tuesday to discuss Penn State's lead into the game against Oregon, Drew Allar's offseason transformation, and how the team's November date with Ohio State is an advantage or disadvantage. We'll also take your questions during the BWI Mailbag to end the show!

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It's not just Penn State football making moves this fall. After a successful frozen four-run, the Men's Ice Hockey team secured an offseason prize unlike any other in program history. Top recruit Gavin McKenna chose the Nittany Lions as his school of choice. We'll discuss the program's outlook and Penn State's approach to NIL in the current landscape.

It's also EA Sports College football week! The game drops on July 10th, but deluxe edition subscribers gained access to the game on Monday.

Summer conversation series: Drew Allar

Reporter Nate Bauer sat down with the important members of the 2025 Penn State football team and staff this summer, including starting quarterback Drew Allar. Bauer shares excerpts and parts of his conversation with the staff on today's show.

We'll discuss Allar's transformation this offseaons and what's behind the starting quarterback's decision to get into the best shape of his career ahead of his senior year.

Fitz's recruiting update

Football and recruiting reporter Sean Fitz joins the show to discuss the latest Penn State recruiting news. Penn State secured two more commitments over the holiday weekend, effectively wrapping up the team's recruiting for this cycle. He'll discuss what he thinks of Gonzaga defensive end Tyson Harley and DePaul Catholic offensive lineman Marlen Bright. Fitz also turned the page to 2027 this week with an early preview of the names to know at several offensive positions. Be sure to check out his article on that. We'll discuss some of the important names on the show.

Penn State season preview month continues

Today, we'll ask more questions of our staff to get their big-picture thoughts on the 2025 season. Is it a good thing that Penn State plays three easy non-conference games and then has a bye before Oregon? We'll answer that question in the BWI Mailbag to end the show. We'll also discuss the team's showdown with Ohio State in early November. Is it better to see a team with so much turnover early or later on the schedule?

We'll discuss those topics, and more! If you want to be part of the show, join us and ask your questions or give your takes in the live chat. We'll be interacting with you all show long and taking questions in the BWI Mailbag!

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Penn State's 2026 Recruiting Class Nears Finish Line: Who's Left to Commit? | June Recap

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Penn State Football wraps up the majority of its recruiting for 2026 this weekend with the last major string of commitment announcments from top prospects. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll preview the biggest names that will decide their college fate during the holiday weekend, plus recap June. How badly did Penn State get beaten for its top targets compared to other years? Reporter Ryan Snyder will do his best to illustrate how much NIL has eroded the top of the Penn State recruiting pile compared to previous years.

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The Good news: Penn State's top recruit at Rivals Five-Star Challenge

Penn State offensive lineman Kevin Brown once again shone on the recruiting stage. Last week, Brown was at the Rivals Five-Star Challenge and earned accolades for his performance. Snyder will recap Brown's accomplishments among his peers and discuss what that means for his outlook and future in Happy Valley.

We'll also recap the team's three-man recruiting weekend to end June with Jackson Ford, Jack Fuchs, and kicker Adam McCann-Gibbs on today's show. What has Snyder learned about Ford? He spoke to the defensive end's head coach to learn more about the latest Nittany Lion.

The final wave of commitments coming up this weekend

Penn State still has several top targets on the board who will make their college destinations known this weekend. This will likely be the last big recruiting weekend of the calendar now that the process has moved earlier into May and June. We'll preview the decisions coming from players like Tyson Harley, Marlen Bright, and cornerback Dorian Barney.

The Bad: Penn State June Recap stings

We've chronicled how many prospects Penn State missed on this recruiting cycle over the last two and a half weeks. From Grayson McKeogh to Luke Wafle, most of the team's top targets left after official visits went to different schools.

While it's undoubtedly a loss, how much of a loss is still a fair debate. Today, we'll try to better understand the new gap between what Penn State previously achieved before NIL and now. The team didn't routinely land elite prospects at the most valuable positions, but there's also a clear erosion of their recruiting. Snyder will attempt to pick through the results to give fans a better understanding.

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Can Penn State Knock off Big Ten Champ Oregon Ducks in White Out? | Season Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are in the final summer preparations for the 2025 season. While the coaching staff can take time off this month, following a hectic recruiting calendar, we're using the downtime to preview the upcoming season. Join the BWI Live show as we preview the season, starting with the team's most challenging and meaningful games this fall. We'll start with the team's White Out matchup with the 2024 Big Ten Champion Oregon Ducks. Did Oregon lose too much talent this offseason to repeat as champions? Or did the rising Titan in college football pour enough resources into the transfer portal and recruiting to restock for another run? We'll also cover the latest Penn State news, plus open up the mailbag!

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube so you can be part of the live chat. We'll be taking questions from the audience to answer your burning season preview questions on the show. If you can't catch us live, be sure to catch the replay 24/7 on the channel embedded in this article or anywhere you get your podcasts.

On3 makes major changes and additions

College football national reporter Brett McMurphy has joined the On3 family! McMurphy is well known for his bowl projections each year. To kick off his start with us, McMurphy put out his 2025-26 College Football Playoff projections. Where does he think Penn State will end up in the championship run? Join the show to find out.

We'll also discuss Greg Pickel's June recap, including information we learned about the coming year.

Penn State season Preview: Oregon

Today, we're diving headfirst into previewing the upcoming season, starting with the Oregon Ducks. Penn State hosts Dan Lanning's team on Sept. 27 for the team's annual White Out game in prime time. The Ducks will get Penn State's best shot in its best environment on the biggest stage. Yet, with so much turnover this offseason, what will the Ducks be bringing to Happy Valley? We've begun investigating the team's new DNA after spring football and will give fans an early preview of what they should expect from the team.

Today, we'll cover Oregon's transfer portal and freshman class additions, plus recap how the team likes to play football on both sides of the ball. We'll break down the basics of the teams' schemes and styles on offense and defense.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll end the show with the BWI Mailbag. We've preselected questions from the Lions Den Message board to feature on the show, but we're answering your questions in the live chat as well. What do you want to know about the team's upcoming season? Drop your thoughts and questions in the chat and we'll answer them during the mailbag!

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Penn State Season Preview Month Begins: Can Drew Allar Deliver In Senior Season?

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The Penn State Football team begins its 2025 season in earnest this month when the team convenes at the end of July for the start of training camp. Now that it's July, we're starting our season preview on the BWI Live Show. Today, we'll discuss reporter Nate Bauer's interviews with several important figures on the Penn State staff and roster. We'll hear what they have to say about the team's goals this year and how they achieve them. We'll also preview the schedule to kick off our month of preparation for the upcoming season.

Join BWI Live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the conversation. Ask our staff any questions you have during the live chat, and we'll answer them during the show! If you can't catch us live, watch the replay on the channel embedded in this article or wherever you get your podcasts.

New new era of college football is here

Not only is July the start of training camp for many college and NFL teams, but it's also the start of a new era in college football. With the NCAA's House Settlement rules going into effect today, teams can officially start paying players directly from internal revenue.

Yet, does this day and this landmark change anything for Penn State or college football at large? We'll discuss that idea with Bauer on today's show.

We'll also preview Big Ten Media Days, which happen this month.

Penn State sits down with Blue White Illustrated

Bauer recently did one-on-one interviews with both of Penn State's coordinators - Andy Kotelnicki and Jim Knowles - plus quarterback Drew Allar. You can read Bauer's work at Blue White Illustrated, but we'll discuss those conversations on today's show. We'll be focusing on specific aspects of these conversations to discuss in detail, which will hopefully help us gain a better understanding of the team's mindset for this fall. It's the last ride for the Penn State Football Recruiting Class of 2022, which includes team stars like Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen, Dani Dennis-Sutton, and Zane Durant. What did they come back for, and what are their goals?

Of course, we'll discuss Allar and his goals for this upcoming season and how that relates to the passing game.

Season preview month begins

Finally, we'll end the show by starting our season preview of 2025. What are we most curious about learning as we begin our own preparations for the season? What's the biggest wildcard on Penn State's schedule?

We'll discuss those topics, what the toughest stretch of games looks like, and anything else that comes to mind! Didn't see a topic you want us to cover? Join the show and bring it up in the comments section!

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Can Penn State Rebound? Key recruiting decisions loom after tough week: BWI Live

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The Penn State football recruiting department has been taking body blows for the last week. Many of the team's top targets have chosen other destinations since Grayson McKeogh kicked off the trend by committing to Notre Dame last Wednesday. Yet the team has a chance to fight back and close out the week with a series of wins with other top prospects ready to decide. We'll cover it all on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, plus recap the final weekend of recruiting visits. Recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder sit down for an hour to discuss the team's situation heading into July.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the conversation. We'll be talking with fans in the live chat throughout the show. If you want to make sure you're the first to hear about the team's commitments when they happen, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you'll receive alerts when we post our Committed videos.

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Penn State lands another high-potential tight end, more decisions coming

Penn State secured a recruiting victory on Wednesday afternoon when four-star tight end Pierce Petersohn committed to the program. If you want a recap of his journey to the Nittany Lions, check out our latest video. However, we'll discuss Petersohn further to start today's show.

Petersohn kicked off a string of recruiting decisions this week that will culminate in one of Penn State's top targets making his choice Friday evening. We'll recap the announced dates for the team's top targets in the coming days and weeks.

Penn State tackle situation: Want vs Need

Earlier this week, Snyder wrote about the wants and needs left in the Class of 2026. Who is essential to add, and which players are luxury additions now that the team has 21 committed players? You can check out the full articl here, but one position we've detailed for several weeks is at tackle. We'll review how Penn State has recruited that position this year and what to make of the team's prospects at the position.

White out and Lasch Bash Recap

Finally, we'll review the team's final recruiting weekend in June. Penn State hosted its Lasch Bash and White Out camp on Sunday of this past week. Who showed up and who showed out? We'll recap the prospects and commits who were in attendance and what we learned about them.

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Penn State Recruiting: Decision Dates, Hidden Gems, and What’s Next in 2026

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:53:40 +0000

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The Penn State football team is nearing its next round of commitment decisions in the Class of 2026. Today, we'll discuss the upcoming date and players to know. Also, after a week of missing top targets, it's a good time to give an equal voice to the work the team has done so far. We'll discuss the team's commitments and point out which players are hidden gems and underrated prospects. Finally, we'll answer your questions during the show and play Buy or Sell!

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Penn State decision days

Minnesota native and Penn State tight end target Pierce Petersohn announced last night that he'll be revealing his decision for a college destination today. He kicks off the next round of important decisions from the team's top remaining targets, which include Jackson Ford and Damari Simeon this week. We'll run down the names and times that have announced their decision dates so far.

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From there, we'll pivot to discussing the team's current commits. Four-star tackle Kevin Brown was at the Rivals Five Star Challenge this week and did very well. We'll discuss his work this week. Brown is the team's highest-ranked player in the Class of 2026, but he's not the only good football player. After a week of missing on high-rated prospects, we'll try to give Penn State fans a bit of hope. We're listing the most underrated prospects in the class, and where we think they could end up by the time, all is said and done.

Finally, reporter Greg Pickel will discuss the latest with Penn State wrestling prospect Bo Bassett, who made news by decommitting from Iowa last week.

Buy or Sell

Finally, we'll round out June with another edition of Buy or Sell. We'll present a statement about the Penn State football team and either Buy or Sell that statement as fact. This week, we're discussing the team's chances of having a surprise starter and the team's long-term outlook on offense.

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Penn State Recruiting Takes a Hit + Roster Update and Weight Changes

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 15:38:30 +0000

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Normally, Tuesdays on the BWI Live show are reserved primarily for discussions about the current Penn State football team, while the Thursday show focuses on recruiting. However, the Nittany Lions lost four top recruiting targets between Wednesday and Friday of last week. This recruiting news sparked a frenzy of panic among Penn State fans to the point that even reporter Nate Bauer wrote about it on Friday.

So, today, we'll discuss the bigger implications of Penn State's loss of Khary Adams, Joey O'Brien, Greyson McKeogh, and Luke Wafle to its top rivals. We'll discuss the emotional impact, the logical next steps, and what the big picture means for the team's ability to compete at the highest levels of the sport, given the influence of NIL on recruiting.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss this, plus the latest roster update from the team and your questions! We'll be opening the live chat for discussion from fans throughout the show.

Gang Green sets in for Penn State recruiting

Three of the four players mentioned earlier all chose Notre Dame over Penn State. Meanwhile, Wafle chose USC over Ohio State in a bidding war that reportedly eclipsed 2 million dollars in NIL money. We'll address each individual recruiting situation and then consider them as part of a larger picture. Can Penn State's current model of retention withstand the new economy of recruiting? Will the program be cut off from top talent each cycle? Bauer and recruiting reporter Sean Fitz will dive deep into the topic to give Penn State fans a much-needed perspective on the topic.

Penn State roster update and long-term weight changes

In team-specific news, Penn State released its latest roster update, with Jabree Coleman joining the program this week. With it came updated weights for the program's athletes. We've tracked the progress of each player since January, and today, we'll reveal the biggest weight gainers and losers this offseason.

What context should fans take from this? We'll discuss players who are transforming their bodies and which players may be falling behind for one reason or another.

Nickel corner battle hinges on fall camp

We also talked to Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles this month. What did he say about his defense, and what he expects from the team this year? Bauer spoke to Knowles in an exclusive one-on-one interview recently, and he'll preview that conversation on today's show.

In a separate conversation, Knowles discussed his nickel position in depth with BWI. We'll discuss the big takeaways from that conversation and what they mean for the team's defense this fall.

Finally, despite the earlier recruiting focus on the show, there's more recruiting news to discuss this week. We'll wrap up the show with Fitz's recruiting update, discussing the news from this past weekend and the decisions looming on the horizon for the Penn State Class of 2026.

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Recruiting Trouble for Penn State? Why the 2026 Class Is Trending the Wrong Way

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The decision days are here for Penn State's top targets in the Class of 2026 and so far, the news hasn't been great. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss the top prospects that have made or will make their college decisions in the coming days. Reporter Ryan Snyder sits down for an hour to relate the current situation to Penn State fans on today's show. We'll also recap the prospect camp from Wednesday and preview the weekend of camps starting on Friday.

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Penn State suffers a recruiting loss this week. More to come?

The bad news for the top of Penn State's 2026 prospects started Wednesday when four-star tackle Greyson McKeogh chose Notre Dame over Penn State and Texas. Shortly after, industry experts put in picks for top defensive back targets Khary Adams and Joey O'Brien to join him in South Bend. After that, reports from On3 surfaced that USC and Ohio State were in a bidding war for top defensive end Luke Wafle, who was about to command a seven-figure NIL package.

Where does that leave Penn State? Snyder will do his best to give fans the intel on why things are trending away from the Nittany Lions with in-state and regional targets. We'll also discuss who is left on the board and what the program can do to make up ground.

Penn State finishing June with three camps in five days

Penn State hosted a smaller mid-week camp on Wednesday that BWI attended. Several top commits and prospects were also in attendance. We'll discuss what we saw from defensive line commit Isaac Chukwurah, and 2027 target Abraham Sessay. Defensive back commits Julian Peterson and Matt Sieg also attended camp, which was our first time to see them work up close. We'll discuss how they performed.

Previewing Visits and Camps to close June

Finally, we'll preview the end of the 2025 June calendar. A recruiting dead period starts next week, lasting until the start of the 2025 season. It's the final chance to get prospects on campus for official visits and to have top targets visit the program. We'll discuss the upcoming players making their way to campus for a final round of official visits, and then those players will be invited to the Lasch Bash and White Out Camp on Sunday.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Final X Recap | Big Ten Schedule Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is back with a recap of Final X plus the latest on the Nittany Lions' 2025-2026 schedule.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this week's show with a look at how past, present, and future members of head coach Cael Sanderson's program, plus Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members, performed at the event that sets the U.S. National team. Incoming freshman PJ Duke stole the show in Newark and thus dominates the conversation on this episode. Despite not yet receiving his high school diploma, the New York native is going to World's as his country's representative at 70 kilograms after stunning Cornell great Yianni Diakomihalis with a pin to win their best-of-three series 2-1. Duke, who is a four-time state champ, capped it off with a back flip seconds after the referee slapped the mat to end the match.

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Troy Huhn at Elite 11: What It Means for Penn State Football

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:14:26 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is deep in its offseason workouts but the recruiting efforts for the program are in high gear. On today's show, we'll preview Day Two of the Elite 11 Finals, where 2026 quarterback Troy Huhn is competing for Finals MVP. We'll also discuss the team's prospect camp schedule, which is busy this week, plus dig into the team's plans at linebacker.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. with Greg Pickel hosting! The best way to know when Penn State news breaks is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, when Penn State gains a commitment, you'll be the first to know with our Committed video series.

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Penn State at the Elite 11

It's been six out of seven years that Penn State has had a quarterback commit at the Elite 11 finals in Los Angeles. We'll discuss the importance of having a player at the event and what it means for Huhn, who is Penn State's representative this year in a two QB class.

Does Huhn need to win the event for it to be a successful year for Penn State? We'll discuss the event's history and how it found quarterback talent through the years.

Next, we'll discuss what Penn State linebackers coach Dan Connor said about recent transfer Amare Campbell. Pickel wrote about the team's acquisition in the transfer portal and what drew Connor to him out of North Carolina. We'll discuss how he fits with the program and what Connor had to say about the room.

Finally, we'll discuss Penn State's hunt for more talent this summer. The team hosts a prospect camp on Wednesday, which Blue White Illustrated will attend. Be sure to follow us on social media and on the Blue White Illustrated message board to get up-to-date information about the event.

Buy or Sell

We'll end the show by playing another round of Buy or Sell? We'll give a statement and then ask if you buy that fact or want to sell it for the upcoming 2025 season. Today, we'll be discussing the defensive starting unit and whether a transfer will start for the Nittany Lions; we'll also examine the team's backup quarterback situation.

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How many O-Line Combos will Penn State play in 2025? | Where team stands with elite 2026 Talent

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions hosted critical players this weekend, including a five-star offensive lineman. We recap the visits, plus discuss the big men up front for the current Penn State team. How many different line combinations can the team have this fall? We discuss what Phil Trautwein had to say about the group in June. We'll also preview Nate Bauer's conversation with Drew Allar, Andy Kotelnicki and Jim Knowles.

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Penn State OV Weekend Preview: Five Stars, Sleepers and Top Targets on Campus

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:38:55 +0000

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This time of year is all about the official visits in Penn State football recruiting. The team hosted elite players last weekend at critical positions like defensive end, defensive tackle and offensive tackle. This week, they'll bring in a five-star player, top targets at tight end, and several sleeper targets to round out the group. Join the BWI Live Recruiting show as reporter Ryan Snyder discusses those topics, plus he takes your questions on the show!

We're live at 10 a.m. on YouTube. If you can't catch the show live and be part of the chat, check us out on replay either on the channel, here in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Penn State recruiting news and previews

Of course, it's not all about official visits. Penn State will continue its search for the next wave of prospects on Friday with a team camp, hosting seven-on-seven teams from across the region. Snyder will give you a quick preview of what to expect.

Next, we'll return to cornerback Amauri Polydor's commitment to the Penn State last weekend. Snyder spoke with On3 National recruiting director Charles Power about the three-star cornerback. He'll relate what Power had to say about Polydor's film and what he expects from the St. Frances cornerback this coming season.

Finally, Snyder will recap the conversations he had with Penn State's elite targets from last weekend. What did Grayson Mckeogh have to say about his time with the Nittany Lions? Snyder spoke with the LaSalle offensive tackle. He also spoke with potential five-star defensive Luke Wafle's father about the visit his son took last weekend. We'll review the highlights of those conversations.

Official visit preview

Finally, we'll spend the second half of the show discussing the players visiting campus this weekend. From five-star offensive lineman Immanuel Iheanacho to commits Ben Eziuka and Terry Wiggins, Snyder will discuss the stories and importance of the players visiting this weekend. Can Penn State swing for the fences with the elite lineman visiting, such as Texas native Drew Evers?

We'll also track the story of fast-rising offensive tackle Charlie Thom. The Avon Old Farms prospect received an offer less than a week ago and has quickly scheduled an official visit to Penn State for this weekend. We'll discuss the tackle situation with Snyder to understand how Thom fits into the picture with so many elite prospects considering joining position coach Phil Trautwein's room.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Final X Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:00:00 +0000

The Team USA roster for the Senior World Wrestling Championships will be announced this weekend in Newark, N.J. Penn State standouts and Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members are competing at Final X. Some are vying for a backup spot on the early portion of the day-long card. Others are seeking a starting spot on the national team for this year's championships, which are set for September in Croatia.

We preview Saturday's action on a fresh episode of the Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start by taking a look at the true third place matches. Those start at 12:30 p.m. ET. Multiple wrestlers, including incoming freshman Marcus Blaze and five-time NCAA champ Carter Starocci, are competing for a backup spot on Team USA. Blaze is in the 65 kilogram (143.3 pounds) true third place match opposite Nebraska's Brock Hardy. Starocci, then, has a familiar foe in Parker Keckeisen of Northern Iowa in the 86-kilogram (189.5 pounds) true third place match. A win would mean Blaze and Starocci have national team resources for the next year. And, for Blaze in particular, it would mean the U23 Team USA spot at 65 kilograms is his to turn down.

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Discussing What We Learned From Penn State's Coordinators This June

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:22:02 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team opened the doors of the Lasch Building to the media last Thursday for an hour-long discussion with the media. Today, we'll dive deeper into those conversations on the BWI Live show and discuss what we learned and what we gleaned from the conversations with Penn State's coordinators and staff. We'll also play another round of buy or sell and take your questions in the live chat!

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Penn State gets even more preseason accolades

There's no secret at this point that the Penn State football team is the national media darling of the 2025 offseason. Phil Steele published his top 40 teams for the upcoming season, and Steele was very high on the Nittany Lions. Find out where he ranks the program and how many All-Americans he expects the team to produce this fall.

To do that, the team will need to be elite on both sides of the football. We'll put those ideas to the test in our latest edition of Buy or Sell. Today, we'll focus primarily on the defensive side of the ball. Can Penn State allow fewer rushing yards than it did last season? Will they produce more takeaways? We'll debate those ideas on today's show. Reporter Greg Pickel will give his thoughts on Steele's analysis and then give you his thoughts on those ideas.

You can play along in the chat by playing Buy or Sell with us! We'll read the best answers live on air.

Between the Lines

It's now a summertime tradition for the Penn State coaching staff to sit down with the media at the start of June to discuss the offseason topics on the minds of fans and the media. Today, we'll dive deeper into those conversations in Between the Lines. We'll review Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments on why Ta'Mere Robinson left the program. You'll also hear what differences the linebacker room faces, according to Jim Knowles. Finally, Andy Kotelnicki will give his scouting report on Trebor Pena and what he thinks the differences will be in his offense now that the team is in its second year under his direction.

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The New Era of College Football Begins — What It Means for Penn State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 16:06:50 +0000

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The new era of college sports is here. Penn State football, along with the rest of the sport, finally got a resolution on the future of the sport this past weekend when the NCAA v. House settlement finally passed. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the latest news on revenue sharing, Penn State's deal, or lack thereof, with private capital, plus the latest Penn State football and recruiting news.

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the conversation. We'll be taking comments and questions from the live chat during the show and answering your questions about today's topics. The best way to know when we go live is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you'll receive alerts when we post breaking news or go live.

Penn State News update

There was plenty of news that dropped after our final show on Thursday of last week. Today, we'll cover the biggest Penn State football news that's happened since then. Firstly, we'll discuss the report that Penn State and UCLA were the first two athletic departments to take on private equity from Elevate’s College Investment Initiative.

However, Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft quickly released a statement denying those reports, as did UCLA's athletic department. We'll discuss the situation to start the show.

Next, we'll dig into the news that redshirt freshman Max Granville suffered a long-term injury after spring practice. Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will discuss the impact on the defensive end position and where that leaves Penn State's pass-rushing unit.

NCAA Settlement ushers in new era of college football

Next, the college sports world learned over the weekend that Judge Claudia Wilkins signed off on the House v. NCAA settlement agreement. The agreement sets into motion a new framework for college sports where the program can directly pay athletes.

Does this mean the end of NIL? What does this mean for walk-on players? We'll discuss the most pressing questions for fans during the show.

Fitz's recruiting update and Between the Lines

Finally, we'll end the show by getting into some real football topics. Penn State hosted a massive contingent of offensive and defensive line prospects this weekend, including some of the top remaining players in the Class of 2026. How did the team do in convincing those players that Penn State is the place to be? Fitz will discuss the reaction to the weekend, plus share his thoughts about what he saw at the team's various prospect camps on Friday and Sunday.

Lastly, we'll rewind the clock to last Thursday at noon when Penn State head coach James Franklin sat down (literally) with the media to discuss the state of the team in June. We'll review three of his comments during our series Between the Lines.

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Penn State Hosting Elite DL Targets + Joey O'Brien Commitment Countdown | BWI Live

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 5 Jun 2025 14:23:07 +0000

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We're in the thick of official visit season for Penn State football recruiting. The team hosted its current commitments in the Class of 2026 last weekend, tying up loose ends and bringing the class together for a celebratory weekend. Now, the team will host one of its most important weekends of the summer, with most of its top defensive line targets and several top players at other positions coming to Happy Valley en mass on Friday. We'll discuss that, break down Joey O'Brien's final four schools, and recap the past weekend's camps.

Join the BWI Live show for a special 9 a.m. start time today. We'll cover those topics, along with your comments and questions, in the live chat! The best way to stay up to date with the latest Penn State football news, including James Franklin's press conference this afternoon, is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Enable notifications so you get an alert when we post videos, go live, or bring you breaking news about Penn State commitments.

One of Penn State's top targets in 2026 sets commitment date

La Salle College High School safety Joey O'Brien has set his commitment date and trimmed his list of finalists down to four schools. We'll give you the latest information on the four-star prospect and what the news could mean for Penn State.

Official visit preview

Of course, the most critical news this week is that Penn State hosts its most star-studded lineup of the official visit season. While they've hosted top talent and players critical to this cycle's success, no weekend has as many as June 6-8. Multiple targets at the top of their positions will visit, including Carter Meadows and Luke Wafle at defensive end, Damari Simeon and Titan Davis at defensive tackle, and Grayson McKeogh at offensive tackle.

We'll discuss how critical it is for Penn State to land a number of the players visiting this weekend, especially considering this group comprises mostly trench players, which is where the Class of 2026 has its most remaining spots. Reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will break down the visitors and we'll show you highlights of the team's top targets visiting this weekend.

Wrapping up last weekend's biggest events

Of course, last weekend was also crucial to the program's current and future success. Snyder went to the Under Armour camp in Baltimore and will give his report on what he saw and who stood out during the event. We'll also recap the reactions and news coming out of the team's last official visit weekend, which consisted of the team's committed players and a handful of top targets.

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Surprise Freshman Contributors? Who Could Play Early for Penn State in 2025

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 4 Jun 2025 15:35:13 +0000

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The Penn State football team is loaded on offense and has a strong core returning on defense. So, is there room on a potential playoff team for freshmen to contribute? Today, we'll look at the possible paths to the field for Class of 2024 and 2025 players who still have a freshman lable on the Penn State roster. We'll also preview the upcoming season by playing Buy or Sell on several important Penn State football topics. Finally, we'll answer your questions in an extended BWI Mailbag.

Join the BWI Live show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or catch the replay on the site and wherever you get your podcasts. For fans of the recruiting show, we'll be going live at 9 a.m. on Thursday this week. Penn State will host a media session with the Nittany Lions coaching staff at noon. So check back later in the day for comments from Penn State head coach James Franklin.

Penn State Buy or Sell

We start today by continuing our offseason series on the Penn State football team's most probable outcomes with the next edition of "Buy or Sell?" Today's topics

Drew Allar throws for 30 or more TDs

Penn State will allow fewer passing yards per game than last season

Penn State will have more than one All-American in 2025

Want to give your thoughts on the subject? Join the live chat to play along! We'll be taking the best answers and reading them live on the show!

Path to the field for Penn State freshmen

The best football players will play on any team, regardless of position or age. However, the situation is also critical for a young player to see the field early. Is there a role on the team that they can fill, even if its not a starting job? We'll look at the team's roster and examine the best places for a young player to contribute this fall.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll spend an extended period of time in the BWI Mailbag to end the show. We've taken questions from the Lions Den message board to feature in the segment, but if you've got a question that you'd like to ask, join the show live and give us your best shot! If you listen to the podcast version, submit a question to Apple podcasts with a five-star review, and we'll answer that question on a future episode.

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Better or Worse? Tracking Penn State's Secondary This Offseason

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 3 Jun 2025 15:59:37 +0000

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The Penn State football team received good news late last week. The long-standing issue of when to hold the annual White Out Game is over. Television partners announced that the game will be on in primetime on Sept. 27, giving the Nittany Lions its biggest atmosphere against the best opponent on the home schedule. We'll discuss that, another honor for Saquon Barkley, plus recruiting and team discussion throughout the show!

Join the BWI Live show at 10 a.m. on YouTube today as we discuss if the defensive secondary will be better or worse than last season. Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer join the show for a 60-minute conversation with you! Join the live chat to ask questions and interact with the show. We'll take questions throughout the program and open up the floor for you during the BWI Mailbag to end the show.

Penn State News

Penn State will host Oregon on NBC this fall in primetime. Not only does the team get to host the reigning Big Ten Champions at night, they also get to open the season at home. We discuss how significant a win, either in perception or reality, this decision is for the program.

Next up, we'll discuss the news that Barkley is the latest cover athlete for the Madden video game franchise. Is this a boost for Penn State recruiting? Or just another fun achievement for Nittany Lions fans to celebrate?

Fitz's Recruiting Udpate

The next phase of Penn State recruiting began in earnest over the weekend. The team hosted its 2025 signing class on Friday and Saturday followed by its first camp of the summer to evaluate prospects for coming cycles.

However, most of the focus this weekend was on one 2026 athlete trying to prove he belonged in the current class. Detroit offensive lineman Ben Eziuka camped with the program to prove that he'd improved from last offseason. How did that go? We tracked his progress and performance throughout the afternoon and Fitz will discuss what he thinks on today's recruiting update.

We will also highlight the rest of the offensive line, thanks to our tracking of the group through the afternoon. Finally, we'll preview the upcoming official visit weekend, which is stocked with elite talent. Is this Penn State's most important recruiting weekend of the official visit calendar? Fitz will weigh in.

Better or Worse and the BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll end the show by discussing the Penn State football team for 2025. Is the team better or worse in the defensive backfield? We'll finish our look at the team's roster heading into the fall by assessing the linebackers, cornerbacks, and safeties.

The last few minutes of the show, as always, are dedicated to you! We'll be answering questions in the BWI Mailbag live to end the show so join us at 10 to get your questions answered live!

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Penn State Wrestling Show: U23 Nationals, U20 Team Trials Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 29 May 2025 23:00:00 +0000

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There are plenty of Penn State wrestling connections at the U23 Nationals and U20 Team Trials this weekend. Reporter Greg Pickel breaks down what fans should know, when to tune in and who to watch this weekend.

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Recruiting Show: Can Penn State Land a Top 10 Class? Key June Visits & Commit Dates Revealed

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 29 May 2025 15:42:26 +0000

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After months and sometimes years of recruiting, the picture is starting to crystalize for some of Penn State football's top targets in the Class of 2026. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing the commitment dates that top targets set this week, new official visits added to the summer schedule, plus a preview of the upcoming official visit weekend. Reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz join the show to discuss the team's position heading into the month that will determine whether the team secures a top-ten recruiting class this year.

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Penn State Recruiting News Update

We'll start with the news of the week for Penn State football. Several of the team's top targets, including cornerbacks Khary Adams and Dorian Barney, have told On3 about their commitment dates and what they expect from the coming month. We'll discuss Penn State's chances and if the news changes anything for our reporter's thoughts about the race to acquire the top defensive backs on the team's recruiting board.

The team also added several high-profile national prospects to the June official visit calendar. We'll discuss which players are coming to see the program and what Penn State's chances are to land a national prospect like defensive tackle Titan Davis.

Official Visit Preivew

Snyder outlined what's left for the Penn State offensive skill positions this week. We'll ask him what he learned about the recruiting roster spots left for the running backs, tight ends, and wide receivers.

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming official visit weekend. Penn State's committed players make up the vast majority of the team's guests this weekend, but there are still critical visitors joining the team in Happy Valley. We'll preview what fans need to know about this official visit weekend. We'll also discuss the uncommitted players coming to campus, including Texas linebacker Kosi Okpala, offensive lineman Marlen Bright and more!

Want to know more about a prospect we didn't highlight today? Join the show live at 10 a.m. and discuss Penn State recruiting with the staff via the live chat function! We'll be talking with you live to get feedback and answer follow-up questions during the hour-long show.

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Keystone Players: The 5 Most Crucial Penn State Nittany Lions Defenders for 2025

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 28 May 2025 15:19:24 +0000

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It's no secret that the Penn State football team is loaded for the upcoming season. Several high-profile players chose to return for their senior seasons, seeking the chance to win a national title and enhance their draft stock. But which players on the team are absolutely critical to the team's success this year? We're naming the team's "Keystone Players" on which the season's hopes hinge. We'll also preview the upcoming season by playing Buy or Sell and answer your questions in the BWI Mailbag!

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay any time. You can also catch the show wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State news

We'll start the show with a quick Penn State football news segment. The new cover for College Football '26 was released this week, and the team is featured on the cover. We'll show you the cover art featuring Nick Singleton and Penn State head coach James Franklin and discuss it.

In more real-world news, the Athletic put out kick-time predictions for the first three games of the 2025 season. We'll discuss the potential impact of those games on the team's opening schedule and exposure against Nevada, FIU, and Villanova.

Buy or Sell

Will Zakee Wheatly lead the Penn State defense in tackles? Can Singleton and teammate Kaytron Allen combine for over 2,500 rushing yards? We're playing Buy or Sell on today's show to discuss what we expect from the team's offensive and defensive output this year. We'll highlight areas where we believe the team will produce significant statistical outputs and others where we anticipate the team may fall behind.

Keystone Players

Football is a game built on the collective efforts of 11 individuals working together. Yet, not every job or position on the field is as critical as the next. So, we're not asking which players are the best or will put out the most stats this coming year; we're discussing which players are the most irreplaceable on the team. Today, we'll outline the Keystone players on defense, without whom the team's defensive plan may fall apart.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we open the show's last segment to you! Join us for the BWI Mailbag by asking your questions in the live chat throughout the show. We'll highlight the best ones during the Mailbag and answer your questions about Penn State Football. Join us at 10 a.m. to be part of the show!

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Penn State Hype: What’s Real and What’s Not for 2025? | BWI Live Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 27 May 2025 15:28:47 +0000

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We're continuing our examination of the Penn State football team's position as a top team heading into the 2025 college football season. Today, we'll discuss the facts and fiction behind the offseason narratives that national media outlets are weaving about the team this offseason. We'll also continue our look at the team's offseason progress by playing Better or Worse? to end the show. Of course, we'll have the latest Penn State football and recruiting news on Today's BWI Live Show as well.

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Penn State news

We'll start the show with the terrible news of former Penn State wide receiver Julian Fleming. Reports this weekend say that Fleming was in an ATV accident.

From the original report:

“In a release, troopers say before 8:15 p.m., authorities were called to Painter Lick Lane in Columbia Township Friday night after an ATV crash. State police explain that the ATV was traveling Northbound on Painter Lick Lane when it struck a deer that jumped out into the roadway.”

We'll discuss the situation.

In less sober news, we'll move on to today's main topic. Penn State is now a favorite topic of conversation for national media. Some of the compliments and criticism are fair for the 2025 squad. Some are not. Reporter Nate Bauer broke down what he saw as the facts and the fiction behind the hype for the program this offseason. We'll discuss his recent article on today's show.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

It was a big weekend in New Jersey for top prospects in the Northeast on Saturday. The Under Armour camp circuit came through the region, attracting top talent from Penn State's recruiting footprint, especially on the offensive and defensive line. We'll discuss what recruiting reporter Sean Fitz saw this weekend from players like offensive line commits Roseby Lubintus and Layton von Brandt, as well as top prospects like Jackson Vaughn and Maxwell Hiller.

It's also another important weekend for the Class of 2026 coming up on Friday. We'll have another official visit preview on Fitz's Recruiting Update.

Better or Worse?

One of the narratives we'll discuss earlier in today's show is about the Penn State defense. There's a feeling that unit can be better this year under new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. We'll dive deeper into that topic today in our summer series Better or Worse? We'll examine the front seven to see if the defensive ends, linebackers, and defensive tackles can be better than they were in 2024.

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Who’s Next to Commit? Breaking Down Penn State’s Top Targets & OV Weekend Buzz

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 22 May 2025 15:18:50 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions have a brief pause this weekend from official visits, but the news doesn't stop. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the reaction from the last recruiting weekend, plus a preview of an upcoming decision from a top target in 2026.

Recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder delve into the most important topics from the last week in Penn State football recruiting each Thursday on the Recruiting Show! Subscribe to the YouTube Channel now so you don't miss any shows or breaking news.

Penn State recruiting news

While most of our attention is on the Class of 2026 as it comes to a pivotal decision time over the next two months, we'll start today with the Class of 2027. The Nittany Lions have an elite start to the next cycle, according to the latest On300 rankings for the juniors-to-be. Snyder and Fitz discuss where commits Khalil Taylor, Kemon Spell, and Layton von Brandt rank in the updated list, which dropped this week. Snyder will also detail where Pennsylvania stacks up in the national recruiting scene for the next cycle.

Penn State is also waiting on a decision today from three-star cornerback Jaziel Hart. The Virginia native will announce his commitment from a final five of Notre Dame, Michigan, Tennessee, Virginia Tech, and Penn State. Our reporters will tell you which way the wind is blowing before the final announcement.

There are also several other defensive targets narrowing in on various decisions, which we'll recap. Who are top defensive tackle Damari Simeon's top schools? We'll recap his final four and discuss the official visit situation for one of the team's top remaining targets.

Elite 11 Recap

Next, we'll recap the State College regional camp for the Elite 11. Several Penn State commits competed in the passing challenge and the All-22 camp before the quarterbacks took over. Our recruiting team was there in force and we'll recap what we saw and heard from the event, plus review the news that dropped last night about finals invites.

OV Recap and BWI Recruiting Mailbag

Finally, we'll end the show by discussing the program's first big official visit weekend. While Blue White Illustrated subscribers have been briefed on the impressions from recruits this week, we'll synthesize that information into one conversation on today's show. Which players stood out? Which is Penn State in a good position to land? We'll give you the lay of the land.

Then, we'll close out the show by taking questions from the BWI Mailbag. Submit your questions via a five-star review on your preferred podcasting app, or drop a comment into the live chat! We'll take the best questions and answer questions submitted from the Blue-White Illustrated Message board.

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Cael Sanderson Does It Again: Penn State Secures Back-to-Back #1 Recruiting Classes | Wrestling Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 21 May 2025 23:00:00 +0000

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Penn State wrestling is bringing another highly-regarded group of high school recruits into its program this year. That headlines today’s newsstand. Willie Saylor of MatScouts put the Nittany Lions at No. 1 in his Class of 2025 team rankings. Head coach Cael Sanderson’s team becomes the first program to land back-to-back top classes since the rankings began in 2020. The list of newcomers is headlined by the top senior wrestlers in the country, New York’s PJ Duke and Ohio’s Marcus Blaze. It also includes top 60 recruits William Henckel (Connecticut, No. 18), Asher Cunningham (Pa., No. 22), Nate Desmond (Pennsylvania, No. 39), and Dalton Perry (Pa., No. 54).

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Daniel Jennings Reclassifies + Penn State Defensive Power Rankings | BWI Live

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 21 May 2025 15:38:45 +0000

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The Penn State football team officially added the remainder of its Class of 2025 this week, with ten players joining the squad as freshman May enrolees. On today's BWI Live, we'll discuss that group of players, show you their current heights and weights, plus discuss which players might have a shot at making an impact this fall. We're also power ranking the Penn State defense from five to one on today's show. Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube!

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Team adds eleven freshmen

We'll start the show by discussing the news that we hit on yesterday, but we will discuss it further today. Class of 2026 defensive end Daniel Jennings made a big move this week, reclassifying to 2025 and joining the team a year early. It's the second time in two years the team has added a player in this manner. We'll discuss Jennings's skills and what they mean for the program.

With Jennings on board, the team added 11 freshmen this week. We'll discuss the remaining bulk of the class by giving you the officially listed heights and weights for the incoming freshmen. Can any of them find a role on the roster this fall? We'll discuss the players who arrive at a position with an opportunity to see if their skills match the timeline.

Penn State News Update

Beyond the freshmen that joined the roster, Penn State officially added Trebor Pena and Amare Campbell, the two transfer portal commitments for the spring cycle. We'll discuss where the duo checked in at from a size perspective.

Finally, we'll run down the latest Penn State news and social media updates from the program.

BWI Mailbag

Next, we'll discuss your questions and thoughts on the BWI Mailbag. Subscribers to Blue White Illustrated submitted questions on Monday, which we're answering on the live shows throughout the week. Today, we'll be discussing the Penn State offense run-pass ratio and if the team has any elite pass rushers on the rise behind the duo of established veterans currently set to start for the defense.

Want to ask a question? You can put your thoughts in the live chat, or you can leave a comment on our podcast with a five-star review! We'll answer the best on the show.

Power Ranking the Penn State defense

Finally, we'll end the show by power ranking the Penn State defensive positions in our post-spring analysis. The team added talent in the transfer portal this spring, but the unit is changing defensive schemes under new coordinator Jim Knowles. We'll shine a light on which positions can dominate the defensive personality this fall based on the combination of talent and scheme.

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BWI Live: Penn State Updates Beaver Stadium Project | Elite 11 Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 20 May 2025 15:27:03 +0000

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The Penn State football team is in full offseason mode with the team working out mostly on its own for the summer. We're taking that time to review where the team stands heading into the upcoming season on today's BWI Live Show. We'll also discuss the latest updates from Penn State on the Beaver Stadium renovation project, with new details about how the stadium's west side will transform with the project. Finally, we'll answer your questions in the BWI Mailbag!

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Penn State updates renovation of Beaver Stadium

Penn State athletics revealed the latest renderings and updates on the Beaver Stadium revitalization project this week. We'll discuss how the new club levels will change seating patterns and impact fans' options in the future.

In light of the Penn State Men's Lacrosse team beating Notre Dame and advancing to the semifinals, reporter Nate Bauer compiled the list of sports that the program has achieved success in recently. He profiles the changes and advancements in the team's 31 sports under new athletic director Pat Kraft on today's show.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

It was a busy weekend for the Penn State recruiting department as well. The team hosted one of its most important official visit weekends of the year. Top defensive back targets Khary Adams, Joey O'Brien, and Dorian Barney all visited this weekend. What sort of impression did they leave on that trio? Recruiting reporter Sean Fitz discusses the feedback from this weekend during Fitz's Recruiting Update.

It was also the Elite 11 Regional in State College on Sunday. Fitz and the recruiting team were at the State College Area High School track facility to watch the event. We'll recap the performance from quarterbacks Peyton Falzone and Troy Huhn.

Lastly, we'll preview the latest RPM pick for a Penn State Class of 2026 target that Ryan Snyder put in on Tuesday morning.

Better or Worse and the BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll end the show discussing the team's progress from the 2024 season to now. Penn State is considered one of, if not the top program in College Football heading into 2025. After advancing to the final four last season, is the team better or worse than last year at each position? Today, we're wrapping up the offense by discussing the tight ends and offensive line.

We turn the final segment of the show over to you! Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to ask a question of the BWI Live crew. We'll answer select questions throughout the show and during the BWI Mailbag segment to end the show.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Official Visit and Elite 11 Preview | Lions Securing a Top Ten Class?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 15 May 2025 16:05:49 +0000

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Official visit season for Penn State football gets underway tomorrow in a big way. Several of the team's top targets will join the program for its last, best impression before many decide on their college destinations this summer. We're previewing the action this weekend on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, today at 10 a.m. on YouTube.

Join recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as they discuss the team's chances at securing the commitments that will ensure a top-ten class for the 2026 cycle. If you want to get more on recruiting than just an hour's worth of conversation and insight, join Blue White Illustrated right now! You can access the site for just one dollar for the first week to try us out.

Penn State recruiting news

We'll start with the latest recruiting news for the Penn State football team that doesn't include players visiting this weekend. Probable five-star defensive end Luke Wafle announced his top four schools and released his official visit schedule for the upcoming months. We'll discuss where Penn State sits on the list of final schools and when he'll visit Happy Valley.

Next, we'll flip to the other side of the football to discuss the offensive line. Penn State has built a strong culture under offensive line coach Phil Trautwein, who seems to have his pick of the class in 2026. Which players stand out, and is there a race to secure a spot in the class? We'll discuss what Snyder pieced together in his reporting.

Finally, we'll wrap up our discussion of Davion Brown's commitment to the program on Monday and discuss any other topics our experts think you need to know.

Official visit weekend

Of course, the main event this weekend begins on Friday. Top players like safety Joey O'Brien, cornerback Khary Adams, and linebacker Cincere Johnson will take their official visits this weekend. We'll look at each player's impact on the class, where they are on the big board for the program, and more.

Of couse we'll preview all of the players visiting this weekend.

Elite 11 Wraps up qualifiers for Finals in State College

Finally, we'll preview the Elite 11 qualifier coming to State College on Sunday. Penn State's quarterback commits, Troy Huhn and Peyton Falzone, will attend the event. We'll discuss what we expect and want to see from the duo this weekend.

However, the Elite 11 isn't just for quarterbacks. In years past, top commits like Luke Reynolds, Andrew Olesh, Layton Von Brandt, and Lyrick Samuel have attended the event's All-22 camp. We'll end the show by previewing that portion of the event.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Freestyle Season Recap, World Team Challenge Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 14 May 2025 21:00:00 +0000

The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated returns to get you ready for the U.S. World Team Trials tournament this weekend while also catching you up on the latest news about the Nittany Lions offseason.

Three Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members, Luke Lilledahl (57 kilograms), Mitchell Mesenbrink (74kg), and Kyle Snyder (97kg) have already qualified for Final X, which is the best-of-three matches event in June that sets the U.S. World team for this cycle. Snyder is still expected to compete at the event after he was arrested in a prostitution sting in Columbus. Lilledahl and Mesenbrink will definitely be there. The former knows he will face former Iowa star Spencer Lee in the 57kg finals. Mesenbrink and Snyder will learn their foes this weekend when the Team Trials challenge ends.

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BWI Live: Power Ranking the Penn State Offense Post-Spring Football

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 14 May 2025 15:21:33 +0000

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The Penn State Football team has completed spring football camp and the 2025 transfer portal window is closed. While the team could still add players already in the portal, it's less likely by the day that will happen. So, today on the BWI Live Show, we're re-ranking the Penn State offensive positions. We ranked the positions before spring football on the site and will now reveal which positions we think took the biggest steps in player acquisition and development over the last two months.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the show! Don't like the rankings? Give us your rundown in the live chat, and we'll read the best out while live.

Penn State Football News

It's a quiet time of the year for the program, with most of the focus shifting to recruiting. However, there has been news about former Penn State players trying to make it in the NFL this week. Two former Nittany Lion defensive linemen signed with teams in the last four days for tryouts or rookie practice spots. We'll discuss how Amin Vanover and Dvon J-Thomas can make a roster this spring.

We'll also briefly discuss the recruiting weekend. The Elite 11 wraps up its national tour in State College on Sunday. Blue White Illustrated will be at the event to watch two Penn State passers. The team has fielded at least one committed passer at the last three events in the shadow of Penn State's campus. We'll preview what we want to learn about Peyton Falzone and Troy Huhn this weekend.

Power Ranking the offense

Each year we track the team's progress in the offseason by ranking it's collective pieces on both sides of the ball pre and post spring football. This year, we're starting with the offense in our post-spring evaluation. Penn State added another wide receiver to the mix hours before the Blue-White Game when former Syracuse receiver Trebor Pena committed to the program. Was that enough to get the position out of the basement?

We'll discuss the team's roster, counting from five to one on the show. We'll also track how certain positions developed this spring, vaulting one team to a new number one on the offense while two critical positions merged even closer in the rankings.

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Better Or Worse? Examining the Penn State Skill Positions to See Who Improved from 2024

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 13 May 2025 15:49:53 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team picked up a commitment yesterday as part of the Class of 2026, days before the first full official visit weekend of the summer. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the impact of Davion Brown joining the program, plus we'll preview the upcoming season. We'll run through the roster and discuss if we think each position is better or worse than it was last season.

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Does Penn State look like other championship teams at this point in the season?

We've seen plenty of ways that other programs have won a national championship in college football. There's no one way to do it. Yet, there are some clues as to how other comparable programs have operated before they went on a championship run. Today, we'll see if Penn State stacks up to that with the recent speculation about the program. We'll review how many 2026 draft picks the team could put into the NFL in the top three rounds and how Penn State is building a strong consensus as the top team in college football.

Fitz's Recruiting Update: A surprise commitment

Penn State picked up a surprise commitment late Monday night when four-star wide receiver target Davion Brown committed to the program. Brown planned on visiting the team this coming weekend for an official visit, but pulled the trigger early and joined the team a few days ahead of his trip to HappY Valley.

Why?

Recruiting reporter Sean Fitz will discuss what he knows about the situation, and we'll give you an early impression of what Brown can provide Penn State in the Class of 2026.

We'll also discuss how the team has another wide receiver target visiting this weekend and what fans should know about the offensive line class this cycle from reporter Ryan Snyder.

Better or Worse?

Finally, we'll end the show discussing the Penn State roster. The team was one drive away from the College Football National Championship game this January. With most of the team's talent returning, we'll ask a simple question. Is each position better or worse than it was in 2024? Today, we'll review the skill positions on offense to see where we think the program stands heading into the upcoming football season.

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BWI Live: Decision Day Looming For A Top Penn State Target | Official Visit Previews

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 8 May 2025 16:05:10 +0000

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The Penn State football team secured a linebacker for 2025 earlier this week but the team's roster building efforts are never over. The program is switching into recruiting mode after the conclusion of spring football last week. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss the latest news, including Penn State's place in several final school cutdowns for top targets, an RPM for tomorrow, coaches on the road, and more!

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or check it out on replay wherever you get your podcasts. The best way to stay up to date on the latest conversations and breaking news is to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel and enable notifications.

Penn State recruiting news

We'll start off the show discussing Penn State's addition of Amare Campbell on Tuesday. Sean Fitz wrote a comprehensive breakdown of Campbell's journey from North Carolina to the Nittany Lions and why he was such a quick take for the team.

From there, we'll shift to the latest recruiting news. One of Penn State's top defensive targets, defensive lineman Alex Haskell, will make his college decision on Friday. Reporter Ryan Snyder has put in his pick for where he thinks Haskell will choose, which we'll discuss on today's show.

The team also made the final cutdown for several top targets in the 2026 cycle this week. We'll discuss those names and why the lists don't matter as much as another list Penn State needs to be on for those players.

Finally, we'll end this section of the show by discussing where coaches have visited during the month of May. It's a contact period for the staff, meaning they can go out and visit players across the country and continue the relationship-building efforts to secure talent for the next chapter. Where have they been so far? Snyder and Fitz will outline their stops.

Top contenders

Lastly, we'll end the show by looking at some of the team's top targets and discussing the recruiting battles that Penn State is facing to land those players. Who are the top contenders for players like Luke Wafle, Joey O'Brien, and Khary Adams? We'll preview some of the top official visits coming up this and next month in our Top Contenders segment to end the show. Join us to hear which schools pop up the most in Penn State's battle to land a top ten recruiting class for 2026.

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BWI Live: Penn State Lands TOP Linebacker In Transfer Portal | Who is a PSU Game Wrecker?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions under head coach James Franklin are going for it all this year. The team was on the doorstep of the 2024 College Football National Championship game a few months ago. Now the team is loading up at key positions in the transfer portal this spring. Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss the team's latest addition, former North Carolina linebacker Amare Campbell. We'll discuss the team's progress in the portal this spring, and its roster now that the team has addressed all of its public-facing needs after spring football.

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Penn State lands Campbell in the portal

Penn State head coach James Franklin made it obvious that his team was looking for help in the portal after the Blue-White Game at the end of April.

"As you guys know, we're not a big portal team, but you know, we're going to have to address some issues. So if there is a linebacker out there that wants to come and be a part of our program and play for LBU, the most historic linebacker program in the history of college football, there's an opportunity here to join the room and compete," he said.

Less than a day later, the team set up visits from the top two linebackers in the transfer portal. On Tuesday, Campbell committed to the program shortly after his visit. Today, we'll discuss how he performed at North Carolina, his fit with Penn State, and his addition to the team's outlook for the upcoming season.

Finally, we'll look at the complete portal picture, including transfers out of the program this offseason.

Penn State game wreckers

The team has made it clear that it won't settle until it feels like its weaknesses are addressed, but what about its strengths? How many "game wreckers" does Penn State have on its roster? We're bringing this discussion from the BWI Message board to the show. We'll discuss how many bona fide threats the team has on offense and defense, and discuss which players could make that leap this year.

Sunday "film' Study

Finally, we'll wrap up with a final look back at the Blue-White Game. What did we learn about the team's plans for the upcoming season? We'll discuss the biggest schematic clues that the team showed during the game.

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BWI Live: Penn State gets ANOTHER Vote for Top Team In 2025 | Transfer Portal Update

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are in full offseason mode now that spring football has concluded. However, that doesn't mean that the news has completely stopped. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the team's efforts to find players in the transfer portal, including hosting a target today, the team's latest efforts to raise money for NIL, and recruiting news.

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Penn State has a new initiative to raise money for scholarships

On Monday, Penn State unveiled a new initiative to raise money for the program. Reporter Nate Bauer detailed the new initiative, which includes putting your name on the seats in the Lasch Building auditorium.

New to the program, the Nittany Lions’ football excellence fund is opening the opportunity to fans this summer to put their names on the chairbacks of the team auditorium at the Lasch Building. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.

BWI Live: Penn State Blue-White Game Recap | Will Team Add MORE Talent In The Portal?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team completed spring camp this past weekend with the annual Blue-White Game at Beaver Stadium. While practice is over, the team's preparations for pursuing a College Football National Championship is nowhere near complete. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll recap the Blue-White Game, discuss the latest portal activity with the team, and more!

Join the show live at 10 am to discuss your thoughts about spring football, the portal, the game and more! We'll be taking questions from the live chat and discussing your comments throughout the show! Be sure to catch us live every Tuesday through Thursday at 10 a.m. on YouTube by subscribing to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enabling notifications.

Blue-White Game Recap

Before we dive into the Blue-White game recap, we'll also take a moment to discuss the Penn State football players who were drafted or found a home in the 2025 NFL Draft this weekend. The team sent five players to the NFL via the draft over the three-day weekend and many more found homes as undrafted free agents.

Next, we'll dive into our thoughts on the Blue-White Game. We did our instant analysis on Saturday after the game, but we'll dig deeper into our notebooks to give a more comprehensive conversation about the game and our thoughts about Penn State's progress through spring football. Reporters Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz were on hand to see the game, and we'll relate our experience to fans who didn't get a chance to see the game.

Also, we've been running a contest for new subscribers to the YouTube channel over the last month. Today, we're revealing the five winners who will get a subscription to the site for signing up during the last 30 days.

Transfer portal recap

Hours before the Blue-White Game, Penn State football got a shot in the arm of positive news. Syracuse wide receiver Trebor Pena committed to the program after skipping a visit with Miami. The team addressed a major need in the portal with one of the best players available. We'll discuss how he fits into the lineup and what his presence means for the team's passing attack.

Next, we'll discuss Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments from Saturday about the team's need for a linebacker in the portal. We'll recap the news from Sunday that the staff is aggressively pursuing options in the portal, which is now closed.

Finally, we'll recap the latest recruiting news, including a weekend commitment and recruits visiting campus for the Blue-White Game.

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BWI Live: Penn State Practice Recap and Blue-White Recruiting Preview

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It's an incredibly busy end to Penn State Spring football calendar. Not only does the 2025 NFL Draft kick off tonight in Green Bay, but the team concluded its final open media session on Wednesday night. With the Blue-White Game this weekend, the team's visibility on the college football and national radar is high. We're covering all of that today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the team's progress as they exit camp, the Draft, and of course, recruiting. The team hosted players yesterday and will host more over the next few days, culminating in the Blue-White Game on Saturday. We'll cover the names you need to know who are visiting the program this weekend.

NCAA Lawsuit conclusion held up by roster limits

We'll start with possibly the most impactful news on the program's upcoming season, which has nothing to do with the team. The House v. NCAA case settlement has hit a major roadblock with judge Claudia Wilken refusing to accept a hard cutoff of walk-on players this year and instead grandfathering players into a gradual limitation of the roster limits over the next several seasons.

We'll discuss what that means for the Penn State roster and the players fighting for a spot on the team this spring and summer.

Next, we'll discuss the team's NFL Draft prospects who will go in the first round of the Draft tonight. We'll take a recruiting angle on the conversation, discussing the value of having two first-round picks: Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren.

Penn State practice recap

Of course, the team held open practice last night, so we'll recap what we saw and heard on Wednesday night. What did Penn State head coach James Franklin say about the format for the game? We'll review that, show you highlights from practice, and more!

Penn State recruiting visits and conversations

The team will hold four practices this week, including the Blue-White Game on Saturday. How has the team done at getting prospects on campus? It's the final push before the May evaluation period leading into official visits at the end of the month. Can the team push a few more commitments across the line this weekend?

Recruiting reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder will discuss the upcoming names for the Blue-White Game, plus detail conversations they've had over the last week with recruits, parents, and coaches.

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BWI Live: Penn State Maximizing FINAL Week of Spring Football

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:41:08 +0000

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The Penn State football team has just three practices left in the 2025 spring football camp. Today, we'll preview tonight's open practice on the BWI Live Show. With the transfer portal window open, recruits coming to campus, and players fighting for roster spots, we're breaking it all down for Penn State fans to understand.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube so you don't miss any conversations about the team's progress through spring football. We'll also take your questions on the show in the BWI Mailbag. Join the live chat and ask a question to hear it answered live!

We're also in the final week of our giveaway for five free subscriptions to Blue White Illustrated. Subscribe to the YouTube Channel right now, and you're automatically entered to win. We'll announce our winners live on the show Tuesday, April 29.

Penn State transfer portal updates and practice preview

Things have gone relatively quiet on the transfer portal side of recruiting since Trebor Pena visited the program last weekend. Still, there are some news updates, including new homes for several outgoing Penn State football players. Where did Ta'Mere Robinson land after leaving the program last week? We'll give you the latest.

Next, we'll discuss the critical facts we'll try to gather at Penn State's final open practice of the spring period before the Blue-White Game. Which players need to have a strong final week to gain momentum into the summer portion of roster battles? We'll discuss what we're going to focus on this week.

Head coach James Franklin gave an update during the Penn State Coach's Show last night about how the Blue-White Game will work. Join the show to hear more about what that means for fans and what they will see this weekend.

NFL Draft Preview and BWI Mailbag

The NFL Draft kicks off tomorrow night and Penn State football will have two players selected in the first round. We'll discuss where Tyler Warren and Abdul Carter can land in the draft. Plus, we'll discuss where the rest of the team's talent will fall during the three-day event.

Finally, we turn the show over to you! Join the BWI Mailbag by asking questions in the live chat. We'll also feature questions from the message board and Apple Podcasts. It's the last week of spring football! Get ready for the big weekend by joining the BWI Live Show!

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Blue-White Game Preview: What to expect During Penn State Spring Game

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:49:07 +0000

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It's game week for the first time since January for Penn State football. For the only time until the 2025 season, Penn State suits up to play for fans in the annual Blue-White Game on Saturday. Join the BWI Live Show as we discuss the final week of practice, the latest transfer portal news, and more! Veteran reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer sit down for an hour to talk about the latest football and recruiting news with you!

Join the show live on YouTube at 10 a.m. to ask the staff your football questions or to give your thoughts on the team. It's also the last week of our contest to win a free subscription to Blue White Illustrated. Join our YouTube Channel for free between now and the Blue-White Game, and you're automatically entered to win a year's worth of access to the site. We'll pick five winners and announce them on the BWI Live Show on Tuesday April 29.

Penn State portal update

Penn State football moved quickly last week, hosting one of the top wide receiver options in the portal on Friday. Former Syracuse wide receiver Trebor Pena joined the program to meet the staff and see how he'd fit with the Lions as one of his first stops in his portal free agency. We'll discuss what we've learned about Pena, his skills, and how he fits into the program.

From there, we'll zoom out and discuss what we've seen in the portal while discussing Penn State's chances of hosting or landing more prospects before the window closes on April 26.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

Penn State was also busy recruiting at the end of last week. Three-star safety Darrell Carey committed to the program. We'll discuss his fit, Fitz's impressions of the prospect, and how he works into the program's overall strategy for 2025.

Of course, the team has two safeties committed and a third athlete who could play the position already. How does that affect Joey O'Brien's place on the roster? Fitz will discuss the news from his visit, which took place on Thursday and Friday.

Finally, we'll review the rest of the important names and faces of those who showed up last weekend or on Monday.

Blue-White Game Preview

Finally, we'll dedicate the rest of the show to previewing the Blue-White Game. From the weather forecast to the players we're watching, we'll break down the most important aspects of this weekend for you. Which players and position battles are at the top of our watch list? We'll discuss.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. to get the lowdown on everything Blue-White week!

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US Open Preview: Penn State Wrestlers Set To Compete On National Stage

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Wrestling team won a national championship less than a month ago but the team's current, former and future wrestlers are already on to the next challenge. On the Penn State Wrestling Show, we preview the US Open, the U20 and U17 Opens. We'll also recap the Class of 2025 recruiting rankings.

Penn State ties at the senior level

Current Nittany Lions are entered in both the U20 (also referred to as the junior division) and the Senior divisions. Starting with a look at the entries for the latter tournament, which helps set the team that competes at the Olympic level, Luke Lilledahl is one of the favorites at 57 kilograms (125.6 pounds). The same can be said for defending NCAA champ Mitchell Mesenbrink at 74 kilograms (163.1). Newcomer Rocco Welsh is the 86 kilogram (189.5 pounds) field. And, Class of 2025 signee Marcus Blaze is in the senior level tournament at 61 kilograms (134.4 pounds).

Penn State alum Beau Bartlett is in the senior tournament at 63 kilograms (143.4 pounds) and could see familiar foe Jesse Mendez of Ohio State in that weight class' final. Other Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members competing in that division include Kyle Dake, who is bumping up two weight classes to 86 kilograms (189.5 pounds), and Kyle Snyder (97 kg/213.8 pounds). And, former Penn State wrestlers Nico Megaludis and Terrell Barraclough will compete at 61 and 74 kilograms, respectively.

Nittany Lion ties in the U20 tournament

A large batch of young Penn State wrestlers will compete in the U20 tournament. The list includes Cole and Connor Mirasola at 92 and 125 kilograms, respectively, Brock Weiss at 70 kilograms, Joe Sealey at 74 kilograms, Nate Demsond at 61 kilograms, Dalton Perry at 65 kilograms, PJ Duke at 70 kilograms, and William Henckel at 79 kilograms.

One Class of 2026 commit is also in the U20 field. Johnstown Bishop McCort PIAA placer Sam Herring is in the 61 kilograms field.

James set for U17 action

Last but not least on the list of Penn State competitors at the U.S. Open is new Class of 2026 commit Jayden James. He is in the 71 kilogram bracket

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BWI Live: Penn State Setting Up Important Final Weekend Before Blue-White Game

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team heads into the final week of spring football on Saturday. That means the team is in the final week of spring football recruiting as well. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today to hear which players are joining the team for practice this weekend. Reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the team's visitors, the importance of the prospects this coming weekend, and more!

The BWI Live Show airs Tuesday through Thursday at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Join the show live to ask Fitz and Snyder questions or give your thoughts on the recruits the team is assembling in the Class of 2026. The best way to know when we go live is to subscribe to our YouTube Channel and enable notifications. That way, you'll receive alerts for when we go live and post breaking news and commitment videos.

More Penn State Portal Updates

Of course, the biggest Penn State football news this week is about the spring transfer portal window. Three additional players entered the portal on Wednesday afternoon. Linebackers Ta'Mere Robinson and Beckham Dee, plus cornerback Jon Mitchell, will no longer be part of the program. Snyder and Fitz will discuss what they know of the situation and describe the impact of the losses.

If you haven't checked it out yet, we have a transfer portal HQ at Blue White Illustrated, bringing all the intel and updates you need about the team's portal activity into one place.

Upcoming weekend packs a punch

The upcoming recruiting visitors for Penn State football might be one of the better lists of the spring. Snyder will discuss the important names he's gathered this week about who is joining the program to watch practice. We'll preview the importance of these late spring visits now that most teams are done with spring football. Can the team make some big moves with the Blue-White Game on the horizon?

Top cornerback target Khary Adams is no longer visiting USC for an official visit this summer. Does that increase Penn State's chances of landing one of its top cornerback targets on the board? We'll discuss the latest movement in the recruiting world outside of Penn State.

Finally, our recruiting experts will discuss their conversations with prospects who've recently visited Penn State. Snyder spoke with both quarteback passing coach Brad Maendler and Tom Falzone, father of new PSU QB Commit Peyton Falzone. What has he learned about the latest Nittany Lion? He'll highlight what led to Falzone's decision to join the program.

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BWI Live: Penn State Practice Open Update #4 | Portal Discussion Intensifies

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The Penn State Football team held open practice on Tuesday evening for the fourth week of spring football. The event was just hours before the spring transfer portal opened and discussions were tense around the topic with head coach James Franklin after practice. On today's BWI Live show, we're discussing what we saw and heard during the open portion of practice and our conversations afterward.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the latest news from the program and ask questions of the show! Be sure to subscribe to the Blue-White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications so you don't miss any breaking news, discussions, or live shows on the channel. If you do, you'll be entered to win a free subscription to the site. We're picking five winners from fans who subscribe between now and the Blue White game to win a year's worth of access to BWI!

Penn State practice Update and Transfer portal primer

The transfer portal is officially open for college football players to enter their names and teams to begin contacting them about joining their squads for the upcoming season. We'll give you the latest on what we know about Penn State's situation and the strain it puts on the program with the potential roster limit rules in the future.

Next, we'll discuss what we saw and heard at practice last night. Reporter Greg Pickel will discuss his conversation with defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and get his thoughts about what open practice looked like on Tuesday evening.

The event featured more competitive portions of practice than normal, which we chronicled last night for members of Blue White Illustrated.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll discuss what Franklin had to say when he spoke for roughly ten minutes with reporters after practice. What sort of comments did he have about the transfer portal, and what did he leave unsaid? We'll break it down in our weekly segment "Between the Lines."

Today, we'll discuss the portal, Franklin's thoughts on the Penn State offense evolving in year two, plus a long-awaited update on offensive lineman Alex Birchmeier.

BWI Mailbag and Vibes Check

Finally, we'll end the show with a familiar segment plus a brand-new one. We'll open the BWI Mailbag for our weekly discussion with Penn State fans about the team and then we'll do a Vibes Check on the program by discussing various topics. We're not giving you hard news; we're discussing our opinion about different aspects of the team and our impression of how things are going. Join the show to find out!

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BWI Live: Penn State Spring Football Second Half Preview | Camp and Transfer Portal Collide

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team enters the back half of the Spring Camp football calendar this week. Only two more weeks of practice remain before the team gears up for the Blue-White Game on April 26. Join the BWI Live Football show today at 10 a.m. to hear the latest on what you need to know regarding the Nittany Lions. Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer join the show to discuss football, recruiting and your questions!

Join the show live to interact with us in the live chat function. You can also ask a question for the BWI Mailbag, which ends the show. The best way to never miss an episode is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. If you do that between now and the Blue-White Game, you'll be automatically entered to win a yearly subscription to the site! You can enjoy premium content and information just for support the YouTube channel!

Penn State spring portal news

Of course, the news from the end of last week, which became official on Monday, surrounds the spring transfer portal. Guard JB Nelson officially put his name in the transfer portal on Monday as part of the spring rush. We'll discuss how his absence affects the battle for the left guard position and how big of a loss he is for the team.

We'll also discuss how the unregulated spring portal in the lead-up to the House Settlement could change the landscape of college football in its wake. How will Penn State navigate one of the craziest and most ruthless portal markets?

Fitz's Recruiting Update

It was another good weekend for Penn State recruiting. Four-star quarterback Peyton Falzone committed to the program late on Saturday, bringing the total commits for 2026 up to ten. Falzone is also the second quarterback in the class. How do all of those dynamics work out for the program heading into the Blue-White Game in two weekends? Fitz will recap what he learned this weekend and what important names have bubbled up in recent weeks.

Penn State practice preview and BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll the final open practice of spring football before the Blue-White Game. What are our experts looking for on Tuesday evening as part of our weekly view of practice? We'll discuss what we're looking for and what important factors are at play this week.

Finally, we'll open the show to you! Want to ask about something we haven't covered so far? Ask your questions by posting them in the live chat during the show. We'll either answer them throughout our hour-long conversation, or in the BWI Mailbag to end the show!

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BWI Live: Penn State Recruiting Laying the Groundwork for a Strong Summer?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is halfway through Spring football, meaning the recruiting staff is also halfway through its spring recruiting visits. How has the team done at getting elite talent in town to see, practice, and experience the program? We're discussing the latest recruiting intel with Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz on the BWI Live Recruiting Show!

Join us live on YouTube at 10 a.m. to ask questions and hear the latest information on the team's progress through spring football. As always, the best way to know when we're going live or breaking news is to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel. You may also get something more than just great information out of it! We're picking five people who subscribe between now and the Blue-White Game to earn a year's subscription to premium content here on the site.

Penn State practice recap and portal preview

The Penn State coaching staff must balance the information they've gained through three weeks of camp while keeping an eye on the transfer portal next week. What should fans expect of that situation? We'll preview the coming weekend and the flood of names that will likely enter the portal in the next four to five days. Snyder and Fitz will give their thoughts on how the team balances finding more talent while not driving its current players to look for new opportunities.

We had our latest open practice session on Tuesday. Fitz was with the media inside Holuba Hall to view the team. He'll give us his thoughts on what he saw.

Elite prospects check out Penn State

Snyder caught up with the father of five-star pass rusher Luke Wafle, who is one of the team's top targets in the Class of 2026. Wafle is also the father of a current Nittany Lion, Michigan transfer Owen Wafle. What did Snyder learn from the conversation? We'll discuss that on today's show to kick off the review of the latest recruits who visited campus since our last show a week ago.

From there, we'll review the important names of those who checked out practice this past weekend and on Tuesday evening. Is Penn State setting up for a strong run in the late spring and summer official visit season? We'll get the expert's opinions on that and more!

Upcoming visitors

Of course, there are plenty more names to know in recruiting! Penn State hosts more players at practice on Thursday night and this coming weekend. Fitz and Snyder will discuss the names we know and what they mean for the team's efforts rounding into the final weeks of Spring football.

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BWI Live: Penn State Open Practice #3 Recap | Allen, Singleton Ready for Jump to ELITE Status?

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Penn State football is seven practices through its spring football calendar, which means we're at the halfway point of the camp schedule. On today's show we'll recap open practice from Tuesday night, discuss what we heard from head coach James Franklin and disucss the meaningful milestones of storylines for the spring.

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Penn State practice recap

The team was once again inside Holuba Hall for practice on Tuesday night. We'll recap what we saw up close and perosnal on the north sidelines of the building and what aspects of practice stood out in the third week of camp.

We'll highlight the running backs, wide receivers and the way practice changed from the previous two open practices that the media saw to begin the season.

Three thoughts from Penn State spring camp's halfway point

Of course, none of this happens in a vacuum and we have now seen enough of camp to draw some conclusions from the events. Greg Pickel joins the show to give his three thoughts at the halfway point of spring practice. What are the most interesting observations that have been evident for all three open practices? We'll each count down the top three things we've noticed.

Those observations are based partly on what Penn State head coach James Franklin tells reporters after each practice. We'll recap his latest press conference on Between the Lines. THis week we'll review his comments about the running back position, the defensive tackle battle and the backup quarterback battle in spring camp.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll turn the show over to you, the fans! What do you want to know that we haven't addressed on the show? Join the live chat to ask questions in the BWI Mailbag, which ends the show. We're taking questions from fans who attend the live show and from the Blue White Illustrated message board to get a sense of what you're curious about this week.

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BWI Live: Penn State Spring Football Week Three Preview | Portal Retention Underway?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions enter week three of the Spring football calendar with several important off-field developments ramping up. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the latest in Penn State football and recruiting news, plus highlight what we know of the House settlement case. Reporters Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz will sit down for an hour to discuss those topics, plus Penn State's efforts in the spring portal window and more! Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to interact with the show and ask your questions about what's hot with Penn State football!

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Penn State news and notes

Penn State has held two practices since our last football show, so we'll recap the news and notes from the last week to catch fans up on what's going on with the team. We'll discuss Devonte Ross's ascendance to a special teams role and discuss what we are interested in learning at practice on Tuesday evening.

Penn State's collective, Happy Valley United, recently launched its "Retain the Roar" campaign to help drive up NIL donations surrounding the spring transfer portal. We'll discuss the second year of the program's implementation and the importance of the effort.

Fitz's recruiting update

The program is also deep into its spring recruiting efforts. Fitz will discuss the latest that BWI has learned about the recruiting efforts from last week and the ones coming up tonight at Penn State practice. We'll discuss which players are trending in the right direction for offers, official visits, or potential commitments.

House Case Unresolved after first day

Penn State and the rest of the college football world await the final resolution and fallout from the House Settlement case, which started its final verdict on Monday. Bauer will discuss what he learned from the first day's deliberation and how those initial comments shape his perception of college football's immediate and long-term future. We'll discuss those implications for Penn State.

Finally, we'll end the show digging deeper into our discussion about the Penn State wide receiver room from last week. Receivers coach Marques Hagans and head coach James Franklin spoke about the position with reporters last week. Has the program changed its tone about development and the timeline for players to contribute? Join the show live to join the discussion.

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BWI Live: Penn State Spring Recruiting Heads into Week Two

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The Penn State football team is now a third of the way through spring football, with the team's fifth practice on the way Thursday. With that, the team is deep into its spring recruiting push, getting dozens of players on campus to see the team. Recruiting and football reporter Sean Fitz discusses what he's seen and heard about both topics on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

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Penn State practice recap

Yesterday we recapped our perspectives on Penn State's open practice from Tuesday night. Today, we're getting Fitz's perspective on what the team did in front of the media. He'll recap the events and discuss what meaningful things he's learned this week about the program.

Penn State recruiting wins

Penn State commit and potential five-star receiver Khalil Taylor discussed his decision to join the program with reporter Ryan Snyder earlier this week. While Snyder is off today, we're discussing his conversation with Taylor and relaying some of the highlights from his conversation with the 2027 pass catcher.

We'll also discuss the team's out of region prospects. Penn State primarily relies on strong recruiting within its geographical footprint but can occasionally snag players from other states. There's a growing list of names that Fitz and Snyder have collected from players interested in the program beyond the borders of Penn State country. How big of a factor can or will they play in this recruiting class? We'll ask Fitz what he can glean at this stage in the recruiting process.

Spring visits and upcoming visitors

Finally, we'll discuss the players who visited the program last week and stand out on the list of names that BWI has collected. Fitz will highlight players he thinks are interesting or meaningful to the story of spring recruiting.

Lastly, we'll discuss players who are joining the program on Thursday afternoon or the upcoming weekend. Join the show at 10 a.m. to find out which players are visiting Happy Valley during this critical stage of the recruiting process.

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Wrestling Show: Is Penn State Wrestling Building New Championship Core? | Roster Update

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The Penn State Wrestling team barely let the dust settle on its latest national championship before starting to build the core for its next. On today's BWI Wrestling Show, we discuss the latest recruiting wins, transfer portal additions and more.

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BWI Live: Penn State Embracing Competition | Open Practice #2 Review

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team opened practice to the media on Tuesday evening for the fourth day of work in the 15-week camp. It was another extended view of the events for Blue White Illustrated and the rest of the Penn State beat. Today, reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to discuss what he saw and heard at practice.

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Penn State practice observations

We'll start right off the top of the show by discussing what we saw in the extended view of practice on Tuesday evening. The team went through positional drills, running games, passing games, and teamwork during the roughly 30 minutes of open viewing. Pickel spent time with both the offense and defense and will give his thoughts about the team's progress.

We'll also dive into the competitive one-on-one periods we saw during camp. Penn State did three separate drills during the open window, including one-on-one passing drills for defensive backs and receivers, blocking drills for those same groups, and running game drills between the offensive and defensive fronts. We'll describe who stood out and who made plays during the nearly live action drills.

Between the Lines

We'll also have an extended session of Between The Lines, our press conference recap feature where we fill in the gaps of what coaches are saying during media interviews. This week we'll feature both head coach James Franklin and wide receiver's coach Marques Hagans. It was a remarkably frank conversation with Hagans, who did not hold back on what he wants from his receivers in 2025.

We'll also be taking your questions live during the show! Want to ask our experts about what we've seen or what we're thinking after two open periods? Join the show live and drop your thoughts into the live chat!

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BWI Live: Recapping The First Week of Penn State Spring Football

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It's been a busy week for the Penn State football team since the Nittany Lions opened spring practice a week ago. We're recapping what we've learned and what we still want to learn about the team on today's BWI Live Show. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss how the offense and defense have performed through the first week, what we learned from head coach James Franklin's appearance on On3's Andy and Ari Show this morning, and more! Recruiting reporter Sean Fitz will also discuss the team's recruiting wins this weekend in his weekly recruiting update.

Join the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel right now so you don't miss any of our spring practice coverage. Penn State head coach James Franklin will speak with the local media after practice tonight, and we'll have his comments moments after he's done speaking. You'll get updates on when we post those videos by enabling notifications. Also, if you haven't subscribed yet, join the channel between now and Blue-White Weekend. We'll be picking five new members to win a subscription to the site to enjoy premium access and content!

Penn State football and recruiting news

As part of his spring media tour, Franklin appeared on The Andy and Ari Show Tuesday morning to discuss various topics. We'll highlight three of the most interesting and revealing comments he made during his roughly 30-minute conversation with On3's flagship show.

We'll also discuss the team's latest recruiting news on Fitz's recruiting update. The team secured a major recruit this weekend at a critical position. Join the show to learn which player committed to the program that could change the team's fortunes at his position. Of course, the good news came in threes, with Messiah Mickens and Kemon Spell both reaffirming their commitment to the program after a weekend visit. Fitz will give his thoughts on how all of that played out on Saturday.

First week of spring practice

However, the most critical aspect of the past week was the team's performance through the first week of spring practice. Fitz has gotten feedback on the team's efforts and shares some of what he's learned on today's show. Check that out to learn the inside scoop on the team's progress.

Finally, we'll end the show by discussing your thoughts and questions about Penn State Football. The BWI Mailbag closes out the show with questions submitted to us through the Lions Den Message Forum.

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BWI Live: Penn State Spring Visits Heating Up

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:27:09 +0000

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Penn State football is in full swing so that means Penn State recruiting is also ramping up. The program has had several visitors at practice and one campus this week and will host even more on Thursday. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show to discuss the team's efforts this spring to land a top-ten recruiting class. Reporters Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder sit down for an hour to talk about the names you need to know that will shape the upcoming months for the program.

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Penn State news and notes

We'll start with the latest news from Penn State football. One key assistant wasn't at practice on Tuesday, and the program confirmed that assistant offensive line coach Frank Leonard is no longer with the Nittany Lions. Our reporters will discuss the news and what the change means for offensive line coach Phil Trautwein and the offense moving forward.

We'll also discuss Fitz's recent string of articles on the site about the team's depth chart to start camp and Snyder's cataloging of recruits coming to campus.

Recruiting news and notes

We covered 2026 athlete David Davis's commitment earlier in the week on the BWI YouTube channel but we'll follow up with a longer discussion on today's show. Snyder spoke with On3 recruiting director Charles Power about what he's seen from Davis on film and what made him a take for Penn State. We'll also review the inital 2027 recruiting rankings and what important facets and facts our reporters took away from the first salvo of rankings.

Lastly, we'll discuss some Penn State-related news, including one of the team's top defenisve end targets scheduling official visits to rival schools this summer.

Spring visit list

Finally, we'll discuss the visitors who have come to Penn State recently and their feedback about the program. Our reporters will discuss the importance of players like five-star defensive end Carter Meadows, and the ability to get more elite players on campus in the coming days. Join the show to learn more about which 2026 and 2027 prospects will be coming to campus to see practice today and in the coming weeks.

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BWI Live: Penn State Practice Recap | Assessing The New Wide Receiver Room

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The Penn State football team kicked off spring practice for 2025 on Tuesday with a full day of coverage. The day started out with head coach James Franklin meeting with the media at noon to discuss the upcoming 15 practices for roughly 40 minutes. Next, the team gave the media an extended view into practice, including a one-on-one period. We're discussing all of that on the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube.

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Penn State practice recap and news

We'll start the day by discussing the latest reports that teams are looking to shake up spring football an the way things are done. There was a report yesterday that Penn State was tentatively interested in doing a joint practice with Temple. We'll discuss the pros and cons of that idea.

Next, we'll dive into open practice and review the things we saw and heard from the offense and defense during the open period on Tuesday evening. Reporter Greg Pickel was at the event and will give his thoughts on both sides of the ball.

We'll also discuss the new-look receiver room and which players stood out during the first day of practice.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll rewind the clock to earlier on Tuesday and discuss Franklin's comments to the media about a variety of topics. You can catch the full press conference on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, but we'll pick a handful of topics and discuss them in detail with fans in the Live chat.

Some of those topics include the plan to replace former Penn State starting linebacker Kobe King, the nickel position battle, and how things will change with the Blue-White Game this year.

We'll also discuss the opportunity to rebalance the passing attack now that the team has reset the main players who left this offseason, including Tyler Warren, Omari Evans, and Trey Wallace.

BWI Mailbag

Of course, we can't cover all the practice and press conference topics, so we're leaving the final word to you! Join the show to ask a question in the BWI Mailbag in the show's final segment!

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Wrestling Show: The Rich Gets Richer? Ono Commits to Penn State | National Championship Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:12:37 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Wrestling team is once again the NCAA National Champions. On today's show, Reporter Greg Pickel recaps the tournament, Penn State's big win in the transfer portal by picking up Japanese wrestling sensation, Masanosuke Ono, and the latest portal movements out of the program. Join the show today to recap the tournament win for the Nittany Lions!

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Top Five Most Interesting Penn State Spring Position Battles

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:02:46 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team will begin spring practice tomorrow, Tuesday, March 24. We're giving you one last preview of the upcoming camp with our top five position battles for spring football. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the players and positions that will battle for an early lead on positions, roles, and playing time for the coming season.

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Top Five most interesting Spring battles

We'll start the show with the top five spring battles that start this week. Instead of throwing out a general position, we'll try to be as specific as possible with our positions and players and how they all apply to the offensive or defensive scheme.

Of course, this list isn't about the most important or biggest battles this spring. We're discussing the most interesting battles. We'll explain why they're intriguing and what they mean for our understanding of the team's 2025 scheme and roster.

Of course, feel free to join the show and discuss the position battle you think is most interesting this spring if we don't bring it up on the show! Drop your thoughts in the live chat throughout the show to discuss your thoughts with our experts!

Penn State Pro Day Preview

It's an big week for Penn State football. Not only does the program start spring football, but it hosts one of the most anticipated Pro Days in some time. Star pass rusher and potential number one overall pick Abdul Carter did not participate at the NFL Combine in February because of his playoff injury and is expected to participate in Friday's event.

Beyond Carter, both Tyler Warren and KJ Winston, the team's top three prospects, didn't participate at the Combine for similar reasons. Who will go? Who will wow scouts? We're previewing the event today, focusing on those three players.

Of course, they aren't the only players participating this week. We'll highlight three players with NFL potential who could move up draft boards with a strong day.

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Penn State Spring Recruiting Primer

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:29:42 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions don't start spring practice until next week, but spring visits are already in full swing around college football. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're previewing the players who plan to visit Happy Valley in the coming weeks.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay on the channel embedded in this article or anywhere you get your podcasts. The best way to know when news breaks this spring is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications.

Penn State news and notes

We'll start today's show by discussing the latest Penn State news, including portal movement for a former Nittany Lion. Former defensive lineman Smith Vilbert announced that he's transferring to North Carolina to play for Bill Belichick. We'll put a bow on the story of Vilbert's surprise move to the portal and what it means for the team's defensive line depth.

It's also a good time to review the spring transfer portal window timeline and what the team faces by practicing during the open period for players to put their names in for a transfer. How does Penn State take advantage of the opportunity to add players while not losing any to the chaos?

Finally, we'll review the news from last week when the show was off for spring break. Four-star safety Kaden Gebhardt made a surprise decision to pick Clemson over Penn State after a spring visit down South. How big of a blow is that for the Nittany Lions? We'll discuss the fallout.

Spring visit calendar

Speaking of spring visits, today's main topic concerns the players visiting campus over the next few weeks. Reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will share some critical players who are visiting Penn State at the end of March and throughout April. We'll also discuss the main storylines coming up for the team's recruiting efforts in the next few weeks. Join the show today to find out which of your favorite prospects make the list!

Also, which key players don't have a visit to Penn State on the books? Should fans worry about the top prospects not setting a date with the program? We'll discuss. If you want up-to-date recruiting information from the leader in Penn State football, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated! Join right now for a dollar and get access for a week to try us out!

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Penn State Wrestling NCAA Championship Run: Preview and Predictions

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 21:00:00 +0000

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Penn State has all top-four seeds in the five heaviest weight classes at the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships. On Tuesday, we previewed each weight class from 125 to 157 pounds and looked at the one big question facing each Nittany Lion in those brackets (click here to read it). Today, we're moving on to 165 to 285 pounds. And, Thursday, we will have full predictions before the action begins at Noon ET on ESPNU from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.

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Ranking the Penn State Offense By Position Before Spring Football

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:05:59 +0000

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The Penn State football team briefly paused for spring break, but is back in action this week, preparing for the 2025 spring football season. Today, we're reviewing the latest winter workout winners and ranking the Penn State offense by position heading into spring camp. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay anytime on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

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Penn State Athletic Director up for award

Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft has been a busy man. He's helped push through the long-awaited renovation of Beaver Stadium, secured naming rights for the building, found donors for the project, and enacted other building projects for other sports simultaneously. With the football team reaching the final four last year, he's up for the Athletic Director of the Year award from the Sports Business Journal. We'll discuss Kraft's impact on the program since his hiring.

Next, we'll shift to the team's latest winter workout winners. Penn State broke for spring break last week but is back to finish up winter conditioning before starting spring football next week. Reporter Greg Pickel reviews the latest winners for the award and will point out any standouts or repeat winners from the group.

Penn State offensive positions ranked

Last week, we ranked the Penn State offense by position from five to one, and today, we'll discuss those rankings and take feedback from the chat! Join us during the Live show to give us your rankings and discuss what you think of our list. We'll discuss why the offensive line isn't ranked higher, what factors led the tight ends to take a step back, and more.

Lastly, we'll finish up answering questions from the BWI Mailbag. We didn't get to the entire conversation with fans who submitted questions on the BWI Message board, so we'll answer those to end the show.

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BWI Live: Which Penn State Players Will We Learn The Most About This Spring?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 16:53:07 +0000

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The Penn State football team will start spring football in exactly one week. So, today on the BWI Live Show, we're discussing our ongoing preview of spring camp, the latest football news, and taking your questions on the BWI Mailbag. Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay embedded below. Of course, the best way to see all of our shows live is to subscribe to the channel and enable notifications.

Penn State spring football preview

Penn State reporter Nate Bauer has been previewing the team over the last few weeks with his Spring Outlook series. He's resetting each position and discussing the starters, depth and positional imperatives for spring. The latest installment looked at the quarterback position. We'll discuss what he found by digging through quotes from the staff and looking at the roster to start the show.

Next, we'll discuss the latest national news with running back Nick Singleton and head coach James Franklin featured prominently on the cover of College Football '26. What does the positive PR do for the program's national identity? We'll discuss the subtleties of being included in cultural pillars like the game.

Which Players we'll learn the most about

Penn State already made it known that the team will rest veterans during spring football when Franklin spoke about a modified spring schedule this winter. With injured players recovering in the early part of the year and several open spots vacated by veterans leaving for the NFL, there's plenty of places we can learn more about young players over the next month.

We will each pick a player on offense and defense that we think we'll learn more about this spring than we previously knew. Which young players do you think will get the most exposure in March and April? Join the live chat to give your thoughts!

Fitz's recruiting update

After a week off, there's plenty of recruiting news to discuss within our weekly feature with recruiting reporter Sean Fitz. We're discussing the loss of safety prospect Kaden Gebhardt to Clemson, the latest on spring visits, and the pending transfer portal window. Fitz will discuss what he knows about the most important spring recruiting storylines on today's show.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we turn the show over to you, the listeners and viewers. Join us for the BWI Mailbag to end the show, where we'll take questions from the chat and some pre-selected questions on the Lions Den Message Forum.

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Wrestling SHow: Penn State Set ANOTHER Record with Big Ten Championship Win

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:03:36 +0000

The Penn State wrestling team won another Big Ten Postseason Tournament title last weekend and broke another record on the way. The Blue White Illustrated wrestling show discusses the team's win, the latest news coming out of the tournament and previews the upcoming quest for another NCAA Championship.

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BWI Live: Can Penn State Keep Its Recruiting Lead Through Spring Football?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 6 Mar 2025 16:25:04 +0000

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The Penn State spring recruiting period is open, but how will they attack it? On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we discuss the team's plans with Penn State Spring Break starting this weekend and the team beginning spring practice at the end of the month.

Recruiting reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz also discuss the latest news from the recruiting world on who will visit the team over the next two months before official visits begin in late May. Join the Show at 10 a.m. to get the details on everything Penn State recruiting! If you can't check the show out live, catch the replay on the channel embedded in this article or anywhere you get your podcasts.

Of course, stay tuned to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel later today to hear from head strength coach Chuck Losey after the team's final winter lift.

What we learned in February

Snyder recapped what the Penn State recruiting ecosystem produced in the last month earlier this week, and we'll start today's show by talking about what he learned. We'll discuss the acceleration of official visits scheduling, rules changes and more.

Next, we'll discuss the spring visit schedule that's shaping up for regional recruits in the Nittany Lion's footprint. Players like Kaden Gebhardt and Alex Haskell are important targets visiting the program over the coming month and our reporters will discuss the importance of those visits.

How many commitments does Penn State need to secure before the official visit period? The changing landscape may move the number from traditional expectations, but we'll discuss how Penn State can keep pace in the next two months.

More Penn State official visit updates

Finally, we'll discuss some of the recent official visit news that dropped since our last conversation on the show. The official visit window is earlier than normal with late May coming into focus more than the previous years. Does it bode well for Penn State that players like Messiah Hampton and Ryan Mosley are visiting the program on the first available weekend?

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Wrestling Show: Penn State Learns Big Ten Tournament Seeding

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 5 Mar 2025 22:00:00 +0000

The Big Ten has released pre-seeds for its 2025 wrestling championships. The two-day event is slated for this Saturday and Sunday, March 8-9, at Northwestern. Big Ten Network will televise the opening, semifinal, and final sessions. B1G+ will stream the rest of them. Blue-White Illustrated will have complete coverage throughout the weekend as Penn State seeks its thrid straight conference tournament title.

Below, we have three things we learned from the pre-seeds, which are not finalized until after Friday's coaches meeting in Evanston but are unlikely to change. You can also watch the BWI Penn State wrestling show and find links to the podcast version.

1. The seeds look mostly as expected

Unlike some years, there was little social media outrage about the pre-seeds this year. They look mostly as many anticipated them to. Penn State has five top seeds -- Beau Bartlett (141), Shayne Van Ness (149), Mitchell Mesenbrink (165), Levi Haines (174), and Carter Starocci (184) -- as expected. Gabe Arnold is in for Iowa instead of Angelo Ferrari at 184 and is the No. 4 seed, which means he could meet Starocci in the semifinals after plenty of trash talk was exchanged before the Hawkeyes-Lions dual meet but Iowa went with Ferrari over Arnold opposite Starocci.

Looking back at our roundup of seed projections, there were questions about where sophomore 133-pound starter Braeden Davis would end up. He is at No. 4, which was one potential landing spot. And, while most figured Shayne Van Ness would have the top seed at 149, there was some question about it. But, he did indeed land it.

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BWI Live: Top Five Best-Case Scenarios For Penn State Offseason

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 5 Mar 2025 16:27:25 +0000

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Despite the lack of news or headlines, the Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is hard at work right now, preparing for the upcoming season. The team must accomplish lots of work between now and the start of the 2025 fall campaign for a national championship. Some of that work will be accomplished through effort and dedication and some will happen by luck or providence. On today's show, we're counting down the top five things that can happen this offseason that would make an ideal run up to the fall.

Reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to discuss the latest Penn Sate football news, including the team's max testing day and the interview with strength coach Chuck Losey coming up on Thursday before the team disperses for Spring Break. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to catch the show live and participate in the live chat! If you can't check the show out live, you can watch the replay on our YouTube Channel, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

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Penn State max testing day tomorrow

While it's not truly the max testing day because of the truncated winter workout period, Penn State opens the doors of the Lasch weight room to the media for the annual heavy squat day. As always, BWI will be on hand to observe the team's lift and get feedback from Losey on the team's progress since the end of the postseason.

We'll preview the event, discuss what we want to see and learn about the team. Of course, we'll provide you with updates on social media and on the site during and after the event.

Top Five Best-Case Scenarios for offseason

The bulk of today's show focuses on the upcoming checklist of things that Penn State must accomplish to have the best possible team it can in the fall. What are the most realistic best-case scenarios that can befall the team from March to August? We'll discuss those and outline what the team needs to do to make that happen between now and then.

Join the show to give your top five!

Sunday Film Study

Finally, we'll end the show by discussing what we've learned about Jim Knowles's defensive evolution through his time at Oklahoma State through his final season at Ohio State. What sort of evolution did his style go through in the years since his rise to the Big Ten? We've tracked his progress and explain it on today's show.

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BWI Live: Will The Penn State Offense Have To Carry The Team in 2025?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 4 Mar 2025 19:51:21 +0000

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The Penn State Football team begins spring football in roughly three weeks. The sun is staying out longer, and spring is on the minds of Nittany Lions fans in Happy Valley. So today, we'll continue our spring football preview on the BWI Live Show. Join the program at 10 a.m. as we discuss the latest news, recruiting updates, and more! We'll be featuring your questions on the BWI Mailbag to end the show.

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Penn State news and notes

The team will host it's max-testing day later this week. With such an abridged offseason, what are reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer looking for when they get to see the Penn State players up close? We'll preview our conversation with strength and conditioning coach Chuck Losey as well.

Fitz and Bauer didn't get a chance to discuss the addition of Trace McSorley to the staff last week, so we'll discuss what they take from the news that McSorley is joining the program as an assistant QB coach. We'll also wrap up the 2025 NFL Combine and the results from Jaylen Reed's performance this past weekend.

Fitz's Recruiting update

The biggest piece of news from the program this week was that three-star Indiana wide receiver Jerquaden Guilford decommitted from the program over the weekend. While Guilford doesn't have the stars, he's a favorite among the recruiting industry with offers from all the top programs in the country.

How big of a blow is it to Penn State's efforts to rebuild its wide receiver room? Fitz will discuss what he thinks of the news and how concerned fans should be.

Also, spring visits are back up and running this month, so Fitz will discuss the news you need to know about who is visiting the program this month.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll get to the star of the show: you! Join us for the BWI Mailbag, where we answer questions from subscribers on the message board and fans in the live chat. Today, we'll debate if the Penn State offense needs to carry the team in 2025 or if the defense can rise to the occasion again and play up to its lofty standards. We'll also answer your questions about spring football and more!

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Penn State In Position to Land a Top 10 Class in 2026? | On300 Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:42:16 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions will restart recruiting visits in just a few days. But before then, new information dropped this week in the form of the On300 update for 2026. We'll discuss the topic in-depth on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show and break down the impact on the Penn State recruiting efforts for this coming cycle. Reporters Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss where Penn State's committed players moved in the rankings, plus where top targets sit after the February update.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss all of that and more! BWI Live comes to you on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week at 10. Subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel right now and enable notifications so you don't miss any shows, breaking news, or commitments when they happen.

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The good and the bad of the latest update for Penn State recruiting

The good news for Penn State is that Pennsylvania and the program's larger regional football are loaded with elite talent in this upcoming cycle. The bad news is that the secret is out on many of the team's top targets. Will the extra attention on Luke Wafle, Carter Meadows, and other regional prospects make it more difficult for Penn State to land those players? Fitz and Snyder will discuss that idea, plus give their thoughts on the rankings.

Snyder also spoke with On3, Director of Scouting Charles Power, about the players in Penn State's orbit. Quarterback commit Troy Huhn took a massive tumble down the rankings, and Snyder discussed why that happened for the California passer.

NFL Combine Preview

However, we'll start the show with the latest Penn State football news of the week. The defensive line and linebackers take to the field for the 2025 NFL Combine today in Indianapolis. Kobe King will be the lone representative for the Nittany Lions today after the announcement that Abdul Carter won't be working out this week.

The news last night was that medical tests revealed an additional injury that Carter suffered. We'll give you that info and preview the Combine to start the show.

Official Visit updates Pt 3.

The Penn State calendar is already chalked full of official visits for the end of May into June, and new visits are popping up daily. Snyder has been tracking the additions to the summer calendar and discusses the most interesting and meaningful ones on today's program.

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BWI Live: How does Trace McSorley help Drew Allar? | Penn State Combine Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:59:07 +0000

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The Penn State football team gained a legend and lost a defensive lineman all in the same evening on Tuesday night. Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss Trace McSorley's return to Happy Valley and Smith Vilbert's decision to enter the transfer portal less than a month before the start of spring practice.

Join the show today live at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we talk about the latest Penn State football news, including an NFL Combine preview and more. Former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall joins the show today to give his thoughts on those topics and more! Join us live to ask questions of the experts or to give your thoughts on today's rundown.

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Penn State brings back McSorley as analyst

Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft tipped the news during THON, which became official on Tuesday night. McSorley will rejoin his former team as an assistant quarterbacks coach under Danny O'Brien and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki.

Where can McSorley lend starting quarterback Drew Allar wisdom? We'll discuss some tangible aspects of McSorley's game that he can impart to Allar.

McSorley wasn't the only news this week. The team officially announced Dan Connor as the linebackers coach. We'll dive into what that means for Linebacker U and for new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.

Spring Transfer Portal Claims its first victim

The Penn State football team has done an excellent job retaining players and making sure to keep most of its own depth throughout the transfer portal era. Still the team isn't impervious to the portal, which lured resever defensive lineman Smith Vilbert away from the team this week. We'll discuss the impact of his loss, the way the team can replace him and what the plan was for Vilbert this upcoming season.

Penn State at the NFL Combine

Finally, we'll discuss the contingent representing Penn State at the NFL Combine this week in Indianapolis. With Abdul Carter and KJ Winston sitting out for medical reasons, how much juice will the Nittany Lions have to show off the team's strength and development program?

We'll preview what fans should expect from Tyler Warren, Kobe King and Jaylen Reed during their testing and on-field drills this coming week.

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Penn State ready to Spend in the Spring Transfer Portal Window?

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Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft spoke with the media on Monday morning for the first time since the Big Ten Media Days in 2024. He updated fans on the Beaver Stadium Project, the state of the football program's NIL, and the plans for the athletic department's future. We'll discuss those topics plus more on today's BWI Live Show.

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Penn State ready to spend with the top teams?

Kraft covered a diverse number of topics on Monday, many of which we'll discuss in our weekly segment, Between the Lines. Today, we'll cover his pivot to focusing on the "marketing" aspect of the new era of college football and player payment. Kraft started out strong, discussing the way things are changing this year with revenue sharing entering college sports. Senior Editor Nate Bauer gives fans context about Kraft's comments and what they should take away from his answers to questions about NIL this past week.

Kraft also mentioned the team's plan for player retention over aggressive portal acquisitions. At the same time, he made it clear that the team won't be bystanders for filling key roles that the team needs to fill. Did he hint that the program will be aggressive this spring to try and win a championship in 2025?

We'll also review his comments about Beaver Stadium, spring football and what's next for the college football calendar.

Fitz's recruiting udpate

The Penn State Class of 2026 got a fresh update on Monday as well. On3 updated the rankings for the upcoming cycle and several targets made serious climbs up the rankings. Meanwhile, other players slid back down the rankings. Recruiting expert Sean Fitz will discuss the situation in his latest Fitz's recruiting update.

Stan Drayton introduction and the BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll discuss what we learned from new Penn State running backs coach Stan Drayton during his introductory press conference. He spoke for roughly 15 minutes following Kraft on Monday, and we'll give our first impressions.

Finally, we turn the show over to you on the BWI Mailbag. Do you have a question that you didn't make into the Mailbag thread before the show? Join us live to ask your questions and we'll take the best ones from the chat and answer them on the show!

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BWI Live: Penn State Class of 2026 Recruiting Reset | Official Visit Schedule Filling Up

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The Penn State football recruiting calendar for the summer is already filling up. Today, we're discussing the Class of 2026 in-depth and where the team stands heading into the spring recruiting calendar next month. Recruiting expert Sean Fitz joins the show to discuss the latest recruiting news. We'll also check in on the progress of the 2026 group compared to past seasons. It's been quiet recently, with very little movement within the class.

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The future of Penn State's run-ons unclear

Part of recruiting is assessing the talent that may benefit the team off the field in practice. Penn State has a strong run-on culture within the program that is under threat with the new rules proposed by the NCAA. Those rules stem from the House Settlement and the ramifications of revenue sharing coming to college sports. Fitz spoke with second-year players who aren't on scholarship earlier this month to get an idea of where their mindset is heading into an uncertain time in sports. We'll discuss his article at Blue White Illustrated.

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Penn State Class of 2026: The Big Picture

Today, we'll take the downtime to look at the Class of 2026. Plenty of fans hope that this group can achieve a top five or ten finish in recruiting rankings and push the team over the top in recruiting. While we've discussed that topic several times on the show, today we're discussing how this group fits into the bigger picture. What are the strengths of this cycle? Where does Penn State need to add players this cycle to fill in gaps or enhance strengths in the current roster? While the nature of college football has changed from a long-term view, there are still aspects of team building that play into recruiting.

Next, we'll look at the committed class as it stands in the cycle. Penn State has nine commits who have verbally joined the program. We'll discuss where that stands in comparison to the rest of the country, previous recruiting classes at this time, and what factors may have led to nine players on board at this point.

Finally, we'll recap the latest official visit announcements and introduce you to some new names that will check out Penn State this summer.

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Recapping Penn State Wrestling's Big Ten Regular Season Title

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:00:00 +0000

The No. 1 Penn State wrestling team is ready to close out the dual meet portion of its schedule on Friday when it hosts EIWA program American on Friday night at Rec Hall. The Nittany Lions are fresh off clinching a Big Ten regular season title and are gearing up for the postseason. We cover that and much more in this week's BWI wrestling show and pocast.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this episode with a review of the team's two most recent wins. Last Friday night, Penn State beat Ohio State 27-13 in Columbus to secure its 69th consecutive dual meet victory. Then, it topped Illinois 29-9 on Sunday to set a Big Ten record with 70 straight wins in addition to winning the conference's dual meet crown. Carr and Pickel discuss the top takeaways, including Beau Bartlett beating Jesse Mendez to earn the No. 1 spot at 141 pounds, freshman Luke Lilledahl bouncing back from being pinned Friday night to record a technical fall triumph on Sunday, and the latest injury information.

From there, the show turns its attention to what lies ahead for the Nittany Lions. Sanderson said that the program is dealing with some illness issues, which could impact Friday night's lineup. This year's senior class includes the likes of Bartlett, four-time NCAA champ Carter Starocci, and defending heavyweight champ Greg Kerkvliet, among others.

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Redesigning the Penn State Offense for 2025 | WHO Are You Building Around?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:11:21 +0000

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The Penn State offense was better than critics want to give it credit for in 2024 yet there's no doubt there was room for improvement after the first year under new offensive coordiantor Andy Kotelnicki. On today's BWI Live Show, we're discussing where the team can evolve this upcoming season by playing off schemes and player strengths from last season. We'll also discuss the latest new from the team and review the freshmen roster update from last week.

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Penn State news: Seider officially announced at Notre Dame

Today, we'll start with the news that former Penn State running backs coach JaJuan Seider has officially been announced as the new running backs coach at Notre Dame. We'll discuss the details of Seiders' new situation and recap the transition to new running backs coach Stan Drayton.

Next, we'll briefly discuss the latest recruiting news from the Nittany Lions. Teams are lining up official visits for the upcoming summer recruiting surge, during which most of Penn State's class will be decided. Check out the site for more information about who plans to show up in Happy Valley during May and June.

Roster Update released last week

Penn State provided the first roster udpate for 2025 after the week's BWI Live Show went off the air. Today, we'll review the changes and updates from the previous list of players on campus. We'll mainly focus on the team's freshman class and which players showed up with the measurables to contribute next fall if things go well for each player.

Rebuilding the Penn State offense

Kotelnicki dramatically improved the team's explosive play percentage on offense last year and helped the program reach its first Big Ten Championship game since 2016 and a college football playoff run. As always, teams must evolve and change year to year based on the talent turnover from the previous season.

While much of the core remains the same from 2024, there are places that Penn State can adapt and change the plan for the upcoming season. We're discussing the schemes and ideas the team can implement to help generate even more explosive plays in the passing game.

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Penn State Spring Football Preview | Who NEEDS to have the light come on?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:33:50 +0000

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The Penn State spring football schedule is set for 2025, and today, on the BWI Live Show, we're previewing the spring calendar. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we discuss the results of the team playing deep into January, the consequences of pushing things back and which players need to step up this spring. Penn State football experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will also answer your questions on the BWI Mailbag! Join the show to ask a question or give your thoughts in the live chat and we'll answer them during the show.

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Penn State spring schedule is set

The Nittany Lions released the spring football schedule for March and April on Monday, and we'll discuss the details of the team's plan for the upcoming football calendar. How much later is it than normal? How does the long season impact the team's plan for this spring? We'll discuss the changing landscape of how the team prepares for the upcoming season.

Of course, part of spring football is spring recruiting visits. While those are still being formed, recruiting isn't stopping anytime soon. Fitz will discuss the latest news and intrigue in his weekly recruiting update on the show.

Recapping Freshman Class Conversations

Last week, Penn State made its second-year players available to the media for the first time officially under the team's supervision. It was a day after our live show last week, so we're giving Fitz and Bauer the chance to discuss the event and which players they spoke to.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll turn the show over to you! We've asked for questions on the BWI message board this week to fill the Mailbag. We're discussing spring football and which players need the light to come on in March and April. We'll also outline a checklist of important aspects of the team development for the upcoming 15 practices on both sides of the football.

Don't see a topic you want to discuss? Join the show and bring your thoughts with you! We'll take comments from the chat as part of the final segment of today's show!

Penn State Spring Football Preview | Who NEEDS to have the light come on?

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Recruiting Show: A new RPM Pick for Penn State | Will Messiah Mickens Stick With The Program?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 13 Feb 2025 16:57:42 +0000

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The college football recruiting calendar is always accelerating, meaning things that are happening in June are news in February. Today, on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing Penn State's official visit schedule for the upcoming summer. But don't worry, we're also breaking down today's events. Join experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as they sift and update fans on the running back coaching search situation and how it relates to recruiting, the latest RPM picks, and more.

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Penn State running back coach search

Of course, the biggest news this week is that Penn State needs to find a new running backs coach after long-time assistant JaJuan Seider left the program for Notre Dame. We'll give you the latest information about the coaching search and what fans need to know right now.

Snyder also spoke with 2026 running back commit Messiah Mickens to gauge his temperature about sticking with the program after Seider's departure. Will the team be able to hold on to one of the top running backs in the country for the next cycle? We'll discuss that, plus a realistic timeline for the hiring process.

Wafle conversations

Owen and Luke Wafle have become central to the team's team-building efforts over the last several months. Owen, the older Waffle, transferred from Michigan to Penn State this offseason to fill in the team's defensive tackle opening this upcoming season. Luke, a four-star defensive end in the Class of 2026, is a top priority for defensive line coach Deion Barnes this year. Snyder spoke to their father and gives listeners the highlights of his conversation on today's show.

Snyder also put in an RPM prediction for the next 2026 defensive player to join the class. Find out which target he thinks is on the path to becoming a Penn State commit.

Official Visit Schedule update

February is a dead period in recruiting, and schools are now setting official visit schedules for the summer with top prospects. There's been a flurry of announcements since our last recruiting show, so Fitz and Snyder will discuss the players who have locked in for all-important visits during May and June. We'll also discuss the importance of those announcements and what they signify, even if the dates or plans change in the future.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State vs Ohio State Dual Preview | Will Kasak be ready to go?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:00:00 +0000

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Penn State wrestling is set for its final double dual weekend of the regular season. What is not clear as of Wednesday, however, is whether or not the Nittany Lions will have all 10 of their starters available for matches at Ohio State on Friday and Illinois on Sunday. The Blue-White Illustrated wrestling show is back to discuss last weekend's two wins, the latest on the Lions' injury situation, and what's on the horizon for head coach Cael Sanderson's team.

Reporter Greg Pickel and host Thomas Frank Carr start this week's episode with a look back at last weekend. Penn State shutout Michigan 39-0 on Friday. Then, it beat Maryland 35-10 on Sunday. What did we learn from the two victories? The duo discusses that as the Lions took their 67th and 68th consecutive dual meets.

From there, the conversation moves on to the injury front. Braeden Davis, the starter at 133 pounds, missed another two matches and has now sat out the team's last three due to injury. Tyler Kasak, meanwhile, had to injury default out of Sunday's bout with Terrapin Ethen Miller. It's not yet clear if either will be available this weekend.

The show closes with a look ahead to a Friday night match with No. 5 Ohio State before traveling to No. 19 Illinois. The top bout in Columbus will feature No. 1 Jesse Mendez vs. No. 3 Beau Bartlett at 141 pounds. Mendez beat the Penn State senior in both last year's national final and also at this season's NWCA All-Star Classic. What can fans expect from Penn State this weekend? The show closes with thoughts on that.

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BWI Live: Penn State Winter Media Day Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:33:17 +0000

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The Penn State football team held Winter Media Day yesterday, allowing reporters to sit down with Penn State head coach James Franklin for an update on the latest moves within the program. They officially introduced the 2024 freshman class for the first time during a two-hour interview session with the young players. Reporter Greg Pickel was at the event and joins the show today to discuss what he heard and learned from yesterday. We'll also be discussing the latest in the Penn State running backs coach search and more.

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The latest on the Penn State running backs coach search

Yesterday, Franklin discussed the timeline and criteria for the team's running backs coach search during his roughly 40-minute talking to the media. While we'll get into those details later in the show, we'll start with the latest names that are part of the search. Pickel will discuss what he knows about who is in the candidate pool. He'll also discuss what the freshmen running backs had to say about the situation during their interviews with the media yesterday afternoon.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll discuss the coaching search from Franklin's perspective. He discussed what he's looking for in his next leader of the running back room. He once again stressed that the team doesn't have time to wait and needs a coach who can immediately make an impact.

However, he brought up some other topics within that answer that may or may not have to do with the current coaching search. We'll discuss those thoughts, plus potential changes to spring football during Between the Lines.

Freshman Media Day

Finally, we'll discuss the young players we talked to and the main takeaways from those conversations. From Cooper Cousins to Ethan Grunkemyer, we met with the entire freshman class, and we'll discuss what we learned about the personalities on display yesterday. We'll also discuss the information about player development and goals for the coming year.

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BWI Live: Penn State RB Coach Situation | Saquon Wins A Super Bowl

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:53:25 +0000

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The Penn State Football team became victim of the College Football Playoff coaching shuffle early on Sunday when running back's coach JaJuan Seider reportedly accepted an offer to coach at Notre Dame. The Lions had just poached their own coach from CFP Champion Ohio State two weeks earlier so the dynamic of late-offseason coaching changes isn't new to the program at this point. Now, the team will need to replace one of the longest-tenured assistants under head coach James Franklin. We'll discuss that, Penn State superstar Saquon Barkley winning a Super Bowl, and more on today's BWI Live Show.

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Saquon Barkley wins his first Super Bowl

We'll start off with Barkley's win in Super Bowl LIX. The former Penn State running back carried the ball 25 times for just 57 yards, but his team dominated the Kansas City Chiefs on the way to a 40-22 blowout victory that featured 16 Chiefs points in the fourth quarter once the game was put away. We'll discuss Barkley's historic season, plus talk about the game. Join us to get in on the conversation!

Penn State needs to replace a top assistant

Of course, the main focus of today's show is on the team's loss of Seider to recruiting rival Notre Dame. Seider has been one of the team's top assistants over the last seven years and has brought a steady flow of high-quality running back prospects to the program in recent years.

What's the sting factor in losing him? What can the team do to replace him quickly, and does this represent an opportunity to change and refresh the room? We'll also discuss the recruiting aspect of that conversation in Fitz's recruiting update.

From there, we'll discuss Sean Fitz's recruiting big board, which you can check out at Blue White Illustrated by signing up for a membership to the site.

We'll also review the summer official visit schedule, which is filling up in early February.

Penn State freshmen meet the media

Tomorrow marks the start of the 2025 season for Penn State football with the February media day. Franklin will speak to the media for the first time since his team's loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl to discuss a variety of topics, including hiring defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, the loss of Seider, and more. We'll also get our first chance to meet the Class of 2024 freshmen, which completed its first year on campus. We'll discuss what we expect from tomorrow and who we intend to talk with during the day of interviews.

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Can Penn State Build a Top-Five Class in New Era of College Football? | NIL Details

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 6 Feb 2025 16:56:09 +0000

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The January recruiting period is over and we're into the dead period for Penn State Football recruiting. However, there's plenty of news coming up in the next few days for top recruits who are cutting their lists of schools after Junior Day visits. Will Penn State make the list for it's top targets? Join the BWI Live Show to discuss that, plus the NIL details that On3 discovered this offseason about who spent the most for recruits and portal targets last season.

We're live at 10 a.m. so join us to discuss your favorite Penn State Football recruiting topic! As always, the best way to be on time to every live show is to subscribe and enable notifications so you get alerts when we go live or when news breaks.

Penn State Recruiting January Recap

With a deep playoff run taking up the first half of the month, Penn State missed out on some of the recruiting calendar to start the new year. While any team would trade the opportunity at a national championship for a weekend or two hosting prospects, it limits the time and players the team could meet. So, with all that considered, how did Penn State do in January? Recruiting experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the team's progress in the past month and recap the major events that happened over the previous few weeks.

NIL Conversation from Pete Nakos

On3 national reporter Pete Nakos surveyed anonymous NIL executives and staffers from several of the major conferences to get a lay of the land for how much teams spent this past season on recruits and in the portal. He also got an idea of what the going rate for certain positions is and where those numbers are heading. Of course, we'll relate these topics and conversations to Penn State football and where it stands in the new NIL environment.

Can the team keep up with the rising rates of players? Given the situation last year, how much more impressive is the team's run to a final four? We'll discuss those ideas and put the situation into context for fans.

Top targets cutting list of schools, 2025 review

Finally, we'll discuss the upcoming announcements from top targets this month. Players like Alex Haskell and Davion Brown are narrowing their list of potential schools. Did Penn State make the cut? We'll discuss the future of the team while taking one last look back at the Class of 2025, with the traditional national signing day happening yesterday.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State Wrestling Misses out on Bo Bassett | Kasak crowned new #1

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 5 Feb 2025 22:00:00 +0000

Penn State wrestling is off and running with the February portion of its schedule. The Nittany Lions have their first double dual weekend of the season on the horizon. Michigan battles head coach Cael Sanderson's team at the Bryce Jordan Center on Friday (6 p.m. ET, Big Ten Network) before Maryland invades Rec Hall at 1 p.m. ET on B1G+.

“It’s unusual, as we talked about throughout the year, just the scheduling where we got Friday, Friday, Friday, and now we have a Friday, Sunday,” Sanderson said Monday. “But I think these weekends are really good training for the national tournament conference where you have a multiple-day tournament. So, we look at it all as training. And obviously, Michigan’s one of the top programs in the country. So we’re looking forward to that match, another match in the Jordan Center, and then being able to kind of turn around and wrestle Maryland, who’s wrestling really well. I mean, they’ve done a really good job there, and they’ve been very competitive.”

We cover those matches and much more on this week's Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start the conversation with the latest news from the recruiting world. The nation's top Class of 2026 recruit, Bo Bassett, picked Iowa over the Nittany Lions and others on Tuesday night.

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BWI Live: It's Complicated: How Penn State DC Jim Knowles plans to install his complex system and win

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team introduced new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to the media on Tuesday, and we're discussing his comments from the 30-minute press conference on today's show. Join us at 10 a.m. as we read between the lines of what Knowles said about his time at Ohio State, his plans for the defense at Penn State, and more.

As always, you can be part of the show by joining the live chat on YouTube at 10 a.m. and discussing what you want to know with us! We're taking questions and comments during the hour-long discussion about your favorite football team! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel right now so you don't miss any live shows, press conferences, or more.

Penn State news

Before we dive into Knowles's press conference, we'll quickly recap the news and notes from the last few days in Penn State football. Analyst Robb Smith took a job elsewhere earlier this week. Reporter Greg Pickel will recap where he's moving on and what it means for the program on the administrative and coaching side. We'll also discuss how Knowles and his arrival could change the coaching staff.

Between The Lines

Next, we'll get to the main portion of today's show. We're replaying the most important quotes from Tuesday's press conference and explaining what they mean for the Penn State defense moving forward. We'll give you insight into how Knowles and Franklin plan to integrate the new coach into the program and what compromises there might be from what he did elsewhere to what he will do at Penn State.

We'll also discuss where he'll call the game from and give you our initial thoughts on what sort of personality the new defensive leader has.

February checklist and film study

Finally, we'll discuss what's next for the Penn State program. Pickel wrote down the important milestones and events for the program this coming month, which we'll review during the second half of the show. This should give fans an idea of what is coming and what they can expect to learn about the team in the next month.

Lastly, we'll close the show by discussing Knowles's defense more. While his defense may evolve this year, it's important to know where he's coming from and what aspects of defense are essential to the spirit of his scheme. Feel free to ask your questions live on the show to get feedback on what we expect this year!

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is now fully into its preparations for the 2025 season with new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles on the staff and meeting with his players. Of course, Penn State fans are smart and want to know the immediate return on the highest-paid coordinator in college football history now. Given the need to play complimentary football on a team that doesn't return an explosive, superstar offense, can the defense get up to speed under Knowles and power a championship run? We're discussing that, plus the latest recruiting intel on today's BWI Live Show.

Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we discuss our expectations of the defense, plus answer your questions in the BWI Mailbag. We're taking questions from the message board and featuring them on our show's final segment, but we're talking to you in the live chat all show long! Join us to get your thoughts and opinions heard. The best way to know when we go live is to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel and enable notifications so you never miss any of our news and information.

Penn State introduces Jim Knowles this week

Penn State will host its introductory press conference for Jim Knowles on Tuesday, which is why our show has been moved to Monday morning. We'll continue our extended discussion on Knowles and what he brings to Penn State on today's show. So far, we've been asking you questions about what you want to know about his defense, but today, we're asking the experts what they're curious to learn. Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will discuss the questions they're eager to hear answered in Knowles's first impression with the media.

The main thrust of the conversation around the hire is that Penn State fans are worried that this change will set the defense back in a very important year for the program. The team retained most of its senior talent, who could have moved on to the NFL Draft this spring. Will they be up to speed in the defensive system to capitalize on this momentum toward a championship run?

Fitz's recruiting update

With January in the books, it was a truncated recruiting month for the football program, which took it's 2024 season deep into the playoffs. How did things turn out after two recruiting weekends? The team wrapped up Junior Days on Saturday and Fitz has the latest news you need to know about the program and it's push for a top ten class in 2026.

Finally, we'll end the show with the BWI Mailbag. Join the show at 10 a.m. to discuss the questions submitted before the show, or ask your own!

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Can Penn State Lean on Its Defense For ANOTHER Playoff Run In 2025?

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Hosts Final Junior Days | On the Verge of Another Commit?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions will host one final Junior Day this weekend with the team focusing on the Class of 2026 and beyond during the days between the end of the 2024 season and the start of preparations for 2025. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. as we discuss the latest recruiting news, including upcoming decisions from several notable targets in the coming days and weeks.

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On3 Rankings update drops today

The final rankings for the Class of 2025 drop today at noon, days before the final signing day for this cycle. We'll discuss what fans should know about the team's rankings, including a potential change at the top for the Nittany Lions.

Next, we'll discuss another top prospect for this cycle that is nearing a decision. Four-star safety Kaden Gebhardt announced his top four recently. Will he be one of the players who pulls the trigger early on a college destination before the spring and summer recruiting periods? Gebhardt and Penn State quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer are former high school teammates, so does that put the Lions in the driver's seat? We'll discuss that and where he fits into the new defensive scheme.

Gebhardt isn't the only player closing in on a decision. Four-star lineman Tyler Merrill decides between five schools today. Our experts will discuss what they expect from the Pennsylvania native.

Penn State Coaches on the road and Junior Day Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the news fans want to know for the coming weekend. We'll preview the players visiting Penn State this weekend for the team's second and final Junior Day. Who are the players making the trek to Happy Valley?

The coaching staff is also busy returning the favor and visiting recruits all over America this week. Who is Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff visiting? Recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss the names and faces popping up on social media over the last few days.

Don't see something you want to discuss? Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube and drop your questions or comments in the live chat to ask Snyder and Fitz!

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Penn State Hosts Final Junior Days | On the Verge of Another Commit?

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Penn State vs Iowa Predictions | Who wins BJC Dual for top spot in College Wrestling

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0000

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A new episode of the Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is now live. The No. 1 Nittany Lions are set to take on No. 2 Iowa night on Friday night at the Bryce Jordan Center. That, unsurprisingly, headlines much of this week's episode. First, though, host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start the show by recapping the Rutgers match. The Nittany Lions won nine of 10 bouts in a 35-3 win over the Scarlet Knights. It marked their 65th consecutive dual meet victory.

From there, the conversation turns to the fifth-ever top-two meeting between the Hawkeyes and Nittany Lions. Iowa won the first two as the No. 1 ranked team in the country. Penn State won the second two with the same ranking. Who will win on Friday night? We discuss the top bouts of the night, predictions, and key storylines to close out this week's episode. Return to Blue-White Illustrated on Friday for more pre-match coverage in addition to live updates once the match begins. Here are the projected lineups, courtesy of Hawk Central:

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Penn State Roster Reset: Looking at Positional Strengths for 2025

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While nothing is ever settled in the shifting sands of college football, we can reasonably assume that the Penn State roster is mostly set for the spring semester and spring football season. On today's show, we'll review the final numbers on the transfer portal for the Nittany Lions. The team officially announced the additions earlier this month, and all but one of its existing players have chosen a new home. Join the BWI Live Show to discuss what the roster looks like on the other side of those moves.

Reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to take you through the team's strongest and weakest positions as we reset the Penn State roster for 2025. We'll also dive deeper into the team's transition to defense under new coordinator Jim Knowles and what changes he could bring to the team for the coming season.

Penn State roster reset

Of course, the main story for all Penn State fans is about new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. The program released a clip of Knowles addressing the team on social media yesterday, and Pickel will discuss the news surrounding it.

From there, we'll transition to the other additions and subtractions from the roster this offseason. Former Penn State safety Tyrece Mills announced his new college destination this week. With that, only one former player in the portal has yet to find a home for the upcoming season.

Next, we'll review the announcement from the program last week about the team's newest members. Penn State announced new weights for the incoming transfers, some of which raised eyebrows about the jumps in size from their previously listed size measurements. We'll discuss what that could mean for the team's needs this fall.

Strengths and weaknesses

While there's still time for players to arrive and leave in the spring portal window - and you can never count out a lawsuit against the NCAA - we're considering the roster set for the upcoming semester. Which positions look the strongest on paper? We'll review where the team can build its identity during spring football. Next, we'll look at the positions that need to be developed and take a step toward Penn State finding balance and a well-rounded attack next season.

Jim Knowles's defensive breakdown

Finally, we'll use the final show segment to discuss what we've learned at Blue White Illustrated about Knowles's defense and what changes he might bring to the program. After studying his defense at Ohio State, listening to virtual clinics, and reading into the data, we've got an early sketch of some differences in how the new head man on defense operates.

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BWI Live: What hiring Jim Knowles means to Penn State and James Franklin

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It's rare for the Penn State Nittany Lions Football team to dominate the college sports news cycle the way they have since Sunday afternoon. Head coach James Franklin sent shockwaves through the sport this week by hiring defensive coordinator Jim Knowles away from the Ohio State Buckeyes just days after Knowles won a championship with his former team. That story will dominate our conversation, much like the rest of college football on today's BWI Live Show.

However, that won't be the only thing we discuss because there's always something brewing with the Lions. Join us for an hour of Penn State football talk that includes a recruiting update, a breakdown of the latest commit with the program, and your questions on the BWI Mailbag.

Penn State is just days away from the unofficial start of the 2025 season in February. Join us by subscribing to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't miss any updates from winter conditioning, the freshman introduction that happens next month, and more! Penn State's march towards another college football playoff run starts now!

What Knowles means to the larger picture around Penn State

Most Penn State fans know the details surrounding Knowles' move from Columbus to Happy Valley by this point. So today, we'll discuss the larger impact of Franklin's move to make Knowles the highest-paid coordinator in college football. We'll discuss the team's efforts to join the elites in the sport and why Knowles' impact goes beyond what he can do on the field as a coordiantor.

However, that last part is also important, so we'll discuss what changes you might see to the Penn State defensive personality and the team's approach to different aspects of the game.

Fitz's recruiting Update

Penn State also got a new commitment this weekend amid the flurry of activity off the field. New Jersey cornerback Julian Peterson committed to the program on Saturday evening in an under-the-radar signing by the Nittany Lions to get the defensive secondary on the board in the Class of 2026.

Recruiting expert Sean Fitz discusses the impact of his signing, the response to Penn State's first junior day, and more! There's also good news surrounding one of the team's top commits for the upcoming cycle.

BWI Mailbag

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What hiring Jim Knowles means to Penn State and James Franklin

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Junior Day Preview | Will Marques Hagans Turn Around Receiver Room in time?

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After weeks of a playoff run, transfer portal and roster retention efforts, Penn State Football recruiting roared back into full throat this week. The team hosts its first Junior Day of the 2026 recruiting cycle this weekend and is on the road visiting priority recruits during the week. We'll discuss the team's efforts and focuses on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join us live at 10 a.m. to hear from the experts in football recruiting, Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz as they discuss the the names and faces visiting campus this week.

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Penn State recruiting news and updates

The theme we're discussing on today's show deals with the one spot all Penn State fans are obsessed with; wide receiver. This week, Fitz wrote about three thoughts he's had regarding the team: its defensive coordinator search, and players. We need to discuss more. We'll focus on wideout Messiah Hamption, whom Fitz thinks we haven't talked about enough in the Class of 2026. We'll ask him why he thinks that and what he likes about Hamption's abilities and fit with the team.

From there, we'll discuss the team's recruiting losses to Rutgers in recent days. Philadelphia edge prospect Wydeek Collier. Snyder breaks down his thoughts on where the team sits in recruiting and what's happening with the larger landscape now that profit sharing and NIL are coming to the forefront.

Coaches on the road and junior day preview

Penn State coaches have been crossing the country this week to do in-home visits with top-priority prospects. Our reporters are tracking the staff's movement and following up on visits with those players to gauge the feedback from the interaction. Find out who makes the cut for attention in the upcoming class.

Finally, we'll discuss the players making a trip to Happy Valley this weekend. We'll run down the important names of players visiting for the first of two Junior Day visits for the contact period in January. During the show, we'll discuss critical wide receiver prospects and the team's chances of landing a bumper crop of high-level talent in 2026. Can they get it done? We'll discuss that on today's show!

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BWI Live: Can Drew Allar win a Heisman? What it will take for Penn State to win a Championship

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We're in the "Way Too Early" portion of the 2025 season when media pundits are clamoring to be the first to a take for the upcoming year. One of the early storylines for Penn State football is that they're a top team contending for the National Championship and quarterback Drew Allar is again in the conversation for a Heisman.

But how realistic is any of that? Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss the factors that would lead Penn State to another deep playoff run and a chance at a Championship in 2025. Join the show at 10 a.m. to get your thoughts on those subjects, plus join the BWI Mailbag portion, back from its postseason hiatus.

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Allar for Heisman?

The early odds for the Heisman winner in 2025 are out, and Drew Allar has the fourth-best odds of any player in college football. Is that realistic? We discuss what it takes to win the award and how the Penn State offense can help or hold Allar back. The Nittany Lions need Allar to take the next step and become the best version of himself next year, but does that correlate to postseason awards? We'll discuss the tactical ways that can happen and what the most realistic outcome is as we sit in January.

Next, we'll discuss the biggest questions for the Penn State offense and defense, which was part of Greg Pickel's "Four Thoughts" from yesterday.

Does Penn State have enough NFL talent to win a championship?

We'll continue our theme of Penn State's path to a National Championship by discussing a tweet from Senior Bowl director Jim Nagy. In a social media post on Tuesday, Nagy claimed that it takes NFL talent to win a championship in college football. He posted the last six winners of the CFP and the number of NFL Draft picks they had in that year's draft.

Where does Penn State stand with potential draft talent for 2026? We'll look at that and examine this article from yesterday about how many players the Lions may realistically send to the NFL after next season.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll discuss your questions and thoughts in the BWI Mailbag! We opened the weekly thread Wednesday morning and are featuring the best questions from the BWI message board to end the show. However, we'll answer your questions live on the show! Join Blue White Illustrated right now to get your questions featured next week.

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Penn State Defensive Coordinator Search Update | Top Five Position Battles for 2025

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:47:04 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team watched with the rest of the country as Ohio State was crowned the College Football National Champions on Monday night. The Buckeyes defeated Notre Dame 34-23 in Atlanta to secure the championship in a game that Ohio State dominated after the opening scoring drive from the Fighting Irish. Now that the season has finally ended, we're looking ahead to 2025. What does Penn State need from its roster to get back to the Playoff in next fall? We'll be counting down the top five position battles that need to play out for the upcoming season.

We'll also update fans on the defensive coordinator search the Penn State has been operating since Tom Allen took the same job at Clemson a week ago. Fans are antsy to have the answer about who will lead the Nittany Lion's defense this coming year and to know more about what that unit will look like with new leadership. We'll also update you on the latest recruiting news.

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The National Championship from Penn State's perspective

Penn State was only a few plays away from defeating Ohio State in the regular season in Happy Valley last November. After watching Notre Dame have few answers for the Buckeyes on the biggest stage, you can't help but wonder how the Lions would have fared in place of the Irish. We'll start the show discussing last night's game, and what it means for Penn State, the Big Ten and college football.

From there, we'll discuss the team's top position battles that will take place in the coming months. The roster is set for winter conditioning and spring practice, so who has a chance to fill a role vacated by exiting starters and veterans? We'll rank the top five most important positions up for grabs this coming spring, summer, and fall.

Defensive Coordinator Search

Penn State is still without a defensive coordinator as of the airing of Tuesday's show. What is going on with the search for Allen's successor? We'll discuss what our experts know and give fans a better understanding of how these searches go under Penn State head coach James Franklin. For more detailed information on how the search has unfolded, join Blue White Illustrated right now for just one dollar and get access to premium content for a week to try us out.

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BWI Live: Can Penn State Capitalize on Playoff Momentum during Junior Days?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is in full offseason mode. The team is wrapping up roster announcements for the current players but the staff is pivoting quickly to full recruiting mode for the 2026 recruiting class and beyond. Recruiting is never over, but it's now in the spotlight on the BWI Live show today at 10 a.m. Join us as recruiting expert Ryan Snyder discusses the names you need to know that are visiting Penn State in the coming weeks to check out the program.

Be sure to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel right now. Enable notifications so you know when we go live, post breaking news content, or recap a commitment from a future Nittany Lion. Of course the best way to get that news before anyone else is to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated. Try us out for a week to get the inside scoop on Penn State's defensive coordiantor search and more.

Penn State gets more roster news for 2025

Before we dive headfirst into recruiting, there's more roster information to discuss regarding the return of Dom DeLuca and JB Nelson for the upcoming season. What does their return do for the roster in 2025? Can Penn State keep all of the offensive linemen it has on the roster happy?

Next, we'll dive into the recent news with Big Ten foe Rutgers. Penn State lost a recruiting battle for three-star athlete Elias Coke on Wednesday to the Scarlet Knights and the next day a former Nittany Lion chose them as his transfer destination. Former Penn State cornerback Cam Miller is headed to New Jersey to continue his college career. We'll discuss the impact of those moves for Penn State.

Recruiting News and Notes

After wrapping up the roster news, we'll dive into today's main topic: Penn State's upcoming Junior Days. We'll discuss what fans need to know about the upcoming visits and what they should expect from them. Will the team get commitments from key prospects in the coming days? We'll prime you for what you'll find on the site in the coming weeks.

Next, we'll discuss the latest Penn State recruiting news. One player from the transfer portal that we haven't discussed is former Michigan defensive tackle Owen Waffle. The former Wolverine was a Class of 2023 recruit and has no college film to discuss so we'll recap his recruiting journey and what we know of his profile to asses what he brings to Penn State's defenisve tackle room.

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Penn State Wrestling Blasts Michigan State, Sets up Showdown with Nebraska

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Wrestling team defeated Michigan State last Friday 55-0. This week, they take on 6th-ranked Nebraska on the road. Reporter Greg Pickel from Blue White Illustrated breaks down the last win and discusses the upcoming matches that will tell us more about the team's progress to start the Big Ten Regular season.

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BWI Live: Recapping Penn State's recent roster moves

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:25:10 +0000

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New continues to stream out of the Penn State football program about player decisions for the 2025 season. We'll recap the flurry of activity around the program since our last live conversation on the Blue White Illustrated Live Show yesterday. Reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to discuss what he's been following, including the deal Tom Allen signed to join the Clemson staff as defensive coordinator, NFL Draft decisions from Sal Wormley, Kobe King, Nick Dawkins, and others.

We'll also take your questions live on the show and discuss your thoughts about the upcoming season on the live chat! Join us live at 10 a.m. to be part of the show.

Can't make it live? Check out the replay on our YouTube Channel, embedded in this article, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State receiver room reset

The biggest news from Tuesday afternoon and evening was the departure of the team's top two receivers from the 2024 season. Omari Evans and Trey Wallace will both enter the transfer portal to seek a new home for their remaining time in college football.

What's the impact of those moves? We'll discuss the portal exodus from the Penn State wide receiver room and the work Marques Hagans has done at the position, and we'll review the work the team did in the portal this offseason.

Of course, we'll discuss what the team needs from the group in 2025 to raise the production bar from the offense.

NFL Draft decisions

Several other veterans made decisions about their future on Tuesday. We'll discuss the impact of losing Sal Wormley and retaining Nick Dawkins, as well as how Smith Vilbert continues a trend on the defensive line for the Penn State defense.

Of course, the biggest news was the decision of middle linebacker Kobe King to leave for the NFL. How does the team replace King? We'll discuss the names that fans need to know heading into spring football in March and April.

Penn State target makes his decision

Finally, Harrisburg athlete Elias Coke will choose his college destination sometime during the show. If that happens, we'll react to his decision and discuss the impact of gaining his commitment or missing out on the versatile athlete.

Coke is yet another player from a loaded Harrisburg team, including Kevin Brown and Messiah Mickens, who have either chosen or are considering the Nittany Lions. Mickens and Brown are both high-four stars and top-100 players in the Class of 2026.

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BWI Live: The Latest Penn State Roster Moves After Furious Weekend

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team hit the overdrive button in the offseason when the team lost to Notre Dame in the Colleg Football Playoffs last week. There's been a flurry of roster moves, portal decisions, and coaching changes over the previous four days. We're catching you up on all of that information and discussing it on today's BWI Live Show. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the outlook and prospects for the 2025 season now that several critical players have decided to return for a final season in Blue and White.

Join the live chat to get your questions and comments on the show. You can also hear the replay on the channel, embedded in this article, or anywhere you get your podcasts. Be sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Of course, the best way to keep up to date with the latest news is to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated. Join right now for just one dollar and get access for a week to try us out!

Penn State defensive coordiantor search begins again

We discussed the situation with former Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen and why the former Indiana head coach decided to jump from the Nittany Lions to the Clemson Tigers. Today, we deal with the fallout. What should fans expect from a timeline for a new hire? Can Penn State find a coach and integrate him in time to reload, not rebuild on defense? We'll discuss the situation with the latest coaching turnover for head coach James Franklin's team.

Portal and roster churn in high gear

The biggest news right now is the team's efforts to build a team capable of another College Football Playoff run in 2025. Penn State has retained several critical players from its starting rotation for the upcoming season, and today, we'll run down all the players who have announced their return or departure so far.

We'll also dive into the team's transfer portal work for the 2024-2025 cycle to see what efforts they've put forward to sharpen and bolster needs for the upcoming season. Has it been a net positive or negative for the Penn State roster? We'll discuss those moves and preview what's left.

Penn State vs. Notre Dame Recap

Finally, we'll end the show with a recap of the team's loss to Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl. What led to the team's second-half collapse against the Irish? We'll discuss what we learned when reviewing the game and get your opinions on the team's final loss in the 2024 season.

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Penn State vs. Notre Dame Orange Bowl Postgame Show: Lions Come Up Short

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The Penn State Nittany Lions came up short in the Orange Bowl, falling to Notre Dame and ending the team's 2024 season. Despite a strong start, the team failed to capitalize on the lead, giving it up in the fourth quarter and, ultimately, losing. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the loss immediately following the final whistle of the semifinal.

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Penn State dominates the trenches but gives up big plays

Penn State's offense got the ball rolling early by generating chunk plays on the ground. The team had 194 yards of offense in the first half and 141 of those came on the ground. The Lions put together two long scoring drives to control the flow.

However, the star of the game in the trenches was injured star Abdul Carter. The pass rusher lined up opposite of his normal position to play with his good shoulder to the inside of the line. He tallied a sack and two TFLs in the first half.

But it wasn't enough. The Penn State offense went silent in the third quarter, with just 25 total yards to Notre Dame's 128. Notre Dame took the lead in the early fourth quarter with a Jerimiyah Love scoring from inside the five yard line.

Penn State bounced back with a scoring drive of its own, but the Irish continued to churn yards on the ground and mix in passes from quarterback Riley Leonard. Despite two interceptions, Leonard threw a touchdown over Cam Miller, who fell over in coverage, allowing a late fourth-quarter score and a field goal drive to lose the game after the Penn State offense went three and out with four minutes left.

Postgame content

After the show, stay put for Penn State head coach James Franklin's postgame press conference. The Nittany Lions leader will address the media following the loss. We'll also have a report from field level from Nate Bauer, Sean Fitz and Greg Pickel, who are at the game. They will recap what they saw during the game and discuss their interactions with players and coaches postgame in their Instant Analysis video.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Notre Dame Game Preview and Predictions

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Thursday night for the right to play in the College Football National Championship. Join the BWI Live Show today as we discuss the latest from the team's trip to the Orange Bowl in Miami, what Lions head coach James Franklin and Irish head coach Marcus Freeman had to say in their joint press conference, plus a game breakdown and prediction!

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The latest from Miami

Blue White Illustrated is in Florida to cover the game, and reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to discuss who he's spoken to and what he knows about what's going on with the team on location. Pickel was at Franklin's press conference and will discuss what he saw and heard from the two team leaders this morning and what he took away from the event.

Penn State vs Notre Dame Game Preview

Finally, we'll preview the matchup between Penn State and Notre Dame. Who will have the advantage on defense? Can the Lions slow down the Irish rushing attack? How about the inverse? Can Penn State's offense crack the code on how to run on Notre Dame's defensive line? We'll preview the strengths and weaknesses of both sides to determine which team has the advantage. Finally, we'll give you our predictions and let you know if we think that Penn State will be moving on to the championship game.

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BWI Live: Will Abdul Carter Heal in Time? | Penn State vs Notre Dame Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Thursday Jan. 9 for the right to take on either Texas or Ohio State in the College Football National Championship. Penn State opened up this critical week of practice on Saturday with head coach James Franklin's press conference, followed by several offensive players. Next, they held open practice on Sunday afternoon. We're recapping all of that, plus previewing the upcoming game on the BWI Live Show.

Join us for an hour of Penn State football talk as we catch up on the breathtaking pace of college football. We'll also have a transfer portal and recruiting news to discuss, plus your questions. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube, catch the replay on the channel, in this article, or wherever you get your podcasts. With the uneven schedule of the playoff, be sure to subscribe and enable notifications so you don't miss any of our live shows or other great content.

Penn State's best player's status up in the air

Penn State head coach James Franklin provided some insight into Abdul Carter's status heading into the game against Notre Dame after suffering an upper body injury against Boise State last week.

"At this point, I don't think there's anything that is stopping him from playing. But it's just -- it's going to come down to, you know, how is he able to play," Franklin said.

We'll discuss the situation in further detail and try to read between the lines. We'll also discuss Carter's status at practice on Sunday to give more details and context to the situation.

Fitz's Recruiting udpate

We'll also briefly pause the game conversation to discuss the latest recruiting information and news from the team-building aspects of Penn State football. The team hosted several transfer portal visitors in the previous few days and has to focus on 2026 recruiting in January. Sean Fitz will discuss the latest news on the site for fans of the YouTube Channel.

However, for the most up-to-date information, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated so you get all of the information about who is visiting when they arrive in Happy Valley.

Between the Lines and Game Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the most interesting and notable comments from Franklin during his Saturday press conference. What context can we learn about Franklin's mindset heading into the game? We'll ask Nate Bauer our Penn State football insider.

We'll close the show by discussing the game and what we think will determine Penn State's chances of winning a national championship.

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BWI Live: Penn Sate vs. Boise State Recap Show: Lions Dominate in the Trenches

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The Penn State Football team defeated Boise State on New Year's Eve in the Fiesta Bowl and advanced to the Semifinals in the College Football Playoff. The team will play either Georgia or Notre Dame, which will be decided on Jan 2. at 4 pm. The game was delayed by the terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Years Day. Today, we'll start with the grim situation and discuss what we know about the general plan for the College Football Playoff, and then discuss Penn State's win.

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Penn State runs over Boise State defense

After the game, Penn State head coach James Franklin expounded on how his running backs played when asked what made them so gret.

"That's Kaytron. Kaytron breaks tackles. He runs people over. He's a physical, physical back. Nick, obviously, if you give him a crease, he has got a chance to go 80 at any minute. So, they're really good complementary backs. They've been playing together for a long time. When we're able to get the outside zone going like we were able to do today, kind of opens everything else up and gets people running sideline to sideline, which creates creases," Franklin said.

We'll discuss the outcome of Penn State's win, and what happened on offense to slow down the team's hot start.

Defense dominates

Next, we'll discuss the team's defensive performance which kept superstar running back Ashton Jeanty. We'll discuss the ways that Penn State went about putting an emphasis on stopping Jenaty and how effective it was.

We'll also discuss what the team gave up to do so. Quarterback Maddux Madsen threw for over 300 yards in the game and kept the Boise State offense churning plays and drives.

Mixed into all of that is the injury to Abdul Carter. How did that affect the game plan, and what will happen next for the Nittany Lions? We'll discuss the somewhat dire situation on the defensive line with the depth heading into a showdown against two teams with strong running games.

Your thoughts about the game

Join us live at 10 a.m. to get your questions and thoughts on the show. We'll take comments from the live YouTube chat and discuss them live on air. We'll also discuss Penn State's schedule for this week and when you can hear from your favorite teams and coaches next.

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Penn State vs Boise State Postgame Show: Lions Advances to Orange Bowl

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The Penn State Nittany Lions advanced to the semifinals of the College Football Playoff on New Year's Eve with a victory over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl. We'll discuss the win and the meaning it holds for the program on the Labatt Postgame Show. Join Penn State football expert Sean Fitz as we discuss the biggest moments from the game and the things that ended up deciding the victory. We're live immediately following the conclusion of the game.

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Penn State gets the job done

It wasn't perfect, but Penn State dominated Boise State in enough facets of the game to get the win. The Lions did what most thought was impossible and kept Ashton Jeanty contained for the entirety of the Fiesta Bowl. The superstar tailback managed only 96 yards on 24 carries before Penn State put the game out of reach in the fourth quarter. The team did it without star linebacker Abdul Carter, who went down with a shoulder injury in the first quarter and did not return. Overall, the team racked up eight tackles for loss to keep Jeanty contained before he got going.

Offensively, Penn State used another strong game from Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton to power the win. Allen was his typical gritty self, grinding out 15 carries for 131 yards. Singleton contributed a 58-yard touchdown to seal the game.

BWI Live: Penn State vs Boise State Preview: Can Lions Push Deeper Into CPF Territory?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces off against Boise State in the 2024 Fiesta Bowl in Arizona tomorrow. Join the BWI Live Show as we discuss the team's chances of winning and advancing to the semifinals of the College Football Playoff. Penn State football expert Sean Fitz joins the show to talk about the latest in recruiting, and give his prediction of the game.

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Penn State lands in Arizona

Penn State arrived at the Fiesta Bowl on Saturday evening to begin the weekend festivities. However, head coach James Franklin made it very clear that his is not a vacation for his players.

"We're really not approaching this like a bowl game. This is a playoff game, and I wanted to make sure that our players understood the differences. We're not coming out here for a week, and enjoying the community for a couple of days, and then getting into work. This is a business trip. I want to make sure our guys understand that. It's really been good so far," Franklin said.

We'll discuss the other aspects of the initial wave of quotes and notes that have come from the trip so far. Fitz will also discuss the odds and ends from the recruiting front since our last show on Friday.

Game Preview and predictions

Finally, we'll give our preview of the upcoming game between Penn State and Boise State. We'll break down the key matchups on both sides of the football and give our thoughts about which ones we think will determine the game. Finally, we'll give you our final score predictions.

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BWI Live: Two Penn State RPMs for 2026 Targets | Recapping SMU visitors

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 15:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team has been busy adding players for the future of the program while battling for a shot at a National Championship this year. December is winding down, which means the transfer portal will also close soon. While there are details to come, we're discussing the team's work in the transfer portal and looking back at the recruiting efforts for the home playoff game against SMU. Check out the BWI Live Show on Friday at 10 a.m.

Due to a conflict in scheduling with Penn State practice, today's BWI Live show is prerecorded. Ryan Snyder joins us to discuss those topics, plus let fans know which Class of 2026 players he's putting in an RPM pick for. It's a busy holiday season with programming changes everywhere. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you don't miss when we go live or post content!

Penn State picks up its second wide receiver

The Penn State wide receiver room is getting another addition for the transfer portal class of 2025. Former Troy receiver Devonte Ross announced his plans to join the program on Christmas Eve. We discuss what he did at Troy to get noticed, what he brings to the team, and how he might fit into the receiver room.

Next, we have a longer discussion about the broader situation in the transfer portal and how Penn State is operating in the spending spree going on in portal recruiting.

Regional players visit Penn State for Playoff Game

Penn State could not officially recruit players during the team's first-round home game against SMU last Saturday, but those players were still free to join the program by purchasing tickets and attending the game as fans. We'll discuss which players' families spent their money to visit the team and watch them beat SMU in the opening round.

Finally, we'll discuss the players Snyder thinks will join the program in 2025 for the next recruiting class. He's recently put out two RPM picks and discusses those players on the show.

BWI Holiday Schedule

Join the BWI Live Show on Monday at 10 a.m. for a Fiesta Bowl game preview, we'll discuss the matchups, players and situations that we think will decide the game and then we'll give our predictions to end the show. We'll also discuss your questions in the live chat!

Follow along with Blue White Illustrated on New Year's Eve as we preview the game at 4:30 on the Penn State Football Tailgate Show. We'll break down the game's biggest matchups, discuss the team's chances of winning and highlight the players that will decide the game with former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall.

Finally, end 2024 with the Labatt Postgame Show live immediately following Penn State and Boise State.

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BWI Live:Penn State vs. SMU Recap | Defense, Run Game, Crowd, Fuel Victory

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team advanced to the second round of the College Football Playoff on Saturday in a cold and windy White Out environment at Beaver Stadium. The team defeated the SMU Mustangs for the right to face Boise St. in the Fiesta Bowl on New Year's Eve. Recap and relive the game today with the BWI Live Show. Experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer were at the game on Saturday and give you their thoughts about how the team performed and what it all means for its chances of reaching the championship game.

With the holidays upon us, the BWI Live schedule will shift over the next two weeks. We'll have a live show today and Friday, Dec 27. Then, we'll be back on Dec 30 for a game preview, followed by a recap show later in the first week of January.

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Penn State transfer portal news

Today's show will primarily be a recap of the game, but there's always something else percolating in the background for Penn State football in December. We'll start the show with the latest news, including where former quarterback Beau Pribula will land in the transfer portal. We'll also give you the latest highlights from the recruiting and portal news for the team's acquisition efforts.

White Out Crowd Delivers

Next, we'll discuss the team's win over SMU in the first round of the playoffs. Despite concerns that Beaver Stadium would be half-empty in the leadup to the game, the crowd of over 100,000 fans delivered. We'll discuss the impact of the noise and the cold on SMU. We'll also recap the defensive performance with the defensive line's dominant effort against the Mustangs.

However, one component of that conversation that's missing is the offense. What should fans make of the performance in the cold on Saturday? We'll recap the team's rocky start, the run game's dominance, and another bumpy game from the passing attack.

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Penn State vs. SMU Recap | Defense, Run Game, Crowd, Fuel Victory

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Penn State vs. SMU Postgame Show: Defense and Run Game DOMIANTE SMU

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team defeated the SMU Mustangs at home to advance to the second round of the College Football Playoffs. Join the Labatt Postgame Show immediately following the game to discuss the win, how the team performed, and get your thoughts on the show! We'll be breaking down the key aspects of the game and discussing what's next for the team as they advance to face Boise St. in the Fiesta Bowl on New Year's Eve.

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Penn State takes care of SMU by forcing mistakes

In the Big Ten Championship game, Penn State was the team that made mistakes and turned the ball over. The script flipped on Saturday in the win over SMU. The defense forced three first-half turnovers on interceptions of Kevin Jennings, two of which were returned for touchdowns. Linebackers Dom DeLuca and Tony Rojas fueled a 28-0 first-half surge from the Nittany Lions that put the game out of reach.

The Penn State offense had another sluggish and uneven performance. However, they did enough to complement the defense in the win. The ground game got going with a 25-yard touchdown run by Kaytron Allen in the first half. Overall, it was still a quiet day for the running backs, who failed to crack 100 yards on the day.

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Penn State wrestling is on the cusp of its final competition date during the 2024 portion of its regular season schedule. The No. 1 Nittany Lions head to the Collegiate Wrestling Duals on Sunday in Nashville, Tenn. Head coach Cael Sanderson's team will wrestle Binghamton at 3 p.m. ET, No. 16 Little Rock at 5, and No. 15 Missouri at 7 p.m. ET. This week's Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show previews the match and other top topics. Watch it below, and read on for more Nittany Lions news!

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. SMU Predictions | Will Lions Take the Next Step in the CFP?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against SMU on Saturday in the first round of the College Football Playoff. The team hosts the Mustangs on what's expected to be a cold, windy day at Beaver Stadium. Today, we'll give you our predictions for what we think will happen this weekend. We'll also give you the latest portal and recruiting news from experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay embedded in the article below, on the channel or wherever you get your podcasts!

Penn State Recruiting Update

It's a slow time of year for recruiting, with all but the last bits of Penn State's recruiting efforts in 2025 wrapped up. The portal is open, but the closer we get to game day, the fewer nuggets there are. However, Fitz and Snyder are the best in the business and still have some interesting tidbits to share on the show. Snyder spoke with 2026 wide recevier commit Jerquaden Guildford this week to understand why he pulled the trigger early on Penn State. He'll share parts of that interview and what his inclusion in the upcoming class represents.

Next, we'll discuss Penn State's open practice from Wednesday night. The team opened the doors of Holuba Hall for the media to get a brief glimpse of what was going on between the lines for the Nittany Lions as they prepared for SMU. We'll discuss some takeaways from practice and then discuss some of James Franklin's comments afterward.

Transfer portal

We've discussed the transfer portal daily on the BWI Live show this week. There have been several updates since our last conversation on Wednesday morning, including news about the team's first signee, wide recevier Kyron Hudson. We'll relate that update to you and also discuss what we know about linebacker Kendal Daniels and his potential fit with the program.

Penn State vs SMU game preview and predictions

Of course, the most important event on the calendar for Penn State is the game this weekend. The team has worked since January for the right to play in the College Football Playoff, and that starts on Saturday at noon. We'll preview the game from both sides of the football and give our score predictions to end the show. Join us live and put your thoughts and score predictions in the live chat. We'll answer your questions and give your takes throughout the show!

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. SMU Preview | Latest on the Transfer Portal

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On Tuesday, Penn State football completed a two-day College Football Playoff media blitz to begin its game week against SMU. Now, the focus shifts to the game and the team's ability to win or lose in the first round of the playoff and advance to the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31. On today's show; we'll recap the noteworthy points from Monday and Tuesday, preview the game, and discuss the latest transfer portal activity.

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Penn State vs. SMU: What they said this week

Penn State players spoke with the media on Tuesday as part of the team's media obligations in the playoff. Host Greg Pickel points out an interesting trend that emerged yesterday from the team's top players, including Abdul Carter, Zane Durant, and Nick Singleton. SMU coach Rhett Lashlee also spoke to the media, and we'll review his comments about Penn State and what he had to say about the matchup.

Game Preview

Next, we'll discuss the upcoming game and what we think of the matchup between the two teams. Can Penn State get a decisive win in the cold against a Southern team? We'll discuss the factors and matchups that will decide the outcome of Saturday's game.

Transfer portal activity

While Penn State hasn't signed any new players out of the transfer portal this week, there are plenty of names and news that will interest fans. Former Penn State quarterback Beau Pribula has a list of teams that are potential landing destinations that we'll cover on today's show.

We'll also discuss the latest names that have entered the portal, including USC wide receiver Zachariah Branch. Does he make sense for Penn State, and could the Lions afford him? We'll discuss the wide receiver situation and what that would look like in the offense next year.

Schedule for next week

As we hinted earlier, we'll have a modified holiday schedule next week. We'll recap the game between SMU and Penn State on Monday and discuss the fallout of a win or loss at 10 a.m. on the 23rd. We'll reconvene with a recruiting show on Friday of that week to preview the next wave of recruiting information and transfer portal activity on the 27th.

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BWI Live: Penn State Head Coach James Franklin Calls Out College Football for Broken Process

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is dealing with multiple layers of college football simultaneously. Sunday evening, backup quarterback and offensive contributor Beau Pribula announced that he would transfer and leave the program. The next morning, starter Drew Allar announced his decision to return. All of this is playing out in the roster-building portion of the calendar while Penn State is still playing. Head coach James Franklin addressed all of these ideas during his Monday press confernece ahead of the team's playoff game against SMU.

We'll discuss what Franklin said yesterday, give a preview of the transfer portal work the team is doing, plus preview the upcoming game against the Mustangs on the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. Join the show live or catch the replay embedded below, on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Franklin calls for a massive change to college football.

Yesterday, Franklin discussed the issues that led to Pribula's decision to transfer. The third-year passer wanted to stay with the program but couldn't manage the responsibilities on his plate. Franklin described it as a "no-win" situation and called for a change to the way the sport is run.

"Beau should not be put in this position. Whether we don't play as many games during the season, whether we don't play conference championship games -- which could equal things out for teams not playing them anyway, finish this season so it aligns more with the academic calendar for most institutions because that's part of this pressure as well," Franklin said.

To have a transfer portal/free agency going on right in the middle of the playoffs, there's just a lot of things that don't really make sense.

I know there's been a lot of discussions about maybe a commissioner of college football, but I think it's pretty obvious we need that. We need somebody running college football."

Transfer portal activity

Penn State has hosted several transfer portal targets for the upcoming season. The team gained its first commitment on Monday evening when USC wide receiver Kyron Hudson joined the program for the 2025 season. We'll discuss Hudson's impact on the roster and his ability to make a dent in the team's receiver room next year.

We'll also discuss the latest in Penn State recruiting during Fitz's recruiting update and give a preview of the game against SMU to close the show. Join us live at 10 a.m. to discuss all of that and more on the BWI Live Show!

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BWI Live: BREAKING: Star Penn State Safety KJ Winston Declares for NFL Draft, Shares Injury Details and KJ Winston Reaction

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The Penn State Nittany Lions have an off-week before the 2024 College Football Playoffs start. In the meantime, things are happening in the player acquisition front at a rapid pace. Not only are players entering the transfer portal and visiting teams across the country, but Penn State is still in on critical players in the Class of 2025. The team also handles the breaking news that KJ Winston has declared for the NFL Draft.

Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show to discuss all of that! Penn State football experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder sit down to discuss the latest portal news, team recruiting conversations, and your questions! We'll be live at 10 a.m., and we're taking your questions in the live chat. As always, join the show for all of our content by subscribing to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enabling notifications. That way you're up to date on all of your Penn State Football and recruiting discussions.

Penn State schedule release 2025

Fans have been eagerly waiting to see the upcoming Big Ten schedule for next season, and they finally got it on Wednesday afternoon. If you have yet to see it, we'll show you the schedule and discuss how it plays out for Penn State football next year.

Next, we'll dive into the latest recruiting news from Penn State football. It's been nearly a week since the recruiting staff scored two major upsets, with Andrew Olesh and Jerquaden Guilford signing on with the program. While Olesh is an immediate addition, Guildford is a Class of 2026 recruit. Our experts will discuss at length what they think of the two and how they change the future prospects of the tight end and wide receiver rooms.

Of course, the biggest prize left on the market in Elite 11 finalist quarterback Bryce Baker. How does the extended head coaching search change the picture for Penn State with the 6-2 passer? We'll give the latest on what we know from that front.

Transfer portal and recruiting udpate

Finally, we'll dig into the latest news regarding the transfer portal. Penn State is officially linked to defensive tackle David Blay and wide receiver Eric Rivers. We'll discuss those names, plus an additional player you may not have heard of. Finally, we'll let you know where the rest of the unofficial names are and how you can get that information from Blue White Illustrated.

We'll close the show featuring Snyder and Fitz's conversations with the Penn State recruiting staff.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Surprise BJC Dual, Preview of Wyoming

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Penn State wrestling is 2-0 after beating Lehigh handily last Sunday at the PPL Center in Allentown. It returns to the mat this weekend to host Wyoming. We look back at the latest win and ahead to the next matchup on this week's Nittany Lions wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this episode with top takeaways from the victory over the Mountain Hawks. Penn State won nine of 10 bouts. Freshman Luke Lilledahl had a highlight win over Lehigh's Sheldon Seymour at 125 pounds while sophomore Josh Barr beat former Nittany Lion and Lehigh senior Michael Beard by major decision at 197 pounds. What did those results tell us about the outlook for each young Nittany Lion moving forward? Carr and Pickel discuss. Then, they break down what sophomore Braeden Davis' 4-2 to loss to No. 1 Mountain Hawk Ryan Crookham at 133 pounds tells us about where he is at in his new weight class at this early stage of the season. They close out that portion of the show by looking at whether or not the Penn State starting lineup is set in stone yet or not.

From there, the conversation turns to this weekend's opponent, Wyoming. The Cowboys and Nittany Lions will meet for the first time. The dual, which is at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, is now at the Bryce Jordan Center. It moved there from Rec Hall due ot the fact that a women's volleyball postseason event is now being held at the usual home of Nittany Lion wrestling.

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Early Penn State Portal Activity | SMU Preview

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The transfer portal opened earlier this week, and a flood of names poured out of social media during the first several days of the week. Those players, many of whom are on teams that are done playing football for the year, are looking for new homes. Meanwhile, Penn State football marches on in the College Football Playoff, hosting SMU on Dec. 21. So, how does Penn State navigate the current schedule mess in college football? The team is trying to prepare for its first-ever playoff appearance while simultaneously setting up the next one.

We'll do the same during today's BWI Live Show. Reporter Greg Pickel joins the program to discuss the latest news in the transfer portal and beyond. We'll highlight Penn State's early portal targets that we know about and discuss the players that have exited the Nittany Lion's program.

Next, we'll discuss Pickel's reporting on Penn State safety KJ Winston. Will the star defender be able to make it back for a deep playoff run? Pickel asked head coach James Franklin on Sunday, and we'll discuss the answer.

Finally, the 2025 schedule comes out later today, and we'll preview what we know about it.

Penn State vs. Oregon Recap

We discussed the Big Ten Championship game on the Tuesday BWI Live Show, but we'll let Pickel have the last word on the game. What did he think led to the team's loss? We'll take one last look back before moving forward to the next game on the schedule.

SMU Preview

Finally, we'll discuss the upcoming game between Penn State and SMU in the first round of the playoff. We'll discuss what we know about the Mustangs, how they play, and what sort of challenges they bring to the field for Penn State's offense and defense. We'll also take your questions and discuss your thoughts on the show! Join us live at 10 a.m. and drop your comments into the live chat. Pickel will select the best questions and comments to read on air.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Oregon Recap | Latest on Coaching Movement

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team lost to Oregon but may have won the war in the College Football Playoff. The team lost in the Big Ten Championship Game and found itself in the sixth seed of the CFP bracket on Sunday afternoon, hosting SMU on Dec 21. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll recap the game and the flurry of Penn State news since the final whistle and discuss your questions in the live chat.

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Penn State retains major piece for the playoff and beyond

The Penn State coaching staff retained a key part of its makeup on Monday evening when offensive coordiantor Andy Kotelnicki announced that he was staying with the program. West Virginia was reportedly after the first-year coordinator in recent days. We'll discuss the impact of having Kotelnicki stay with the program for the postseason run and beyond.

We'll also discuss the possibility of Penn State keeping quarterback Drew Allar and Kotelnicki together for one more season. Reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will discuss what they know of the situation as it unfolded and what you should expect from coordinators who find success, such as Kotelnicki.

Fitz's recruiting update

Friday was a busy day for the Nittany Lions. Even before the team kicked off against Oregon on Saturday, the team secured several wins over the weekend. Andrew Olesh, a four-star tight end and top player in Pennsylvania, chose Penn State on Friday afternoon. What does it mean for the program to flip the top player in the state from rival Michigan? Fitz will also discuss the impact of 2026 wide receiver Jerquaden Guilford, who also committed on Friday.

Finally, there's one outstanding commitment left in the Class of 2025. Quarterback Bryce Baker has yet to make a decision on his future, with North Carolina delaying its decision on a new head coach. Fitz will discuss the impact of the delay and its effect on Penn State's chances to land the Elite 11 finalist.

Penn State vs Oregon Recap

While it's nearly old news with all of the events that have happened since Saturday night, it's still important to look back at Penn State's performance in the Big Ten Championship game against Oregon. We'll discuss what we can and can't take away from the game when discussing how the offense and defense performed against the number one team in the country.

Finally, we'll discuss the other news coming out of this past weekend including the transfer portal opening on Monday and fans finding out the fate of several key players for the postseason.

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Penn State College Football Playoff Seeding Reaction Show

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On Sunday afternoon, the Penn State Nittany Lions football team discovered its destiny in the College Football Playoff. The committee rewarded the team's Big Ten schedule and its close losses to Ohio State and Oregon with the sixth seed in the playoff bracket. Penn State fell only one spot after losing in the Big Ten Championship game to fourth in the overall playoff rankings. With the conference champions getting byes into the first round, Penn State was the second non-conference champion in the playoff, behind Texas in the fifth spot.

Join the Penn State Football Playoff Seeding Reaction Show as we discuss the team's first-round matchup against the 11th-seeded SM Mustangs, who beat out Alabama for the final spot in the playoff bracket. Blue White Illustrated experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer join the show live from Indianapolis to discuss how the playoff committee handled the playoff bracket, their thoughts about Penn State's matchup with SMU, and the team's overall chances of making a run at a national championship.

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Did Penn State get the best possible path?

As Bauer pointed out during the run-up to conference championship weekend, the biggest debate around college football would be about penalizing participation in those games. Penn State was not penalized for losing to the top-ranked team. ESPN's Reece Davis asked Playoff Committee Chairman Ward Manuel about just how fair it was for Oregon and Penn State to get drastically different paths foward.

"It turns out, the way things have fallen, it might be the six seed instead that is deemed more advantageous. Oregon, the only undefeated team in the country. You guys have deemed them the best team in this playoff. They are the Big Ten champions, and they just beat Penn State. And then when you look at their quarter-final game against either Ohio State or Tennessee, it might be that the ducks have a more disadvantageous road than the six-seed Penn State does in taking on an SMU team that barely made it in, and Boise State, who is not quite as highly ranked."

Manuel deferred answering the question, saying that it was his committee's job to rank the top 25 teams in the country. From there, the rules of automatic byes in the playoffs changed the picture for teams in the field. But it stands to reason that Penn State's path is favorable.

We discuss those notions on the show as well.

What we know about SMU

From there, we discuss what we know about the first-round matchup with SMU, which will be held at Beaver Stadium on Dec. 21st. We give you a quick preview of the players you need to know and how the team has played so far this season.

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Penn State vs. Oregon Big Ten Title Postgame Show

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team fell to the top-ranked Oregon Ducks in the Big Ten Championship game on Sunday night. Now, the program is at the College Football Playoff Committee's mercy regarding where it will play next in two weeks. Join the Labatt Postgame Show to discuss the loss and Penn State's chances at making a run deep into the playoff. We'll discuss what happened and why to give fans a better understanding of the game.

We'll also be taking your questions and comments throughout the show! Join the live chat to discuss the game. If you haven't, now is a great time to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications. We'll provide extensive postseason coverage of the Nittany Lions this winter.

Penn State doesn't get it done vs. Top Five Team

Penn State's defense could not have gotten off to a worse start against Oregon. The Nittany Lions' normally stout front was gashed on the first two drives as Oregon rushed out to an explosive lead. Oregon's speed was too much for the team as they got their explosive athletes into space and raced out to 31 points in the first half, including an 11-point lead early in the second quarter.

But from there, the Penn State offense came roaring back. Unlike previous big games, the offense was the side of the football that held the line for the Nittany Lions, going toe-to-toe with the Ducks and scoring 24 points before halftime.

However, Oregon's explosiveness was too much for the Penn State defense. The Ducks passing attack went off with electric slot receiver Tez Johnson going for 181 yards in the game. Allar threw an interception with under two minutes left in the game to seal the game for the Ducks.

What's next for the Nittany Lions?

Penn State will await its fate on Sunday afternoon to find out its seeding in the first round of the inaugural 12-team playoff. Before then, hear what head coach James Franklin had to say about the game during his postgame press conference. Check that out by following the show on the BWI YouTube Channel. Then, recap the game with our reporters out at Lucas Oil Stadium in our Instant Analysis series. Greg Pickel, Nate Bauer, and Sean Fitz will discuss what they saw during the game and their conversations with players and coaches afterward.

Once the team finds out its playoff fate, join our reaction show, which will be live on YouTube on Sunday afternoon. We'll provide initial feedback about the matchup and Penn State's path to a potential run deep into the playoff. Be sure to enable notifications on your subscription so that you know when we go live.

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Penn State Wresting Show: Aaron Nagao Injury Update | Lehigh preview

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A new episode of the Penn State wrestling show is now live! Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel cover plenty of ground on this week's show ahead of the No. 1 Nittany Lions' return to the mat on Sunday. They travel to the PPL Center in Allentown then to take on Lehigh. The dual meet starts at 2 p.m. and will be streamed by FLO.

This week's show covers the Lions' second dual meet of the season. First, though, it looks at the situation at 133 pounds. Braeden Davis did not compete at the Army Black Knight Invitational for presumed injury precaution reasons after tweaking his knee in the dual opener against Drexel. He should be back this weekend, though, for a shot at No. 1 Mountain Hawk Ryan Crookham.

Davis bumped up to 133 this year after competing at 125 as a freshman. Part of that was natural. But, the Lions also had a hole in that weight class after losing incumbent starter Aaron Nagao to a long-term injury earlier this year.

After that conversation, Carr and Pickel dive into the latest on the starting spot battles at 157 and 197 pounds. Are they Tyler Kasak's and Joshua Barr's jobs' to lose? Pickel weighs in. The show closes with a look at the Lions' trip to Lehigh and the top matchups we expect to see.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Oregon B1G Championship Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces off against Oregon in the Big Ten Championship Game on Saturday, fighting for a college football playoff bye. Join the BWI Live Show as we preview the game from every angle. Veteran Penn State reporter Sean Fitz discusses his view of the matchups and gives his prediction on today's show. Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State practice update

The Penn State Nittany Lions held open practice on Wednesday, and as always, Blue White Illustrated was out in force to see it. Fitz will discuss what he observed on the defensive side of the football, and we'll recap the offensive notes from yesterday. If you want to get the full, detailed report, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and check out the notes on the offense and the notes on the defense from Wednesday night.

We'll review which players were at practice, what we think of the team's depth heading into the game, and more!

It's been eight years since the Penn State football team went to the Big Ten Championship game and won in 2016 against Wisconsin. Franklin was not interested in discussing the potential program-wide benefits of winning the title again.

"Great opportunity, playing the number one team in the country. We're excited about that. That's what we control. That's what we're focused on, not focused on anything else. I mean, I understand the question, I appreciate the question, but we're just focused on trying to beat the number one team in the country, Oregon, in Indianapolis, in the Big 10, and just totally focused on that, and not any of the other scenarios or discussions."

We'll discuss Franklin's other comments that stood out from Wednesday evening.

Big Ten Championship preview

However, we are interested in those discussions. Today, we're breaking down the team's chances to beat the top-ranked team in the country by discussing the matchups between Penn State and Oregon. We'll discuss which players and matchups will help shape the game and what the Lions need to do to secure victory.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. to get your thoughts and predictions on the show! We'll give you our best guess at the final score to end the show and want to hear your thoughts. Drop your score prediction into the live chat and we'll discuss them in our final segment.

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Penn State Football Signing Day Special

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The Penn State Nittany Lions signed the bulk of it's Class of 2025 on Wednesday morning, capping of several years of work to build the next wave of Nittany Lions. Today, we'll talk about their work on the Blue White Illustrated Signing Day Special. Join recruiting insider Ryan Snyder has he discusses the class from every angle. We'll talk your questions and comments live on air for the hour long recap show.

Join the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel for a stacked week of football coverage. We'll have James Franklin's weekly Wednesday press conference as his team prepares for the Big Ten Championship Game on Saturday against Oregon. Then, we'll preview the game on Thursday in our typical BWI Live Show slot at 10 am. Stay tuned for our traditional Saturday coverage before and after the game. Then Sunday, we'll go live with our reactions to Penn State's seeding in the innaugural 12-team College Football Playoff!

Class overview

We'll start the show by reviewing the 26-play class that Penn State collected on Wendesday. What stands out about the group and what characteristics does it take on, now that the majority of the work is complete? Snyder will give his thoughts on the storyline of this group.

We'll also discuss the journey this class took from June and July through the early part of the 2024 college football season. After a somewhat dissapointing end to the summer recruiting push, the team made up for it by getting big flips and commitments during August and July. We'll discuss which players ended up changing the feelings of this group.

Penn State Class of 2025 Superlatives

We'll also discuss the team superlatives for this group. Which players have the most upside? Which players are the most underated? How about the players who were the biggest surprise additions to the class? Snyder will give out his awards during the middle porition of the show.

But no class is complete and there are always misses along the way. Which ones will sting Penn State the most when looking back at this group in the following years? We'll discuss that, and then end on a positive note with the biggest hits among the group.

What's next for the recruiting class

Finally, we'll discuss the next steps for this group. Will there be more players added to the list in the next few months? Players can still sign after Wednesday, including several, including Bryce Baker and Andrew Olesh. Join the show live at 2:30 to find out that, and more!

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BWI Live: Can Penn State Battle Oregon In The Trenches?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are hard at work splitting time between two important tasks today. The recruiting staff is signing it's 2025 recruiting class this morning, bringing to a close several years of hard work. Meanwhile, the rest of the coaching staff is busy preparing for the upcoming game with Oregon in the Big Ten Championship Game. Much like the Nittany Lions, we're splitting our time today as well. We'll recap the class today on our 2025 signing day special at 2:30. But in the meantime, we're continuing our preview of the upcoming game against Oregon today at 10.

Join the BWI Live Show as we dip into the mailbag and discuss fan's questions about the upcoming game. Can Penn State battle with Oregon's big, physical defensive line? We'll break down those matchups and discuss which players are pivotal to Penn State's chances of scoring.

We'll also discuss how the Penn State defense can slow down Dillon Gabriel and the electric passing attack that the Ducks deploy. Join the show to get your questions on the show!

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Oregon | An Unlikely Matchup in the Big Ten Championship Game

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The penn State Nittany Lions Football team is in the Big Ten Championship game and will face No. 1 ranked Oregon for the right to earn a bye in the College Football Playoff. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we discuss the team's journey to get here, its next opponent, and more.

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Penn State vs. Oregon: First look preview

We'll start the show today by discussing the upcoming matchup between Oregon and Penn State. Senior football reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will give their initial thoughts on the upcoming game and what they expect from Penn State's next opponent.

We'll also begin an early preview of the offense and defense for Oregon to give fans an idea of how the number one team in the country plays on offense and defense. We'll discuss some first impressions of the film, and where there might be weaknesses to exploit.

Fitz's recruiting update

It's a very busy week for recruiting with the last game of the season on Saturday and signing day on Wednesday. Have the Nittany Lions done enough to flip the team's top recruiting targets? Fitz will give you the latest on UNC quarterback Bryce Baker's visit, the latest RPM from the past weekend, and more!

Fitz published his S Zone article on Monday, giving subscribers a fresh look at the situation behind the secenes.

Between the Lines

Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media on Sunday as part of the Big Ten Championship press confernece. We've broken down his comments and their meaning in our featured "Between The Lines" article from Monday. Thanks to Bauer, we'll recap the highlights of that and give more insight into comments we didn't cover.

Transfer portal opens

Finally, Penn State has one player who has officially announced his intention to enter the transfer portal. We'll discuss the portal situation with Jerry Cross and how the team handles that aspect of team building while in postseson mode.

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State Punches Ticket to Big Ten Championship Game with win over Maryland

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team defeated the Maryland Terrapins on Senior Day to close out the 2024 college football regular season. The team is 11-1 and has guaranteed itself a spot in the College Football Playoff and Big Ten Title game with the win. It will also likely host a home game in the process, meaning this was not the last time that the Nittany Lions seniors will play a game at Beaver Stadium.

Celebrate this historic moment by joining the Labatt Postgame Show to discuss the win and what's next for the Penn State Football team. We'll talk about the win, which young players stood out during the final regular season game, and what is next for the program. You can join the show live to get your thoughts on air by dropping a comment in the live chat. If you can't get to the show live, catch the replay on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, embedded in this article, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Penn State handles Maryland

The start of the game could not have gone worse for Penn State, coming off the news that Ohio State lost to Michigan, opening a path to the Big Ten Championship Game. Running back Nick Singleton fumbled the opening snap on offense, which set up a 25-yard touchdown pass to Kaden Prather for the Maryland offense.

It took a few more drives to get the offensive rhythm together, but Penn State eventually put up 31 points on Maryland in the first half, fueled by 28 in the second quarter.

Part of Penn State's success came down to terrible mistakes from the Terps and great field position, thanks to defensive turnovers. The defense, led by Abdul Carter, secured three sacks and two turnovers, leading to the turnaround.

The team failed to secure more distance through the third quarter, but the defense held Maryland down with just 27 yards of total offense. The Penn State offense scored in the early fourth quarter to end its day before the backups came in for good.

Next up for the Nittany Lions

Penn State will now await the fate of the College Football Playoff selection committee next Sunday, Dec. 8. The selection show starts at noon and will reveal the 12-team playoff bracket and matchups for the first round. Once Penn State learns its fate, we'll go live on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel with our reactions to the seeding and opponent.

Join the show live and don't miss any of our content between then and now by subscribing to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Enable notifications so you know when we go live weekly, after games, and with breaking news. We'll also have signing day coverage on the channel on Wednesday and Thursday of this coming week.

Penn State vs. Maryland Postgame Show: Lions Punch Ticket to Big Ten Championship Game

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BWI Live: How did Penn State RT Nolan Rucci play against Minnesota? Playoff picture update

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team found its spot in the latest College Football Playoff rankings last night, and the news is as good as you could want. The team remained fourth in the among the top 25 teams in college football after a narrow 26-25 win over Minnesota on Saturday.

Why are the Nittany Lions still so high on the list? Also, how can the team close out the season strong against Maryland this weekend? We're discussing how the team replaces several key players who were lost for the season against the Gophers on today's show. Join the BWI Live Wednesday show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get your questions and comments in the live chat!

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Penn State remains static in the CFP

Penn State got more good news on Tuesday night when the College Football Playoff committee kept the team in their fourth-place spot. While some argued that Notre Dame should leapfrog the Nittany Lions after an impressive victory over Army, the committee disagreed.

We'll discuss what that means for the team heading into the last week of the regular season, where there are still faint hopes for the Big Ten title game up for grabs if things play out a certain way. However, with that being an unlikely outcome, we'll discuss the current picture of where the team would land in the playoff, given the current seeding.

Is this an ideal scenario for Penn State to make a deep run?

Final week of football

But with that news still on the horizon, the game at hand matters the most. Penn State faces Maryland this weekend and will try to secure it's first 11-1 season under head coach James Franklin. The team holds practice on Wendesday afternoon and we'll preview the information we'd like to gather during the last open viewing of the team's work for the 2024 regular season.

Which players need to be healthy for the stretch run? We'll give our thoughts about what we want to hear from Franklin after practice.

Sunday Film Study

Finally, we'll review how Penn State handled the loss of Anthony Donkoh in-game by examining the effect that backup right tackle Nolan Rucci had on the game. We'll give an overview of how he performed and discuss the potential scenarios of how the team will replace Alonzo Ford at defensive tackle.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Minnesota Recap: A Costly Victory for Nittany Lions

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is 10-1 after a win over Minnesota on the road this past weekend. The team enters the final week of the regular season against a 4-7 Maryland team on the cusp of its first-ever College Football Playoff bid. But not everything went smoothly in Minnesota this past weekend. The team suffered a significant blow on both sides of the line of scrimmage, losing players to long-term injuries. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss the win, the injuries to Anthony Donkoh and Alonzo Ford, and your questions throughout the show.

Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get your thoughts and questions on the show via the live chat. We'll also feature questions from the Blue White Illustrated message board in the BWI Mailbag to end the show.

Penn State vs. Minnesota recap

Penn State defeated Minnesota 26-25 on Saturday in a closer-than-anticipated outcome. The victory also came with a costly price. Penn State head coach James Franklin announced that both starting right tackle Anthony Donkoh and key reserve defensive tackle Alonzo Ford sustained long-term injuries during the win.

How does Penn State replace them for the coming game against Maryland and beyond? We'll discuss the impact of the loss and the long-term implications of losing a player in Ford that many expected to start in 2025.

From there, we'll discuss the rest of the game and what we might have learned since re-watching the game.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

It was also a massive weekend for recruiting news, with several surprise situations cropping up for Penn State. What's the situation with Jayden Woods? What other unexpected things happened this weekend? We'll discuss that in our weekly recruiting update with Sean Fitz.

We're just over a week away from National Signing Day, and there's plenty of intrigue with one final weekend to host potential flip targets heading into decision day.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll discuss your questions about last week's game, the season at large and, of course, the Penn State wide receivers. Each Tuesday, we end the show by opening up the BWI Mailbag and answering questions from fans of the show and members on the Blue White Illustrated message board. Join us live to hear those questions and to ask your own!

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Penn State vs. Minnesota Recap: A Costly Victory for Nittany Lions

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Army Black Knight Invitational Recap

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Penn State wrestling sent 22 competitors to the Army Black Knight Invitational on Sunday in West Point, N.Y. The Nittany Lions rolled as expected. Head coach Cael Sanderson’s team won or shared nine of the 10 weight class titles. On today's Penn State Wrestling Show, Greg Pickel and Thomas Frank Carr recap the win and what we learned about the Penn State lineup for 2024-2025.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Minnesota Postgame Show: Sloppy Game Turns Into Win

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Saturday to advance to 10-1. Penn State is one win away from its first 11-1 finish under head coach James Franklin. Join the Labatt Postgame Show immediately following the conclusion of the game to discuss how the Lions got the win, the key players, and more! We'll be talking to you in the live chat throughout the show to hear what you thought of the performance.

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Penn State gets the job done despite sloppy start

The Penn State team played an uncharacteristically sloppy game in the first half against Minnesota. The team had a blocked punt and extra point in the closing minutes of the first half, leading to nine points in the final two minutes.

The offense struggled to run the ball, gaining just 19 positive yards in the first half on the ground. In turn, quarterback Drew Allar did most of the heavy lifting, passing for 159 yards in the first half and running it in from four yards out of a score that put Penn State within one before reserve defensive tackle Kale Artis allowed the extra point to be blocked and returned for a touchdown.

The defense put together more of its third-quarter magic. After an opening drive for a field goal, the Lions forced back-to-back three-and-outs, allowing the offense the breathing room for a touchdown drive to go ahead with the lead in the fourth quarter.

After a close call on the second drive of the fourth quarter, the Penn State defense held at the goal line to force a field goal that cut the lead from four to one.

Penn State's offense iced the game after that with a scoring drive.

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The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is now live! This week's episode recaps the Lions' week that was, covers a recruiting victory, and looks ahead to this weekend's trip to West Point, N.Y.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and Greg Pickel start with a conversation about the season-opening weekend. Four of five Nittany Lions won their exhibition bouts at the NWCA All-Star Classic. Then, the Nittany Lions pounded Drexel 41-3. What were the top things we learned? The discussion focuses on how familiar wrestlers performed in their new weight classes, Shayne Van Ness' return from injury to dominate in the NWCA All-Star Classic, Braeden Davis' injury, and more.

From there, the conversation turns ahead to Cael Sanderson's most recent news conference. What did we learn? Carr and Pickel discuss top takeaways from it, including an update on Davis' status, the head coach's thoughts on star freshman Luke Lilledahl, the decision timeline to pick a starter at 197 pounds (which surely applies to 157, too), and more.

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BWI Live: Penn State Faces Flip Challenge of Latest Commit | Minnesota Game Preview

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Penn State football has one more away game this year and more importantly, one more home game to engage with recruits at Beaver Stadium for the 2025 recruiting class. Things are coming down to the wire for the Nittany Lions, and we're discussing that and the latest news on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

Join us today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to join the conversation. Or, you can catch the replay on your favorite podcast app, on the channel or embedded in this article. With signing day just days away, there's no better time to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated. Get the latest news in the fast-paced final weeks leading up to National Signing Day.

Penn State head coach James Franklin responds to CFP criticism

The Big Ten has four teams in the top five of the College Football Playoff Rankings, with the Nittany Lions coming in fourth. There's been significant backlash from the national media about the situation. Recently, however, SEC coaches have also taken issue with the top-heavy rankings. After practice, Penn State head coach James Franklin responded to that criticism. Today, we'll discuss Franklin's response to start the show. We'll also recap yesterday's practice.

Penn State Recruiting news

After the team's two-week recruiting surge to start November, things have settled down, leading to signing day. But there are sharks in the water after Ohio State commit Zahir Mathis decommitted from the program. The Buckeyes offered recent Penn State commit and Ohio native Chaz Coleman this week.

What's the danger of the Buckeyes flipping the ultra-athletic edge defender from the Lions right before signing day? We'll discuss the situation with recruiting experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder on today's show.

We'll also continue our conversation from Tuesday about the latest Class of 2025 rankings and the players that moved up and down the list. Snyder spoke with On3 Recruiting director Charles Power about Coleman and tackle Malachi Goodman. He'll share the highlights of those conversations on today's show.

There are more storm clouds on the horizon, too. Top 2026 commit Messiah Mickens showed up on the sidelines of an SEC game this past weekend. We'll discuss the level of concern about the in-state star flirting with other schools.

Minnesota game preview

Finally, we'll discuss this weekend's upcoming game against Minnesota. The Nittany Lions are the favorite but ghosts of trips past to Minneapolis still haunt Pen State fans. What are the biggest matchups that will determine the game? What should fans expect on both sides for the Nittany Lions?

We're breaking down the game and giving our predictions on the show. Join us to get your thoughts and score predictions on the show!

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BWI Live: Top Five Penn State Freshmen Who Stood Out Last Week | Minnesota Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces Minnesota on the road for the team's final away game of the 2024 regular season. Once again, the Gophers stand in Penn State's way of a potential College Football Playoff berth with a stingy defense at home late in the year. What should fans know about the team and the matchup? We'll discuss that, plus review which freshmen stood out during the team's blowout win over Purdue last weekend.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube, and catch the replay wherever you get your podcasts or embedded in this article. Never miss a show by subscribing to our podcast feed or YouTube Channel.

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Penn State tiebreaker scenarios for Big Ten Championship Game

In 2016, Penn State had an unlikely opportunity to make the Big Ten championship game. It required winning out and several other games to break its way in the final weeks of the season. Miraculously, that happened. So, could it happen again? The team is 9-1 heading into the final two weeks of the regular season, and we'll start the show by discussing the tiebreaker scenarios that the team would need to win in order to secure a spot in Indianapolis.

From there, we'll preview Penn State practice on Wednesday night and which players we're expecting to see and monitor at practice. Check out the Blue White Illustrated message board for more on later in the evening.

Penn State vs. Minnesota: Is the Gopher's defense good?

Next, we'll dive into a preview of this weekend. The Minnesota defense is one of the most opportunistic units in the Big Ten. Today, we'll unmask the Gopher's defense, how they play, and how Penn State could attack this group. We'll also discuss if the team can get production from its wide receivers in a game against primarily zone coverage.

Sunday Film Study: Young players that stood out

Finally, we'll review the end of the game between Penn State and Purdue. The Nittany Lions finally got its young talent on the field in a blowout, and we got our first extended look at some of the freshmen in the Class of 2024. We'll count down the top five freshmen who made an impact and discuss any other players you'd like to know about! Join the live chat during the show to ask a question and have it answered on air!

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BWI Live: Penn State Passing Game vs. Minnesota Secondary | Purdue Recap

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Much has happened for the Penn State Nittany Lions football team since the last BWI Live Show on Thursday. The team went to Purdue, defeated the Boilermakers 49-10, returned home and now faces its final road test against Minnesota. Penn State head coach James Franklin also spoke with reporters yesterday to discuss those events and preview the upcoming game.

We'll discuss all of that, plus your questions in the BWI Mailbag on today's show! Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to ask your questions in the live chat. If you can't make the show, you can always watch it on replay on the channel, embedded in this article, or listen on your favorite podcast platform. For Blue White Illustrated fans on the On3 App, you can now find out podcast feed on the bottom menu of the app!

Penn State handles Purdue on the road

The Nittany Lions went out and took care of business against a 1-8 Purdue team on Saturday, putting together its most complete performance of the season. We'll quickly recap that game and discuss the major takeaway from the weekend

Next, recruiting expert Sean Fitz will give us the latest intel and information on Fitz's recruiting update. The newest rankings for the Class of 2025 came out on Monday and Penn State had several players make significant jumps up the list. We'll discuss which critical recruits had a surge in the rankings and what it means for the class ranking and the opinion of the group.

Between the Lines

Next, we'll discuss Franklin's Monday press conference and the most illuminating or interesting comments Franklin made on Monday. Fitz and senior editor Nate Bauer will read between the lines of Franklin's comments to tell fans what he's truly saying. Today, we'll discuss the team's lack of turnovers and why the upcoming Minnesota defense gets so many more than Penn State. Next, well discuss how we all sat through a Franklin recruiting pitch and which player that pitch was directed towards.

Finally, we'll unpack Franklin's comments and compliments about starting quarterback Drew Allar. Franklin spoke at length about the abilities and virtues of his signal caller after a reporter asked about the adversity he's faced this year and his play through those moments.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll answer your questions in the BWI Mailbag. Fans want to know more about multiple topics bouncing around the Penn State echosphere. Today's topics include Corey Smith's standout performance, more discussion of the wide receivers, J'ven Williams playing guard and more!

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Lions Dominate In COMPLETE Performance

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team defeated the Purdue Boilermakers on Saturday afternoon in West Lafayette. Join the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel to discuss the win and what's next for the team as they head into the final two weeks of the 2024 regular season. We'll discuss what happened, the key players, and how the young talent performed for Penn State. We'll also take your questions and comments on the Labatt Postgame Show.

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Penn State dominates bottom-dweller in the Big Ten

Penn State raced out to a 21-3 lead over Purdue in the first half of the game, powered by two efficient and effective drives to start the game. Penn State quarterback Drew Allar went 10-10 for 116 yards and a touchdown to start things off while the team averaged 6.4 yards per carry in the first half.

However, two stalled three-and-out drives stymied the scoring fest heading into halftime. But unlike last week against Washington, Penn State's offense didn't blink after halftime. The offense scored three times in the third quarter including two explosive runs from Tyler Warren and Beau Pribula and a 46-yard touchdown pass from Allar to Trey Wallace to end the day for the starting offense.

Warren was once again the star of the game for the Nittany Lions. The Penn State tight end caught all eight of his targets for 127 yards and a touchdown. He also added in 63 yards and a score on the ground, bringing his game total to 190 yards and two touchdowns.

Abdul Carter does it again

It wasn't a perfect night from the Penn State defense, but it was close. The backup linebackers and secondary entered the game with a 21-3 lead but gave up a field goal scoring drive in the second quarter.

Beyond that, it was a long day, once again, for this 1-9 Purdue team. Abdul Carter was once again the star on defense, racking up five tackles, two tackles for loss, and multiple quick pressures that ended plays for Purdue.

Penn State Wrestling Show: What we Learned From Media Day And The Early Signing Period

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The eyes of the college wrestling world will turn toward State College this weekend. The No. 1 Penn State wrestling team opens its 2024-2025 season and NCAA title defense on Sunday when Drexel visits for a 1 p.m. ET dual meet. Of course, that is not the only event Rec Hall is hosting this weekend. One day earlier, the NWCA All-Star Classic, an exhibition event featuring top wrestlers from around the country, will feature 16 bouts, five of which will feature a Nittany Lion.

On today's Penn State wrestling show, we preview the season, recap media day and discuss where Penn State stands after the early signing day for the Class of 2025.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Purdue Preview | White Out Recruiting Recap

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The Penn State Nittany Lions face the Purdue Boilermakers this weekend in the first of a two-game road trip to start the final stage of the 2024 regular season. The Nittany Lions are 8-1 and face the 1-8 Boilermakers at 3:30 this weekend. However, that's not all that's been happening this week. We're still in the afterglow of the team's White Out recruiting effort last weekend against Washington. Today, we'll discuss both on the BWI Live Recruiting Show!

Join recruiting experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder for an hour of recruiting discussion about the latest news and visit recaps. Make sure you never miss an episode of the live show by subscribing to Blue White Illustrated's YouTube Channel. Enable notifications so you get an alert when we're about to go live.

Penn State practice recap

Penn State football opened practice to the media yesterday as the team put its final preparations on the game plan for this weekend. We'll discuss what we saw and heard, including what head coach James Franklin said about where his team needs to improve over the final three games. You'll hear from the head coach himself on the show, or you can check out the full press conference on our YouTube channel.

Penn State recruiting news

One of Penn State's top targets in the last several cycles got great news this week. Potential five-star offensive lineman Kevin Brown was cleared to return to play for Harrisburg this week. Snyder will update fans on the situation and what that means for his future and development.

Next, we'll discuss the reaction to the White Out from last weekend. Which players were there, and how did they take in the sights? Snyder and Fitz have been getting information from players and sources to let you know the most important details about the players excited about the program.

Purdue game preview

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming game. Which players will decide the outcome? Can Penn State finally put together a four-quarter performance? We'll break down the team's strengths and advantages against the lowly Boilermakers. We'll give our score predictions to end the show.

Want to get your predictions on air? Join the live chat during the show and leave your comments, questions, and predictions throughout the hour. We'll put the best of them on air for our experts to answer. Your home for Penn State football talk is Blue White Illustrated!

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BWI Live: Penn State Climbs in the College Football Playoff Rankings | Purdue Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team faces Purdue this weekend to start its final road trip of the 2024 season. The Boilermakers are 1-8 and in the basement of the Big Ten standings. So, what are the expectations for this week? And what is on your mind as a Penn State football fan? We'll be talking to you today in the live chat, plus discussing the latest CFP rankings.

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Penn State climbs in the College Football Playoff Rankings

The Nittany Lions got a good draw this week in the College Football Playoff rankings. Penn State rose to the number four slot after several ranked teams lost last weekend in conference play. What does that mean for the team's chances in the playoffs? Reporter Greg Pickel will give the lay of the land in the second week of the rankings and we'll discuss the future opportunities for the Nittany Lions.

Next, we'll take our eyes off the horizon and focus on today. Penn State opens Wednesday's practice to the media for our weekly view of the team's work. What are we looking for this week, and what do we want to learn from Penn State head coach James Franklin after practice? We'll preview tonight's action.

Penn State snap counts

One of the notable trends this year is that for a team ranked in the top five of the college football world, Penn State does not have many blowout wins. Yes, they've won several games by multiple scores, but the team has yet to put away lesser talent early. While we won't get into all of the reasons why, we will discuss the impact of those longer games on the defensive roster.

Who has played too many snaps this year and thus, needs a break? We'll discuss the two-year snap count comparison from the 2023 season to the 2024 season to find out.

Penn State vs Purdue preview and Breaking News

Finally, we'll take that information and apply it to the game this weekend. We'll discuss which players we expect to get a lighter workload on Saturday against Purdue and which players will replace them. We'll also discuss how Purdue plays and what that means. We know that Penn State should win and win big, but which players need to be a significant part of the success?

Lastly, we'll discuss breaking news that landed before the show.

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BWI Live: Can Penn State DOMINATE The Stretch Run and Get Ready for Playoffs?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team dominated Washington in the 2024 White Out Game on Saturday, setting up a critical stretch run for a team trying to make its first-ever College Football Playoff appearance. Can the team fix its weaknesses in the final months? Join the BWI Live Show to discuss that, recruiting, and much more!

Penn State Football experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer sit down for an hour to discuss the latest in football, recruiting, and your questions. We'll be opening up the BWI Mailbag to end the show, so get your questions into the live chat during the show!

Penn State vs. Washington review

We'll start the show by recapping the game between Penn State and Washington on Saturday and discuss how the team got out to such a hot start on offense and what they did to consistently score touchdowns. Was that the most complete half of football that the team has played? We'll discuss.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

Next, we'll discuss what happened off the field for the Penn State Football team. The program picked up two commitments on Saturday and Sunday. First, four-star offensive lineman Layton von Brandt committed to the Nittany Lions. Fitz will discuss the impact of an offensive line commit two years out from his signing day.

Four-star defensive end Chaz Coleman followed on Sunday night. Check out our breakdown of that commitment from Monday. Fitz will follow up with his thoughts on Coleman's impact.

Finally, we'll review the team's other White Out recruiting news to end the segment.

Between The Lines

Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media on Monday to kick off the team's final road game stretch, starting with Purdue this coming weekend. As is the case when facing a 1-8 team, very few of the questions and answers were about the Boilermakers. Today, we'll focus on the things Franklin said about redshirts, facilities and Hakeem Beamon

On how the team handles redshirts in the final three games:

"The way we look at the green/yellow/red. Green, you're trying to burn. Yellow, you're trying to hold the redshirt if you can. And red is a guy that's most likely going to redshirt. And all those things can changed based on injury.

What I'm saying is we manage this that we now should be at this stage, a lot of these guys be able to play and still be able to keep their redshirt."

Penn State Facilities

Well, what I will say is, number one, I'm appreciative of all the work that's gone in over our 11 years. One of the things I'd like to show you guys at some point is we've taken before-and-after pictures of everything, and I think back all the way to standing on that turf practice field and my back was up against the fence and you guys were asking me questions -- a lot of the same people in the room were asking me questions about facilities. And that was a battle when I first got here.

Beamon

"He's no longer a part of the program. I love Hakeem. Love his mom. It's been probably over seven years from the high school recruiting process and ups and downs and twists and turns and smiles and tears and everything in between. Graduating from Penn State, we're very, very proud of that for him and did a bunch of good things on the field. But he's no longer a part of the team."

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State beats up on Washington

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated the Washington Huskies in the 2024 White Out Game. Join the BWI Live Postgame show immediately following the conclusion of tonight's game. We'll discuss what happened, why it happened and what it means for the team's final stretch of games in the college football regular season.

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Lions get a big win on a big stage

Penn State took out it's loss to Ohio State on Washington, racing out to a 28-0 lead in the first half of the White Out. Quarterback Drew Allar was 14-18 for 140 yards, including 56 yards to wide receiver Trey Wallance.

Tight end Tyler Warren wasn't invisible at the goal line this time; the 260-pound tight end went vertical from the three-yard line to score a touchdown and added another second in the first half.

The scoring slowed down in the second half, with a fumble from Warren on a promising drive to start the third quarter. That led to a field goal from Washington, who benched starter Will Rogers at halftime in favor of the more mobile backup Demond Williams Jr. While Williams Jr. did give the Huskies more breathing room in the run game, he was sacked multiple times in the second half, leading to only six points before Penn State ended the game with a scoring drive in the fourth quarter.

Penn State defensive end Abdul Carter was the player of the night on defense, finally getting his breakout game. He had four tackles for loss and two sacks, plus a forced fumble.

Next up for Penn State and postgame coverage

Penn State is now 8-1 on the season after the win, with a road trip to West Lafayette to face Purdue next weekend. Ohio State blew out the Boilermakers on Saturday afternoon, with Purdue falling 45-0 to fall to 1-8 on the season. The Nittany Lions will be the favorite in all of its final three games of the regular season. Stay tuned to the Blue-White Illustrated YouTube Channel postgame for more, including James Franklin's postgame press conference, instant analysis from our reporters at the game, and quarterback Drew Allar's press conference.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Bo Bassett Official Visit Recap

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Penn State wrestling hosted three of MatScouts top 20 Class of 2026 targets for official visits last weekend. All wrestle at the same school. The nation's Nos. 1 and 2 juniors, Bo Bassett and Jax Forrest, were both in State College along with No. 20 Sam Herring. The trip was on campus from Friday through Sunday, which gave it plenty of time to look all it could from the wrestling program while also checking out a sold-out Beaver Stadium for the Lions' football game with Ohio State. The crew also saw a volleyball match Friday night.

The latest Nittany Lion recruiting updates headline this week's Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated. Host Greg Pickel and Thomas Frank Carr discuss those and the biggest questions left facing the Lions as the season sits about a week away. Find links to audio and video of this week's show below.

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BWI Live: Penn State White Out Recruiting List and Game Predictions | Can the Nittany Lions Get Back on Track?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions face the Washington Huskies in primetime on Saturday in front of a White Out crowd at Beaver Stadium. With the team's biggest game of the season comes the biggest list of visitors for the year as well. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to hear who will be on campus, who stands out from the list, and what we think will happen after kickoff at 8 p.m. on Saturday!

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Penn State practice update

Last night Penn State football hosted the media for its weekly view of practice during the first ten minutes of the team's work on Wednesday. Blue White Illustrated reporter Sean Fitz was there to see and hear all the relevant details. Check out the site for a full recap, but we'll start the show discussing what we saw during practice and what head coach James Franklin had to say during his post-practice interview.

Recruiting udpate

While the game didn't go Penn State's way, the recruiting reaction to the contest between the Nittany Lions and Ohio State has been positive from the recruits our reporters have spoken to. Recruiting expert Ryan Snyder will relay the highlights of his conversations with athletes who were at the game on today's show. We'll also get his thoughts on the team's latest commitment, safety Matt Sieg.

Next, we'll discuss the upcoming list for the White Out and what players we're tracking for this weekend. Check out the YouTube show to see highlights of select players so you can get a better sense of their skills and abilities.

Game prediction

Finally, we'll discuss what we think happens when Penn State laces up its cleats and takes on Washington in the White Out. What do the Huskies do on offense and defense? Can the team get back on track after the loss to Ohio State? We'll break it all down and give our predictions to end the show.

Join us to give your thoughts, ask recruiting questions from the experts, and give your predictions throughout the show! We'll go to the live chat during the hour-long show to hear from you.

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Does Penn State REALLY have a problem with rebounding after a loss? | Offensive issues explained

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team found out its spot in the initial College Football Playoff Rankings on Tuesday night. Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss the team's spot and what it means for the future playoff chances this winter. We'll also discuss the team's chances of a letdown against Washington in the 2024 White Out Game, discuss the issues with the Penn State offense, and preview the upcoming game.

Join us live at 10 a.m. or catch the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel replay here on the site or anywhere you get your podcasts. Now is a great time to join Blue White Illustrated's YouTube Channel so you don't miss any of the upcoming press conferences, breaking news, featured videos and more!

Penn State in the CFP

Last night, Penn State football found out that it is the 6th ranked team in the playoffs, with the committee releasing its initial rankings Tuesday night. Reporter Greg Pickel wrote about the situation and will discuss how the initial seeding will help or hurt the team in late November.

Part of that analysis invovles a feeling among Penn State fans that the team responds poorly to losses under James Franklin. Is that really the case over the last several seasons? How has Penn State really performed after a loss? We'll discuss the actual record and how playing Ohio State and Michigan factors into that feeling.

Sunday Film Study Recap: What's wrong with the Penn State offense?

After spending the last several days since Penn State's loss to Ohio State analyzing the data and the film, we're ready to discuss the issues with the Penn State offense and what it's issues are. We'll cover the team's struggles since entering Big Ten play and the factors that capped off last week with a six-point performance against Ohio State.

What can the team do about it's issues? Where can it adjust? We'll discuss how the team can pivot and what Penn State head coach James Franklin had to say about it this week.

White Out Preview

The Penn State White Out heads to Happy Valley this weekend. What should fans know about the Washington Huskies? We'll give you the matchups, important details to know, and what the early signs point towards from a Penn State win or loss in primetime. We'll also discuss the White Out's broadcast on Peacock and not over NBC's main channel.

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BWI Live: Can Penn State Finally FIX the offense? | Ohio State Recap

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The Penn State Nittany Lions had chances but once again fell to Ohio State on Saturday, 20-13. Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss the game, the reaction on Monday from head coach James Franklin, and where the team goes from here. Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay on our channel, website, or wherever you get your podcasts. We'll be answering questions from fans throughout the show.

Penn State hosts massive contingent of recruits, get commitment

Before we dive headfirst into Penn State's issues against Ohio State, we first take a moment to review the latest recruiting news from this past weekend. The team hosted over 100 prospects for the game on Saturday despite its noon kick. Recruiting expert Sean Fitz discusses the team's efforts to flip targets committed to other programs.

Penn State also got a boost from a commitment before the game on Saturday. We'll review what safety Matt Sieg brings to the Nittany Lions for the Class of 2026 and what his commitment means for the program's efforts to restock the safety position after injury and transfers this past season.

Between the Lines, Ohio State game recap with James Franklin

Franklin and the Penn State program hosted its weekly Monday press conference at Beaver Stadium to kick off White Out week against Washington. However, all of the questions yesterday dealt with the team's loss to the Buckeyes on Saturday. We'll dive into the meaningful conversation about the team's loss and specifically highlight Penn State's offensive struggles in big games.

Reporter Nate Bauer has a better read of what Franklin means when he speaks than anyone on the Penn State football beat. He'll interpret what Franklin meant when discussing his team, staff, and performance from Monday.

Today, we'll focus on the team's offensive performance. Franklin discussed his team's running game and the receivers with reporters. We'll dig into the details of those topics today.

BWI Mailbag

Our recap of the Ohio State game continues with your questions in the BWI Mailbag. We'll sprinkle questions and comments from the message board and the live thread throughout the show, but we'll end the show focusing on your questions and thoughts in the BWI Mailbag. Do you have a comment or question? Join Blue White Illustrated right now and submit a question on the weekly mailbag thread. We discuss as many of the questions and we can each week, giving you the final word on the team's performance against Ohio State.

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Penn State vs. Ohio State Postgame Show: Penn State not good enough

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The Penn State Nittany Lions once again fell to the Ohio State Buckeyes in a top-five battle for the inside track to the Big Ten Championship game. Join the BWI Live Postgame show to discuss the team's efforts and what decided the game for the Nittany Lions. We'll spend 60 minutes discussing the loss and what happened. Also, we'll tell you what it means for the team's postseason chances.

Penn State gets out to a hot start

The Penn State opening drive went well, as they have done for much of the season. The team held the ball for half of the first quarter and drove deep into Ohio State territory. Starting quarterback Drew Allar, a question coming into the game, kept plays alive with his feet, but ultimately, the team settled for a field goal.

That was the story for Penn State's offense. When it did put together a drive, the effort stalled out for a field goal. Coming out of halftime, the Nittany Lions put together an adjustment drive that led to eight plays and 49 yards but ultimately ended in another Ryan Barker field goal.

Overall, the offense struggled to get players open against the physical Ohio State cornerbacks. The officials left the flag in their pockets on several occasions in the first half but the Nittany Lions also struggled to get open against zone. Penn State chose to leave players into chip against the aggressive Ohio State defensive line, giving Allar fewer options in the passing game.

Defense struggles to keep athletes under control

The Penn State defense played a gutsy game, keeping the explosive Ohio State offense in check for most of the game. The defensive secondary struggled to find receivers early in the game, giving up some big plays on play-action and long-developing routes. Ohio State also pivoted and ran quarterback Will Howard more than they have all season, putting Penn State's big, physical defensive ends into conflict.

However, Ohio State struggled to run between the tackles and Howard missed several wide-open touchdowns to his receivers on deep passes. Ultimately, the Penn State offense couldn't mount a counter-punch, even with a chunk of the scoring coming from the defense on a pick-six in the first quarter. The Penn State offense got the ball down to the one-yard line but failed to punch the ball in on fourth down. Ohio State then salted the game away with four minutes left.

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Wrestling Show: Who Will Win Penn State Wrestling Starting Spot Battles?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000

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Penn State wrestling has reached the end of October, which means just 17 days separate the Nittany Lions from the start of their 2024-2025 season. The defending NCAA and Big Ten champs open the dual meet portion of their latest slate by hosting Drexel on Nov. 17. Three weeks before that, the team released its updated roster for the year ahead. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel cover that and much more on today's Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show and podcast.

The pair start by reviewing the comings and goings on the roster. Who graduated or otherwise moved on? From there, they dive into a closer look at the newcomers. Penn State did not add any transfer portal additions like it did a year ago. But, it did bring 10 recruits from the Class of 2024 until campus.

From there, the pair dive into the confirmed roster changes. They then discuss the projected starting lineup and the best starting spot battle, which is a toss-up between 133 pounds, 157 pounds (if those are even a battle), and 197 pounds (which definitely is).

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BWI Live: Penn State RAIDING Big Ten Recruiting Foe? | Penn State vs. Ohio State Game Prediction

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team takes on The Ohio State Buckeyes for the inside track to the Big Ten Championship game this weekend. It's also a highly charged recruiting weekend, with over 80 recruits coming to the game between two top-ten teams. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show as we discuss both of those topics, plus your questions! Join the show live to give your score predictions and ask recruiting experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder about the burning topics of the day.

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Penn State going after struggling Big Ten team

There's significant movement this morning with the Penn State recruiting efforts in the Class of 2025. The team is hosting on key commit from a Big Ten Rival, while another, quarterback Carter Smith, decommitted from that program. Join the show to learn more as we discuss the situation between Penn State and Michigan heading down the final stretch of the recruiting calendar.

The List

Today's show will largely discuss the players attending the game between Penn State and Ohio State this weekend. The list grew to over 80 players for the coming showdown between Big Ten foes. Which players stand out, and what names do you need to know? We'll discuss those players and the chances that some may become Nittany Lions.

Game preview

Finally, we'll discuss the game between Penn State and Ohio State this coming weekend. Which team has the advantage within key matchups? Which team will get the win? We preview the offensive and defensive matchups, then give our score predictions to end the show.

But we're not done! Blue White Illustrated has a full game day schedule of content for you. First, join the Penn State Football Tailgate Show live outside the Bryce Jordan Center at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall joins the program to break down the matchup for 90 minutes heading into the game.

Then, join the postgame show live, immediately following the game's conclusion between Penn State and Ohio State. We'll recap the key moments, players, and situations that defined the game. Your home for Penn State football in the 2024 season is Blue White Illustrated!

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Ohio State Preview | Do the Lions FINALLY Break Through?

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It's Ohio State Week for the Penn State Nittany Lions Football team. For the first time in recent memory, the Lions are the higher-ranked team heading into this game. But are they the favorite? On today's BWI Live Show, we're discussing the team's prospects against the Buckeyes this coming weekend in Happy Valley. Join us live to get your opinions on air! We'll be interacting with the live chat throughout the show.

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Penn State practice preview

It's an important week to gauge Penn State's health heading into the game of the year for the Nittany Lions. The team holds open practice on Wednesday night and we'll preview what we're looking forward to learning and what Penn State head coach James Franklin might say about his team's progress through the week. If you want to be the first to hear Franklin's comments, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and enable notifications so you get an alert when we post Franklin's post-practice press confernece.

The team is banged up with thee key starters, quarterback Drew Allar, right tackle Anthony Donkoh, and defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton all leaving last week's game against Wisconsin with injuries. Franklin discussed a timeline for participation with each play and will likely be asked follow-ups today.

Behind Enemy Lines: Ohio State press conference

It's not just Penn State that is dealing with a rash of injuries. The Buckeyes are also dealing with problems at key spots including left tackle and safety. Reporter Greg Pickel discusses what he learned this week from Ohio State's media availability.

Penn State vs. Ohio State preview

Finally, we'll get into the matchup between the two teams. While we're still going through weekly preparations to learn as much as we can about the two teams, we'll discuss what we know so far and give a preview of what we think the most significant matchups and problems will be for each team.

We'll fold this week's Sunday Film Study review into the matchup by projecting what the Penn State offense will look like with Allar or backup Beau Pribula under center. We'll also discuss what the likely plan will be for the coming weekend.

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BWI Live: Penn State Injuries Take Center Stage During Ohio State Week | Wisconsin Review

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team is banged up but undefeated, heading into the showdown with Ohio State this weekend. We're discussing the latest win, the latest news, and previewing the game coming up on the BWI Live Show. Join us for one hour of Penn State football conversation in the live chat! We'll talk to you and answer your questions in the BWI Mailbag to end the show.

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Recruiting update with Sean Fitz

The biggest two-game stretch of the season for Penn State recruiting is here with the game against Ohio State and the upcoming White Out against Washington the following week. What's the latest with Penn State's final push for the Class of 2025? Fitz has the latest recruiting news from the past weekend.

Between the Lines

Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media on Monday, ahead of the team's matchup with fourth-ranked Ohio State. We discuss the team's situation heading into the game and what Franklin had to say about three key starters injured against Wisconsin. What is the status of Drew Allar, Dani Dennis-Sutton, and Anthony Dokoh? We discuss how Franklin addressed those topics this week.

Note: James Franklin whisperer Nate Bauer is our tenured Penn State football reporter who knows how to read between the lines of what Franklin is saying during his press conferences. He'll decode Franklin's comments for fans to let them know what the head man for the Nittany Lions actually means when he speaks.

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Of course, Penn State fans have little time to discuss the team's win over Wisconsin. All the questions this week focus on the upcoming game against Ohio State and what sort of chances the Nittany Lions may have to win. What are the keys to victory? Which side of the ball has to play better?

We're discussing your questions on the show throughout the hour. Join us to give your thoughts and ask questions of Fitz and Bauer.

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BWI Live: Penn State Rides The Run Game To A Win Over Wisconsin

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated the Wisconsin Badgers in a primetime clash of Big Ten teams Saturday night. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the team's performance, key plays, and major takeaways from the game.

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Halftime changes the momentum

The Penn State third-quarter defense took things to a new level on Saturday, powering the wounded team to a victory. The defense forced a three-and-out to start its work in the second half. Then, on third and 15 from his own end zone, Wisconsin quarterback Braeden Locke threw a pick-six interception to safety Jaylen Reed.

Reed's score was the catalyst that helped propel the team to the win. The defense put clamps on Wisconsin on all but one drive, where Locke threw a 33-yard deep shot after running an up-tempo play to get Penn State off-balance. But from there, the Nittany Lions snuffed out the Wisconsin offense, forcing multiple three-and-outs during the game.

Injuries change momentum, Penn State changes it back

The story of the game was nearly that Penn State's best players exited in the first half and the team lost an undefeated season with that fateful luck. The Nittany Lions struggled to find a rhythm on offense despite putting up 194 yards in the first half. Part of the issues started in the first quarter when starting right tackle Anthony Donkoh suffered another injury while in pass protection of quarterback Drew Allar. After trying to come back into the game for a drive, he was shut down for the rest of the game.

But the full Andy Kotelnicki run offense was unleashed in the second half with backup quarterback Beau Pribula. The third-year passer engineered an impressive offensive performance that powered Penn State to a victory. Pribula gained 28 yards rushing and 98 yards passing on the way to a 21-point outburst in the third and early fourth quarters.

What else happened in the game? Join the BWI Live postgame show to discuss with us! Join the live chat and ask your questions of our experts to have them discuss your biggest takeaway from the win over the Badgers. We'll lead into the rest of our great postgame coverage, including James Franklin's press conference.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Michell Mesenbrink Goes For One Last Gold Before the 2024 Season

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A new episode of the Penn State Wrestling Show from Blue-White Illustrated is now live. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel are back with weekly episodes as the season quickly approaches. The duo discuss one final International event that's on tap for this weekend before diving into some preseason chatter.

Second-year Nittany Lion, U20 World Champ, and 2023-2024 NCAA 165-pound runner-up Mitchell Mesenbrink is in action at U23 Worlds this weekend. He is in the 74-kilogram (163 pounds) division at the championships. Men's freestyle action starts in Albania at 4:30 a.m. ET on Friday. Qualifying rounds take place first. Mesenbrink earned a bye out of those and instead opens his tournament in the first round opposite Murat Dzhakupov of Kazakhstan. He previously won silver at the 2023 Stepan Sargsyan Tournament. FloWrestling calls Mesenbrink the favorite to win his division.

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BWI Live: Penn State One Week Away From Recruiting BONANZA | Wisconsin Preview

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Penn State football heads off to Madison, Wisconsin, this weekend to play the Badgers in a Big Ten showdown. While the game this weekend is the biggest priority for the team, it is in the shadow of the team's biggest game of the year next week. We'll tackle both games on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join us live on YouTube every Tuesday through Thursday at 10 a.m. or catch the replay on our channel, site, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Industry experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz sit down for an hour to discuss the upcoming recruiting lists for Ohio State and the White Out against Washington in two weeks. We'll also discuss yesterday's practice and preview the game this weekend. Join us to get your thoughts and predictions on the show!

Off the Top: National On3 expert predicts big flip for Penn State

Earlier this week, Chad Simmons added his credentials to a recruiting prediction flip that Penn State fans have been watching and waiting for since this summer. Join the show live at 10 to hear which player might be jumping ship from another program to join the Nittany Lions.

Penn State practice update and Franklin press conference

Wednesday night, Penn State football opened the doors to practice for the media during its weekly open period. We'll discuss what happened on the offensive and defensive practice fields during the ten-minute viewing portion of the evening.

Next, we'll discuss the tense and brief exchange between head coach James Franklin and the media when asked about allegations involving two of his former football players.

Recruiting prepares for critical two-game stretch

While there isn't a home game this weekend, that doesn't mean the swell of prospects announcing plans to join the program for the next two home games isn't reaching a crescendo. We'll discuss the new names added to the Ohio State and White Out lists for the next two home games.

Also, Snyder caught up with Penn State 2026, committing Kevin Brown's father to get an update about where the star Harrisburg tackle is in his rehab progress. We review the situation for fans who missed what happened and discuss Brown's importance to the team.

Today, it's a show full of offensive line highlights. Penn State three-star commit Michael Troutman released his updated highlights for 2024. Fitz has followed Troutman's progress this season and gives his thoughts on where the underrated prospect has developed.

Penn State vs. Wisconsin preview

Finally, we'll discuss the upcoming game between Penn State and Wisconsin. We'll discuss the team's matchups that matter, which players will stand out in the game, and more. We'll also give our score predictions to end the show.

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BWI Live:Can Penn State Find A Top Gear In The Run Game Against Wisconsin?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions kick off the final stretch of the 2024 football season this weekend when they travel to Wisconsin to face the Badgers in a primetime clash. Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss the start of the week with James Franklin's press conference and your questions about the upcoming game.

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Fitz's Recruiting Update

Before we dive into the football content, we will start with our weekly recruiting update from industry expert Sean Fitz. With the bye week giving the team extra time to check out commits over the weekend, Fitz has a report on which players the team prioritized on Friday and Saturday. He'll also recap the latest movement in the On300 rankings update for the 2026 recruiting cycle.

The junior seasons for many of Penn State's top targets are nearing their conclusions. Is there a group of targets starting to emerge? We'll discuss where the team's commits and regional targets rank after the fresh update.

Penn State kicks off Wisconsin Week

Today, we'll discuss Franklin's conversation with the media on Monday afternoon. Franklin spoke for nearly 40 minutes on Monday to preview the upcoming game and discuss the state of his team coming out of the bye week.

Among the reoccurring topics from Monday include Quinton Martin's redshirt status, the team's run game efficiency, and KJ Winston's potential availability for the rest of the year. What did Franklin say about these topics? We'll discuss and dive deeper on your questions and comments during the live show.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we end the show with your questions and comments in the BWI Mailbag. If you'd like to submit a question for the show to be featured on the segment, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and check out the Mailbag Submission Thread on Monday night or Tuesday morning before the show. We take the best questions from the chat that we can answer on the show and discuss them. We'll also take questions from the live chat. Today's topics include Tom Allen's defensive adjustments at halftime, linebacker depth, and a preview of the most challenging aspects of the Wisconsin offense and defense.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Intrigue heading into the NWCA All-Star Classic

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000

An all-new episode of the Penn State Wrestling Show from Blue-White Illustrated is now live! The Nittany Lions sit one month away from starting their 2024-2025 regular season with Drexel on Nov. 17 at Rec Hall. Of course, there is plenty for host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel to cover in the leadup to that.

This week's episode starts with a look at the NWCA All-Star Classic. Defending 285-pound NCAA champion Greg Kerkvliet, the No. 1 ranked wrestler at heavyweight, was set to face No. 3 Nick Feldman of Ohio State on Nov. 16 at Rec Hall. However, Iowa State announced Wednesday that its own heavyweight, No. 6 Yonger Bastida, would be facing Feldman instead. Flo Wrestling, which runs the event, quietly updated its bout sheet to reflect that the Cyclone is replacing Kerkvliet but has otherwise said nothing about the sudden change.

Last year, Clay Clarson of South Dakota State was scratched from the exhibition event, sat out the first six weeks of the season due to injury, and was never right during the 2023-2024 season. Conversely, Levi Haines and Jacori Teemer also both scratched off of last year's original Classic bout sheet. But, they both wrestled all year, and Haines beat Teemer, then of Iowa and now of Arizona State, in the NCAA finals. But, they withdrew after the Journeymen Classic, not before. With all of that said, PSU posted a photo of Kerkvliet wrestling hours before this news broke. And, he has been frequently featured on the team's social media account.

With no concrete news to share on Kerkvliet's status moving forward, Pickel and Carr discuss what it all might mean moving forward.

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BWI Live: Penn State Bye Week Kicks Off The Last Leg in 2025 Recruiting

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are on a bye this week, which means the coaching staff is out on the road recruiting. More importantly, the team's final stretch to convince top recruits in 2025 to join the program is here. In just a few weeks, the team will host Ohio State, followed by the annual White Out game. We preview the upcoming recruiting push on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join lead experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz as they discuss the important landmarks along the way to the early signing day in December.

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The final word on Penn State flip Josh Johnson

Penn State flipped three-star cornerback Josh Johnson from Louisville on Monday evening after missing out on his commitment in the summer. While we've discussed Johnson's decision in-depth this week, we'll revisit the topic one final time. On3 Director of Recruiting Charles Power spoke with Snyder this week about Johnson and what he sees in the commitment. We'll review his thoughts.

Speaking of Power, the latest On300 update for the Class of 2025 came out recently, and there was plenty to discuss among the players in the class. We'll review who moved up and down in the latest update as the class rounds into its final destination in early December.

Coaches on the road

The bye week means that there's more time to recruit. But with new rules curtailing the number of days that college football coaching staffs can be on the road, how much will the group be out in force? We discuss the latest news and what our experts can share on today's show.

But the bye week isn't the most significant event on the calendar to end the 2024 season. November is just around the corner, and with it, two of the most essential home games on the recruiting calendar. Penn State hosts Ohio State on Nov. 2 and then Washington for the White Out on Nov. 9. Snyder has been talking about these games since the beginning of the year, and today, we'll take a more extended look at the team's recruiting lists he's confirmed so far.

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BWI Live: Penn State Football Midseason Report Card

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is 6-0 and in the middle of it's second bye week of the 2024 season. It's a good time to have a bye, too, says head coach James Franklin. Now that the team is at the halfway point of the regular season, we're handing out midseason grades for the entire team. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. to give your thoughts on how each position group is performing, where they can stand to improve, or why they're getting top marks.

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Penn State practice update

The team hosted its weekly media session on Tuesday of its second bye week, and Blue White Illustrated was there to observe and report. On today's show, we discuss the nature of this week's practice and why Penn State eased up on the pace this week compared to previous bye weeks.

Next, we'll discuss what Penn State head coach James Franklin said after practice. While it's his least favorite topic, Franklin discussed injuries and the situation at punter return with Kaden Saunders and Zion Tracy.

Also, after a big game, quarterback Drew Allar was a significant topic Tuesday night. Franklin gave the entire quarterback operation credit for the success.

"I think [QB Coach] Danny's [O'Brien] done a really good job of spending time and building trust and having kind of a demeanor on the sideline that I think has been really good for him as well. And then [offensive coordinator] Andy [Kotelnicki] is doing a really good job of playing to Drew's strengths as well as playing to our personnel strengths. I think it's a combination of all those things."

Midseason report card

Today's show topic is also derived from Franklin's comments last night. He felt that the bye week after the USC game was a very good time in the season and under the right circumstances.

"I just think when you talk about the middle of the season, game six, it's a good point to have a bye. Sometimes you get a bye really early, sometimes you get a bye late, and not the best position for the bye to land, but this is at a good point. And then, obviously coming off a win, I'd probably feel very different if we hadn't come off a win."

So, we'll take the midseason point as an opportunity to evaluate the team's performance so far with position-by-position grades. Want to give your grades? Join the conversation in the comments section, or discuss on the Blue White Illustrated message board.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs USC Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:26:09 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated the USC Trojans in a critical game to maintain the team's quest for a College Football Playoff berth. Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss the win, the fallout, and the team's plan for the bye week following the win. Join Blue White Illustrated experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer on today's show for 60 minutes of Penn State football and recruiting discussion.

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Penn State practice preview

Penn State's bye week changes the weekly schedule slightly, so the Nittany Lions will open practice to the media on Tuesday night instead of its weekly Wednesday showcase. What are we expecting to see and hear tonight? We'll preview the bye week events to kick off the show.

Next, we'll get into the latest and hottest Penn State recruiting news from this past weekend. The team secured the commitment of Johnson, a Louisville commit that the team targeted early in the recruiting process but ultimately lost in June. Despite that close battle, the Nittany Lions won out this week in flipping the three-star defensive back. We'll discuss the team's recruiting efforts with Fitz and what he makes of the situation.

USC Recap

The team traveled to the West Coast and did what few East Coast and Midwest Big Ten teams have done so far this year: win. What went into the victory? What are the biggest takeaways from the offensive and defensive performances? We'll discuss those topics, plus your comments during our recap of Penn State's win over USC from Saturday.

One of the biggest questions coming out of the game is about the mentality and potential of this team. Was that game a turning point for the Nittany Lions that can propel them to unseen heights under head coach James Franklin? We'll tackle that topic.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll dig into your questions and thoughts on the weekly BWI Mailbag. We've collected questions from the Blue White Illustrated message board to feature on the show, but your questions are always welcome in the live chat! Today, we'll discuss the most improved players this season, the effect that sideline technology has on the team's in-game adjustments, and more! Join us to add your thoughts! If you'd like to submit a question before the show, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and add your thoughts to the BWI Mailbag Submission Thread.

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Penn State vs. USC Postgame Show: A Dramatic win in Los Angeles

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It was one of the most dramatic games of the last several seasons, but Penn State Football pulled out an overtime win over the USC Trojans on the road, 33-30. Join the LaBatt Postgame Show tp discuss the win and your thought about how the team played in the back-and-forth affair.

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Penn State is still a second half team

It was another sleepy start to the game for the Nittany Lions. Penn State got out to a slow start in the first half, managing just six points in the first two quarters while allowing 20 through the first two frames But not all slow starts are the same.

The team marched down the field on the opening drive, but a penalty on fourth and goal negated a Tyler Warren touchdown. Later, the team drove down into the red zone again but failed to punch the ball into the end zone.

Defensively, Penn state failed to keep a lid on the big plays from USC early on. Specifically, the Penn State run defense was leaky, allowing 147 rushing yards in the first half. That mark included a 75-yard end-around for a touchdown to start off the scoring for USC.

However, the defense executed their usual second-half adjustments, allowing just three yards in the third quarter.

Allar fights through adversity

It was a breakout performance among a season of standout performances for Warren. The Penn State tight end saw the ball early and often in the matchup with USC, finishing the game with 17 catches for 224 yards and a touchdown. Most impressivley, 151 of those yards came after the catch.

However, the most impressive performance of the night may have come from quarterback Drew Allar. The third-year quarterback threw two interceptions during the game, but fought back to command a drive of the ages for the Penn State offense. Down by seven points with just six minutes left in the game, Allar and his offense went nine plays for 75 yards, including two fourth-down conversions and a 14-yard touchdown strike to Nick Singleton to cap off the performance.

After two stops by the defense to end regulation and then force a missed field goal in overtime, Penn State's Ryan Barker kicked the winning field goal.

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BWI Live: Penn State Wrestling Show: The FULL Wrestling Schedule is OUT

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A new Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is now live! The defending NCAA champion Nittany Lions are now just 38 days away from their first dual meet of the season. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this week's episode by breaking down the schedule. From there, they dive into a list of early Hodge Trophy contenders. The show concludes with the latest recruiting news.

Penn State has seven home dates on its regular season schedule. It will wrestle foes at the Bryce Jordan Center. The Lions will make the trek across campus to host Iowa inside of the nearly 16,000-seat venue on Fri., Jan. 31. It will then host Michigan there on Fri., Feb. 7. Did the program make the right call to feature those two opponents at the BJC? Pickel and Carr discuss. They then move onto the Collegiate Wrestlign Duals. On Dec. 22, the Lions will face Binghamton, Little Rock, and Missouri. What will those bouts tell us about head coach Cael Sanderson's team ahead of the start of Big Ten action in early January? Pickel and Carr discuss that, as well. You can see the full schedule below.

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BWI Live: Penn State Setting Recruiting Priorities On Trip To Face USC | Game Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team takes on USC this weekend in Los Angeles in the team's first road game since the season opener against West Virginia. How will the game play out? And what's been going on in recruiting this week? We tackle all of that and more on the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. Recruiting insider Sean Fitz gives you the latest on the team's recruiting efforts this week, including the plan for when the team is in California this weekend. Who will the staff visit on Friday night? Join us and find out.

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Penn State practice update

Yesterday was the Penn State football team's last day in Pennsylvania. So, how did practice go yesterday? We discuss what we saw and heard from the team during the ten-minute open window for the media and the conversations with head coach James Franklin and his players afterward.

Fitz will discuss what he saw from the defense in our weekly chat about practice.

Recruiting update

Penn State hosted a strong list of recruits last week and we're already discussing the fallout from Saturday on the site. Join the discussion there but get a preview of what our experts know on today's show.

There's even a new RPM Pick from Ryan Snyder in over on the site. Next, we'll discuss Franklin's recruiting plan for this weekend. With several recruiting commits in California in the Class of 2025 and 2026, there's plenty of action for Friday night. Fitz will detail the priorities on the weekend trip.

Finally, we'll preview the game and give our predicitions.

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BWI Live: Penn State's KEY to Stopping USC | Game Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions leave for Los Angeles tomorrow in advance of the team's battle with USC on Saturday. On Today's BWI Live Show, we're previewing the team's matchup with the Trojans, discuss open practice Wednesday night, and take your questions! We'll also preview the key to stopping Miller Moss, Zacharia Branch and the Trojans offense.

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Penn State practice preview

The Nittany Lions are banged up heading into the team's West Coast road trip. Right tackle Anthony Donkoh was among the players that left the game on Saturday and didn't return. We'll preview what else we're looking for tonight during open practice on both sides of the football.

As he normally does, Franklin will discuss the team's progress through the first half of the week. What do we want to know from Franklin? We'll preview his comments on today's show and tell you what to expect from the leader of the Nittany Lions.

USC Preview

There's a split consensus about whether Penn State fans should fear USC or feel confident heading into the LA Coliseum this weekend to face the 3-2 Trojans. We'll dissect the matchup and preview what we think the keys are for this week with Penn State's offense and defense.

What is the team's x-factor? Who are the key players that will generate a formula for success on Saturday? Finally, how does Penn State use it's advantage in the trenches this weekend?

Sunday Film Study

Part of the evaluation for this weekend is understanding Tom Allen's defense at Penn State. How does the team's plan differ from Manny Diaz? What is Allen doing that is making things feel worse than the previous iterations of the Nittany Lion's defense? We'll break down the team's progress through five games and what that means for his coming weekend.

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BWI Live: Is Penn State READY for a Big Ten Run? | UCLA Recap, USC Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated UCLA on Saturday 27-11 to improve to 5-0 on the season. But the only thing on fans' minds is the upcoming trip to USC to face the Trojans this coming Saturday. On Today's BWI Live Show, we'll take one last look back at Penn State's latest win and then discuss the upcoming game. We'll tackle everything from travel to a brief preview of the game this weekend. Plus, we'll take your questions live on the show! Join us in the live chat to get your questions and comments on the air during the BWI Mailbag to end the show.

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Fitz's recruiting update

Penn State hosted several important prospects this past weekend for the win over UCLA. Who was on campus, and which players was the team trying to flip? We'll tease some of that information on the show with our weekly recruiting update from expert Sean Fitz. Fitz is tracking the targets you need to know as the team heads into the home stretch before national signing day.

Between the Lines and Penn State vs. UCLA Recap

Penn State head coach James Franklin held his weekly press conference to recap the team's win over UCLA and preview the upcoming game against USC this weekend. Our reporters were at the event and bring you the context behind the conversations in our weekly Between The Lines segment. Reporter Nate Bauer adds essential context to the conversations about the team and the questions Franklin was asked.

Can Penn State win big games with a receiver-by-committee approach? We discuss how Penn State's reciver room has performed this year and if that will be enough to get the team over the hump in big games.

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Penn State vs. UCLA Postgame Show: Grinding out a win

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Penn State football defeated UCLA but didn't blow out the Bruins, who came into the game as 28-point underdogs in the game. What happened that made the game closer than most expected? We discuss the game on the BWI Live Postgame Show. Join us for sixty minutes after Penn State and UCLA as we break down what happened, who stood out, and more.

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Penn State vs. UCLA

The Nittany Lions once again got out to a slow start, failing to score a touchdown in the first quarter and only 14 points before halftime. However, the offense picked things up after that, scoring on its next four possesions before going three-and-out to start the fourth quarter.

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar started out euqally slow, going 2-4 to start the game before getting hot and finishing the firs thalf 10-14 for 129 yards. When Allar got looks he liked during the game, he attacked downfield, primarily to slot receiver Liam Clifford. The veteran was this week's receiver of the moment, with three catches for 107 yards.

The team was also without top game-breaker Nick Singleton. In his absence, Kaytron Allen carried the load, rushing 21 times for 78 yards. Freshman Quinton Martin showed off some of his potent skills, with three catches for 18 yards and several strong runs with mutiple broken tackles.

Penn State defense dominates the third quarter again

Once agian the Penn State defense, like it's offense started slow, giving up a six play drive that took up six minutes of the first quarter, but ended on a UCLA failed fourth down attempt.

However, the defense allowed the offense to race ahead in the middle of the game, as they typcially do this season. UCLA gained -9 yards in the third quarter and only manged nine plays on the way to the loss.

It was a big game for two players who've struggled recently. Safety Zakee Wheatley finished the game with seven tackles and Tony Rojas finished with eight.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: New Lineup Details Emerge for 2024 Season

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 3 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000

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A new Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is now live! The defending NCAA champs now sit roughly a month away from kicking off the 2024-2025 season. In the first episode of October, host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel share the latest on the Nittany Lions as they wait to take the mat.

The conversation starts with recruiting. Penn State hosted Class of 2025 star Marcus Blaze last weekend, which included a stop at Beaver Stadium to see the football team take on Illinois in primetime. The Perrysburg, Ohio native has not said much publically about his recruitment. We know that his top group consists of Michigan, Cornell, Ohio State, Purdue, and Iowa. A decision from the nation's No. 1 138-pound wrestler and No. 2 pound-for-pound grappler per MatScouts could come at any moment. Pickel and Carr discuss that and also Class of 2026 standout Bo Bassett. He put out his list of official visits this week. One of his stops will be in State College. Here's his current schedule:

More: Bo Bassett sets recruiting timeline, official visits

Pickel and Carr discuss Bassett's recruitment and when a decisions could be made before moving on to the latest on the Lions' lineup. Six members of head coach Cael Sanderson's team will compete in next month's NWCA All-Star Classic? What do the matchups tell us about how Sanderson could fill out his lineup this winter?

It's becoming clear that four-time NCAA champ Carter Starocci will move up to 184 pounds to try and become the first five-time champ in collegiate wrestling history. Last year's 157-pound NCAA champ, Levi Haines, is moving up to 174. Sophomore Tyler Kasak, who finished third at 149 pounds year ago, looks set to replace Haines at 157. All three will compete in the NWCA event along with Greg Kerkvliet (heavyweight), Shayne Van Ness (149 pounds), and Beau Bartlett (141).

You can watch this week’s Penn State wrestling show in the video player above and also on YouTube. Or, you can listen at your favorite destinations for audio like SPOTIFY and APPLE.

The show closes with a look at the Lions' 2024-2025 schedule and what we know about it so far. Here are the confirmed dates, events, and opponents so far:

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. UCLA Preview | Recruiting Visitor List and Game Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions take on the UCLA Bruins on Saturday for the first time as Big Ten opponents. It's also the last of a four-game home stand that the Nittany Lions started in the second week of the 2024 season after opening up at West Virginia. That means it's one more week with a recruiting visitor list. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we discuss the latest recruiting news and who will be at the game this weekend. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the important names in Nittany Lions recruiting. You can also see the replay on our YouTube channel or in this article.

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Penn State Football practice update and highlights

Before we start the show with recruiting news, we need to discuss the latest team update from Wednesday evening. Penn State opened practice to the media on Wednesday evening inside Holuba Hall and head coach James Franklin spoke with the media after the event. What did we see and hear that's important for this weekend? We'll discuss.

Recruiting News and Visitor preview

Last weekend's primetime kickoff was a major opportunity for the Nittany Lions to attract top recruiting talent to Happy Valley for the win over Illinois. Recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz spent the last week contacting recruits and getting a sense for how the experience went for them. We'll discuss the most important players they've talked to and the most interesting conversations.

However, the next list is always the most important one. Snyder and Fitz are working hard to end the week confirming players who will attend the upcoming game. Which names stand out from that list? They'll discuss the most interesting players joining team for the showdown with UCLA.

Game Preview

Finally, we'll preview the team's matchup with UCLA. What do we think are the major factors that will determine the outcome? The Bruins travel to the East Coast as a nearly 30-point underdog. It doesn't seem that Penn State is in danger of an upset, but how what do we want to see from the team? What do you want to see from your Nittany Lions? Join us and give your thoughts in the live chat!

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BWI Live: How does Penn State Build Upon DOMINANT Performance in the Trenches?

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The Penn State Football team is 4-0 and ranked in the top ten after a 21-7 win over Illinois last Saturday. Now, the team turns the page to face UCLA in the finale of a four-game home stand. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll preview the team's open practice, discuss fan-submitted questions, and take one last look back at Illinois.

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Penn State practice preview

The Penn State football team gears up for another Big Ten opponent this weekend when they face UCLA at Beaver Stadium. We'll get our first and only look at the team's preparations for the upcoming game tonight when the the Nittany Lions open up practice. Host Greg Pickel takes you through what BWI is looking for in the weekly ten-minute window. We'll also preview head coach James Franklin's post-practice interview, which you can watch moments after its conclusion tonight.

The Tuesday BWI Live show is so stocked with interesting conversations that we get to fewer mailbag questions each week than we would like. This week, we hit an all-time low. So, we're making up for that and re-opening the mailbag today during the Wednesday show. We'll answer questions from the Blue White Illustrated message board members, including a discussion on the cornerback room and more.

What sort of step does the team need to take after a dominant performance against Illinois that only resulted in 21 points? We'll highlight some of the areas that the team can improve so that they're ready for the teeth of its Big Ten schedule.

Reviewing the best performances from this past weekend

Finally, we'll take one last look at Penn State's win over Illinois and highlight some underrated aspects of the game in our review of the weekly film breakdown. Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen finally deployed defensive end Abdul Carter as a linebacker during the previous game. What went into that, and how did he perform in those situations? We'll discuss how the move wasn't exactly what you'd think.

Next, we'll discuss the defensive decision to play the team's 11th defender. Why did redshirt freshman linebacker Dakaari Nelson play more than Cam Miller and Dejuan Lane? We'll break down those decisions. Lastly, we'll review the top run blocking performances from a standout game up front.

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BWI Live: Starting Big Ten Play off with STRONG Win: Penn State vs Illinois Game recap

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are 4-0 and host UCLA for the final in a four-game home stand to start the 2024 season. On today's BWI Live Show, we discuss the win over Illinois in primetime from this past weekend and discuss Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments from his press conference on Monday.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay anywhere you get podcasts, here on the site or on our YouTube Channel.

Fitz's recruiting update

While the game takes center stage, the recruiting efforts around Penn State's first primetime game of the year were also in action this weekend. Recruiting expert Sean Fitz dives into the important names that attended the win over Illinois in our weekly recruiting update. He also discusses the newest offer for 2026, PA native Reston Lehman. The defensive end prospect spoke with Blue White Illustrated recently, and Fitz gives his thoughts on the recruitment.

Of course, the biggest names for the upcoming class were at the top of everyone's mind on Saturday. He'll let you know what he's learned about La Salle College High School star Joey O'Brien's visit to Happy Valley and how California native Madden Williams felt about his trip to the East Coast.

James Franklin press conference and game recap

Since our last time on air, Penn State has played Illinois, and head coach James Franklin met with the media on Monday to recap the game and preview UCLA. We take time to recap the most interesting and illuminating comments in our weekly segment, Between the Lines. Veteran reporter Nate Bauer dissects the meaning behind Franklin's meaning. We'll discuss his call for the team to take a significant step each week, the injury situation, Kaytron Allen, and more.

Next, we'll get into our thoughts about Penn State's win over Illinois this weekend. Our experts rewatched the game and gave their impressions from being at the game and what they've learned since.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll end the show by answering your questions and comments from the live chat and from the Blue-White Illustrated message board. Be there live to join in the conversation!

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State Survives battle with Illinois

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 03:52:34 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday night in a gritty, grimy game. Penn State used Illinois tactics against them, running the football repeatedly in the third and fourth quarters to grind out a closer-than-expected victory. Join the BWI Live postgame show to discuss the win and your thoughts about how the team performed.

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Penn State offense grinds out win

The high-flying offense we became accustomed to through the first month of the season didn't show up for the Nittany Lions. Penn State didn't complete a pass over 20 yards in the game. Once again, quarterback Drew Allar didn't make many mistakes to put the ball in harm's way but was off-target in the first half, missing several passes that would have converted third and fourth down.

In the third quarter, Penn State ran the ball 16 times. However, kicker Sander Sahaydak missed two field goals and kept the game close throughout the contest. Overall, the Penn State offense had four drives of eight plays or more. They also accumulated multiple chunk runs without breaking off a big run for a touchdown in the game.

Defense dominates in the second half

The Penn State defense gave up just 32 total yards in the second half before AJ Harris stepped in front of a fourth down pass from Altmyer. Harris took the ball back for a touchdown, but a block in the back penalty on slot corner Zion Tracy eliminated the defenisve score.

Still, the defense dominated the line of scrimmage all night and prevented Illinois from getting into a rhythm offensively. Illinois averaged 1.8 yards rushing on the night.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: Latest on 2026 Recruiting and Schedule News

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is back to get you up to speed on the latest news and information about the Nittany Lions. The 2024-2025 regular season is almost here, and the leaves are starting to turn color to prove that the calendar is inching closer to NCAA title defense time for head coach Cael Sanderson and his legendary program.

On this week's show, BWI reporter Greg Pickel and host Thomas Frank Carr start by recapping the latest recruiting information. Top Class of 2026 recruit Bo Bassett had Penn State coaches at his Pa., house for an in-home visit on Tuesday. He also reduced his list of suitors to 17 schools, while fellow teammate, top recruit, and junior Jax Forrest dropped his list to 10. The Nittany Lions are on both prospects' rundown of schools, which are still in the running, of course.

Following the recruiting update, Pickel and Carr move on to the latest schedule news. The Lions will host Drexel in December during the non-conference portion of their 2024-2025 schedule. Here's where things stand on that front as of Thursday night:

The show closes with a look at the NWCA All-Star Classic. Levi Haines is competing in it at 174 pounds after winning last year's 157-pound title. And, Shayne Van Ness is returning from last season's injury to wrestle at 149 in the event. What do those two developments tell us about the Penn State projected lineup in 2024-2025? Pickel and Carr discuss. Update: After the taping of this episode, Flo announced two more matches involving Penn State wrestlers. Beau Bartlett faces Ohio State’s Jesse Mendez at 141 pounds. And, Greg Kerkvliet faces Buckeye Nick Feldman at heavyweight.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Hosts First PRIME Recruiting Weekend of 2024 Season | Illinois Game Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions have had road games and non-conference opponents to start the season. Now, at the end of September, the Nittany Lions have a primetime clash with a Big Ten opponent at Beaver Stadium for their first home recruiting weekend with juice. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we discuss that topic, plus preview the game and give our predictions.

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Penn State practice update and not-so-subtle message from Franklin

Last night Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media about the team's progress through the week and what he expects from Illinois this weekend. When discussing freshman linebacker Anthony Speca, Franklin diverted into a recruiting pitch for players at Speca's former school, Pittsburgh Central Catholic.

Who was Franklin speaking to? Our experts, Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz, decode the message and who it was aimed at. Next, we'll give you a glimpse into our view of Penn State practice from Wednesday night and what we learned from the event.

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Illinois recruiting list

Next, we'll get to the meat of the show. Penn State hosts a 7:30 kickoff to open the Big Ten schedule on Saturday against Illinois. Why does the kick time matter? We discuss why this weekend is a prime recruiting weekend for the Nittany Lions, aside from the opponent and the hype around a ranked matchup.

We'll discuss the names of those attending the event and what our experts are hearing about the feeling heading into this weekend.

Finally, we'll discuss the game and what we expect from the team's performance this weekend. Who will win, and by how much? We'll give you our score predictions for Penn State vs. Illinois to end the show.

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BWI Live: Is the Penn State Offense Ready For Its Next Evolution?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions take on the 3-0 Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday at Beaver Stadium for an undefeated clash of Big Ten Teams. After the conclusion of the non-conference season, what have we learned about the Nittany Lions? On today's BWI Live Show we discuss what we've learned about the team through the first three games inlcuding which players with few stats are playing well and which young players stood out last week against Kent State.

Join the BWI Live Show as host Greg Pickel takes you through those topics, previews practice tonight, and discusses your questions live on the show! We're live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or you can catch the replay embedded in this article.

Penn State open practice on Wednesday night

Penn State football holds open practice tonight, and Blue White Illustrated will be there to see and learn releveant details about the team in the roughly ten minute open practice window.

What are our reporters looking for? We'll discuss that, plus what we expect to learn from head coach James Franklin's post-practice press conference.

What we've learned about the Penn State Football team through three games

The team is undefeated through its non-confernece season and put up style points against Kent State last week. What did we learn about the team's work so far? We'll discuss the underrated players on Penn State's roster through three games. We'll also discuss what we've learned about the football team after the season's first month.

Next, we'll take one last look back at the game against Kent State to discuss the young players who stood out and what those performances mean for the team's play in the future or those players' chances of contributing down the line.

Sunday Film Study

Want to get a peek inside the film breakdowns we do at Blue White Illustrated? We'll discuss some of the major themes from the Sunday Film Study this past weekend. What did the Penn State offense do against Kent State that translates to the game this weekend against Illinois? We'll look at the subtle ways that Andy Kotelnicki is building his offensive identity and how the team switched things up this past weekend to secure more first downs and keep the offense on the field.

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BWI Live: Is Penn State ready to face Big Ten TEST against Illinois?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against Illinois on Saturday at Beaver Stadium for its first Big Ten Game of the regular season. Join the BWI Live Show as we discuss the matchup and what head coach James Franklin had to say about it during his weekly press conference on Monday. Penn State football experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer sit down for an hour of football talk that includes your questions and thoughts! Join the show live on YouTube at 10 a.m. to give your thoughts in the BWI Mailbag.

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James Franklin Press conference recap

Franklin discussed his team's work in the non-conference season on Monday as his team transitions to the meat of it's schedule. How did the receivers progress from last year to this year? We'll discuss the Penn State wide receivers, the team's linebacker depth and more from his comments yesterday in our weekly feature, Between the Lines.

Fitz will also discuss the latest news that Florida safety Antonio Branch flipped his commitment from Penn State to Colorado after an official visit this past weekend. He discusses the latest in that situation.

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BWI Live: Penn State Offense Gets Everyone Involved | Postgame Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 01:03:41 +0000

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Penn State football defeated Kent State on Saturday afternoon at Beaver Stadium. Relive the game and what we learned about the Nittany Lions on the BWI Live Postgame Show. We take you through the key plays and players from the game on the sixty-minute show. Join us live or check out the replay on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, here on the site, or in your favorite podcast app.

Penn State vs. Kent State recap

The game started much like the season for Kent State, which is to say a total disaster. Starting quarterback Devin Kargman to a nasty hit from Penn State's defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton and had to leave the game on a stretcher after the second play of the game with a leg injury.

However, it was a slow start to the game. The Penn State offense put together several long drives, but one ended with a Beau Pribula interception in the red zone on a screen. The second ended with a Tyler Warren touchdown and the Nittany Lions took a 7-0 lead into the second quarter.

However, the team built up steam throughout the second quarter, and finished at a blistering pace. Quarterback Drew Allar began to attack downfield and the team scored twice within two minutes before halftime. After halftime, Allar tossed a 59-yard touchdown to Omari Evans to end the day for the starting offense. Allar compiled 309 yards and three touchdowns before heading to the bench.

Defense smothers Kent State

The Penn State defense made the game a literal non-contest after it began the day as a virtual non-contest. After knocking Kragman out of the game, backup quarterback JD Sherrod had to leave with a lower-body injury. The defense played multiple depth players throughout the contest, even early. Despite that, they allowed only 62 yards through three and a half quarters.

We'll highlight some notable players and young talent that stood out in the game.

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Recruiting Show: Can Penn State Stars Overcome Loss of KJ Winston? | Recruiting Update and Kent State Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:34:37 +0000

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The Penn State Recruiting Show covers a lot of ground regarding the Penn State football team and its future today. How Not only do we give you the latest recruiting news, but we also discuss the injury to star safety KJ Winston, and preview this weekend's game against Kent State. Get ready for over an hour of wide-ranging Penn State Football talk from Blue White Illustrated's leading experts, Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder.

You can watch the full show embedded in this article, listen on your favorite podcast platform, or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. We also have an exclusive episode of Inside The Den discussing Winston's injury and the team's situation at quarterback in the 2025 recruiting class. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated right now to listen or watch on the site.

Penn State suffers big blow with loss of KJ Winston

We start the show by discussing Penn State's injury situation and Winston's loss. How will Penn State adjust its personnel and scheme? We discuss how fellow safety Jaylen Reed's role changes and how the team may need to move linebacker Tony Rojas around to fit Abdul Carter into the scheme.

We also discuss which games Penn State will most feel Winston's absence.

Penn State recruiting news

It was a busy several days for the Penn State recruiting department and not all of the news was positive. Three-star safety commit Antonio Branch has a visit set for Colorado this weekend to see the Buffaloes. How concerning is the situation? We also reveal if it's an official visit during the show.

But on the flip side, Penn State offered Pittsburgh Central Catholic linebacker Bradley Gompers this week. We discuss why the Nittany Lions offered him so late and what the offer means at this stage of the 2025 recruiting calendar.

The staff didn't stop offering 2025 late risers at Gompers. They also extended an offer to Ohio athlete Chaz Coleman out of Warren G. Harding high school. We look at his film on the show and discuss what sort of athlete he is and Penn State's chances to land him.

Finally, we discuss Fitz's article from this week about the Penn State commits that have stood out in September. You can check out the full article on the site, but we highlight LaVar Arrington II and Daryus Dixson during the conversation.

Game Preview

Finally, we discuss the team's upcoming game against Kent State. Which players need to see the most reps to help their development? We give our thoughts on the game and our final score predictions.

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BWI Live: Where Penn State Can Improve to be an ELITE Team

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:24:00 +0000

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This is the final week for the Penn State football team to make corrections and improve before the Big Ten Schedule begins to end the month of September. The MAC team at Kent State travels to Happy Valley this weekend to play the Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium, and we're discussing the important aspects of last week's bye and this week's game on the BWI Live Show. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to participate in the hour-long discussion, or check it out on replay there or embedded in this article.

We'll also discuss the team's recruiting efforts from this past weekend, James Franklin's weekly press conference from Monday, and your questions to end the show in the BWI Mailbag. The best way to get the most out of your Blue White Illustrated subscription is to join our YouTube page.

Fitz's recruiting update

Penn State football used the bye week to do some traveling and recruiting, which our reporters documented this weekend. BWI recruiting expert Sean Fitz will discuss Franklin's travels and which stops are meaningful.

The On300 update for the Class of 2025 dropped yesterday and several Penn State prospects made moves in the rankings for the top 300 players. Fitz will discuss what's important to know and where you can find more information. We'll also preview his deep dive into offensive lineman Michael Troutman. Troutman is a little-discussed commit in the Class of 2025 that Fitz will educate fans about on today's show.

Between the Lines

Franklin spoke with reporters for roughly 40 minutes on Monday to kick off the team's game week against Kent State. Our Penn State reporters were there and will discuss the meaning behind some of Franklin's most interesting answers. What's the injury status of KJ Winston? Is Franklin more open about injuries this year? We'll dive into those topic and more.

Penn State vs. Kent State preview and Mailbag

The game this weekend is a tough one to discuss because of the nature of the team's opponent. Unlike Bowling Green, which showed before the game earlier this year that it would be a quality test, Kent State has put up very poor showings so far. We'll discuss how to talk about this game, what is critical for a successful weekend, and more.

Today's BWI Mailbag questions also deal with that topic. Which players should fans be excited to see this weekend? We'll discuss that, and preview which young players might make an impact on the back end of the 2024 schedule.

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BWI Live: Penn State's Big Ten Schedule Is Around The Corner | Final Adjustments vs. Kent State

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Wrestling Show: Penn State U20 Recap | Can Luke Lilledahl Crack the Lineup?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 20:38:19 +0000

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The Penn State wrestling offseason is not over yet. But, it will be before we know it. The two month countdown is on until the team will, at the very least, be ready to hold its annual local media day, if it hasn't already, ahead of its first match. Head coach Cael Sanderson's team has plenty of decisions to make regarding its lineup. We'll discuss those in future episodes. In this week's show, we discuss the latest from the freestyle scene and also Carter Starocci.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel kick off the show with a look back at U20 Worlds. Incoming Penn State freshman Luke Lilladahl won the 57-kilogram division. His classmate, Zack Ryder, won silver at 79 kilograms, as did redshirt freshman Joshua Barr at 86 kilograms. Class of 2025 Nittany Lions verbal commitent PJ Duke (more on him in a minute) was third at 70 kilograms. Then, at 92 kilograms, incoming freshman Connor Mirasola finished fourth. What did we learn from the group's effort in Spain? Pickel provides the latest insight and opinion on that.

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BWI Live: Penn State Commits to Watch this Weekend

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The Penn State football team is on a bye week which means that there's extra time for coaches to be on the road recruiting. Not only that, but there's a quality list of high school games this weekend. That means we've got a stacked rundown for you on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join recruiting expert Ryan Snyder as he discusses those topics, the Bowling Green visitor feedback, top commit performances from last weekend and more!

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Penn State plan for bye week changing with new rules

Normally, bye weeks during the college football season are prime recruiting weekends for the Penn State staff. However, new rules this season changed the typical plan for the Nittany Lions. Snyder discusses how that, plus the additional bye week, makes things very different for the staff than in previous years.

However, he outlines the general plan and number of coaches that will be on the road today. Look out for an article from Snyder about the specifics later on Thursday.

Team making impressive strides in wide receiver recruiting

The next section of the show is dedicated to the player feedback that Snyder received from his inquiries into the Bowling Green visitors. While there were more than we discuss on the show, we dive deeper into the conversations he had with 2027 targets Myles McAfee and Matt Gregory. McAfree is quickly ascending to the top of the names to know in recruiting for the Nittany Lions, and Gregory is an electric track athlete who recently received a scholarship offer from the staff. We discuss their comments about the game and the program before broadening the conversation to receiver recruiting.

Penn State wide receivers coach Marques Hagans was under pressure after a lackluster June recruiting surge. Yet since then, the team has put together an impressive run of commitments in 2026 and even made up ground that they lost in June with the commitment of Matthew Outten to begin September. We discuss the dynamics of that turnaround.

Commit performance and game preview

Finally, we review the Penn State commits and targets you need to know from the last seven days of high school football. Snyder put together a list of recruits who had standout games from last weekend and the upcoming games that feature recruits you need to follow. We discuss both lists to end the show.

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BWI Live: How Penn State adjusts to losing CRITICAL offensive weapon, what stood out at practice this week

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Penn State football opened up the doors of the Lasch football building on Tuesday afternoon to let the media get a glimpse at the team's bye week progress. Afterward, head coach James Franklin spoke with the media about the team's performance last week and through the first two games. We'll discuss both of those events, plus the important news that came out of it regarding the status of tight end Andrew Rappleyea on today's BWI Live show.

Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get your thoughts about the team on the air today! We'll be discussing the state of the Penn State football team with the live chat throughout the show. Be part of the action by subscribing to our channel and enabling notifications so you are the first to know when we go live.

Penn State faces attrition at tight end

Yesterday Penn State head coach James Franklin announced that redshirt freshman tight end Andrew Rappleyea sustained a long-term injury before the Bowling Green game. What does that mean for the Penn State offense? We'll discuss the impact, how it changes potential plans for the season, and how the attrition at tight end is changing things overall.

Next, we'll discuss the other important observations from Penn State's open practice on Tuesday including offensive and defensive notes and how the practice structure worked.

We also got to see one-on-one drills between the Penn State pass catchers and the defensive backs. We'll show you those highlights and discuss our impressions.

Between the Lines

Aside from the Rappleyea news, we'll discuss Franklin's other comments from Tuesday night and explain the nuances behind them with our Between the Lines segment.

How did the new technology work for the team this past weekend? We'll discuss Franklin's comments about that, defenisve issues in the first half against Bowling Green, and more.

Sunday Film Study

Finally, we'll discuss some topics that fans are talking about after the first two weeks. We'll explain why Julian Fleming and Liam Clifford haven't seen as many targets to start the season. We'll also discuss Nick Singleton's maturation as a runner and why fans should be high on the team's offense after the first two games.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Bowling Green: Wake-Up Call or SIGN of Things to Come?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team has an early-season bye week that is a surprising relief for the team after a fitful win over Bowling Green on Saturday. On today's BWI Live Show, we discuss the team's closer-than-anticipated win, the team's to-do list for the bye week, and your questions! Join us for the BWI Mailbag to end the show, and we'll answer your questions and thoughts about Penn State Football.

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Penn State bye week practice and bye week to-do list

The Nittany Lions have their first of two bye weeks this weekend, so the weekly open practice is Tuesday evening instead of Wednesday. We'll discuss what we're expecting from the team during the off week and what sort of information we want to learn from the event.

Next, we'll discuss what the team needs to accomplish this week with the team's off time. Are there things they can rework with a few extra days before the next home game? What are the important things to accomplish with a bonus bye week? We'll discuss those ideas and what other factors go into this week.

Bowling Green Review

Many of our conversations from today's show will spill over into the BWI Mailbag, but we'll discuss the highs and lows of Penn State's 34-27 win over Bowling Green on Saturday. What did the team do well, and what caused the 24-point outburst in the first half? We'll discuss the issues coming into the game and why we were so wrong about the team's chances of playing young players and getting a blowout.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll turn the show over to you! What do you want to know about Penn State football after the season's first two weeks? We'll discuss your comments from the live chat. We'll also feature questions from members of the Blue White Illustrated message board to start the segment. Join us live to hear what our experts think about the team's offensive explosion through two games and if that is sustainable for the rest of the year. We'll also talk about the team's wide receiver production, the defensive pressure, and more!

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BWI Live Postgame: Penn State ESCAPES Bowling Green

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Penn State football went the distance against an aggressive and confidnet Bowling Green team, but more explosive plays put the Nittany Lions over the top despite a shaky performance from the Nittany Lions defense.

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It was an uneven day from the Penn State Nittany Lions during the team's win over Bowling Green. The defense allowed 24 first half points thanks to exploisve plays and methodical drives from the Bowling Green offense.

However, the Nittany Lions offense did enough to keep the team even through the first two quarters. However, two interceptions by Tony Rojas and Zakee Wheatley changed the game in Penn State's favor in the fourth quarter. After Wheatley's big pick on third down, running back Nick Singleton followed up with a touchdown run of 41 yards for a touchdown to put the team up by ten.

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Penn State Wrestling Show: TWO BJC Duals? Home Schedule Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 5 Sep 2024 17:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Wrestling Show from Blue-White Illustrated is back with another fresh episode as the start of the Nittany Lions' NCAA title defense inches closer with each passing day. This week's episode looks ahead to one of the final International freestyle events on the calendar this year before moving on to the 2024-2025 Big Ten opponents for head coach Cael Sanderson's team.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel kick things off with a look at the U20 World Championships. Five Nittany Lion connections, including four current members of the team, are in Spain for the event, which starts its men's freestyle competition on Friday. Class of 2024 signees Luke Lilledahl (57 kilograms, 125 pounds), Zack Ryder (79kg/174.1 pounds), and Connor Mirasola (92 kg/202 pounds) are all competing. So, too, is Class of 2025 commit PJ Duke (70 kg/154 pounds) and redshirt freshman Joshua Barr (86 kg/189.5 pounds). What is the outlook for each as the aim for World wrestling glory? We break down the action.

Next up on the docket is who Penn State will face during the conference portion of the regular season schedule. In case you missed it, the Lions will host Iowa, Michigan, Michigan State, Maryland in State College. It will travel to Nebraska, Illinois, Ohio State, Rutgers. The duo discuss the overall outlook for the year and debate who the Bryce Jordan Center opponent will be. As of Thursday, Penn State has not yet announced that decision.

From there, Carr and Pickel close out the show by offering some final thoughts on where things stand two months and change before the action gets underway. More schedule news is coming, but so far, it's trickling out later than usual. Why? Pickel closes the show with his thoughts on that.

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BWI Live: Which Prospects Will be at the Penn State Home Opener? | Game Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team takes on Bowling Green in the first home game of the 2024 sale p. Today on the BWI Live REcruiging show, we'll present the high school players who will join the team for the festivities, plus give you our predictions for the contest. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or check out the replay on the site.

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Penn State starts out week on fire

The Penn State recruiting staff wasted little time getting momentum off its win over West Virginia to start the year. On Monday, long-time wide receiver target Matthew Outten flipped from Virginia Tech to Penn State. Then, on Tuesday, top offensive line target Malachi Goodman committed to the program. We'll recap those decisions and discuss what we've learned about them since then with recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz.

Penn State practice update

Meanwhile, the current Penn State Nittany Lions are gearing up for their contest against Bowling Green on Saturday. We'll Check in with the program and give you some high-level thoughts about what we saw at open practice yesterday.

However, the game is only part of the story for Penn State recruiting. We'll preview the top names from the upcoming recruiting classes that join the Nittany Lions on the sidelines for the noon kick. With a non-conference opponent that doesn't bring much juice to the field, did the recruiting staff secure enough important players to get a recruiting win this weekend? Can they continue their momentum and get a commitment for a future class? We'll discuss those thoughts with our experts.

Game predictions

Finally, we'll end the week of live shows with our game score predictions. It's not as much about whether Penn State will win but by how much. We'll discuss the keys to victory for the game and the most important areas the team can improve this weekend.

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BWI Live: Penn State Players We Want to Watch this Weekend

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Penn State emerged victorious from its week one game against West Virginia. Now, the team turns the page to face Bowling Green for the 2024 home opener on Saturday. Join the BWI Live Show as we discuss what stood out from last week and what we want to see this coming weekend.

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Penn State players we're interested in watching this weekend

While nonconference games aren't the best opportunities to view the team's talent against comparable competition, it is a great time to see the younger players on the Penn State roster who will likely get a chance to see the field in the second half. Today, we run down the top players we're interested in watching play against Bowling Green on Saturday.

Will Penn State star running back recruit Quinton Martin get his time to shine? How about freshman quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer? We discuss those players and more!

Practice preview

Penn State opens practice on Wednesday evening, and Blue White Illustrated will be on hand to see and hear all the relevant information and details. We discuss the things we're looking for, including Julian Fleming's position, the health of the team's pass catchers, and the offensive line combinations we see during the ten-minute window of practice.

Finally, we review Saturday's game one last time with the standout players, schemes, and developments from the win over West Virginia. We will discuss Tom Allen's defense, Andy Kotelnicki's scheme, and the top players from Saturday.

Which safety had a better game? We discuss Jaylen Reed and KJ Winston's performance from Saturday and highlight the way that Allen used all three safeties in the game.

Penn State Game week coverage

The Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel has you covered for another exciting Penn State Football game week. We'll bring you head coach James Franklin's full press conference on Wednesday night after practice, along with key players and assistants afterward.

Then get ready for the 2024 home opener with Blue White Illustrated outside of the Bryce Jordan Center ticket office. The Penn State Football Tailgate Show airs at 9 a.m., three hours before kickoff, getting you ready for the game. Follow up with the Postgame show immediately following the final whistle of Penn State vs. Bowling Green and then hear from our experts on the ground with their instant analysis. We'll also have James Franklin's postgame press conference and more.

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BWI Live: Penn State Makes Statement on Offense in Week One Win

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It's a busy day on the BWI Live Football Show! Join us for an hour of Penn State football talk as we disucss the team's win over West Virginia, James Franklin's press confernece, and the latest recruiting new for the Nittany Lions. Join us live at 10 a.m. as our Penn State football experts, Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer discuss the most important aspects of the win, what mattered, and what was interesting from the last four days.

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Penn State Recruiting update

Penn State got good news for it's receiver recruiting on Monday when top target, four-star wide receiver Matthew Outten, committed to the program. Fitz discusses the impact of the flip from Virginia Tech and what's next for the recruiting class. There's more news on the horizon, as he reported last week. Malachi Goodman is close to making a decision, and Fitz will provide the latest information he has on the situation. Finally, he'll preview the upcoming visitors to Happy Valley for the next month.

Between the Lines and West Virginia Recap

Today's show will largely be dedicated to Penn State head coach James Franklin's press conference on Monday. The Nittany Lion's leader reviewed the win over West Virginia and had some interesting nuggest that we'll review in our weekly segment.

Next, we'll give our own thoughts on the game in our first full game recap since the conclusion of the win on Saturday. Penn State raced out to a lead after a sloppy first five minutes of gameplay and never looked back on the way to a 34-12 win over West Virginia. Fitz and Bauer were at the game and give their accounts of what happened.

We'll review the offensive performance, discuss the standout players from Saturday on both sides of the ball and hear from Penn State guard Sal Wormley. He gives his thoughts on Drew Allar's performance from this weekend.

BWI Mailbag

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Penn State ROLLS West Virginia in offensive explosion | Postgame Show

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Penn State football put plenty of questions to bed on Saturday afternoon with a dominant performance against West Virginia in Morgantown. Despite a rain delay, the team rolled the Mountaineers with a dominant performance on defense, on the ground, and through the air.

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Penn State doesn't let rain delay dampen fireworks

The Penn State offense came out on fire in the second half of it's win over West Virginia. We'll discuss how running back Nick Singleton ripped off two runs of 40 yard runs and how the offense found it's mojo after a 2023 season that felt like a grind offensively. On the day, the team gained 149 yards on explosive runs over eight carries of ten or more yards.

Next, we'll highlight Drew Allar's play on the day and, how he changed his mentality after an offseason of work and how the Nittany Lions found a rhythm in the passing game. Again, big plays were the name of the game. Allar tossed six passes for 178 yards including a 50-yard touchdown strike to Trey Wallace that led to the team's first big touchdown of the game.

Trouble spots to clean up?

However, it wasn't all rosy for the Penn State offense. Beau Pribula's presence in the run game struggled to make the impact that the team hoped for. He finished the game with three carries for 25 yards, mixed with an "almost" fumble early in the game. However, his presence paid off in the end as he tossed the game-sealing touchdown in the red zone from 19 yards out to Tyler Warren.

Penn State defense dominates

Next, we'll discuss the defense's play and how they stopped the West Virginia attack in the second half and put quarterback Garrett Greene into a no-win situation. Linebacker Tony Rojas made plays in the first half, but he settled down in the second and became a dangerous weapon for the Penn State defense. We highlight his accomplishments and what they mean for the team.

The Penn State safeties were lights out in the first half, but the team gave up some chunk plays in the second, which led to a West Virginia touchdown. Yet overall, the secondary had an excellent day. We discuss their performance.

The Penn State Football team dominated West Virginia 34-12 on Saturday in Morgantown. The trio of Sean Fitz, Greg Pickel, and Nate Bauer give their thoughts about the team's performance against West Virginia. The Lions dominated with big plays and suffocating defense and came out of a nearly 2.5-hour rain delay on fire. Our experts discuss the emergence of wide receiver Trey Wallace, Drew Allar's exceptional day, and more.

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Can Penn State Recruit on the ROAD at West Virginia? | Weekend Preview and Game Predictions

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Penn State football takes on West Virginia this weekend in Morgantown to start the 2024 season. But with the game on the road, the Nittany Lions have a recruiting snag. Their only marquee game of September is on enemy soil. With two non-conference games and a bout with Illinois to close out the month, how can the team stay in contact and draw interest from top prospects? Today, on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing how the team can potentially do some recruiting this weekend, thanks to the close, regional aspect of the game.

Recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss Penn State's opportunity to have potential targets see the game in Morgantown and impress players this weekend. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we discuss that, plus the latest news on a top prospect, weekend games to watch, and a preview of Penn State and West Virginia.

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Is Penn State closing in on a top target decision?

One of the quietest, and most important prospects in the Class of 2025, Malachi Goodman is nearing a decision. The 6-5 offensive tackle prospect doesn't talk much, but may be nearing a decision date. Fitz discusses the latest on Goodman's path to a college pick to open today's show. Which schools is it down to? We'll give you the info you need to know ahead of the decision.

Penn State vs. West Virginia Preview

The Penn State Nittany Lions need to make recruiting headway in a sleepy September. The team doesn't have a marquee home game on the schedule unitl mid-October. So, can head coach James Franklin and his staff use the close proximity of Morgantown to get exposure to regional recruits interested in the game? We'll discuss that idea and which prospects will be attending this weekend.

Next, we'll get into a preview of the game itself. Which players are the most important for a Penn State victory? We'll discuss X-Factors for the Nittany Lions, the biggest matchup advantages and weaknesses plus give our score predictions for the game.

High School prospects shine in the first week, preview of the weekend

We'll close the recruiting show discussing the standout players from the previous weekend of high school football, Snyder gathered the notable performances from Penn State commits from the first weekend of high school football to give fans a sense of how the team's future looks.

We'll discuss those players and performances and then look ahead to the coming weekend to preview the next round of games you need to watch.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. West Virginia Preview

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Penn State Football takes on West Virginia in one of the premier games to start Week 1 of the college football season. Today, we're previewing the game on the BWI Live Show. Join reporter Greg Pickel as he takes us through both sides of the ball and the matchups we think will determine the game. We'll also discuss the recent film studies on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel and what you should expect from West Virginia's squad this weekend.

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Penn State open practice preview

We have one final chance to see the Nittany Lions in action before game day on Wednesday evening. Penn State opens up practice this afternoon and BWI will be there to cover everything. We'll discuss what we expect to see and hear tonight. We'll also take your questions throughout the show, so make sure you get into the live chat and have your voice heard!

West Virginia preview

We've done extensive research on the West Virginia team to bring Penn State fans a detailed scouting report on the show and on the site. We'll preview the game and give you some of those nuggets on the show. Who has the upper hand at QB? Can Garrett Greene show off that explosive playmaking talent he had in 2023? Can Drew Allar go from safe game manager to difference-maker under center? We'll discuss the factors that will affect both quarterbacks on Saturday. We'll also preview the key matchups and what to expect from the rebuilt West Virginia secondary, which brought in a slew of transfers this offseason.

Finally, we'll highlight some trends from the Mountaineers and discuss the team's dual nature, including veterans returning at key positions, especially on offense. We'll also discuss the challenges of scouting a team with as many new faces from different programs as the Mountaineers put together this offseason. Join us for a full hour of Penn State and West Virginia preview!

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All Roads Lead to Morgantown | Penn State Prepares for West Virginia

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It's game week for Penn State football! The Nittany Lions take on the West Virginia Mountaineers in Morgantown on Saturday at noon. We're getting you ready for the game with the latest news and conversation from the Nittany Lions as they prepare for the season opener. Join the BWI Live Show today to hear from Blue White Illustrated's experts about the upcoming game live at 10 a.m. on YouTube. We'll also take your questions in the BWI Mailbag! Join the show and put your questions in the live chat. We'll answer the best ones to end the show.

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Penn State news and James Franklin press conference recap

Penn State Athletics started the day with a big announcement that Athletic Director Pat Kraft signed a contract extension with the program through 2032. We'll discuss the impact of Kraft, and what head coach James Franklin had to say about the decision during his weekly press conference. We'll also recap the major accomplishments under Kraft's leadership.

Next, we'll get into the major discussions from yesterday. Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media for just over 40 minutes to kick off game week with his Monday press conference. You can hear his full comments on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel, but we'll pick out the most interesting things he had to say on Monday to discuss in our featured segment, Between the Lines.

Today's topics include the right tackle battle heading into the opener, Franklin's comments on the Penn State wide receiver depth, and the team's freshman status for the coming season.

Penn State vs. West Virginia preview

While our Tuesday show will be primarily dedicated to reviewing the previous game during the season, we're getting a jump on the team's upcoming game. Join us for a preview of Penn State and West Virginia's premiere clash this weekend.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll take your questions about Penn State Football and the upcoming game in the BWI Mailbag. Another great reason to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated is to get your question featured in the Mailbag. We take submissions from the BWI Message Board each Monday and Tuesday morning from members who submit their thoughts. Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to find out what we're discussing to end the show!

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Penn State Recruits you NEED to watch this weekend | Elite prospect run incoming?

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The high school football season starts this weekend and we're bringing the upcoming games you need to know into focus on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. Join industry experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as they discuss the most important Penn State Football recruiting news of the week.

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Penn State offers defensive end from California

We'll discuss the latest offer that the Penn State recruiting staff sent out this week to JUCO edge rusher Odera Okaka. Snyder and Fitz will discuss what they know about the player and what they think of his skills.

Next, the duo will discuss the initial On3 rankings for the Class of 2027. While that group is years away from commitment, let along seeing the college field, Penn State is in a strong position already. We'll discuss where Kemon Spell, a Pennsylvania commit to the class, ranks in the first salvo. Which other players show up in the top players of 2027? We'll discuss the chance for Penn State to go on an elite QB commit run with Peter Bourque.

2025 Preview and discussion

The 2025 high school football season starts this weekend, and Snyder has a list of games he's following to begin the season. Penn State has commits and targets nationwide, so he's previewing local and national games for fans to follow. We'll provide fans with the names to know in each game.

We'll also discuss the team's best recruiting evaluations in the Class of 2025. What makes Alex Tatsch and Matt Henderson such big wins for the Penn State staff? Snyder and Fitz discuss.

Lastly, we'll look at the Penn State recruiting Class of 2026. After struggling in 2025, the team already has two speedy wideouts committed for the next cycle. Who could be the next player that receivers coach, Marques Hagans targets? Fitz wrote up a list of the top names fans should know for the upcoming junior season standouts.

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Penn State Closes Training Camp | Final Practice Review

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Penn State closed training camp on Tuesday afternoon with their final practice before the flip to Week One preparation for West Virginia. Before the team split into varsity and practice squad, we got one final look at the Nittany Lions and then discussed training camp with head coach James Franklin, his top assistants, and key players afterward. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we discuss those things and share the important quotes from last night.

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Penn State practice review

Reporter Greg Pickel was at practice on Tuesday night and got a view of both the offense and defense during the ten-minute window the media gets each week. We'll discuss his observations and what we thought was interesting during the final camp practice.

James Franklin and the coordinators discuss camp

Afterward, Franklin and his top Penn State assistants spoke to the media to discuss the team's progress. We'll provide you with the most interesting quotes and notable comments from Franklin, offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, special teams coordinator Justin Lustig, and defensive coordinator Tom Allen.

Topics for today's Between the Lines segment include Drew Allar's ability to process information, the battle for the third running back, position switches and offensive line combinations, and more.

Pickel will discuss the kicker situation that Lustig outlined for the regular season and how the new rules change Penn State's red light and green light system for determining redshirt status for freshmen.

Sunday Film Study

This past weekend, we broke down the Indiana defense and their work against Wisconsin in a 20-14 win in November of last season. Penn State will face the new-look Wisconsin Badgers this fall so it's a relevant matchup for fans to know and understand. As a bonus, we'll hear from Allen about his defense, what he believes in, and his potential shift to playing more aggressive coverages at Penn State under Franklin.

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Penn State Captains Announced | Final Week of Camp Preview

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Penn State football enters the final week of training camp before the regular season starts in earnest next week. On today's BWI Live Football Show, we preview the team's open practice for Tuesday night and what we hope to learn from our last view of camp. We'll also take your questions on the BWI Mailbag! Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube or check out the video embedded in this article.

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Penn State news and notes

We start today with the news this week that Penn State named it's team captains for the upcoming season. We'll give you the six players tasked with leading the program and what their selection means for the team. Next, we'll get into the relevant news from this past weekend. That info includes a position switch for a defensive player, preason awards nominations for several players, and more.

Next, we'll preview open practice to give you our thoughts on what we're looking for when Penn State opens the doors of the Lasch Football Facility on Tuesday night. Senior Editor Nate Bauer will be there and discuss what storylines he's following in the final availability before the team begins preparation for West Virginia.

BWI Mailbag Finally, we'll take your questions in the BWI Mailbag.

Today's topics include the team captains and Drew Allar's includion in the group. What does it mean that his peers and the staff named the starting quarterback a captain? We'll also predict which defensive player will have the most impact this coming year. Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki's scheme and edict for running the football are clear. But what's the goal of the new attack that feels similar in it's approach to last year's philosophy?

Don't see your topic on the list? Join the live chat and ask a question during the show! Our experts will reply to fans throughout the show, and we'll highlight the best questions in the mailbag. If you haven't yet, join the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't miss practice highlights, press conferences, and live shows!

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BWI Live: Can Nick Singleton blow up in 2024? | Penn State Training Camp Update

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The Penn State Nittany Lions head into the third week of fall training camp with our next view of open practice on Tuesday evening. So, before that, we're getting you ready for the final push towards the regular season on the BWI Live Show. Join Nittany Lion insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer as we discuss the latest in Penn State football news.

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Penn State practice recap

Penn State opened the doors of the Lasch Football facility last Thursday, so today is our first chance to discuss what happened during our view of open practice. More importantly, head coach James Franklin spoke late last week and discussed his team's progress to that point. Our experts were on hand and will discuss his comments in our weekly segment, Between the Lines. Bauer and Fitz will give you the context and meaning behind Franklin's comments about the team's competitiveness during camp, their progress in installing the playbook, and more.

We'll also preview tonight's action by discussing the storylines that they find most compelling as the team transitions from camp to West Virginia prep in the next few days.

Player spotlight

In addition to Franklin, Bauer spoke with Penn State cornerback Cam Miller during camp. We'll discuss his recent article breaking down the team's six-man cornerback competition. Meanwhile, Fitz wrote about two Pennsylvania wide receivers, Anthony Ivey and Mehki Flowers. How are they progressing so far this fall? He'll discuss those articles.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll turn the show over to you! Want to get a question featured in the BWI Mailbag? Join Blue White Illustrated and submit your question in the weekly mailbag thread we post every Monday before the show. Today's featured question concerns star running back Nick Singleton. The superstar athlete worked through growing pains last season on his way to a good but not outstanding 2023. Has he progressed to become a better all-around running back? We'll discuss that and more! Didn't get your question in on time? Don't worry; you can join the live chat and answer your questions to the staff live on air.

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BWI Live: The NEXT Wave of Penn State Wide Receiver Targets Emerges

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Penn State football recruiting is in a dead period, but that doesn't mean there isn't news flying around the recruiting world. So far, the team has earned three commitments during the dead period and may be on their way to more. Recruiting insider Ryan Snyder is back and delivers the freshest news on the football team's efforts in 2025 and beyond on today's show.

Join BWI Live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get your thoughts and questions on the show! We'll be taking your comments in the live chat and interacting with fans. While recruiting is never over, the 2024 football season is in full swing. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated's YouTube Channel for practice highlights, recaps of what we see and more! Of course, the best way to get all of the information is to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated for premium recruiting and football intel.

Penn State ready to flip a target?

On3 national recruiting expert Steve Wiltfong put in a pick for Penn State to land four-star linebacker Cam Smith this week. The Duke commit has was a target for Penn State during the early portion of the 2025 recruiting cycle, but made a surprise decision to follow former Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz to Duke, once Diaz accepted the job there. So what's changed? Snyder discusses the situation.

Receiver recruiting offers more information

It's not just that Penn State wide recevier recruiting in on the forefront of fan's minds. There's new information about the next crop of targets for the Nittany Lions in the back half of the 2025 cyle and beyond.

Snyder will discuss Utah wide receiver Jerome Myles and his top ten schools, plus the names emerging to join Lavar Keys and Jahsiear Rogers in 2026.

Speaking of those wide receivers, Snyder was on vacation for Koby Howard and Keys' commitments last week. He spoke with On3 Recruiting Director Charles Power about Howard and shares what Howard thinks about the Florida wideout. Snyder also dishes what he knows on Keys and the situation there.

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BWI Live: Penn State Media Day Quotes That Say More Than You Think

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After an event like Penn State Media Day there's an overwhelming amount of quotes, insight and answers to process after a day-long interview process with the football team. There's no way that we could get to all of the most interesting quotes and thoughts from Saturday in just one show. So on today's BWI Live Show, we're taking a second dip into those conversations. Greg Pickel joins the show to give his perspective on the players and comments he found most interesting from his day on campus.

We'll also highlight the most interesting takeaways from BTN's training camp tour of Penn State, which aired Tuesday night. Pickel will discuss the points that fans need to know from the show and how many of them overlap with what we've been discussing at Blue White Illustrated.

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Four things we learned about Penn State Football on BTN's Camp Special

Pickel wrote a synopsis of Tuesday night's spotlight on the Penn State football team from the conference network. He shares his thoughts about what was meaningful and what he thought was important from that group.

Quotes from Media Day thatstuck with us

For the main portion of today's show, we'll discuss the quotes that stuck with us since Saturday. Not every comment gets an immediate return after a player or coach utters it into a microphone. Sometimes it takes reflection and perspective to illuminate how important that comment was. We'll go through talking points from offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, defensive coordinator Tom Allen, and several players, including Drew Shelton and Kaden Saunders.

Sunday Film Study

Finally, we'll discuss the Sunday Film Study we did this week on the Blue White Illustrated message board. We took a deep dive into Kotelnicki's offense at Kansas when he beat Penn State's first opponent in 2024, West Virginia. The game took place in 2022, but there are obvious elements in the running and passing game that translate to the current Nittany Lions team. We'll discuss the major takeaways from that game and how perception is very different from the reality of box scores.

Believe it or not, we're just one day away from our next look at Penn State practice. The team will open its doors again this week on Thursday. Stay tuned to Blue White Illustrated for practice insight and information.

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BWI Live: Recapping the First Week of Penn State Training Camp and Media Day

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Penn State football is nearly a calendar week through fall training camp and the 2024 season is a full-go after Media Day on Saturday. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss what we've seen so far from the team's two open practices, and discuss the most interesting comments we heard during the day-long media session this past weekend.

Penn State Football experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer discuss the team's progress through the first three practices and what they learned from their conversations on Saturday. We'll discuss the receiver room's progress this offseason, according to it's coaches, and take your comments throughout the show! It's a busy week but we'll still make time for the BWI Mailbag to get your thoughts and questions to cap off the day!

Join us live on YouTube at 10 a.m. Tues-Thurs or watch the replay anytime here on the site. There's never been a better time to join Blue White Illustrated or the BWI YouTube Channel than right now!

Fitz's recruiting update

Penn State got a surprise commitment after a week of surprise commitments this past weekend. Pennsylvania native and 2027 running back Kemon Spell committed to the program on Sunday, nearly three full years before his college enrollment date. Fitz will discuss the meaning of such an early commitment and what it says about Spell.

He'll also discuss some of the rule changes in college football and how they are affecting the team's recruiting strategies for the Class of 2025 and beyond.

Penn State press conferences: Between the lines

There were thousands of questions and answers during Penn State Media Day, and our experts highligh the most interesting for today's show. We'll discuss what Fitz and Bauer discussed with their interview subjects, plus highlight comments that head coach James Franklin and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki made at the podium.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll get to your questions in the BWI Mailbag to conclude the show. We'll address the situation at guard and center with Cooper Cousins. Is there a new plan for the freshman lineman? From there, we'll discuss the opening game against West Virginia and highlight special teams. Want to ask your own question? Join the show live at 10 a.m. and put your thoughts into the live chat during the show.

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Recapping the First Week of Penn State Training Camp and Media Day

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BWI Live: Penn State Recruiting AGGRESSIVE in 2026 | Training Camp News and Updates

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Penn State football opened practice for the 2024 season on Wednesday, with the first day of training camp. On today's BWI Live REcruiting show, we'll discuss what we saw at camp and the latest recruiting and football news. Join industry insider Sean Fitz as we bring you insight into the team's latest surge in recruiting. We'll discuss that, plus what's to come in the next phase of the recruiting calendar.

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Penn State Practice Update

The biggest news from yesterday's camp was the absence of sophomore defensive end Jamieal Lyons and redshirt freshman linebacker Kaveion Keys. Fitz will give you the latest information on the situation. Next, we discuss what we saw at camp, including adding new coaches to the on-field training staff and what impact that had on practice.

Recruiting Wins and News

Wednesday was a busy day for the Penn State staff, with camp opening and two commitments on the same day. We discuss 2025 defense tackle Yvan Kemajou's commitment and 2026 edge rusher Daniel Jennings.

The team also hosted two 2026 offensive linemen on Wednesday, which Fitz will discuss.

Finally, we'll look ahead to the next phase of recruiting. What's next on the calendar, and which players are on the Penn State recruiting radar? Join the show to find out!

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BWI Live: Does Penn State Football have to make the CFP This Year? | Plus Max Granville Interview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 15:30:06 +0000

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Penn State football enters an unprecedented change in the modern landscape of college football this year. For the first time ever, the playoff is expanded to 12 teams. At the same time, the Big Ten's own expansion and removal of divisions means that the Nittany Lions are no longer locked in an eternal battle royal with two of the top five teams in college football in Ohio State and Michigan. With that opportunity, is it now or never for Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff to finally reach the postseason?

Penn State starts the march toward that goal today when training camp opens up for the 2024 season. Blue White Illustrated senior editor Nate Bauer joins BWI Live to answer that question and to discuss what he's looking for on Wednesday evening when the team opens up practice to the media.

Finally, you'll hear an exclusive interview with new Penn State defensive end Max Granville. He discusses why he chose the Nittany Lions, why he reclassified to 2024, and his goals for the upcoming year.

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Does Penn State Football HAVE to make the CFP This year? | PLUS Max Granville Interview

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BWI Live: Penn State Training Camp Preview

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The Penn State football season is upon us! The Nittany Lions start training camp tomorrow and begin the hopeful march towards another postseason berth. With the College Football Playoff and the Big Ten Expanding, it's an unprecedented time for Penn State head coach James Franklin and his team.

All of that starts with the camp battles and storylines that we'll track over the next four weeks. Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on watch the replay embedded in this article. As we do with every football show, we'll be taking your questions in the BWI Mailbag. Join the show or submit your question on the mailbag submission thread each week before the show!

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Lasch Bash Preview

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The annual Lasch Bash BBQ is the final stop on the Penn State summer recruiting trail. It's also one last chance to make an impression on key recruits in 2025 before the season begins for high school and college teams. We're previewing the two-day event on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show with leading industry insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz. Which players are coming to campus this week? Snyder has been cataloging all the names over the last few weeks. He and Fitz will discuss the most interesting names on today's show. Also, which players are future Penn State freaks? Snyder put together his list of four players in the Class of 2025 who have the tools to be elite athletes in college.

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BWI Live: BWI Live: Power Ranking the Penn State Offense | Big Ten Media Days Preview

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Penn State football is one week away from training camp, and we're getting you ready with our latest episode of BWI Live. Today, we're power-ranking the offensive positions ahead of training camp. Will the wide receivers get out of the dog house? Will the tight end room take the top spot on the list? Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss and debate which positions are the strongest and which are the weakest. Plus, get a Big Ten Media Day Preview from reporter Greg Pickel, who is on-site in Indianapolis for Penn State's turn in front of the cameras.

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Power Ranking the Penn State offense

Over the past week, we've been laying out the case for each position individually, starting with the wide receivers and working up to the team's top group. Check out each article on the site for a full breakdown, including a deep-dive on how Penn State can unlock the best of quarterback Drew Allar this fall. We'll recount the major reasons why each position landed in the spot they did on today's show.

Big Ten Media Days

Pickel will join the show around 10:30 to give a report to fans about what he's seen and heard so far at Big Ten Media Days. Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft spoke for nearly 30 minutes on Tuesday evening to discuss the major topics facing the Nittany Lions and college sports. Pickel will give his thoughts on the most interesting comments from Kraft and what they mean. Then, we'll preview the upcoming media schedule for the Nittany Lions in Indy. Be sure to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated to get the latest exclusive content!

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BWI Live: What Can the Penn State Offense Do in Week One to Show REAL Growth?

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The Penn State football season starts in eight days, and the training camp will open next Wednesday. We're preparing you for the upcoming excitement by answering your questions in the BWI Mailbag. Join the show today as we talk about the questions that fans asked of the show. One of our main topics today will be the season opener against West Virginia. What can the offense do in the first game to show that they'll be explosive throughout the year? We'll discuss Abdul Carter's impact on the defense and how the offense will look in 2024.

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Recruiting Show: ONE Last Chance to Snag a Receiver this Summer? | Recapping the Lion's Misses

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It's been just a week since Penn State football missed out on four-star in-state wide receiver Lex Cyus. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, insider Ryan Snyder discusses the loss of Cyrus and four-star Texas receiver Taz Williams. We'll also review the team's situation coming out of the official visit and commitment portion of the recruiting calendar and discuss the team's one-last gasp to get a receiver recruit this summer. Finally, we'll review the class as a whole and get Snyder's thoughts on the group.

Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the show. We'll take fan questions and discuss what's on your mind in Penn State recruiting. The best way to know when we are live is to subscribe to the Blue-White Illustrated YouTube Channel and to enable notifications. Better yet, subscribe to the site and get access to premium recruiting content so you're always in the know about what's going on with the Nittany Lions.

Penn State receiver recruiting continues to lag

Despite heading into the official visit season with a long list of high-quality options, Penn State managed to recruit only one wide receiver for the Class of 2025 during June. Here's the full list of Penn State official visitors and where they committed this summer.

Corey Simms - USC

Lex Cyrus - SCAR

Quincy Porter - OSU

Matthew Outten - VT

Jeff Exinor - PSU

Phillip Bell - Uncommitted

Lyrick Samuel - PSU

Taz Williams Jr. - Baylor

Samari Reed - Ole Miss

Koby Howard - Uncommitted

Naeshaun Montgomery - Uncommitted

We'll ask Snyder what he makes of that list and if he expected the Nittany Lions to be in this position in the back half of July. We'll also specifically touch on the decisions made by Cyrus and Williams in the last week.

One last chance to fix it?

While the recruiting drama is never over, college football has one last weekend of recruiting before the team shifts its focus to the 2024 season. The annual Lasch Bash BBQ is next weekend and the team hosts camps during that final weekend. Can Penn State find a quality wide receive to add to the class like they did quarterback Jaxon Smolik in 2023? Snyder will discuss how the Lions will approach the upcoming weekend.

Also, Penn State likes to have drama free recruiting classes that don't have surprises at the end. Can they maintain a drama-free 2025? Or will drastic measures need to happen to ensure the team secures enough talent for the cycle?

Commitments and reviews

Finally, we'll discuss the team's recruiting win from last week. Three-star defensive tackle Randy Adirika joined the program, making him the first interior defensive lineman in the group. What kind of player is he? Snyder will share what he knows about the Florida defensive lineman.

Lastly, we'll review the committed players in the class and discuss what sort of group Penn State has assembled this year.

Penn State receiver recruiting continues to lag

Despite heading into the official visit season with a long list of high-quality options, Penn State managed to recruit only one wide receiver for the Class of 2025 during June.

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BWI Live: Five Burning Penn State Training Camp Questions

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Penn State Football opens training camp in just over two weeks, and the race to the postseason begins in earnest. Before that happens, we're previewing the most critical month of the offseason on the BWI Live Show. Today, we're asking five burning Penn State Football questions that we want answers to during training camp. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to hear what players, situations and schemes are buried just under the surface.

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BWI Mailbag quick-hitter

Before we get into the main focus of the show, we take a moment to answer a mailbag question from the Tuesday live show that didn't make it on air. Lions Den member Davidwg wants to know the following:

"If Penn State has two WRs play to the level that Parker Washington did, is that enough for the offense to be able to compete for a big ten title?"

We'll discuss what it means to be on Parker Washington's level as a receiver, the implications of how that would work in the offense, and if Penn State could get to a Big Ten Title with that level of talent.

Five burning Penn State Football training camp questions

As you might expect with me, the questions we're discussing today aren't the headliner topics that have domianted the Penn State news cycle for the offseason. We're digging a bit deeper to find five important questions that need answers for the team this fall.

5) How will the receiver position shake out positionally?

Fans have focued on the who of the receiver position, but today we'll take a look at the how behind their fit. A football team is like a complex puzzle with pieces that need to fit together in order to get a winning picture. We'll dive into the details of this group and see if Penn State receiver coach Marques Hagans and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki can make something better from the sum of the parts.

4) Which sub-package rises to the top?

While the top line starters are still a question, there are interesting battles down the depth chart that also will play out next month. While we're not previewing individuals, we are looking at the inter-positional matchups that will decide the flavor of Penn State's scheme under Kotelnicki in the first month of the season.

3) Left Tackle Depth

There aren't many questions about who will start at tackle, with veteran Drew Shelton at the top of the depth chart. But is there depth behind him? Who are the players that can present a viable presence on the roster?

2) What does Penn State's third-down package look like?

Count this on the list of "good" problems to have for the Penn State defense. When the team hits third and long, which players will earn a spot on the defense? From getting after the quarterback to playing in coverage, there are multiple options for defensive coordinator Tom Allen.

1) Will the plan pay off?

The top question is also the most broad. Penn State head coach James Franklin made a bold strategy choice when installing the team's new offense, defense, and special teams. We'll review that decision and why it matters now.

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BWI Live: Penn State White Out Game Set | Training Camp Preview!

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Yesterday, Penn State Football made the announcement that everyone was waiting for. The team will host Washington for the 2024 White Out Game and we're discussing that decision today on the BWI Live Show. Senior Editor Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss how the program arrived at this decision, what it means for the game, and more. We'll also start a preview of training camp, which is just over two weeks away!

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Penn State White Out Game Set

Today, we get right to the main topic of the show. After months of intrigue and delay, Penn State picked the Huskies as their next victim for the annual White Out game. Bauer, our front office insider, discusses what factors led to the team choosing to host the game on Nov. 9. Will the date and time affect the game? Why not Ohio State? We'll also review the other themed home games for the 2024 season, which the team announced with the White Out.

Have thoughts and opinions? Join the show live and drop them in the live chat. We'll interact with fans and discuss your views of the decision.

Training Camp Preview

There are only three more shows before Penn State starts training camp on July 31, and the 2024 season gets underway! Today, we're previewing the team's preparation with a game of fill-in-the-blank. We'll ask Bauer a series of questions about the Nittany Lions, and he'll provide his answers. We'll be discussing the most pressing questions for the team that need answers before the start of the 2024 season.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll turn the show over to our fans in the weekly mailbag segment at the end of the show. If you'd like to have your question featured in the BWI Mailbag, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and post your question in the premium Lions Den message board. Each Monday we put up the Mailbag Submission Thread for fans to have a featured question on the show. Of course, if you can't make it to the Mailbag thread, you can always join the show and ask your questions live in the chat! Penn State football is almost here! Join us as we get things going on the BWI Live Show!

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Recruiting Show: Predicting the NEXT Penn State Commit | Previewing Final July recruiting Push

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Penn State Football is hoping for fireworks over the Fourth of July, with several recruits on the verge of making a college decision. We'll discuss the latest target that our experts have put a pick to land with Penn State, plus we'll look back at June and preview the next month in recruiting.

Join the special BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Don't miss any breaking news over the holiday weekend by subscribing to our YouTube Channel. We'll have the latest news, information and recaps all summer long! With the season just around the corner, there's no better time to go all-in on Blue White Illustrated.

Penn State to land its next player?

After a flurry of activity in the final week of June, things have been quiet for Penn State recruiting. The next wave of players will make their decisions over the coming seven days, and Sean Fitz has chosen one of them to be a Penn State Nittany Lion. Join the show today to hear which player he thinks will join the class.

Recruiting insider Ryan Snyder sat down with Billy Granville, the father of Penn State commit Max Granville, to discuss how Deion Barnes and the staff pulled an upset. The team plucked the four-star pass rusher from the clutches of Oklahoma last month, and some familiar themes cropped up in the conversation. Find out how Chop Robinson and Penn State's staff won the family over.

What we learned from recruiting

Next, we're looking back at the last month and recapping what the Nittany Lions were able to accomplish. From California commits to running back drama, there was so much that happened in June. Snyder recaps the month in his latest article.

Next, we'll look forward to July and learn about the new recruiting rules and what changes are coming to the NCAA. Will the Lasch Bash, a tent pole recruiting weekend, survive the new calendar iteration in 2025?

Join the show to discuss those topics, learn what dates are important in the next few weeks and more!

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BWI Live: Can Drew Allar unlock the New Penn State Offense?

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The calendar has rolled to July, which, meaning Penn State Football training camp is just around the corner. Today, we preview the upcoming season by discussing Blue White Illustrated's exclusive interviews with several prominent Penn State football players. Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz spoke with quarterback Drew Allar and center Nick Dawkins this week and we let you in on those converstaions during today's BWI Live Show. We'll also take your questions in the Mailbag segment to end the show.

Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay of the show in embedded in this article. If you haven't yet, now is a great time to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated's YouTube Channel. We're having in-depth discussion on the big picture topics for Penn State football in 2024 and the organization's future beyond the field.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

It was a massive week in Penn State recruiting last week and BWI Publisher, Sean Fitz, weighs in on the wins, losses and what's next in today's recruiting update. We'll discuss how Jayden Woods, Jeff Exinor and Troy Huhn all affect the team's recruiting classes in 2025 and 2026. He'll also discuss the news from Monday that one of Penn State's top receiver targets, Matthew Outten, chose Virginia Tech over the Nittany Lions. What happens next for the team's recruiting efforts at wide out?

Finally, Fitz will preview the upcoming commitments that will decide the final push for Penn State recruiting. How will Lex Cyrus' decision affect the team's outcome? He'll also preview Taz Williams, Randy Adirika, and LaVar Arrington II.

Penn State offensive leaders sit down with BWI

Penn State starting quarterback Drew Allar sat down with Bauer for a season preview last week and Baur joins the show to discuss his big-picture takeaways from that conversation. One topic that came up was Allar's willingness or hesitancy to run the football, which is a feature in new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki's offense. How did Allar respond to that question? Join the show to find out.

Meanwhile, Fitz spoke with presumptive starting center Nick Dawkins. What has his winding journey through the program meant to him? What is his outlook for this upcoming season?

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we end the show discussing what's on your mind in the BWI Mailbag.

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Recruiting Show: Recapping Penn State's MASSIVE Recruiting Week | Previewing Stretch Run

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 15:52:58 +0000

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Penn State football has been on a strong run of commitments since our last BWI Live Recruiting Show. Today, we'll recap the last week of action, preview the upcoming announcements, and take your questions live on the show! Join recruiting insider Ryan Snyder to discuss the wins and losses for the Nittany Lions on the recruiting trail.

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Penn State official visit weekend recap

Before we get into the good news from last week, we'll first start with the news coming out of the official visit weekend. How did Penn State do with the players that didn't commit? The team had several wide receivers on campus this past weekend, further pressing on the commitment pressure fans feel with only one player in the class.

Who came to campus? We'll discuss how all of that worked out this past weekend. The team also hosted four-star edge rusher and Ohio State commit Zahir Mathis for an official visit. What was the impression and where does Mathis fit into the picture after three edge defender commitments this week? Snyder will give his thoughts on the situation heading into the recruiting dead period.

Penn State recruiting explosion

Penn State secured seven players in the Class of 2025 in just over a week, bringing the total to 19. We'll review each player, their commitment date, and how they affect the class going forward, starting with Antonio Branch on the 19th and ending with Jayden Woods on the 26th.

How have the last eight days affected Snyder's perception of the class and what does the team need to do between now and the end of the commitment season? We'll discuss, plus take your thoughts!

Recruiting losses and upcoming decisions

However it wasn't all good news for Penn State. The team lost out on four-star cornerback Brandon Finney and there's been an update in the recruiting process for tight end Andrew Olesh. Snyder will get you the latest detials and context of those recruiting journeys on today's show.

Finally, we'll preview the known upcoming commitment dates that Penn State targets have announced. The wide receiver dam will break in the next four days, with Jeff Exinor and Corey Simms deciding on Friday and Monday. Will Penn State be the pick for either player? Finally, we'll preview JaDon Blair and Taz Williams' decision dates.

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BWI Live: Who are the Wildcards in the Penn State Recruiting Class of 2025?

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Penn State football recruiting news keeps flowing, so today's BWI Live show will focus on the biggest news of the week in college football recruiting. We'll cover a substantial loss for the Nittany Lions' recruiting efforts, new changes to college football rules, and the biggest wildcards in the recruiting class for 2025.

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Penn State misses out on Brandon Finney

While most of Penn State's recruiting news has been very good for the last week, head coach James Franklin and his staff suffered a defeat late Tuesday night. Four-star cornerback Brandon Finney from McDonogh committed to Oregon over the Nittany Lions in a very close recruiting battle. We'll discuss how missing Finney is a very clear trend for the team's recruiting efforts in 2025 and what it means for the program.

Host Greg Pickel will give his thoughts on the team's ability to pull regional recruits that become national targets during the show, and we'll give you a list of players left on the board that have the DNA to fix the problem for Penn State.

New NCAA Rules change the fabric of college football

The shackles are coming off of college football staff size after a landmark decision by the NCAA Tuesday night. On3 reporter Pete Nakos confirmed a long-held belief that the governing body would expand college football staff size to include any analyst or coach employed by the university. Now, staff like Penn State legend Dan Connor can provide hands-on instruction for players.

Will this give Penn State an advantage? Who does this help and hurt in the landscape of college football? We'll discuss.

However, the rule changes didn't end there. The NCAA changed portions of the recruiting calendar to reflect the modern realities of college football. We'll detail those changes and give a brief overview to the situation. Be sure to check out the site and the BWI Live Recruiting Show on Thursday to learn more.

Wildcards in the Class of 2025

In addition to critical losses in the class, Penn State has a unique collection of talent this year that defies recruiting or positional norms. While the Lions have players in this category each year, eight players fit into our "wildcard" or "underrated" buckets. Today, we'll discuss the four players who are complete wildcards in the recruiting class.

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BWI Live: Penn State AD Pat Kraft Sits Down With BWI | Lions Stay Hot in Recruiting

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It's a jam-packed event today on the BWI Live Show. Penn State stayed hot on the recruiting trail. We've got an exclusive interview with the university's athletic director, and we're taking your questions! Join us today at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay on the channel or here embedded in this article.

If you haven't, now's the time to subscribe to the Blue-White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Penn State's major prospects will make their decisions over the next few weeks, and you want to know who is joining the program. We'll cover each decision with our Committed series breaking down the recruiting journey for each new Nittany Lion.

Penn State gets its top edge rusher on Monday night

Despite being on vacation, recruiting expert Sean Fitz stops by the show to discuss the massive amount of information that dropped this weekend for Penn State recruiting. He covers each of the latest commitments from Cortez Harris, Jabree Wallace-Coleman, Braswell Thomas, and Max Granville. We discuss the importance of Granville in this recruiting class and how he's a critical commit for new defensive line coach Deion Barnes.

Fitz also discusses Alvin Henderson's and DJ McClary's decommitments over the weekend and previews the next Nittany Lions, whom he expects to join Penn State in the coming weeks.

Pat Kraft discusses Beaver Stadium, NIL and the White Out

Next, Blue White Illustrated Senior Editor Nate Bauer joins the show to detail his conversation with Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft. Kraft sat down with Bauer on Monday morning to discuss the program's most pressing administrative issues, including how networks treat the White Out and more. We'll give you an exclusive sneak peek at the conversation during the show, too! Check back later to see the full interview or subscribe to Blue White Illustrated to get early access this weekend.

BWI Mailbag

Lastly, we're taking your questions in the BWI Mailbag. Each week, we put out the signal for questions the night before our live show to get a pulse of what Penn State fans want to discuss. This week, we're tackling more questions about the White Out, the expansion of the Big Ten and its impact on recruiting, which players are critical to the team's success next season, and more!

Did you miss the Mailbag submission thread on the site this week? Don't worry! You can still join the live chat and ask a question of Bauer live on the show to get his thoughts on your Penn State football questions.

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Recruiting Show: Can Penn State NAIL the Dismount on Official Visit Season?

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The Penn State football recruiting season is about to close this weekend. But before that, the Nittany Lions host one more official visit group. Will head coach James Franklin and his recruiting staff go out with a bang? We’re discussing that, plus reviewing the work they put in last weekend on the BWI Live Recruiting Show.

Join industry insiders Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as we break down the recent commitments and breaking news to come and preview the final weekend of prospects on today’s show. Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or catch the replay on the site.

A closer look at Jahmir Joseph

We’ve covered four-star commit Jahmir Joseph on the BWI YouTube channel already, but since then, our staff has taken a closer look at his skills and film. We’ll start the show breaking that down and discussing what we’ve seen from the top corner on Penn State’s board. We’ll also catch up on what intel Snyder has gained from speaking to recruits and staff this past week.

Penn State land Antonio Branch

Last night, Penn State football landed four-star safety Antonio Branch out of Florida. The 6-2 safety prospect chose Penn State over Louisville and other southern schools to give the team a solid addition at safety. What led to his commitment to Penn State? We’ll discuss how Anthony Poindexter landed the position of project player and how his recruiting ranking may not accurately reflect his position and potential at Penn State.

Official visit recap and preview

Penn State hosted some of its most critical prospects of the 2025 cycle along with it’s committed players last weekend. Four-star tight end Andrew Olesh spoke with On3 recently and our experts relay the situation to fans on the show. Which school is in the lead for the Luke Reynolds-type prospect? We’ll discuss that and how the recruiting pitch against Penn State doesn’t totally make sense when it comes to playing time.

Next, we’ll preview the final weekend of official visits. Here’s the list of players attending starting Friday.

JaDon Blair

Jabree Wallace-Coleman

Naeshaun Montgomery

Max Buchanan

Cortez Harris

Koby Howard

Samari Reed

LaVar Arrington II

Braswell Thomas

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Wrestling Show: 2024 Penn State Recruiting Class recap | ANOTHER honor for PSU LEGEND Aaron Brooks

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

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A new edition of the Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is live. Hosts Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel are back with the latest on head coach Cael Sanderson's program. This week's episode is heavy on recruiting talk with news of another honor for Aaron Brooks, as well.

The duo start the show by breaking down the Nittany Lions' Class of 2024. MatScouts and InterMat both recently released their final team rankings for the latest recruiting cycle. Penn State leads both top 25 lists.

It's not a surprise, as the program is bringing six top-100 wrestlers into the Lorenzo Wrestling Complex, including No. 1 pound-for-pound Pa., prep star Luke Lilledahl, who will wrestle at 125 pounds and possibly start this season, in addition to top-15 recruits Connor (No. 5, projects at 197 pounds) and Cole (No. 14/heavyweight) Mirasola from Wisconsin, New York's Zack Ryder (No. 6/174 or 184), Wyoming Seminary standout Joe Sealey (No. 8/165), and Jersey Shore's Brock Weiss (No. 91/157). Those rankings are courtesy of MatScouts. Penns Valley middleweight Ty Watson rounds out this year's signing group. It arrives on campus soon and a few members of it could find their way into the starting lineup. Why did Penn State have another successful recruiting run? Carr and Pickel discuss all of the reasons why.

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From there, the conversation turns to Aaron Brooks. The four-time NCAA champ is the Penn State male athlete of the year. It puts him in line to be the Big Ten Male Athlete of the Year. That honor will be announced later this year. Carr and Pickel recap his time in State College as he looks ahead to the Olympic games. He will compete for Team USA at 86 kilograms this summer in France.

The show closes with some notes on Class of 2026 recruiting. Coaches in multiple sports can now contact prospects in that cycle. Who are the early top targets to be aware of? Pickel and Carr discuss the name at the top, Bishop McCort star Bo Bassett, and other top targets to be aware of.

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BWI Live: Can the Penn State offense get BETTER results with LESS talent at wide receiver?

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The Penn State football team's anemic passing attack has been the main story for the 2023 offseason. On today's show, we're taking you inside the data that we've assembled to explain why Andy Kotelnicki can fix the passing game and why he was hired to be the next offensive coordinator for head coach James Franklin.

We'll also discuss the roster update that came out on Tuesday afternoon from the football program and some of the notable changes that players have made this offseason.

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Penn State weight changes

The final Penn State roster update came down Tuesday evening, which is always a good time to review players' changes this offseason. Host Greg Pickel will take you through the notable changes in player body types from the top gainers this offseason. We'll also discuss which changes are the most relevant. What can we learn from Tony Rojas and Abdul Carter's changes? We'll discuss that and more.

Offensive efficiency under Andy Kotelnicki

On the Tuesday edition of the BWI Live Show, we didn't get to one critical question in the BWI Mailbag that we'll address today. Essentially the question deals with the team's ability to do more with less in the passing game. Can Andy Kotelnicki throw the ball fewer times but get more explosive plays from the passing game?

We've written extensively about this topic and will discuss it on today's show.

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BWI Live: Is Drew Allar REALLY poised to be the No. 1 Draft Pick? | Penn State Lift for Life Recap

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The Penn State Football team enters a critical six-week stretch for the team's 2024 preparations. The annual Lift for Life event kicks off that time of year, which happened last Thursday. On today's BWI Live Show, we discuss what we saw and heard and who we spoke to at the event. Join Penn State insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer for sixty minutes of discussion on the team, including your questions and comments! We'll have our weekly mailbag segment to end the show.

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Fitz's Recruiting Update

Before we dive into the Penn State Football discussion, we'll start the show with our weekly update on the weekend's recruiting efforts. Fitz gives you a recap of what you need to know about the team's efforts with its latest commit, Jahmir Joseph, its latest miss, and more info from the official visit weekend.

While most of the news centers around the Class of 2025, the Lions were dealt a blow on Monday when 2026 quarterback Dia Bell picked Texas over Penn State. Fitz will discuss how that affects the next cycle and how the team will need to move on from it's top target.

From there, we'll discuss Joseph's commitment and the news from the four uncommitted players who visited campus this past weekend.

Drew Allar: A future number one pick?

Yesterday, Eric Galko, Director of Operations for the Shrine Bowl, posted on X that he believes Penn State starting quarterback Drew Allar can be the top pick in next Spring's NFL Draft. We'll discuss the merits of what Galko said, his reasons for doing so, and the reality of Allar's potential.

Lift for Life

Lift for Life is more than a charity event raising money for rare disease research, although that's its critical objective. It's also a chance to get a full view of the Penn State football team's progress since spring football. This year, the event coincided with the team's summer media update. So we'll discuss the important comments from head coach James Franklin and his top assistants. We'll also discuss what head strength coach Chuck Losey said when asked for his evaluation of the team.

BWI Mailbag

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Recruiting Show: Can Penn State Land The Final Top Five Player in Pennsylvania? | OV Weekend Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:39:07 +0000

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Pennsylvania has been top-heavy with high-level talent in the 2025 recruiting cycle. The issue has been that all of it is going elsewhere. But one player remains uncommitted and is coming to Happy Valley for his official Penn State visit this weekend. Can the Nittany Lions turn the tide and secure the elite tight end? We're previewing the four uncommitted players coming to campus this weekend and more on the BWI Live Recruting Show. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or check out the replay here embedded in this article.

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Penn State Official Visit Preview

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Wrestling Show: What happens at 133 for the Lions next season?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Penn State wrestling continues to be in the news as June rolls along. The Blue-White Illustrated show and podcast dedicated solely to head coach Cael Sanderson's team is back with a fresh episode to get you another week closer to the start of the college season.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this week's rundown with transfer portal news. Former Nittany Lion Terrell Barraclough was the only member of the program to look for another home following the 2023-2024 season. He's found it. The graduate senior with one year of eligibility remaining will finish his career at Utah Valley. It is about an hour from his hometown in Kaysville, Utah. Barraclough will man the 165-pound spot for the Big 12 program. In the Big Ten, he wrestled all throughout the middle weights and even saw time at 174 pounds during the 2023-2024 season. He was 2-1 in dual meets and 12-2 overall. His career record at Penn State is 42-19. Carr and Pickel dive into why Utah Valley is the right fit for Barraclough.

From there, the duo looks back at the U20 Nationals and U.S. U23 Team Trails. Five future Nittany Lions earned spots on the U20 team, as Second-year PSU wrestler Josh Barr (86 kilograms), Class of 2024 signees Luke Lilledahl (57 kilograms), Zack Ryder (79 kilograms), and Connor Mirasola (92 kilograms), and Class of 2025 commit PJ Duke (70 kilograms) will all represent their country at the U20 World Championships in Spain this September. The Lions do not have a U23 Team member at the moment.

From there, the conversation turns to the outlook for Penn State wrestling at 133 pounds in 2024-2025. Will second-year Nittany Lion Aaron Nagao man the starting spot again? He suffered an undisclosed injury at the U23 Team Trials. It is unclear how that will impact his prep for the fall. But either way, second-year Penn State wrestler Braeden Davis looks to be on a path to bumping up to 133 pounds. Whether he redshirts this year to compete for the job next year or competes with Nagao for it this year remains to be seen. The pair close the show by discussing all of the factors that will go into that decision.

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BWI Live: Should the Penn State White Out Get Protected Status like Ohio State vs. Michigan?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 15:25:05 +0000

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Should the White Out get protected status as a primetime game? James Franklin sounded off to Blue White Illustrated and we're discussing that, plus more on today's show.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Official Visit Weekend #2 Preview | Prediction for Lions to land wide receiver

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 6 Jun 2024 16:23:51 +0000

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This week, Penn State Football hosts another round of official visits for the 2025 recruiting cycle. It's another chance for the program to put it's best foot forward and potentially secure a high-level commitment for the team's 13-player class. So, who is attending? We're discussing that, plus so much more, on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss how the month's recruiting efforts are going, including prospect camp updates and commitment trackers for the players linked to the program.

Now's a great time to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. We'll have to break commitment news when it happens, an analysis of each player's skills, and more! Join us at 10 a.m. today to kickstart your Penn State Football recruiting newsday!

Penn State targets off the board

We'll start today with the news that two official visit targets have committed to other programs. Five-star linebacker Zayden Walker committed to Georiga on Wednesday and shut down his recruitment before the Nittany Lions could get him on campus for an official visit this weekend.

Earlier, cornerback Graceson Littleton committed to Clemson shortly after visiting Happy Valley for his OV to start the month. How big of a blow are these misses for the program? We'll briefly discuss these topics to start the show.

Official Visit Weekend Preview

Despite some of the setbacks, Penn State still hosts an impressive list of talent this weekend. Here's the list of players traveling to campus for the second official visits extravaganza.

Kainoa Winston

Phillip Bell

Jayden Woods

Jeff Exinor

Jarquez Carter

Matthew Outten

Nolan Davenport

Josh Johnson

Amory Hills

Rashad Johnson

Recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will discuss this group, which players stand out, and why. We'll also review the feedback from last weekend's crop of players, including top cornerback prospect Brandon Finney, Cedric Works, and more.

Prospect camp review and preview

There's a crush of recruiting information at this point in the cycle, so we won't get all the news and information you need about today's show. That's why it's so vital that you subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and get the info from Synder and Fitz. With two prospect camps last weekend and two more scheduled for this coming one, over 500 prospects are heading to campus in a calendar week.

So, which names do you need to know? Our experts review the performances from last week and preview the upcoming camps to discuss the important players to Penn State's recruiting efforts in 2026 and beyond.

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BWI Live: T-Frank and Fitz's Favorite Penn State Wide Receiver Prospects in 2025

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Penn State football will host nine wide receivers in June for its official visit slate. While all share similar traits, not every receiver is built the same or plays the same. Today, we're counting down the top five players we like the most out of this group. Join BWI Live at 10 a.m. on YouTube as Sean Fitz and T-Frank count down their favorite wideouts.

Penn State's list of potential commits

For those unfamiliar with Penn State's official visit list, here's the group in no particular order.

Jeff Exinor

Matthew Outten

Lex Cyrus

Quincy Porter

Corey Simms

Philip Bell

Tazz Williams

Naeshaun Montgomery

Samari Reed

As you may have noticed, today's prompt is not to list them for their potential or to list which player is 'best'. Instead, we're going off of personal preference. During that process, we'll hopefully learn more about the players today's hosts select and why they like them.

Which player is your favorite? Put your reply below in the YouTube comments section, or join the conversation on the Lions Den Message forum!

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BWI Live: Penn State a favorite to make College Football Playoff? | Discussing ESPN FPI update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 4 Jun 2024 16:45:13 +0000

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Is Penn State football a college playoff contender? The ESPN PFI is out and has the Nittany Lion as one of the top 12 programs in the country. Today on the BWI Live Show, we're discussing the team's chances of making the college football playoff, and why the metric favors Penn State so much.

Agree? Disagree?

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube and discuss your thoughts with the expert panel of football analysts. Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer answer questions from the live chat and the Blue White Illustrated Lions Den Community in the BWI Mailbag. Join the show to hear what's on the mind of Penn State fans this week.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

We'll start the show with a critical update on the Penn State football recruiting efforts, which dominated the news cycle this past weekend. Penn State hosted 11 key prospects on official visits to kick off this critical recruiting window.

How did things go?

Fitz discussed that earlier this week on the site and gave listeners and viewers an overview of the feedback he received. Will Penn State land a commit from this group? We'll discuss.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll discuss your thoughts and questions in the BWI Mailbag. Will Penn State use Abdul Carter effectively? How will the offense and defense be different or more efficient in 2024 than they were last year? We've got that, and more ready on the BWI Live Show!

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Wrestling Show: Lions looking for NIL Director, U20 and U23 World Team Trials Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 31 May 2024 12:24:53 +0000

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The final Penn State wrestling show and podcast from Blue-White Illustrated of May is now live. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel have plenty to discuss, including a new position the Nittany Lions aim to fill plus a preview of a major event on the annual freestyle calendar.

The duo starts this week's episode with talk about a job posting tied to head coach Cael Sanderson's program. It is looking for a NIL director. The new position on the leader of the Lions' staff will be tasked with various things. It includes helping with recruiting, providing "administrative support for NIL fundraising and educational efforts," building relationships with potential donors, tracking "all incoming NIL gifts, pledges, and donations from supporters of Penn State wrestling," and ensuring compliance rules are followed. Other responsibilities are sure to be a part of the job.

You can watch this week’s show in video player above and also on YouTube. Or, you can listen at your favorite destinations for audio like SPOTIFY and APPLE.

Why does Penn State wrestling need an NIL director? What does it mean about the evolving college athletics landscape? And how can it push Sanderson's already highly-successful program to higher heights? Carr and Pickel discuss.

From there, the show moves on to the U20 and U23 World Team Trials. Competitors from across the country will be in Geneva, Ohio Friday-Sunday to try and make the U.S. U20 and U23 teams that will compete at the world championships. –Four Penn State Class of 2024 recruits already sit in the U20 best-of-three finals: Luke Lilledahl (57 kilograms), PJ Duke (70 kilograms), Zack Ryder (79 kilograms), and Connor Mirasola (92 kilograms). Each needs to win two of three matches to make the U20 team.

More: Penn State wrestling outlook: Will the Lions have a new starter at 125?

Other Penn State ties in the U20 tournament (note that entries can change up until the action starts Saturday):

57 kilograms: Cael Nasdeo, Luke Lilledahl

61 kilograms: Kysion Garcia

70 kilograms: Tyler Kasak, PJ Duke

74 kilograms: Joe Sealey

79 kilograms: Will Henckel, Zack Ryder

86 kilograms: Josh Barr

92 kilograms: Connor Mirasola

The Penn State group in the U23 bracket includes reigning NCAA champion Greg Kerkvliet, who will compete at 125 kilograms, and NCAA qualifier Aaron Nagao, who is in the 61-kilogram weight class. Other NLWC entries include:

65 kilograms: Matt Rodriguez

70 kilograms: Connor Pierce

79 kilograms: Erik Gibson

92 kilograms: Lucas Cochran

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Official Visit Season Blasts Off

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 30 May 2024 15:33:45 +0000

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Penn State Football will host 11 prospects for its first official visit to the June recruiting calendar, starting on Friday. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss the importance of these prospects, the outlook for the summer when hosting a prospect for the first weekend of the summer period, and more. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get in on the conversation!

We'll also discuss the next wave of potential Penn State recruits heading to Happy Valley on Saturday and Sunday for the team's first summer prospect camps. Will the team find another Peter Gonzalez, who blew away the team's testing drills at this time last year on the way to an official visit and commitment? We'll discuss the team's process of identifying and recruiting players today.

Now is a perfect time to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. The team will get several critical recruiting commitments over the next few months, and the best way to know when that happens is to subscribe and enable notifications so you know when we drop a commitment video.

Penn State official visit weekend

This weekend's visitors descend on Happy Valley starting on Friday, May 31. The team has gone quiet with commitments since before the Blue-White Game in April with running back Alvin Henderson. So who might be the next player to take the plunge? The defensive roster for the recruiting class of 2025 is sparse so a commitment from edge defender Cedric Works or Max Granville would be a big win for Penn State.

Yet the headliners for this weekend are the receivers. Quincy Porter, Lex Cyrus and Corey Simms will each try Penn State on for size over the next several days. Will any join Lyric Samuel in the receiver room?

We'll also discuss the impact of getting the nation's top linebacker Ty Jackson to campus. Can the Nittany Lions snag the elite Florida recruit?

Prospect camps start this weekend

On top of the critical visitors coming to campus, the team needs to find the next wave of recruits. Prospect camps start on Saturday and continue on Sunday. Last year, Peter Gonzalez put together an impressive performance that landed him a scholarship offer and a spot in the Class of 2024. Are there any players who might fit that bill this year?

We'll also discuss how important these camps are for the recruiting department for the next cycle in 2026.

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BWI Live: Analyzing Penn State's Fresh Blueprint for Wide Receiver Recruits

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Penn State football’s first official visit weekend starts this Friday, May 31. But even before his first chance to host his top targets in an official capacity, wide receiver’s coach Marques Hagans is on the hot seat with many fans. The team’s struggles to generate separation and a consistent passing game in 2023 tanked the team’s best chance to defeat Ohio State and led to another low-wattage performance against Michigan.

But this is the first year that Hagans will have a chance to develop relationships with and recruit players that fit his vision and style for the team. But by now, we have a much better idea of what that style of player looks like.

Today on the BWI Live Show, we’re discussing what we’ve learned from Hagan’s first recruiting class prospects and what he’s prioritizing in a player. Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the team’s passing attack and whatever else is on your mind! With recruiting news about to get white-hot, now is a great time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you don’t miss any breaking news or commitment videos.

Tyseer Denmark and a Big 33 Recap

The Pennsylvania squad dominated the annual Big 33 game this past weekend, winning 31-7, scoring all of their points in the first half. Four-star Penn State led that scoring barrage commit Tyseer Denmark, who had three touchdowns on four targets in the game.

We’ll discuss what we learned from that performance and how Denmark showed some skills at a new position that we hadn’t seen before. We’ll also review the day of Kenny Woseley, who played cornerback for the Pennsylvania team.

Finally, we’ll highlight Greg Pickel’s latest Penn State football column for Blue White Illustrated.

Tracing the evolution of receiver recruiting

Next, we’ll move on to our main topic, Penn State wide receiver recruiting. With three important recruits visiting the program this weekend, it’s important to understand what Hagans is trying to build with the Nittany Lions. We’ll discuss his coaching style, what he emphasizes, and how he likely came to lean on those traits. We'll compare the players on the current roster, previous recruiting classes before Hagans, and the styles of the last coach, Taylor Stubblefield.

Cracking the Code: Analyzing Penn State's Fresh Blueprint for Wide Receiver Recruits

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BWI Live: Most overrated Penn State storylines for 2024

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 28 May 2024 15:45:47 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team departs on its next quest for a postseason berth this fall in a new, unexplored 12-team playoff. Many situations, players, and decisions will affect the ultimate outcome, but not all in the way. On today's BWI Live Football Show, we're discussing those things that hold an oversized place in our minds about the upcoming season.

To end the show, we'll also be taking your questions in the BWI Live Mailbag. Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube or check out the replay embedded in this article.

Fitz's Recruiting Update

The Big 33 All-Star game between Pennsylvania and Maryland happened last weekend, with three future Penn State football players competing. The star of the event was Nittany Lions commit Tyseer Denmark, who had three touchdowns in the standout performance. What did BWI Publisher Sean Fitz take from the game? He highlights Denmark, run-on Aaron Enterline, and defenisve back commit Kenny Woseley on today's feature.

From there, we discuss the Penn State wide receiver room further and try to properly contextualize the role that Denmark or fellow freshman Peter Gonzalez can have on the 2024 season.

Penn State news updates

We start this week's news update by reviewing the Penn State Board of Trustees meeting from last Tuesday. The board overwhelmingly voted to fund the renovations to the stadium last week, which we previewed before the event. However, we're reviewing the arguments made during the meeting for the positive and negative votes. We also take a question from the chat about preserving the ambiance of Penn State's home field while providing a modern and luxurious experience.

Next, we review the civil suit by former Penn State team doctor Scott Lynch. Dr. Lynch sued the university for what he alleged was a retaliatory firing by the program. We discuss the prosecution's claims and preview what the defense is likely to counter with.

Most Overrated Storylines for the upcoming season

Today's main topic surrounds the overrated ideas and narratives about the team's performance this fall. Is Abdul Carter's move to the defensive end a major negative impact on the linebackers? Will he be a game-changer as an edge rusher? We debate if those topics are overrated in the conversation about this upcoming season.

Next, we discuss the third rail of the Penn State offense. We all agree that the Lion's passing attack is a key issue for the team this fall. However, we debate the idea that Drew Allar has to be an elite quarterback for the offense to function better than it did last year. Is that true? Or is it overrated?

Finally, we discuss the topics you want to discuss on the BWI Mailbag to close out the show.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Secures CRITICAL Wide Receiver Official Visit | Regional Camp Recap

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It’s been a busy week of Penn State football recruiting. The Elite 11 regional in State College and the Baltimore Under Armour Camp featured some of the region’s top talent at every position this past weekend. The Nittany Lions had top targets at each camp and Blue White Illustrated was at both to see how things played out. We’re diving deep into those performances today on the BWI Live Show. Plus, wide receiver’s coach Marques Hagans secured an official visit from a top target on his board in Quincy Porter Jr.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay conveniently embedded in this article or on the channel. Want more content? Subscribe and enable notifications so you don’t miss any breaking news, highlight videos or live shows.

Penn State gets Official Visit from Porter

Porter is widely regarded as the team’s top wide receiver target in the region, if not overall. So, how and when did Penn State land an official visit for the 6-3 wide receiver? Ryan Snyder broke down the news on the site earlier this week and discussed the situation on today’s show.

Meanwhile, Sean Fitz took a deep dive into the team’s three running back recruits in the 2025 class. What did he find, and what new information did he gather this week? He’ll highlight some of that on today’s show, but for the full details, check out his article.

Messiah Mickens, Kevin Brown, Tyler Merrill, and seven other Pennsylvania players made the On300 update for the Class of 2026 this week. So what else did we learn about the early rankings for the next cycle? We’ll dive into the update with Fitz and Snyder.

UA Baltimore and Elite 11 recaps

We already touched on the Elite 11 during Fitz’s recruiting recap on the Tuesday BWI Live Show. But today we’ll dig deeper on the conversations Fitz had with the team’s top quarterback prospects he spoke with after the event.

Meanwhile, Snyder was in Baltimore to see the bulk of Penn State’s top skill position and trench targets this past weekend. What did he learn, and who did he talk to? Join the show to find out!

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Wrestling Show: Coaching moves and Penn State Wrestling DOMINATES top ten of 2024 Class Rankings

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 22 May 2024 15:42:22 +0000

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Here's the rundown for today's Penn State Wrestling Show

–Penn State names Nick Lee it’s new assistant coach. He replaces Jimmy Kennedy. What can the multi-time NCAA champ bring to the Lions? Is he ready for this role? Will he still compete.

–Former Nittany Lions continues to move around the coaching ranks. Vincenzo Joseph left Stanford to be the North Carolina Olympic Regional Training Center head coach. Mark Hall left Penn for an off-mat job at Oklahoma. And, Lions alum Bryan Pearsall is joining David Taylor’s staff at Oklahoma State as the recruiting coordinator.

–Final Class of 2024 rankings are out from MatScouts. Penn State commit Luke Lilledahl is No. 1 in the pound-for-pound rankings. He could start this year at 125 pounds. Wisconsin upperweight Connor Mirasola is No. 5. New York’s Zack Ryder, who could compete at 174/184, is No. 6. 165-pound Pa., native Joe Sealey is No. 8. Heavyweight Cole Mirasola is No. 14. And middle weight Brock Weiss is No. 91. PSU only team with multiple top 10 members.

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BWI Live: How Penn State's Commits and Targets Performed at the Elite 11 Regional

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The final Elite 11 regional took place in State College for the second year last Sunday. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’re discussing the top Penn State quarterback prospects who attended the event. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to hear how those players performed and how they stacked up to the competition.

Penn State quarterback targets at Elite 11

For the first time in two years, a Penn State quarterback commit didn’t make the Elite 11 finals. After Jaxon Smolik and Ethan Grunkmeyer secured spots in the elite quarterback camp the previous two cycles, three-star commit Bekkem Kritza didn’t make the cut.

But how did he stack up with the group and how close was he to making the list? We were at the event on Sunday and give you a recap of what he did and how he performed compared to the top group of elite quarterback commits.

Also, Penn State’s top target did make the finals. Spring-Ford quarterback Matt Zollers was one of two passers, including one-time target Ryan Montgomery, who secured the final two spots in the competition after the camp. We’ll discuss what separated them from Kritza and how the upside of Penn State’s committed player compares to the more polished prospects at the camp.

Redshirt freshman report

Finally, we’ll end the show discussing the notable Penn State redshirt freshmen heading into the 2024 season. While the top young players who contribute and burn their redshirts get all the attention, what about the other players heading into their second year with the organization?

We’ll discuss the progress of players like Anthony Donkoh, Andrew Rappleyea, and more!

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BWI Live: Will renovating Beaver Stadium lead to more program growth? Penn State Football Mailbag

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The Penn State Board of Trustees meet today to vote on the proposal to renovate Beaver Stadium. We're previewing the meeting moments before it happens today on the BWI Live Show. Hear veteran Penn State reporter Nate Bauer preview the meeting to kick off today's show. Will the program move ahead with the 700 million dollar renovation plans? We're discussing that, plus taking your questions on today's show.

Join us live on YouTube at 10 a.m. or catch the replay embedded in this article. We're opening the BWI Mailbag to answer questions from you, the viewer. If you'd like to get your question on air, join the show live or submit your question the night before on the BWI Mailbag Submission thread. Don't have access to the Lions Den? Join Blue White Illustrated right now to get access to premium content.

Penn State Board meeting preview

Today, Penn State will formally decide whether or not to move forward with the proposed plans for renovating the team's football stadium. Will this be a formality? Or is there more nuance and intrigue to the proceedings? Bauer joins the show to discuss what he knows and tells fans what to expect from the meeting on Tuesday morning.

Because of the timing of today's events, we're switching things up on the show and heading next to the BWI Mailbag. Bauer and fellow Penn State insider Sean Fitz will discuss the topics that you bring to today's show! Today's featured questions from the message board include a discussion on NIL transparency, the advantage that helmet communication gives the Penn State offense, trap games for the upcoming season and more!

We'll also take questions from the live chat, so if you have something on your mind, drop your thoughts in the show thread, and we'll answer the best ones on air! The best way to make sure you never miss the show is to subscribe to our YouTube channel and enable notifications.

Fitz's recruiting update

Finally, we'll review the latest news on Penn State recruiting, including Fitz's recruiting update. What went down this weekend at the Elite 11 regional in State College? How about at the Baltimore Under Armour Camp? BWI was at both events, and Fitz will preview what he knows about each camp.

Today, we'll focus on the Elite 11 and Penn State's quarterback commits and targets at the event, including Bekkem Kritza, Dia Bell, Malik Washington, and Matt Zollers.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Weekend Visitor and Elite 11 Preview

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Penn State football is getting an early start on the official visit calendar this week. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today to discuss a top-100 prospect coming to campus, The Elite 11 series in State College, and more! We're live at 10 a.m. on YouTube. You can also catch the replay embedded in this article.

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Penn State Mock Class

Before we get to the hard news of the week, recruiting insider Ryan Snyder put together a mock class for this recruiting cycle. Which players filled out the offensive roster with only a few spots remaining? The Penn State defense has very few commits heading into May, so which players will fill those open spots?

Also, will Penn State's emphasis on secondary players result in more cornerbacks, safeties, or linebackers in the upcoming group of defenders? We examine the state of the current roster to get a better picture of how the team will construct its incoming class.

Elite 11 and visitor preview

However, this week's main attraction is that the Elite 11 camp is coming to State College and drawing in talent from across the country. Penn State is also using it as a visit weekend for prospects, including an official visit for Class of 2025 defensive end, Iose Epenesa. He and top 2026 quarterback Dia Bell make up the most notable names descending on Happy Valley this week. How do Snyder and fellow BWI Insider Sean Fitz feel this weekend stacks up from a long-term perspective?

Finally, we'll discuss the Elite 11 camp and which players will highlight the upcoming prospect workout. With quarterback Bekkem Kritza in the class, does Penn State want to add a second quarterback? If not, is the focus on passers for the upcoming cycle? We'll break down everything you need to know about Penn State's recruiting ambitions this upcoming weekend.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State sends two more to Paris Olympics, David Taylor addresses move to OK State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 15 May 2024 14:53:08 +0000

Penn State wrestling is grinding through the second month of the collegiate offseason. Usually, this time of year would be slow with minimal news to discuss. However, this May, the headlines continue to come hot and heavy around Cael Sanderson's program. You're in luck, though: The Blue-White Illustrated wrestling show and podcast is back with a fresh episode to get you caught up on the latest information.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start the show with a recap of Zain Retherford's terrific triumph at the World Olympic Games qualifier last weekend. The Penn State product punched his ticket to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France by winning four matches in repechage, or the consolation bracket, at 65 kilograms, to finish third and qualify the U.S. and himself for the summer games in that weight class. He beat Sujeet Sujeet of India in the bronze medal match to do so.

"Retherford was relentless with his forward pressure throughout the match," USA Wrestling wrote in a recap. "Midway through the first period, Retherford got in deep on a low single, was driving through Sujeet for the finish, but was countered for two. Heading into the second period trailing, 2-0, Retherford’s pace paid off. He capitalized on an errant shot attempt by Sujeet for a go-behind takedown, taking the lead on criteria, 2-2. His defense held firm for the rest of the match, cementing the win and his place in the bronze medal Olympic playoff match.

Retherford is one of four Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members and six U.S. Team members total going to the summer games. The full list includes:

57 kilograms: Spencer Lee

65 kilograms: Zain Retherford (NLWC)

74 kilograms: Kyle Dake (NLWC)

86 kilograms: Aaron Brooks (NLWC)

97 kilograms: Kyle Snyder (NLWC)

125 pounds: Mason Parris

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From there, Carr and Pickel discuss Greg Kerkvliet's return to the Penn State program for the 2024-2025 season. What does it mean that he, Carter Starocci, and Beau Bartlett are all coming back? After that conversation, the pair dive into the reaction from David Taylor's introductory news conference at Oklahoma State. And, the two break down what the Nittany Lions might be looking for to replace assistant coach Jimmy Kennedy, who is going to Stillwater with Taylor.

This week's episode wraps up with an early look at the 2024-2025 Penn State wrestling lineup at 125 pounds. Who could man the spot this year? The duo break it down.

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BWI Live: How does Penn State find so many diamonds in Tight End Recruiting?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 15 May 2024 14:42:42 +0000

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The Penn State football Recruiting Class of 2025 got a surprise commitment from unranked tight end prospect Matt Henderson a week ago. With several national prospects left on the recruitin board, why did Penn State accept Henderson's commitment? We'll answer that today by discussing the team's track record of finding and developing the right high school athletes that turn into premiere college tight ends. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. as we discuss Ty Howle's ability to recruit and develop top-tier athletes at his position.

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Penn State lands Matt Henderson

For the second year in a row, Penn State found and recruited an underrated tight end prospect. Last year, Luke Reynolds went from an unheralded three-star player to a top-50 prospect during his senior season. Willt he same be true of Henderson? We discuss his physical tools and what he shares in common with those players that came before him in the recruiting process.

We'll also discuss what Penn State looks for in a tight end prospect. Most of the team's commits don't play the position in high school, so how does Howle identify the correct jumbo-receivers to convert into tight ends? We highlight certain physical indicators on today's show that indicate potential growth. From there, we'll discuss the other characteristics of a tight Nittany Lion end.

Discussing the team's current players

After reviewing the recruiting situation, we turn our attention to the position on the Penn State roster. Which players are next up for the team that's sent multiple tight ends to the NFL in the last five years? We'll discuss Tyler Warren's importance to the new offense under Andy Kotelnicki. Next, we'll recap the position battle for the second tight end spot between Khalil Dinkins and Andrew Rappleyea. Which player has the leg up, and what will determine the position in the battle this summer? We discuss what is next for that pair of players.

We also take questions from fans submitted to the show. What are the underlying characteristics of a James Franklin offense? From coordinator to coordinator, what are the common themes that Franklin has leaned towards? Fans also want to know how the integration of Pac-12 officials and players could affect the playing style of the Big Ten on defense.

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Tracing Penn State's Success in Tight End Recruiting and Development

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BWI Live: Big Ten Expansion to Headsets- Can Penn State Navigate the New Variables in 2024?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 14 May 2024 15:35:02 +0000

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Penn State football faces a host of new challenges heading into 2024 that we've yet to see in college football. We're discussing what changes might help and hinder the team's annual quest for a Big Ten title and playoff berth for the upcoming year. Join BWI Live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss this topic, plus the latest Penn State football news. Check out the video embedded for the full replay, too.

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Penn State News and Recruiting Udpate

We'll start the show with publisher Sean Fitz's recruiting update concerning the latest news from Penn State's efforts to land top talent in the upcoming cycle.

Also, a former Penn State star defender joined the program this week in a reunion that may help the University's Athletic Department. What will All-American linebacker Mike Mauti bring to the program? Senior Editor Nate Bauer discusses what he knows about the situation.

We'll also update fans on the latest transfer portal destination news for the latest wave of Penn State portal exits. Where did Malik McClain and King Mack land after leaving the program at the beginning of the month? We'll give you the latest on the situation.

Navigating new variables this upcoming season

Today's main topic surrounds Bauer's recent column about the state of Penn State football heading into the upcoming season. How many new challenges does the team face this year in a tumultuous college football ecosystem? We'll discuss the five new variables that Bauer outlined that he sees with challenges and opportunities for the upcoming year.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll turn the show over to you! Join us for the BWI Mailbag as we discuss your questions either in the live chat, or submitted to the Mailbag Submission Thread. Today's featured questions include discussing Penn State's culture, more options for the team's wide receiver situation and the need for elite defensive tackles to win a championship. We'll also discuss a question about Penn State head coach James Franklin and how the team can navigate it's issues with NIL and donor relations in the new era of college football.

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Wrestling Show: David Taylor to OSU and Last Chance Invitational

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 9 May 2024 17:00:00 +0000

Penn State wrestling has suffered its first departure since program legend David Taylor accepted the head coaching job at Oklahoma State earlier this week. Multi-year Lions assistant coach Jimmy Kennedy will be the Cowboys’ new associate head coach, the program announced on Thursday. The move was expected, as Kennedy is Taylor’s brother-in-law.

On today's show we discuss Taylor's move to Oklahoma State, and the impact it has on the sport of collegiate wrestling.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Football gets a New Commitment and Curtis Jacobs Joins the Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 9 May 2024 15:21:59 +0000

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We've got a special guest on the BWI Live Recruiting Show today! Former Penn State linebacker and current Kansas City Chief Curtis Jacobs joins the show at 10 to discuss his path to the NFL and some of the players he thinks will stand out on his former team next fall. Join us for that, and news on the latest commitment to Penn State football's Class of 2025 today at 10 a.m. on YouTube!

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Curtis Jacobs joins the show

During the Tuesday live show, Jacobs joined the live chat to let the show know that he thinks Penn State tight end Andrew Rappleyea will be a star for the team. On3's national team put out graphics earlier in the week that didn't list the Nittany Lions as having a top ten returning tight end room for the coming season. Jacobs gives his thoughts on why he believes in that group and Rappleyea. He'll also give his thoughts on the other players who he thinks will surprise fans this fall.

From there, we discuss his NFL draft journey and his new fit with the Chiefs. We'll discuss how the team sees his skills and where he hopes to contribute to the defending champions.

Penn State lands Matt Henderson

The Penn State recruiting Class of 2025 continues to be full of surprises. Last night, the Nittany Lions landed a surprise commitment from Virginia tight end Matt Henderson. Recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz join the show to discuss what the team is getting in the unranked tight end and why Ty Howel quickly accepted his commitment with several top tight ends left on the board.

Is Penn State angling to add two to the roster this year? We'll discuss Brady O'Hara's situation and how the team might stack numbers at the position this cycle.

Latest wave of freshmen joins the program

With the spring semester over, four more freshmen from the Class of 2024 joined the program this week. We'll discuss which players are here for the early summer enrollment and what fans should expect from the class regarding contributions this fall.

As always, join the show to ask our guests or experts your questions in the live chat! We'll interact with you to find out what's on your mind throughout the show.

Penn State football gets a new commitment and Curtis Jacobs joins the show

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BWI Live: Penn State Football Players with the Most Upside for 2024

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The Penn State Nittany Lions will need several players on offense and defense to take critical steps in development this year if the team wants to compete for postseason relevance. We’re counting down the ten players on either side of the ball who have the talent and experience to make those steps on today’s BWI Live Show. Join us as we look at the offensive and defensive players who can improve the team’s performance. Here’s the criteria for the players on today’s list.

Physical skills necessary to be a standout player or difference maker in their position

They have to be able to reach that ceiling realistically or close to it this upcoming season.

Must be on a path to contribute in 2024

Players who have reached some version of their ceiling, such as K.J. Winston or Kobe King, won’t be included.

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Penn State transfer portal recap

Before getting to today’s list, we discuss last week’s final round of spring transfer portal departures. We’ll discuss their impact on Penn State from a short—and long-term perspective, focusing on safety King Mack and wide receiver Malik McClain. From a football perspective, Mack’s decision doesn’t make much sense and we discuss why.

Players with the most upside: Offense

Here’s an excerpt from the top five article today’s show is based upon.

It’s been hard to separate Ioane and JB Nelson at guard for almost a year. So, when ranking their composite skills on a “ceiling” list, we will push and keep them tied at five.

He hasn’t shown it much, but Nelson is an equally rare athlete. He’s one of the team’s strongest offensive linemen, and his performance numbers as a prospect align with those of the team’s tackles. After all, there’s a reason that he’s the team’s swing tackle.

Players with the most upside: Defense

We’ll conclude today’s show by looking at the defensive side of the football. While there are fewer players on the defense who can reasonably achieve upside than on the offense, the defense features some very promising players.

Whether he starts for Penn State or not, transfer A.J. Harris leaps to the top of our list as a player with incredible potential. He’s got the size, at 6-1, 188, but more importantly, he uses it. He hounded wide receivers during the Blue-White Game and played with a physicality that stood out to everyone.

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BWI Live: Which Penn State Players Aren't we Talking About Enough?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 7 May 2024 16:20:14 +0000

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Penn State football lost five players last week in the final day of trasnfer portal reporting. So, how has that changed the roster, depth chart or plans for the fall? We're discussing that, plus three players we're not talking enough about on the BWI Live Show! Join us at 10 a.m. as we discuss the most important topics of today's Penn State football landscape and take your questions. Stick around until the end of the show for the BWI Mailbag, where we answer your burning questions.

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Questions submitted on the thread will be featured on the show's final segment.

Penn State portal recap

We start the show with a quick Penn State recruiting recap with Blue White Illustrated insider Sean Fitz. The coaching staff is gearing up for another push in recruiting at the end of the month and Fitz gets fans ready with his "Most Wanted" series. This week, he examines the defensive players that would give Penn State serious wins on the recruiting trail.

Next, we'll discuss the team's portal losses a week out from the end of the spring window. After five players, including safety King Mack and wide receiver Malik McClain, left the program, what has that done to the team's prospects for this fall? We'll discuss that impact on the Penn State roster.

Three players we're not talking enough about

Today's main show discussion focuses on the players just below the headlines. Which players are the Penn State fans and media not talking enough about? We're each bringing three to the table and discussing their importance to Penn State's chances of victory next fall.

This conversation turns into another discussion about the Penn State receiver room as Bauer has Omari Evans on his list and Fitz has Liam Clifford. Which player can help the offense more and why? We'll break down each player's case and discuss four more who deserve more attention.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we turn the show over to you, the viewers. What do you want to know? We've taken questions from the mailbag and chat and answered them on air. What constitutes improvement for Drew Allar? Will Penn State's run game be more explosive this year? These are some of the questions we'll tackle on today's show.

Which Penn State Players Aren't we Talking About Enough?

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Recruiting Show: Penn State's Most Wanted Offensive Players in the 2025 Recruiting Class

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The Penn State Nittany Lions recruiting team is hard at work identifying more talent that they'd like to secure for the 2025 recruiting class this month. We discuss some recent offers on Today's BWI Live Recruiting show, but we'll mainly focus on the top players the team has scheduled for official visits this summer. Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or check out the replay embedded in this article.

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Penn State recruiting news update

Penn State's quest for top receiver talent has expanded to span the nation. This week St. Louis native Core Simms announced that he's taking an official visit to Happy Valley in June. Join the show to learn more about his fit with the team and how 2025 is turning out to be a battle between the Nittany Lions and Missouri. Can Penn State land the 6-3 pass-catcher?

But for today's main topic we look at the offensive recruiting board to understand which players sit atop the priority list. Penn State's official visitor list for June is saturated with high four-star talent that could help change the perception and ranking of the team's recruiting class. We'll discuss which players are most important among that group and what Penn State's chances are of landing that talent.

Finally, recruiting insider Ryan Snyder recaps the major events and storylines of April. How unusual was it for Penn State to have a down recruiting list at the Blue-White Game? What were the highs and lows of the month?

Drafted players as prospects

Finally, we end the show recapping the 2024 NFL Draft the only way that the Recruiting Show knows how; has prospects. Snyder and Blue Whit Illustrated Publisher Sean Fitz discuss the team's eight drafted players' Penn State recruiting stories and what led them to the team. We'll review their prospect composite ranking, the main points of their recruiting story, and how the team landed them.

Check out the show to revisit three-star Olu Fashanu's recruitment and how he went from an unremarkably-ranked prospect into a top pick in the draft. Also, learn how one phone call changed the trajectory of Daequan Hardy's Penn State recruiting story after his senior season championship game performance.

All of that, and more on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show!

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What Happened to Penn State Cornerback Kalen King? | NFL Draft Discussion

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 1 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000

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Eight Penn State Nittany Lions were drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft over the weekend. On today’s show, we’ll revisit where each player landed and what sort of situation they find themselves in at the next level. However, one player is probably more controversial than the rest regarding his decisions over the last year. So, what happened to Kalen King? The former second-team All-American fell to the seventh round, just three picks from the final selection in the draft. We’ll discuss the factors that led to his draft stock falling, and what situation he finds himself in with the Green Bay Packers.

We’ll also discuss the players whose stock is up after spring football for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Which players did the most to move their needle in the correct direction? We’ll give you some of the names we selected. But on the flip side, who is sliding back into the pack? We’ll highlight specific players who need an adjustment in fan expectations.

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Penn State draft recap

King wasn’t the only fascinating player from the NFL Draft this past weekend. We’ll review each player’s fit with their new teams and discuss how they mesh at the next level. For one, Olu Fashanu fits very well with the New York Jets on the field.

On the flip side of organizational stability from the Chiefs is the New York Jets. From a schematic and developmental fit, Penn State tackle Olu Fashanu fits very well within the Jets program as the tackle of the future behind Tyron Smith. He’ll get to learn from a Hall of Fame mentor and work on his run-game skills until he gets called into the starting lineup.

Check out the rest of our best fits here.

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Spring practice risers and fallers

Finally, we tie up loose ends from Penn State spring football with a look at the players who made moves. Which players are on the rise? Which players are slipping back. Here’s a snippet of what we discussed on today’s show.

Confidence and strength are sometimes hard to tell apart in the growth of an offesnive lineman. Last season, Vega Ioane played well for a redshirt freshman, but he didn’t show the dominance his 6-4, 350-pound profile hinted at. He was a good lineman with quick feet but didn’t necessarily play fast.

Fast forward to this spring, and we saw a different player. Ioane looked leaner and more confident in his movement. Notably he was looking for work instead of looking lost in pass protection during the Blue-White Game.

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BWI Live: Which Penn State football Storylines are complete? | Last Day of the Transfer Portal

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:23:38 +0000

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Today is the final day of the spring NCAA Transfer portal. Underclassmen only have a few hours left to submit their name if they intend to find a new home for the 2024 season. So far, Penn State has only lost three players this spring despite a competitive and deep team and middling NIL. Will that change?

We're discussing that, plus reviewing spring storylines. Now that the team is off to summer training, which spring storylines are complete? Senior Editor Nate Bauer and BWI Publisher Sean Fitz discuss what they think they know for certain about the Penn State Football team.

Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube! We'll round out the show with your questions in the BWI Mailbag. For the latest info and perspective on Penn State football, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't miss anything!

Penn State spring portal and recruiting update

Fitz begins the show with a recruiting update from the past week. One of Penn State's top offensive line targets announced his intentions to join Penn State for an official visit in June. Find out how Ziyare Addison fits into the team's plans this summer. Join the show to hear more from Fitz about this weekend's recruiting news.

We'll also review Davon Townley's decision to enter the transfer portal. The Class of 2021 edge rusher converted to defensive tackle last year but hasn't been able to make headway on the roster. With his departure, is Penn State in trouble after this upcoming season with depth and experience at the position?

We'll discuss that, review Penn State's portal action and discuss what fans should expect from the last day of the portal.

Spring storylines

Now that spring football is over, what facts about Penn State can we be certain of? Our experts are discussing the concrete storylines from this spring. From roster makeup to player progression, we're going to recap what our insiders know for certain about the team and it's plans for the upcoming football season.

BWI Mailbag

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Wrestling Show: Breaking: Penn State loses wrestler for 2024 season | U20 US Open Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:13:00 +0000

Penn State wrestler Terrell Barraclough has entered the NCAA transfer portal, a source confirmed to Blue-White Illustrated. The Wrestling Room founder Pat Mineo first reported the news. Barraclough, who is from Kaysville, Utah, is in as a graduate transfer. He has one season of eligibility remaining.

Barraclough’s decision to move on is not a shock. He has been a tremendous teammate while operating mostly in a backup capacity during his time in blue and white. He was 12-2 in 2023-2024 but competed in just three dual meets, where he was 2-1. Throughout his time at Penn State, he has been flexible with his weight, filling in at both 165 and 174 pounds when needed. His most dual meet matches in one year came in 2021-2022, when he was in seven of them and went 7-8 on the year including a near upset of Nebraska star Peyton Robb.

Barraclough is the first Penn State wrestler to hit the portal since the 2023-2024 season ended. He may not be the last. Wrestlers have until May 3 to enter the portal and still be eligible next season.

We also discuss the U20 US Open this past weekend. Here are the discussion points for today's show.

Penn State had three Class of 2024 champions in Luke Lilledahl, Zack Ryder, and Connor Mirasola. Lilleadahl was the outstanding wrestler of the tournament. Can any compete in year one with the Lions?

-Class of 2025 commit PJ Duke won a title as well. And Penn State had numerous top eight finishers.

–Braeden Davis competed at 61 kilograms (133 pounds). Sign of a future weight change or something else?

–Josh Barr wrestled well. IS he ready for the starting lineup?

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BWI Live: How Penn State first round picks Olu Fashanu and Chop Robinson fit with the Jets, Dolphins

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The Penn State Nittany Lions had two players selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. As predicted, left tackle Olu Fashanu went in the top half of round on to the New York Jets, while defensive end Chop Robinson found his new home with the Miami Dolphins. On today’s BWI Live Show, Penn State film analyst Thomas Frank Carr discusses what each player brings to their new teams and how they fit in. Join the show at 10 am on YouTube or check out the video on the site.

Penn State players find near-perfect fits at next level

Not only has T-Frank watched these two players closely for the last several seasons of Penn State football, he’s also a diehard Buffalo Bills fan and has a good understanding of the AFC East dynamics that both players step into at the next level. Here’s what he had to say about Fashanu’s fit with the Jets.

Jets head coach Robert Saleh is the former defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers and brought a similar offensive system to New York. The team relies heavily on the popular outside zone running scheme in the NFL, which Penn State used last season under former OC Mike Yurcich. Not every zone scheme is run the same way, but most rely on athletic offensive linemen working in tandem to steal gaps from the defense in a lateral fashion.

Fashanu’s athleticism and movement skills make him a great fit for this scheme, allowing him to play with speed and burst off the football.

But Fashanu’s real value is as a pass protector. Find out what he is good at and how he can help unlock a new level of offense for the Jets.

Chop Robinson can flourish in Miami

Typically, defnses like this ask its edge defenders to play upfield and attack the run with speed, rather than control of a gap. While Robinson isn’t an aggressive run defender from a contact standpoint, he’s incredibly effective at getting upfield and shedding blocks in space to create negative plays and bubble runs to his side. In all situations, his athleteicism has a chance to shine.

Find out how the Dolphin’s organizational philosophy also should help Robinson become the best version of himself.

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Recruiting Show: Assessing the Penn State Recruiting Class of 2025 before official visits

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The Penn State Nittany Lions recruiting class of 2025 is halfway filled, heading into a critical stretch of official visits in June. While we wait for the flurry of activity this summer, we're resetting the class on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show. What's happened to get Penn State to this point so far? Where does this group stack up to the standard the recruiting staff has set over time?

Recruiting insider Ryan Snyder is here to discuss that and the latest news from the Penn State football recruiting trail. Join the show at 10 am on YouTube, or check out the show embedded in this article.

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Penn State playing the waiting game?

The Blue-White Game has come and gone with no additional commitments to the program. With April finishing up official visits starting at the end of next month, what is the recruiting staff up to? Snyder discusses what Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff are up to this time of year and the next landmarks for recruiting. Are we all collectively waiting for official visits for the next phase of movement?

We'll discuss that, plus the latest Penn State recruiting news from the past week.

Where the class needs to make up ground

Earlier this week, Snyder outlined where he thinks that the Penn State staff needs to make up ground in this cycle. Which positions stand out? We'll discuss the differences in these positions compared to the rest of the assembled 12-person class.

Speaking of that class, we'll do a quick reset on the group of committed players. With a large chunk of the class committing early in the process, it's a good time to remind Penn State fans which players the team already has in the room.

More official visits scheduled

Finally, Snyder has been working hard to confirm which players plan to visit Penn State this summer for official visits. He's confirmed several new players, including wide receiver Corey Simms, defensive lineman Yvan Kemajou, cornerback Graceson Littleon and tight end Brody Lennon. Learn more about those players and their stories on today's show.

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BWI Live: Post-Spring Penn State Football Positional Review

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:55:07 +0000

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We're still assessing the results of spring football for the Penn State Nittany Lions on today's show. After six weeks of practice and the Blue-White Game, where do players stand within their position heading into the summer months of player-led training? We're looking at the key positions heading out of spring football on today's BWI Live. Join the show at 10 am on YouTube or check out the replay here, embedded in this article.

Penn State offensive breakdown

There's little change with the team's top two positions on offense. Quarterback Drew Allar played the majority of the team's starting reps, with backup Beau Pribula taking two series with the top offensive line and receivers.

But what about the position battle at running back? Penn State's young players put on a show this spring, and despite missing time, freshman Quinton Martin showed impressive skill in the Blue-White Game. We'll discuss where the battle for the third running back spot is between Martin and Cam Wallace.

Unlike running back, wide receiver is a much messier and more complicated picture. Why was transfer Julian Fleming on the Blue Team? What can we make of the team's performance from this spring? We'll discuss how Penn State has generally used its wide receivers from a positional perspective and then discuss how a team makes them positionless within an offense.

Tight End gives an incomplete picture

How Penn State plans to use its tight ends is very different than what we saw during the Blue-White Game. However, we have some clues about where the competition stands on Saturday for the backup job to starter Tyler Warren.

Finally, we'll try to explain how Penn State used its offensive linemen, specifically in relation to freshman Cooper Cousins. Will he play center or guard this year and what led to him starting at right guard during the Blue-White Game? We'll dive into the offensive line performance from this spring.

Penn State Defense

Lastly, we'll look at the Penn State defense and what sort of competition the team has at linebacker and cornerback. Will the team play just two linebackers this year? If so, how does veteran Dom DeLuca fit into that picture? We'll also discuss Ta'Mere Robinson's performance during the Blue-White game and where the defensive line will find room for five pass rushers in the lineup.

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BWI Live: How has Penn State disrupted a transfer portal exodus? Post-Spring football fallout

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:25:16 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are out of spring football and things are quiet around the football program. That's a surprise, given the transfer portal opened last week. What is causing Penn State's retention over the last two portal cycles despite having a glut of talented players at premium positions?

On today's show, we'll discuss how Penn State head coach James Franklin and his staff are accomplishing that retention. Join the BWI Live show at 10 am on YouTube or catch the show embedded in this article. Want to stay on top of team news and information this summer? Subscribe to the BWI YouTube channel so you don't miss any live shows, recruiting commitments or breaking news.

Penn State recruiting update

However, we'll start today's show with a quick recruiting update from Penn State recruiting insider Sean Fitz. He's recapping the latest on Penn State recruiting from the weekend. Find out the latest on defensive end target Adam Shovlin, and a new national wide receiver target who scheduled an official visit to Penn State this summer.

Portal recap and spring assesment

Today's main topic surrounds the NCAA Transfer portal. So far, Penn State's roster remains intact, with only two players leaving the program. So how has Franklin and his staff kept a talented and deep team together when the opportunity to see more playing time or money is out there? Fitz and senior editor Nate Bauer discuss Penn State's portal activity and how this is unfolding.

Yet the portal is a two-way door. Are the Nittany Lions on the cusp of adding talent from other programs? We'll detail what our insiders know about the situation.

Next, we'll recap the spring football period with Fitz's articles on players whose stock is rising. Which players stood out among their peers in spring practice? Fitz gave five players on offense and defense over the last several days. He'll discuss the most interesting players on today's show.

Bauer has new information on the team's linebacker depth situation. How did things shake out this spring with Ta'Mere Robinson and Kaveion Keys? Can Penn State manufacture depth before the start of the spring? Join the show to find out more.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll open up the BWI mailbag. Got a question on your mind? You can ask the experts! Join the live chat and drop your question for Fitz and Bauer. We'll take the best ones, and the top questions from the BWI Message board and answer them to end the show.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Blue-White Game Recruiting Reaction | New O-Line targets in focus?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:01:26 +0000

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The Penn State football team hosted recruits on Saturday for the Blue-White Game at Beaver Stadium. However, it was a blustery and windy day in Happy Valley. Did that affect the turnout from top prospects on the Nittany Lions recruiting board?

On the BWI Live Recruiting Show, we discuss who showed and who didn't at the Penn State spring game. Join the show today at 10 am on YouTube or catch it on replay embedded here in this article. With the change in the football calendar we’ll be making some more changes to the weekly lineup of live shows. The best way to stay up-to-date with our show schedule is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don’t miss any shows, breaking news and commitments this summer.

Andrew Olesh Top schools

But first, another top prospect included Penn State in his final list of schools this week. Pennsylvania native and top tight end target Andrew Olshes named his top eight schools this week. We'll discuss who made the cut and which programs present the biggest threat to the Lions.

After losing a top in-state target to Missiouri in quarterback Matt Zollers, Penn State fans are likely nervous about the 79th overall player in 2025 bolting the state. So, what’s the difference between the two players? Industry insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss that, plus your questions on the subject.

We’re also at the end of spring football so there’s another shift in the recruiting calendar. What is on the plate of the Penn State recruiting staff this month? Snyder and Fitz discuss where we are in the recruiting cycle and what comes next.

Penn State Spring Visit Recap

Finally, we’ll recap what players visited the program this past weekend for the Blue-White Game. Penn State hosted most of its committed prospects and several notable players. So how did the list turn out? And what other factors led to the attendance? Snyder has spoken with several players who made the trip to a windy Beaver Stadium and will discuss the conversations that left an impression on him.

Finally, we’ll discuss notable topics from the last week in Penn State recruiting. The team has three running backs committed to the program so far in this cycle. But could they add another? Snyder wrote about that potentiality and will discuss it on today’s show.

We’ll also dedicate a show segment to the offensive line. Is there a new crop of linemen separating themselves from the pack? There’s a fresh batch of players on the Penn State radar who we’ll break down today including Nolan Davenport, Michael Gibbs and Carter Scruggs.

Penn State Blue-White Game Recruiting Reaction | New O-Line targets in focus?

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Wrestling Show: Olympic Trials Preview

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The U.S. Olympic Team Trials start today in State College. The Bryce Jordan Center will be at the center of the wrestling world over the next two days. And, Penn State will be well represented. Twenty competitors with ties to either the school itself or the affiliated Nittany Lion Wrestling Club will be on the mat for the men’s freestyle competition aiming to earn a spot on the team that will compete at this year's summer games in Paris, France.

"These guys are thinking about the Olympics," Lions coach Cael Sanderson said following his team's NCAA title win in late March. "They’re very competitive, as we know. And so it will just be about getting ready for that. I think we’re, what, four weeks out, and it comes fast.”

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BWI Live: Who Stood out in the Penn State Blue-White Game? | Takeaways from Saturday

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team closed spring camp on Saturday with the Blue-White Game in front of a smattering of fans. With high winds dominating the conversation in the stadium, what can we take away from the weekend performance? We're discussing the players that stood out, plus the interesting things that Penn State did that shaped the scrimmage on Saturday.

Join the BWI Live show today at 10 am on YouTube, or check out the replay embedded in this article. For regulars of the show, we'll be moving back to our in-season schedule moving forward with live shows on Tuesday and Thursday and our pre-recorded show on Wednesday. The best way to stay up-to-date with changes, breaking news and videos is to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel.

Penn State offensive and defensive scheme notes

While a good chunk of Saturday's game was vanilla on both sides of the football, Penn State still showed some interesting wrinkles. Both defensive coordinator Tom Allen and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki gave us a glimpse of different aspects of their new schemes. We'll discuss the level of aggression Allen showed during the scrimmage and what Kotelnicki did and didn't do during the 48 minutes of game action.

We'll also discuss the situation at receiver and which players stood out during the team's passing plays. Did we get a sense of who will fill in for KeAndre Lambert-Smith among the team's wideouts? We'll discuss Trey Wallace's performance and that of Kaden Saunders and Liam Clifford.

Finally, we'll discuss the quarterbacks, Drew Allar's performance, and how to gauge what we learned about them during a windy day.

Penn State running back competition continues

Penn State's top running backs, Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen, didn't play during the Blue-White game. That means we got an extended look at freshman Quinton Martin and redshirt freshman Cam Wallace. We'll discuss what those two players showed us on Saturday and how competitive the third running back competition will be this summer and fall.

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BWI Live: Penn State Blue-White Game Recap | What did we learn about the passing game?

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Brandon Short, Steve Wagman, and Carl Nassib are running as a slate in Penn State’s Alumni Trustee election.

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Brandon, Steve, and Carl are aligned on their vision and are the best candidates to lead Penn State into the future.

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The Penn State Nittany Lions concluded spring football camp with the annual Blue-White Game on Saturday. So, what did we learn? We're discussing the game and what Blue White Illustrated saw from the Lions during the scrimmage. Join us on the BWI Live Show at 10 am, or catch the replay here. Senior editor Nate Bauer and BWI Publisher Sean Fitz will discuss their takeaways from the game and what it means for the team heading into summer conditioning.

We'll also discuss some of the conversations we had with players and coaches after the game. Finally, the transfer portal opens this week so we'll preview what Penn State fans should expect from the team in the next week.

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Penn State "Passing Game Purgatory"

Baure said in his initial takeaways from the Blue-White Game that we are in "passing game purgatory" after a windy and blustery day, which made it difficult to pass the football during the scrimmage. What should Penn State fans take from quarterbacks Drew Allar and Beau Pribula's sub-50 % completion effort? We'll break down the nuances of Saturday's performance.

The Penn State receivers were already under a microscope with the news about KeAndre Lambert-Smith entering the transfer portal late last week. Wide receiver Trey Wallace was the team's top target in the Blue-White Game, but how did the unit perform overall? We're also discussing the team's passing performance from the receiver standpoint on today's show.

Who else stood out?

But it wasn't just the passing game that was an interesting focus for our experts. We'll discuss the defensive standouts and which players caught their attention during the Penn State scrimmage. What did the group think of Quinton Martin's performance? What about transfer cornerback A.J. Harris? We'll pull players from both sides of the football to examine their individual performances. Of course, the day wouldn't be complete without a discussion of linebacker Abdul Carter and his debut as a defensive end.

Finally, the dominoes regarding the transfer portal are about to fall in the coming days. Firstly, we'll discuss Penn State's scholarship limit and how NIL plays a new dynamic in what it has to do versus what might happen with player movement. Join the show today to get your thoughts on air! We'll be discussing comments in the live chat throughout the show!

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BWI Live: Penn State Blue-White Game Preview

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Brandon Short, Steve Wagman, and Carl Nassib are running as a slate in Penn State’s Alumni Trustee election.

Their key issues are:

Making Penn State More Affordable

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The Penn State Football team opens up the doors of Beaver Stadium for the annual Blue-White Game on Saturday. Blue White Illustrated has been following the team all spring and shares what we're looking for tomorrow during the team's two-hour live scrimmage. Join us live at 2 pm from Nittany Cards Plus at 1631 South Atherton Street in State College.

Industry insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will give you their thoughts on the team as it wraps up spring football this week and what players or situations interest them the most. We'll give you a sneak preview of the latest film room from former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall. This week, he's reviewing Chop Robinson's performance from this past season.

Penn State Blue-White Game Preview

Some fans tune in weekly to find out the latest from Penn State practice, while others are checking in for the first time. We'll start the show by recapping what fans should expect from the upcomign game. We'll discuss head coach James Franklin's comments about how the team will be divided on the Blue and White teams and disucss the major storylines from this spring. We'll also give them a sense of who will and won't be playing on Saturday.

Next, we'll give you a look at how Chop Robinson dominated last season from the defensive end spot. Tengwall is back to join T-Frank's Film Room. They'll discuss Robinson's unique skillset and what it says about his NFL future.

Blue-White Game Preview

Finally, we'll get to the game on Saturday. Fitz and Nate will discuss the top five players they're interested in watching on Saturday. Despite our weekly look into practice, this will be the longest view the media gets of the team this spring. They'll discuss players that they're fascinated to learn more about.

We'll also discuss the most critical aspects of the game from a team-wide level. What are they interested in learning about the offense, defense, and special teams?

Finally we'll throw out players who are in line for awards after the game. Who do they think the offensive and defensive MVPs will be? Who is the biggest surprise? Finally, with the team divided evenly, will the offense or defense win the day?

Game Week Coverage

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Breaking News: KeAndre Lambert-Smith not with the Penn State football team heading into Blue-White Game

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Penn State will lose a receiver to the NCAA transfer portal once the spring window opens on April 16. On3’s Pete Nakos reports that senior KeAndre Lambert-Smith is expected to look for a new college home starting next week. The idea of him moving on following the 2023 season was an oft-discussed one back in January. But, he returned for winter workouts and most of spring practice, which concludes with Saturday’s Blue-White game.

Here is an excerpt from the BWI Live Show on Friday afternoon, where Sean Fitz, Nate Bauer, and Thomas Frank Carr discuss the situation with Penn State's top receiver, our reporting on the situation, and where things stand.

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Recruiting Show: Why is Penn State Missing on Top Recruits? Our Experts Explain | Blue-White Recruiting Preview

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The Penn State Nittany Lions Class of 2025 hasn't gone to plan for the last week. The team lost key recruits from the region to top schools across the country at key positions, including quarterback and defensive tackle.

So, what's going on with Penn State recruiting? Our industry experts at Blue White Illustrated have been following the team for nearly two decades and have seen this story before. Today on the BWI Live Recruiting Show, Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder will discuss the bad, and the good of Penn State's Class of 2025.

We'll also preview the team's upcoming chance to change the narrative, with four-star running back Alvin Henderson making his decision on Thursday.

Finally, we'll preview the upcoming Blue-White Game recruiting list. Join the show at 10 am on YouTube or check out the video embedded in this article. It's a good time to subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel so you don't miss any of our Blue-White Week content or breaking news.

Penn State recruiting misses that sting

On today's show, we'll discuss the team's recruiting efforts with Matt Zollers and Trent Wilson. The possible top quarterback in the Class of 2025 chose Missouri over the Nittany Lions last week. Then, the regional prospect at wide receiver Romero Ison visited USC and committed quickly afterward. Finally, top defensive tackle prospect Trent Wilson, who was trending to Penn State, made an about-face and committed to Oklahoma after one visit.

So, what's going on? Our experts discuss the typical ups and downs of recruiting and what's expected at this point in the year. However, there's a new dynamic in recruiting now, which they'll discuss with several of Penn State's misses.

However, it's not all bad news. Synder and Fitz will discuss the remaining players that Penn State can still sign this year. The team has several four-star targets that they can add over May, June and early July to form a respectable class. We'll discuss some of those names and players today.

Will the team get a third running back?

In fact, one of those players makes his decision on Thursday. Four-star Alabama running back Alvin Henderson will choose between Auburn and Penn State today. Where does the team stand? Join the show to find out.

Blue-White Game preview

Finally, the team hosts the annual Blue-White game this weekend, which is typically a great showcase game for the team's recruiting efforts. Is Penn State in line to get any commits this weekend? Who is coming to the game? Check out Ryan Snyder's breakdown from earlier this week that we'll discuss on today's show.

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BWI Live: Penn State Gearing up for "Competitive" Blue-White Game | Practice Recap

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team closes out spring practice this weekend with the annual Blue-White Game at Beaver Stadium. Before that, they opened practice to the media for one final time. Join the BWI Live show today as we discuss what we saw and heard at the final open Tuesday practice of the spring season.

Senior insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer discuss their practice observations from Tuesday night and other topics from James Franklin's press conference afterwards.

Specifically, we'll dive into Franklin's comments that he wants to make the Blue-White Game as competitive as possible for his Penn State team. In years past, coaches would split the group by the depth chart, with the third and fourth string on the White team and starters on the Blue squad. We'll discuss how that might play out this upcoming weekend. Will we see Drew Allar square off against Beau Pribula in the two-hour scrimmage?

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BWI Live: Top Five Penn State Players To Watch In Blue-White Game: Offense & Defense

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The Penn State Nittany Lions conclude spring practice this weekend with the annual Blue-White Game at Beaver Stadium. After four months without any football, every player might interest fans when they watch the two-hour scrimmage on Saturday. Yet we’ve tried to narrow the list down to five players on each side of the ball. Join us on today’s BWI Live Show to discuss who those players are.

If you haven’t yet, today is a great day to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Penn State holds its final open practice of the spring period on Tuesday evening, so head coach James Franklin’s press conference comes to you tonight. We’ll also have great live content heading into the weekend on the BWI Live show. Join us at 10 am on Wednesday and Thursday as we review practice and the weekly recruiting news. Then, head to Nittany Cards Plus at 1631 South Atherton Street at 2 pm for our live Blue-White Game preview.

All of that, plus player interviews and more from Blue White Illustrated!

Penn State players we’re watching on offense and defense

Check out the show for the full list of players we’re most interested in on defense. Or, you can read the article on which today’s show is based. Here’s a snippet from the defensive article about the player most fans want to see at his new position.

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It’s not just depth players who pique the interest of fans and media this year. We’re all about to see how Abdul Carter’s transition to defensive end is going.

Another fan favorite this weekend is freshman center Cooper Cousins. The five-star lineman has caused a stir so far this offseason with his continually impressive performance.

Simply put, Cousins is breaking the expectation curve for a freshman offensive lineman. Not only is he in a position to compete for playing time, but he’s also working for a starting job at center. Most linemen who play early find a role as a guard or maybe a tackle if they’re elite athletes. Cousins is taking on the dual challenge of a mentally taxing position and adjusting to college football.

While it’ll be hard to gauge how he does for most fans during the game, we’ll follow up after with film breakdowns to highlight what we see.

Where do Carter and Cousins rank? Find out by joining the show!

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Wrestling Show: What's next for the Lions after their historic 2023-2024 season?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 5 Apr 2024 12:28:04 +0000

Penn State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson was clear about his team’s next steps following an historic 2023-2024 season that ended with eight All-Americans, four national champions, and an NCAA team title featuring a record number of points (172.5) by a record-setting margin (100).

“Just going to be ready for next year,” Sanderson said. “That’s what we do. We always think ahead preparing for the future. We’ll be back in the room on Monday. We love what we do, we love to train. We love the sport of wrestling. Happy for the guys.”

It might sound like a cliche, but it’s anything but. We tell you why on this week’s episode of the Blue-White Illustrated Penn State wrestling show. And, there is a lot to discuss.

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BWI Live: Decision day for top quarterback Matt Zollers | Will Penn State land in-state gem?

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One of the biggest days this spring for the Penn State football recruiting class of 2025 is here. Four-star and top-three quarterback Matt Zollers will make his college decision on Thursday. The Pennsylvania native is choosing between the in-state Nittany Lions, Georiga, Missouri, and Pitt. Blue White Illustrated's recruiting experts, Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder sit down on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show to discuss what might happen at 4 pm when Zollers announces his decision.

Join the show live at 10 am or catch it on replay embedded in this article. As always, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't miss any breaking news, player interviews, and more!

Penn State's final push for Zollers- Was it enough?

Penn State made their final in-person pitch to Zollers last Friday, hoping to convince the four-star quarterback to join the class and stay in-state. We'll discuss how that trip went, our insiders' feedback, and what they think will happen when Zollers makes his announcement. We'll discuss the potentiality, impact of a commitment, and fallout of missing out on a top-50 player.

But it's not just Zollers who made a decision this week. More recruiting news is bubbling with another high-value regional target this week. Four-star defensive tackle Trent Wilson narrowed his list of school down to four contenders this week. Snyder doesn't think the new bodes well for Penn State. We'll ask him why and what he thinks will happen with another top prospect on the Nittany Lions board this summer.

Are official visits no longer an indication of interest?

We'll also dedicate a show segment to an interesting question from a Blue White Illustrated message board member. The question was originally for the Mailbag show on Wednesday but was too good of a conversation to leave out of today's recruiting show. Now that official visits are an unlimited resource, do they still matter the same way? Are they an indicator of true interest or can players schedule a plethora of visits just to see different schools?

Upcoming visits

Finally, we'll end the segment by discussing the upcoming Happy Valley visitors during the penultimate spring football weekend. Our experts will explain why tackle Nolan Davenport, running back Marcello Vitti, linebacker Justin Hill, wide receiver Jacob Washington, and tight end Mack Sutter are interesting players to consider.

Join the show to ask your questions of today's experts! We'll be answering questions from the live YouTube chat during today's show.

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BWI Live: Penn State practice update | Depth Chart conversations put on hold?

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Penn State football is firmly in the back half of spring football this week with nine of the 15 practices in the books. Practice number nine was the media's latest chance to get a glimpse at how the team is progressing and glean any information about the Nittany Lions so far. We'll discuss what we saw, and our takeaways from interviews after practice.

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or catch the replay here, embedded in this article. Be sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel so you don't miss any of our special Blue-White Game Week coverage!

Penn State practice observations

Penn State opened the doors of Holuba Hall on a rainy Tuesday in Happy Valley to give the media our weekly dose of practice drills. What did experts Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz glean from this exercise? They have their practice notes from last night live on the site, which you can check out here, and here.

We'll discuss the main points

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BWI Live: Explaining the new Penn State Lion position and the Pry-Diaz Index

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The Penn State defense returns talent and depth this season, but some parts of the roster need to work themselves out before the start of the 2024 season. On Today’s BWI Live show, we discuss how the linebacker position is shaping up through spring football. We’ll also discuss how Jaxon Smolik’s injury affects now third-string quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or check out the replay embedded in this article.

Penn State defensive adjustments a work in progress

While Penn State fans are excited about Abdul Carter’s move to defensive end, the team still needs to sort out details about the move. Head coach James Franklin preached caution about the move being a slam-dunk positive for everyone involved this spring.

“Moving Abdul to defensive end, everybody’s excited about but it has an impact on our linebacker room, too,” he said last week.

We discuss the issues that moving Carter created for the team’s linebackers and what that group needs to do to make up for the loss of an impact player at the position. Franklin thinks that it will take time beyond spring football.

“So hopefully, they’ll finish out the spring on a real positive and have a really good spring game and go into the summer with some confidence,” Franklin said. “And then again, a couple of weeks into summer camp, feeling like we have depth there. Because right now, ‘we’ve got to create some more depth there to feel good about.”

Jaxon Smolik injury puts a new spotlight on Ethan Grunkemeyer

Blue White Illustrated’s Ryan Snyder broke the news this week that backup quarterback Jaxon Smolik would miss extended time with an injury suffered this spring. During today’s Ask T-Frank segment, we dive into what this means for the team and four-star freshman Ethan Grunkemeyer. What should Penn State fans know about the former top-ten passer in the Class of 2024? We’ll discuss his spring so far.

Freshmen who could contribute this year

Finally, we end the show discussing the Penn State freshmen who could have an impact and burn their redshirts this season. While Cooper Cousins is an obvious favorite to do so, who could join him? We make the case for running back Quinton Martin and several defensive players.

However, there are fewer roles or spots for incoming freshmen than there were several years ago. We discuss that dynamic to end the show.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State QB targets come into focus as Matt Zollers visit and decision loom

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The Penn State Football recruiting team has another massive visit weekend lined up, headlined by one of the most important players in the Class of 2025. Spring-Ford quarterback Matt Zollers visits this weekend before heading down south to see perennial powerhouses Alabama and Georgia. Zollers will then make his decision next Thursday. It's Penn State's last chance to win over the hometown, top-ten QB.

Quarterbacks come into sharp focus on today's show with the next crop of passers visiting campus this past week. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show at 10 a.m. with industry insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz. We're live at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or you can catch the replay embedded in this article.

Penn State's last pitch to Zollers

If you've followed the show over the last few months, you're well aware of how important Zollers is to the Penn State football team. The Pennsyvlania native is the thrid-ranked quarteback in the On3 rankings for 2025 and is the team's top target at the position. Will they be able to keep the top-ranked talent home? We'll discuss the outlook during the show.

But recruiting never rests and the race for a top 2026 prospect is already on. Florida quarterback Dia Bell, California's Troy Huhn, an top passer in 2026 Fazion Brandon all visited the program this past week. Where does Penn State stand with the next group of passers? Fitz and Snyder discuss what spring visits mean this far out in the recruiting process.

Receiver once again a hot topic

Until the Penn State offense produces a consistent passing game, the receiver position will be a hot topic in recruiting. There's been news over the last week regarding some of the top players at the position in the upcoming recruiting class. Find out what work receivers coach Marques Hagans has been doing this spring.

Official visits start in roughly a month and there's a large number of wide outs that have confirmed they plan to see Penn State this summer. Beyond that, the list of official visitors came into focus over the last week. Join the show to discover who is joining Penn State for an official look at the program.

Spring visits this weekend

We'll end the show as normal at this time of year; by previewing the important names visiting campus for a spring football visit. Which players will join Zollers at Penn State this weekend? Learn more about the list by joining the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m.

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BWI Live: Which Penn State position battles are clearer this week? | Practice Update

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The Penn State Nittany Lions opened up practice to the media for the third time this spring on Tuesday evening. We're discussing what we saw and heard during the 10 minutes of practice and 20 minutes of interviews afterwards on today's BWI Live Show. Join insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer as they discuss the relevant news and topics from the halfway point of spring football on today's show.

We'll also be discussing what's on your mind! Join the show to ask questions and leave comments in the chat for the BWI Mailbag, which we feature to end the show. If you can't catch us live, you can ask a question on the BWI Mailbag submission thread and then watch the show on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, or embedded in this article.

Penn State practice observations with Fitz and Bauer

Penn State head coach James Franklin discussed the team's progress at the halfway point of camp, explaining that things are status quo.

"Yeah, I hate to keep saying the same thing to you guys over and over and over again, but I feel it's about a foundation. I think we've laid a foundation where most of the offense, defense, and special teams are in right now," Franklin said after practice.

But what does that look like up close? Fitz spent time with the defense and Bauer was with the offense for most of the open practice window. They'll give their thoughts on the proceedings in today's opening segment.

If you'd like more intel on what they saw, check out their articles from Tuesday night on the offense and the defense.

James Franklin press conference

Speaking of Franklin, the head coach discussed the wide receiver room on Tuesday evening, highlighting Julian Fleming's integration into the team, Trey Wallace's return from injury, and the room's status. Find out what he had to say about the most talked-about group on the Penn State roster.

Franklin also discussed the way his team has integrated the new coordinators and how he sees holistic improvement from the offense.

We also spoke with defensive coordinator Tom Allen and several Penn State players afterward. Fitz and Bauer will highlight their conversations after practice.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we will take your questions in the BWI Mailbag. Today's featured questions deal with the offensive line, quarterback recruiting, and more. Join the show to add your conversation to the list!

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BWI Live: Can Penn State mitigate the loss of Olu Fashanu? | O-Line spring outlook

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The Penn State offensive line is undergoing a massive change this offseason, with three starters moving on to the NFL. How will all of that shake out? With the shift to new Penn State offensive coordiantor Andy Kotelnicki, is there a way to mitigate the loss of tackles Olu Fashanu and Caedan Wallace? We're talking about that today on the BWI Live Show. Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube or watch the replay embedded in this article.

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Penn State scheme could help mitigate the loss of Olu Fashanu

Earlier this week, we discussed the concept of working around the team's new tackle situation with first-time starters Drew Shelton and Anthony Donkoh or Nolan Rucci by leaning into what Kotelnicki did best at Kansas: run the football. Successfully deploying the ground game keeps the team out of obvious passing situations, which was the strength of Fashanu.

But what if you didn’t need those skills the same way? We’ve talked about this previously, but true passing situation opportunities can heavily influence the perception of a player’s skills. Last year, Fashanu saw 142 of PFF’s true passing situation blocks in Penn State’s run-first scheme, which equated to 57th among all Power Five tackles.

But Kansas had even fewer of those plays. Kansas left tackle Dominic Puni played in as many games as Fashanu and only had to block 86 times in obvious passing situations, which is tied for 122nd.

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Penn State running back depth

After discussing the offensive line and depth, we move on to the running back position. Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen are Penn State's offensive focal points. But if the team regularly uses both of them, they will need depth assurances for injury. We look into how Quinton Martin and Cam Wallace will compete for the third and fourth running back jobs behind the starters.

Is there a path to the field for the freshman? We discuss Martin's receiving ability and what a role for the 6-1 freshman would look like this season.

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Recruiting Show: Catching up on the Red-Hot Penn State Spring Recruiting News

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Penn State football has been busy over the last week. Not only has the program been working to install new schemes in all three phases during spring football, but they've been hosting dozens of recruits each day. On Today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're discussing the important names and reactions coming out of the first week of visits. Then we'll preview the upcoming recruiting weekend. Plus, recruiting insider Ryan Snyder has the latest on potential five-star quarterback Matt Zoller's plan for recruiting visits this spring.

Join the show today live at 10 a.m. on YouTube or catch the replay embedded in this article. We'll be talking to viewers in the live chat during the show and answers questions from the group. Now is a great time to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated to get the inside scoop on recruiting. Join right now with the code PSU1 to get an extra month of access for one dollar, only for our YouTube and podcast subscribers.

Penn State hosts important prospects during the first week of spring recruiting

Last week, we previewed several of the notable names that planned to visit Penn State during the first weekend of spring recruiting. Recruiting experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the feedback they've gotten from recruits who made the trip.

Can Penn State keep the run of elite safeties going with JaDon Blair? Does the team have a shot with rising defensive line star Darren Ikannagbon? We'll discuss those names and more, including Ohio running back Bo Jackson. Can Penn State land a third runner in the class of 2025?

Matt Zollers visit looming at the end of the month

More players will visit this weekend, and the following week. But by far, the biggest confirmed visit is from Zollers, who is coming to Happy Valley at the end of the month. Snyder has the four-star passer's spring visits scheduled for the coming month and discusses it on today's show. Does Penn State stand a fighting chance against Missouri, Pitt, and Georgia? We'll discuss the timing and order of his visits.

Also, On3 released its initial rankings for the Class of 2026. How many Penn State targets and commits made the list of 300? We'll discuss the regional strength and fit for Penn State in the upcoming cycle.

Finally, we'll be discussing your thoughts and questions on the show! Join the live chat and give us feedback on what you want to know about in Penn State recruiting!

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BWI Live: Penn State Spring Practice - What you need to know from the first week

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Penn State football opened up spring practice for the second time this year to give the media a glimpse into the team's progress through the season's first week. Later, head coach James Franklin spoke with the media, followed by offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki and several veteran players.

Blue White Illustrated was there for all of it, and we're discussing what we saw and heard on today's BWI Live Show. Join veteran reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer as they discuss the meaningful parts of Tuesday's open practice. We'll also take your questions to end the show in the BWI Mailbag.

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Penn State practice Observations

As always, Bauer and Fitz used their keen observation skills to glean relevant information from the roughly ten minutes of practice that the media is granted. Bauer gives his thoughts on the offensive outlook, which you can read more about here. As always, Fitz was with the defense Tuesday night and had his thoughts on the proceedings, which you can read more about here.

Additionally, Bauer spoke with sources about the first week of practice before Tuesday and gave a detailed breakdown of what he knows went on behind closed doors through the three prior practices. Check ou the full Buzzworthy breakdown and join he show for his highlights.

James Franklin presss conference conversation

After practice, Franklin spoke with reporters for roughly ten minutes and discussed various topics. One of the main conversations this spring is the teaching process in football. Once again, Franklin clarifies his staff's intentions around offensive, defensive, and speical teams installation and what their process is like this year. Bauer and Fitz will consider his comments on that and more.

BWI Mailbag

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Wrestling Show: Previewing another Penn State National Championship Run

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions wrestling team goes for another national title this weekend. Reporter Greg Pickel previews the NCAA Tournament.

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BWI Live: Penn State's new defense explained through James Franklin's comments about one key player

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team will have a new defense this year under defensive coordiantor Tom Allen. It's a new system featuring new potential combinations.

Or is it?

Today on the BWI Live Show, we discuss how James Franklin's comments about Jaylen Reed last week unlocked our understanding of the plan for the 2024 defense. We'll take you through the history of Penn State's usage of a 4-2 defense and what potential combinations the team could have on the field this upcoming season.

Penn State's new/old plan on defense

Playing a defensive back as a third linebacker is nothing new in college football, whether it's called the Lion, Star, Predator, or any other name. In fact, former Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz had the same plan for the Nittany Lion's defense when he first arrived in 2022. Like Diaz, Allen will play a third safety more often than they have in the last year and a half, according to Franklin's comments, to start spring football.

"We have a number of guys that we feel really good about at the safety position. When you take [KJ] Winston and Jaylen Reed, those two guys have played a ton of football for us. They're both experienced guys, are both playmakers, are both big and strong enough to be physical aspects in the run game," Franklin said.

Both players fit the bill to play a quasi-linebacker role, but Franklin cleared up who will play the Lion this year when talking about the team's third safety, Zakee Wheatley.

"Zakee Wheatley is a guy that we're expecting to take a big step. He's had by far his best offseason. Not even close. That also allows us to maybe use Reed in the nickel position that we're going to call the lion position."

What that tells us about the rest of the defense

From there, we can extrapolate where the rest of the safeties will line up and what this defensive formation will look like. We can also assume that if Franklin is talking about using it more, other defensive combinations will take a step back. However, the team still needs to have those packages figured out for when they're needed during the season. We review the team's base (4-3) defense and the nickel and dime options at cornerback for the upcoming spring football season.

Finally we turn the focus to the offense and consider the team's options on offense.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State wins Big Ten Title

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000

The Penn State wrestling team won another Big Ten Title. Greg Pickel discusses how it all went down.

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BWI Live: Penn State starting off hot in spring recruiting | Who is visiting this weekend?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions recruiting efforts kicked back into high gear this week with the start of spring football. The team has already hosted a top quarterback prospect, and will host numerous top 100 players over the next several days. The recruiting experts from Blue White Illustrated are back to discuss all of that, and more on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder break down the team's most interesting recruiting visits this week. Join the recruiting show every Thursday at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be the first to find out the latest recruiting news. If you can't make the live show, check out the replay on the BWI YouTube Channel or here on the site.

Penn State hosts one of its top quarterback prospects

The week started out strong, with four-star quarterback Maik Washington visiting the program on Tuesday. Washington is one of the top quarterback prospects Penn State is courting this cycle so getting him on campus early is a win. Fitz and Snyder update fans on the competition for Penn State's open quarterback spot between Washington and borderline five-star passer Matt Zollers. Snyder explains how the timeline for the two quarterbacks ultimately affect the decision if there is one for Penn State.

The tight end board is an equally promising section of Penn State's recruiting efforts in 2023. Four-start tight end Andrew Olesh visits the program Thursday, but the team has several other top prospects interested in the program. Can the Lions land another elite tight end? We discuss the potential for the team to add to its stacked roster.

Penn State cornerback board and recruiting visitors

Fitz broke down Penn State's cornerback board last week in an in-depth article focusing on the major players at the position. On today's show he talks about the players that stand out at the position, including McDonogh's Brandon Finney and UK transplant Onis Konanbanny. Beyond the individual names, what's the overall feeling of Penn State's position? He discusses that on the show. We also highlight current commit Xxavier Thomas and how he fits into the positional outlook.

Finally, Fitz and Snyder discuss the interesting and important names visiting the program during the first week of spring practice. Does Penn State have a chance with Ohio running back Bo Jackson? Top 15 player Kaliq Lockett visits on Thursday and is a national talent at receiver. Our experts discuss Penn State's position with these top prospects and more.

Penn State starting off hot in spring recruiting | Who is visiting this weekend?

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BWI Live: Penn State Spring Football started this week. Here's what you need to know

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:17:51 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team took to the field on Tuesday for the first practice of the spring season. Also, head coach James Franklin spoke with the media earlier in the day to review the work his team did during the winter period and preview the upcoming spring training camp.

Blue White Illustrated was on hand for all of it yesterday and sits down to talk about it on today's show. Join the BWI Live show at 10 a.m. and veteran reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer discuss their thoughts on what Franklin said, and what they saw at practice.

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Penn State practice observations

On Tuesday evening, Penn State opened the first of 15 practices over the next six weeks. It was a beautiful late winter day, and the team could get work outside, which is rare for this time of year. Aside from the weather, we're discussing what our experts saw from the offensive and defensive practice fields on today's show. Who stood out to Bauer and Fitz? You can check out the offensive and defensive practice notes from last night, which they discuss on the show.

We work backward in the day after highlighting practice notes to Franklin's press conference. Franklin discussed several positions at length and was forthcoming with positional breakdowns and select injury news. What do Bauer and Fitz make of those comments? We'll discuss that on today's show. We've already covered some of the highlights from yesterday in our press conference reaction video, which you can find here.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we turn the show over to you! Want to star in the final segment of our hour-long football conversation? Join the show in the live chat and drop a question in for the BWI Mailbag. We'll take the best questions and answer them in this segment.

However, the best way to get your question on the air is to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and access the message board for the Mailbag Submission Thread. We take the best questions from site members and feature those to end the show. This week, we're discussing the kicking game, the defensive tackle rotation, and more.

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BWI Live: Penn State spring preview- Andy Kotelnicki's offense will have a "different vibe"

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The Penn State football team opens up spring practice this week with the first of 15 practices on Tuesday evening. To preview the spring period, we’re discussing what fans should expect from both sides of the ball on today’s BWI Live Show. We’ll go over several players who should benefit from offensive coordiantor Andy Kotelnicki’s scheme and how the offense will feel different this upcoming season. We’ll finish the show by discussing the camp battles that will determine the personality of the Penn State defense.

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Penn State offensive vibe shift under Andy Kotelnicki

We start today’s show by discussing the Penn State offense. We’ve discussed several of the different ways that Kotelnicki will bring a new dynamic to the Lion’s offense this upcoming season, but today, we’re highlighting the players who stand to benefit the most from his system. If you missed it, we’re discussing the article from earlier this week that outlined three positions or players that will see additional support. We highlight one particular position on the show.

The bottom line is that Kotelnicki was excellent at manufacturing explosive plays from slot targets. When Kansas’ quarterbacks targeted players who lined up in the slot, the team averaged an explosive play on 24% of those snaps. Even from a non-rate perspective, Kansas produced 26 explosive passing plays compared to Penn State’s 15. They did that on 16 fewer passing attempts just to drive the point home.

Check out the full article here. But beyond the players that the system helps, we discuss the style of offense that Kotelnicki has developed. We describe the “vibes” of the offense and what we expect for this upcoming season.

Penn State defensive battle

Lastly, we cover the team’s defensive shift under new Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen. Today’s show details the spring camp battles determining the defense’s personality. The position battles in camp aren’t just about which players win battles locally but how that player stacks up to other positions on the roster. We preview the larger battle for the final starting spot and which players will represent their position for the right to play in the base defense.

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Wrestling Show: Big Ten Tournament preview, Penn State chances of postseason crown

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 8 Mar 2024 13:28:00 +0000

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Welcome to Big Ten tournament weekend, Penn State wrestling fans. The No. 1 Nittany Lions look to win another conference crown this weekend in College Park, Md. It would mark their second consecutive one after ending a drought that dated back to 2019 in 2023. Head coach Cael Sanderson’s side has multiple top seeds and 10 entrants set to compete at the event.

“I think everyone’s looking good,” Sanderson said back on Monday. “You know, we just have a couple more days of hard training, and then it’s just getting ready to compete and just go do what we do.

“I don’t think anybody’s peaked yet. I think everybody has their eyes set on the bigger events at the end. But yeah, there’s some different things, everyone’s different. Obviously, different levels of experience. And then weight management is different. So that obviously factors into the training of each individual. I think our our guys are excited and at peace and ready to roll.”

It goes without saying that all on hand are aiming to qualify for nationals. But, while that is the focus, there’s no question that the top topic of conversation throughout the tournament will be the health and ongoing status of Penn State 174-pound three-time NCAA champion Carter Starocci. He was hurt at the end of his about against Edinboro two Sundays ago. But, Sanderson seemed optimistic when meeting with reporters earlier this week.

“We trust our trainer, Dan Monthley, and our doctors and as we’ve said, Carter’s a competitor and he’ll be good to go,” Sanderson said. “I think he’s doing good.

“The first day was tough for him because we didn’t really know where he was and he was in a lot of pain. Usually, that’s a good thing. If you know knees and injuries and stuff, if there’s no pain that’s usually more of a concern because that means something’s no longer there. He’s doing good.”

A new episode of the Blue-White Illustrated wrestling podcast starts with the latest on Starocci. From there, host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel offer a weight-by-weight breakdown of the tournament in addition to making predictions for how each Nittany Lion will fare.

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Blue-White Illustrated will have complete coverage of the Penn State wrestling postseason push. The team will try to qualify all 10 starters for nationals at Big Tens. Then, it will take its contingent to Kansas City, Mo., for nationals March 21-23. Bracket information will be announced by the NCAA for that tournament on Wed., March 13.

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BWI Live: Five Burning Questions for Penn State Spring Football

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 6 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0000

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Penn State football opens up spring practice next week, and today, on the BWI Live Show, we’re discussing five burning questions we have for spring ball. Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we go through the top things that Penn State football needs to find out about itself during the 15 practices in March and April. If you can’t make it to the live show, catch us on replay on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, or in the video player embedded in this article.

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How quickly will Abdul Carter take to defensive end?

We start the show discussing Penn State star defender Abdul Carter’s move to defensive end. The discussion centers around how quickly Carter can take to the position, not the chances of success. We discuss what factors will play into that transition on the show. Here’s an excerpt from the article outlining our five questions.

How will he take to defensive line coach Deion Barnes’ teaching as a pass rusher? Carter has the physical skills and instincts to be an elite pass rusher. But learning the nuances of the position still takes time. That training has likely already started.

Penn State defense under Tom Allen and the wide receiver room

Some of the other questions we discussed on the show deal with the new Penn State defensive scheme under new coordinator Tom Allen. We’ve discussed his tendencies and preferences at Indiana this offseason, but today, we reverse the question. How will Allen adapt to the talent at Penn State? Will he change aspects of his scheme, personnel deployment or alignments with more talented and well-rounded players?

Finally, we discuss the top question for the spring. What will the Penn State receiver room do over the next two months? While we center the conversation around the top receiver and if the team can find a leader, the conversation goes deeper than that. What are the combinations of players that make sense? Who will fight for a spot in the two-deep, and will any of the team's young receivers step up to challenge the veterans? Join the show to hear what we think heading into the start of camp.

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BWI Interviews: Penn State quarterback Drew Allar discusses new offense, his areas of improvement for 2024

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Penn State starting quarterback Drew Allar sat down with the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel this week to discuss several topics, including the team's offseason work under new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, his personal progress this offseason and what he thinks the team will be like this year, based on the offensive installation they've done so far.

Check out his full conversation here or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Spring football is just around the corner, and you don't want to miss practice highlights, coach interviews, and more!

Allar discusses how the Penn State offense will feel different this year

One of the major themes that both Allar and his fellow quarterbacks have expressed this offseason is that the offense will feel very different than last season. Former offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich used motion during his time at Penn State, but not the way Kotelnicki does. That's been the emphasis so far.

"I think there's gonna be a lot more things that we do on the front end for us that are going to, you know, make the defense communicate, and it's gotta be more beneficial for us. Like helping guys get open from a schematic standpoint and getting them better, favorable matchups in a sense, and just making the defense beyond on their toes and always making them communicate," Allar said.

"So I'm really looking forward to getting into spring ball and, you know, going against Coach Allen and their defensive system."

What it takes to be great

If there's one thing that sticks out about Allar's play from last season is that he wasn't a game-changing quarterback. From a broad view of production, Allar was good last year but didn't elevate his teammates beyond the issues that plagued the offense. We discussed what it takes for a quarterback to be great and if the Penn State starter thinks he's there yet.

"I think what makes a quarterback and Lee is you know, his work habits and his preparation, away from the facility. You know, doing the right things away from the facility, being on time to meetings, always being prepared, and really being like a coach out there on the field," Allar said when defining what makes a quarterback elite in his mind.

"And then, I think honestly, it's playing within the system, and then when things break down, just doing the best you can to take care of the ball and make those make those plays happen."

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BWI Live: Drew Allar interview reaction, Mailbag

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are on spring break, but we got to hear from starting quarterback Drew Allar on Monday. He sat down with Blue White Illustrated before the break, which you can watch by clicking here.

On today’s BWI Live Show, we discuss Allar’s comments. Senior Editor Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss what Allar meant when discussing the offense, his development, and what went wrong last season.

Penn State is working hard now to make things easy later

On today’s show, we dig into what Allar meant by putting the defense in conflict and what the new offense can do to create doubt in the defense’s mind.

“I think there’s gonna be a lot more things that we do on the front end for us that are going to, you know, make the defense communicate, and it’s gotta be more beneficial for us. Like helping guys get open from a schematic standpoint and getting them better, favorable matchups in a sense, and just making the defense beyond on their toes and always making them communicate,” Allar said.

Bauer wanted to know more about what new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki brings to Penn State that will put the defense on its heels the way Allar describes. We put context to that conversation.

BWI Mailbag

We also hear from you, the fans on today’s show. It’s the weekly BWI Mailbag show featuring questions from the Live Chat and the Blue White Illustrated Message board. Here is a sampling of today’s questions.

How do you think recent rule changes (helmet communication and two-minute warnings) will affect PSU football and CJF?

What are the chances that they can do the West side demo and construction in time that no season ticket holders on the West side end up having to miss some games?

With it being said that King Mack is looking like he’s staying at safety, who do you guys think will be competing for the nickel role?

We discuss those questions, plus more, to end the show. If you want to get a question on a future episode, the best way to do so is to join Blue White Illustrated. We put out a weekly call for mailbag questions on the Lions Den Message Forum where you can submit your buringing Penn State sports questions. The best are read and answered on the show.

Programming Note: There won’t be a Thursday BWI Live Recruiting Show this week. Next week, head coach James Franklin will open up spring practice, and due to his press conference, our Tuesday show is moving to Monday.

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Recruiting Show: A big year for Pennsylvania in recruiting? | Penn State validated in On300 Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:14:50 +0000

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The Penn State Football recruiting class of 2025 got a major boost this week the release of the updated On300 rankings. The team jumped to 11th in the national rankings after several committed players took a big step forward in the rankings. We'll discuss that, and which targets will visits Happy Valley in the next four months during the spring and summer periods.

Recruiting insider Ryan Snyder sits down to talk for an hour on the BWI Live Recruiting Show today starting at 10 a.m. on YouTube. This week's major discussion topic is Pennsylvania quarterback Matt Zollers' meteoric rise in the recruiting rankings. We discuss that news, plus Zollers' timeline for commitment.

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Zollers makes big announcement, Penn State official visits lining up

It wasn't just the players in Penn State's current committed class that got a big bump in the latest update from the On3 national scouting team. The team's top targets in the region also made significant gains in the rankings. The most notable was four-star quarterback Matt Zollers, who climbed all the way to 17th overall. Snyder will discuss his conversation with Charles Power, head of On3 scouting.

Here's a clip from that conversation.

“I think when you look at the quarterback class, Matt Zollers is a really impressive prospect in a vacuum, but when you look at the quarterback position as a group, which is really how we start our process, ranking within each position group first, I think he stacks up really well within the quarterback group nationally,” said On3 Scouting Director Charles Power.

Check out the rest of the interview here.

But the good news kept flowing for Penn State. The team has one of four official visits set for top 100 linebacker Ty Jackson this summer. The Florida native has Penn State on a short list of top schools and is a top target for the team. We'll discuss how the Lions stack up to the competition in his list of schools. The conversation continues with other official and spring visits Snyder thinks are important.

On300 Udpate -A strong year in PA?

It wasn't just Zollers that skyrocketed up the recruiting boards. Several in-state prospects that are at the top of Penn State's checklist also make gains in the latest On3 update. We'll discuss where committed linebacker Alex Tatsch, lineman Michael Carroll, and tight end Andrew Olesh all fell in the recent update.

Finally, we'll be taking your thoughts and questions on the show! Join us live at 10 a.m. on YouTube Tuesday through Friday to discuss Penn State football, recruiting and wrestling with the leader in Penn State sports!

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BWI Live: Penn State NFL Combine Preview

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The on-field testing for the 2024 NFL Combine starts on Thursday afternoon. Ten Penn State Nittany Lions will run, jump, catch and participate in on-field drills in front of 32 team scouts this weekend. We’re previewing the event by giving one drill that will be important for each Penn State player on today’s BWI Live Show.

Join us at 10 a.m. as we discuss each player’s scouting profile, and break down the potential of recent Penn State Class of 2025 commit Lyrick Samuel. Finally, we’ll discuss how the Penn State safety position is a perfect fit with new defensive coordinator Tom Alen.

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One drill for each Penn State football player at the NFL Combine

It’s been a few years since Penn State has had a standout performance at the NFL Combine. The Nittany Lions have developed a reputation for consistently sending impressive athletes to the Combine under head coach James Franklin. We discuss what goes into that reputation and then preview which players might show out this week. Here’s an excerpt from the defensive breakdown earlier this week.

Adisa Isaac – broad jump

There is no great test for functional strength at the Combine. Doing a max squat would be dangerous, and that doesn’t even gauge explosive power as much as raw strength, which are two different things. But for an undersized defensive end like Adisa Isaac, the broad jump is a fine proxy. The broad jump measures explosive lower body power for the athlete. Isaac showed great power through contact last year and at the Senior Bowl, but putting a number to that will be informative.

Expect him to stand out at the Combine in the rest of his testing drills.

Offensive Players

Projected top-ten pick Olu Fashanu doesn’t have to do any drill he doesn’t want to at the Combine because his stock is already high enough to be selective. But that doesn’t mean we’re not curious to learn certain things about his skills if he does participate.

But the most interesting offensive athlete at the Combine is tight end Theo Johnson. The big-bodied pass-catcher needs to show he’s a dynamic athlete to make up for his inconsistent blocking. Here’s one area we focus on during the show.

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BWI Live: Power Ranking the Penn State offensive positions before Spring Football

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Spring football is just around the corner and today on the BWI Live YouTube Show, we're previewing the action! Join us today at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we power rank the Penn State offensive positions ahead of spring ball. Which positions are set up for success this year? And which ones will need to work to improve before the start of the season? We're going through that this week, plus previewing the NFL Combine and taking your questions in the BWI Mailbag.

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Penn State max testing week

Later this week we'll step inside the Lasch Building weight room to see Penn State football put on a different kind of show. The team has max testing week this week and squats are the main attraction during the week-long test. However, the team is testing other lifts, including power cleans. Sophomore linebacker Tony Rojas released a video on Tuesday of his personal record on the lift of 350 pounds, which you can check out here.

We'll discuss the progress of the second-year Penn State linebacker. It's also NFL Combine week where the former Nittany Lions will be putting on their own athletic show for scouts and GMs in Indianpolis. We'll preview that event and discuss Blue White Illustrated's coverage of the process. If you want a primer for the Combine, check out our previews.

Spring Football Preview

Max testing week means that spring football is just around the corner. The team will break winter conditioning and then go on Spring Break with the rest of Penn State next week. After that, football is officially back!

We're getting ready for another round of Penn State football by power ranking the team's offensive positions ahead of camp. Which unit has the most promise? And which ones can gain the most ground? We're dissecting the offense under new coordinator Andy Kotelnicki this week. Check out next week's Tuesday show for a breakdown of the defensive unit.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we're ending the show with you as the star! The BWI Mailbag is back and we're taking questions from the live chat, plus the message board. Not a member of Blue White Illustrated? Sign up now to get access to the Lions Den and submit a question on the weekly mailbag chat thread.

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BWI Live: Former Penn State O-Lineman Landon Tengwall discusses winter workouts, Olu Fashanu

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We have a special edition of the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Show today. Former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall joins the program to sit down with host Thomas Frank Carr and discuss what it's like to be a Nittany Lion during winter workouts. He's also here to talk O-line and preview the spring football competition across the starting five. Finally, he'll give his thoughts on the three players Penn State is sending to the NFL Combine this week.

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Tengwall describes Penn State Winter Workouts

Penn State is ending the toughest part of the college football calendar this week. In February, the team goes through organized Winter Workouts that test each player's mental and physical capabilities. We discuss what that process is like from someone who has gone through it. Few people get the insight into what it's like to be a Nittany Lion at this time of year, and Tengwall tells listeners what the team is building instead of just muscle.

Next, we discuss spring football and the offensive line. The team has three open positions at left tackle, center, and right guard heading into the year, so Tengwall previews each position and the players competing for a starting job.

We discuss how hard it is for Anthony Donkoh to go from left guard to right tackle in a month, coming from a player who shifted between positions his freshman year, too.

He'll give his thoughts on the center competition and what Nick Dawkins means to the team and the O-line room. We touch on left tackle, Drew Shelton's maturation into an expected starter, and the understanding that Penn State fans need to have with Shelton as he replaces an All-American.

NFL Combine Preview

Finally, we discuss what makes Olu Fashanu such a great player. Tengwall played next to the future top NFL pick for two-plus seasons and had a front-row view of the talent fans, and media are discovering in-depth during the draft process.

But Fashanu isn't the only lineman going to the NFL Combine this week. Both right tackle Caedan Wallace and center Hunter Nourzad will show the NFL their skills. Tengwall discusses his expectations for Wallace to wow scouts with his athletic prowess.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Football Recruiting Spring Preview

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We're just weeks away from spring football practice, so Penn State recruiting is winding back up after a month off. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're previewing spring recruiting. Recruiting insiders Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder sit down to discuss the important names that will impact the team's recruiting efforts starting in March.

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Penn State recruiting heading into spring football

The Penn State football recruiting class of 2025 is currently third in the Big Ten and 13th nationally. They also have the second-most recruits behind Notre Dame, with 12 players committed.

So, with a sound base heading into the spring, is Penn State poised to strike at high-level talent? Fitz and Snyder will give their thoughts about the class and where things can go from here. Snyder also gives his thoughts on the most recent commit, four-star wideout Lyric Samuel.

Spring recruiting preview

The names and dates for the upcoming spring football recruiting season, where hundreds of prospects will filter through campus, is filling up. On today's show we'll detail which notable players are coming to campus. Some of the names that fans will want to watch are the names they arleady know. Can Penn State seal the deal with quarterback Matt Zollers? How long will Michael Carroll take to make a decision on his college choice?

The team has severl high-profile national recuits coming to campus this spring. FInd out more about Kansas tight end Linkon Cure, southern cornerback Onis Konanbonny and 2026 defensive end Kevin Ford.

The team also has several regional prospects confirming visits this week. Find out more about Jeff Exinor and Brandon Finney of McDonogh high school.

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BWI Live: How Will Penn State Replace Abdul Carter At Linebacker?

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The Penn State defense is undergoing some changes for the upcoming season and we’re previewing what that might look like during spring football. The BWI Live show looks at how the Nittany Lions may replace Abdul Carter at defensive end and what Tony Rojas playing Sam linebacker means for the spring.

We’re also discussing the shift in how the team will play on the back end with new defensive coordinator Tom Allen taking over the squad. What will he prioritize from a defensive perspective in order to generate turnovers? And how does that affect the safety position? It’s all defense all day on the BWI Live show! Join us at 10 a.m. Tuesday through Friday to get the latest on Penn State football, recruiting and wrestling.

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Penn State is moving Abdul Carter to edge

Penn State made the decision this offseason to move its most famous defender to a different position. We’ve discussed the pros and cons of Carter’s move to the defensive end here on the site; now we add some context to that conversation on the show.

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But, the inherent advantage of having Carter at linebacker was sneaking an extra edge defender on the field. The Penn State defense had a Bizzaro lineup in 2023, thanks to Carter and Kobe King’s size in the box. Both players checked in at 250 pounds, meaning that it was like having a bonus defensive lineman when either run-blitzed an interior gap. This doesn’t mean that young linebackers like Tony Rojas, Kaveion Keys, or Keon Wylie can’t play the run skillfully, but it does change the nature of the team’s front seven. Also, while Carter’s off-ball instincts weren’t exceptional last season, he became more proficient as the season wore on. His first quarter against Ole Miss hinted at a Micah Parsons-level bowl breakout before an injury ended his day early.

Next, we dive further into the ramifications of moving Carter on the linebacker position. Will Penn State play three linebackers in 2024? Or will Allen shift the defense to a two-linebacker look? There’s plenty of ways this can go, which we discuss on the show.

Penn State defensive shift in coverages

Lastly, we detail some of the potential changes that Allen could make in the defensive structure. We discuss the difference between a man coverage-focused defense and the potential results of a zone coverage defense.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State Wrestling prepares for Senior Day

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The Penn State Nittany Lions wrestling team is once again the Big Ten Regular season champions. On today's Penn State Wrestling show, we discuss the team's irregular season fraught with injury and sickness, plus the team's win over Nebraska to secure the title.

Wrestling reproter Greg Pickel also reviews the injury update that head coach Cael Sanderson gave this week before senior day against Edinboro. We'll also preview the final dual meet of the season and what to expect from the team in the postseason.

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Hoops Show: Penn State basketball moves on without Kanye Clary

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 17:17:11 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions basketball team dismissed guard Kanye Clary this week. Senior Editor and basketball insider Nate Bauer discusses the situation and tries to view things from both sides of the relationship as it ends prematurely.

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BWI Live: Does James Franklin still have something to prove at Penn State?

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are deep into winter conditioning, getting ready for the 2024 spring football season. On today's BWI Live Show, we discuss the team's most recent media availability, the stakes for the 2024 college football season, and your questions on the BWI Mailbag! Join the show live at 10 a.m. Tuesday through Friday or catch the replay of today's show embedded in this article.

If you haven't subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you get updates and notifications on breaking news, live shows and featured content. The Penn State Wrestling team is once again Big Ten regular season champions. We'll recap the win over Nebraska and the preview of senior day on Friday's Penn State wrestling show at 10 a.m.

As always, we'll have our Penn State Recruiting Show on Thursday at 10 a.m. Learn more about the 12-person class of 2025 with Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder.

Does Penn State head coach James Franklin have something to prove?

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Despite ten years of winning seasons, Penn State fans are restless for a postseason bid. The mounting pressure to win on a bigger stage put Franklin on ESPN's list of coaches with the most to prove this upcoming season. Is that a fair assessment of Franklin's time in Happy Valley? Also, how does the new-look Big Ten change the perception and realistic expectations for the program?

We'll discuss that idea with veteran reporters Nate Bauer and Fitz, who have their finger on the pulse of the program. What do you think? Join the live chat and give your thoughts, or leave a reply in the YouTube comments section!

Penn State also held an open media session with select athletes after the program's THON event on Saturday. What did Fitz learn from starting safety KJ Winston? We'll hear from him on his conversation with the rising star.

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Today, we'll discuss Penn State's recruiting efforts for quarterback with Matt Zollers and Malik Washington. We'll also discuss the team's prospects at the 2024 NFL Combine and who might shine during the testing phase of the week-long event.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State a leader in recruiting? | New RPM Pick for Penn State

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The recruiting world is quiet after a furious January where hundreds of prospects visited campuses nationwide for Junior Days. However, the news never stops in recruiting and even during a "dead period" there's always something moving behind the scenes. On today's BWI Live Show, we discuss several top recruits trimming their lists and, including Penn State, the return of a top recruiting assistant, and more.

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Penn State recruiting news

Before diving into the news from the past week, BWI publisher Sean Fitz discusses Penn State winter media day. The Nittany Lions opened up the Beaver Stadium media room on Tuesday for reporters to chat with the second-year players in the program. Fitz shares the interesting nuggets and thoughts he found talking to the Class of 2023.

However, fans are most interested in Fitz's most recent prediction in Penn State recruiting. The team may get its first receiver commit in the Class of 2025 with New York's Lyrick Samuel. Fitz picked Samuel to land with the program and discusses why he made that decision. Check out the show to see highlights from the Bronx native.

Nittany Lions in the running for several top prospects

So far, Penn State has built a solid recruiting class, mostly from regional prospects. But the team is still pushing to land top talent in the class. One of those names is edge rusher Darren Ikinnagbon. The four-star edge rusher out of New Jersey named the Lions among his top eight programs. What are the chances that defensive line coach Deion Barnes can land the 6-5 rusher? We'll discuss his recruitment and that of Georiga linebacker Mantrez Walker.

Finally, we'll dive into the buisness of recruiting and how Penn State has changed under new athletic director Pat Kraft. Frank Bodani of the York Daily Record recently reported that Penn State's recruiting and overall budgets have skyrocketed since Kraft took over.

That news coincides with the return of recruiting staffer Khalil Ahmad. Ahmad took a job with Syracuse this offseason, only to return this week. Fitz will explain Ahmad's importance to the program and how Penn State can use his regional ties to land several of the players we're discussing on today's show.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State Wrestling Dominates Iowa, Rutgers | Nebraska Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions Wrestling team dominated Iowa and Rutgers this past weekend. Now, they face Nebraska in the final dual of the Big Ten regular season.

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BWI Live: Where can Penn State's linebackers and defensive tackles improve next season?

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The Penn State football team is working hard in winter conditioning to improve its collective abilities for the upcoming 2024 season. This offseason, we’re examining one area that each unit can improve and one strength each position group brings back for the Fall. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’re discussing that series and looking at where the linebackers and defensive tackles can take a step next season.

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Penn State linebackers are working on tackling

There was one standout reason why Penn State linebacker Abdul Carter seemed to have a down year, despite some notable progress as a player in 2023. We dove into the number of missed tackles he had earlier this month.

According to PFF, Carter whiffed on 28.1% of his tackles last season. That’s an alarmingly high number, which ranks fourth-most among Power Four linebackers with at least 250 defensive snaps. In fairness ot Carter, this number took a hit after he tried to play through an injury in the Peach Bowl and missed three tackles while hobbled.

However, Carter is just the group’s headliner. On today’s show, we discuss which players at his position can improve their tackling and how the Penn State linebacker unit can take the step into superstardom after a great end to the 2023 regular season.

Defensive tackles pushing the pocket

The Penn State defensive tackles came into last season as the team’s biggest question mark. Fans and media openly questioned their ability to stop the run. Yet it quickly became clear that the group was ready to play and became a team strength against the run in 2023. But there’s a new level of productivity this group can reach in new Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen’s defense. Here’s the start of that conversation.

Hakeem Beamon (14) and Zane Durant (13) tied for 20th and 22nd, respectively, to lead the team’s defensive tackle position in total pressure. Coziah Izzard was right behind them with 12 pressures. Also, according to PFF, Izzard finished the season with four sacks, while Durant had three.

Allen’s new system will likely emphasize defensive tackles getting to the passer by virtue of one key situation the group was largely excluded from last season. Check out today’s show for the full conversation on the team’s interior pass rush.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Football Class of 2025 recap | January review

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 18:26:39 +0000

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We've entered the February dead period for college football recruiting, which is the one time of the year when things are truly quiet for teams. But that doesn't mean there aren't things to discuss. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we're recapping the flurry of news and activity from the previous month.

Want to see the show live? Join us every Tuesday through Friday at 10 a.m. on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Ask questions of our experts and hear their thoughts on Penn State football, recruiting, basketball, and wrestling.

We're also recapping the latest recruiting news on today's show, including two commitments and the top four for a critical prospect.

Penn State makes top four for Matt Zollers

Four-star quarterback prospect Matt Zollers trimmed his list of schools to four this week, including the Nittany Lions in that group. BWI recruiting experts Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the list and how important Zollers is to the team's recruiting efforts.

Zollers is just one part of the recruiting news heating up the first week of the dead period. The team earned a commitment from two defenders this week. We've discussed both linebacker Alex Tatsch and defensive athlete Dayshaun Burnett in their commitment breakdowns, but we'll review the week's developments on today's show.

Junior Day #3 recap

Speaking of the dead period, Penn State hosted several important prospects during the team's final Junior Day in the last half week of January. What has the response been to the event? Snyder caught up with several prospects to gauge their impression of the Nittany Lions. He'll share several of his conversations on today's show.

From there, we'll review the action from the last month. Which positions are clearer after Junior Days? Which are still emerging? We'll recap the prospects and boards for several of the team's positions.

Class of 2025 Recap

The team has ten commitments for the current cycle, heading into spring football. How does that stack up to previous seasons? And how does this group compare to the previous groups? We're breaking down the Penn State recruiting class to end the show. Several factors include a strong, early regional tie to one part of the team's recruiting footprint.

Also, is Penn State being safe with it's recruiting strategy this season? We'll ask the experts who have their finger on the pulse of Nittany Lions football recruiting to find out. Join the show to hear what they say. As always, you can watch the replay on the BWI YouTube Channel, or embedded in this article.

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BWI Live: How does Penn State match up with new Ohio State and Michigan coordinators?

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Penn State football is gearing up for another spring football season with winter conditioning. But outside the walls of Lasch, the Big Ten is changing around them. Two major names joined Ohio State and Michigan recently, and today, on the BWI Live Show, we're talking about those additions. Chip Kelly left UCLA late into the offseason to be the offensive coordinator at Ohio State, while NFL defensive coordinator Wink Martindale left the pros to join Michigan.

How will those changes late in the cycle affect Penn State? We're discussing that, plus former Penn State players Ji'ayire "Tig Brown" and Donovan Smith's play in the Super Bowl. Stay tuned for the end, where we take questions from the BWI Mailbag! If you haven't yet, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube so you don't miss any live shows or breaking news videos. But as always, you can find the replay here embedded in the article.

Penn State offensive tackle succession discussion

Former Penn State left tackle Donovan Smith won his second Super Bowl on Sunday with the Kansas City Chiefs. He's had a long career as a starting left tackle in the NFL, but not every Nittany Lions fan celebrates him like they do other successful players from the program. We discuss the lineage of left tackles under head coach James Franklin and how his time in Happy Valley colors the way fans feel about him.

That conversation then spins to include Rasheed Walker, who had a similar story arc at Penn State before leaving for the NFL. Both players were ultra-talented but never fully realized their potential before leaving for the pros. Now, Walker is the presumed starting left tackle for the Green Bay Packers.

Does Penn State have the depth and talent to push its top players at the position to be their best selves? We discuss that history and how Olu Fashanu, Drew Shelton, Nolan Rucci and Anthony Donkoh fit into the picture.

Ohio State and Michigan disruption - Does it change anything?

Penn State's place in the Big Ten rankings may be in upheaval this coming year. Where will the team fall in the rankings with the influx of former Pac-12 schools? But it's not just Franklin and the Nittany Lions that experienced attrition this offseason. Ohio State just named a new offensive coordinator, in former UCLA head coach Chip Kelly. Michigan has lost talent on and off the field after Jim Harbaugh took some of the staff to the LA Chargers. So, does any of that change Penn State's chances of finishing at the top of the conference? We discuss that and the team's chances of making the 12-team playoff if they finish fourth.

BWI Mailbag

As always, the last segment on our show is for you. Check out the message board each week for the Mailbag submission thread, or join live and ask your question in the chat. This week, we're discussing Alex Birchmere's development and the origins of Penn State's receiver issues.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State prepares for Iowa, BJC Dual Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 8 Feb 2024 12:24:14 +0000

A top-five college wrestling match is on deck Friday night in the Big Ten. The No. 1 Penn State Nittany Lions invade Carver-Hawkeye Arena for a showdown with No. 3 Iowa at 9 p.m. ET. Big Ten Network will televise the dual, which will feature multiple top-10 matchups. A sellout crowd is expected.

On today's BWI Wrestling Show, reporter Gerg Pickel breaks down the upcoming dual meet between the two wrestling powers. We also discuss the upcoming BJC Dual meet on Monday between Penn State and Rutgers.

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Penn State Basketball Show: Nittany Lions trying to keep win streak going but realistic about team identity

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 7 Feb 2024 17:05:00 +0000

The Penn State Basketball Team has won two in a row in Big Ten Play heading into a home tilt against Iowa. Find out what is going on with the team and how they're balancing growth with expectations about the team's personality this season. Senior Editor Nate Bauer also discusses the news and notes with the basketball team from the recent days.

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BWI Live: Where Penn State QB Drew Allar shined in 2023 and why it matters

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 7 Feb 2024 15:25:07 +0000

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As always, when a quarterback doesn’t have immediate and resounding success, fan bases tend to fracture around the topic. Penn State quarterback Drew Allar was good last season but didn’t play his best in big games, nor did he play with a consistently improving arc throughout the season. Yet, there was good in his play when you sift through his performance, and that’s what we’re talking about today on the BWI Live Show. Where did Allar shine in 2023, and what does that say about his ability to play better this upcoming season?

We’re discussing that, plus talking about more quarterbacks to end the show. Penn State made the top four for four-star 2025 passer Matt Zollers. Penn State must contend with national powerhouse Georiga for his services, but what exactly does Zollers do? We’re discussing his highlight tape to see why this latest Nittany Lion prospect is such a rising star.

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Allar one of the best at a hard skill

On today’s show, we discuss a strong point in Allar’s play that isn’t obvious to fans during a game. We break down how well Allar played when getting to his second read on a play. We’ll explain what that means and why it’s an important factor in predicting his success as he grows in the position. Here’s part of that answer from the article detailing Allar’s strengths.

Every play, regardless of concept, scheme, or coaching philosophy, has a starting point. There’s a route or route combination that the quarterback should look to first. But what happens when that part of the play won’t work? Most passing plays have more than one concept baked into them, and the quarterback can either go to that or make a play with his feet.

Today, we’ll focus on Alllar’s ability to play within the scheme when his first read isn’t there. This is a facet of his game that we highlighted repeatedly during our film review of the offense in 2023 and is a primary reason why I believe Allar can still be a transcendent quarterback despite the lack of immediate returns to that end.

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https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/offseason-optimism-where-penn-state-quarterback-drew-allar-shined-in-2023/

Penn State working hard to land two quarterbacks in 2025

Lastly, we’ll discuss the type of player Penn State is pursuing with Zollers in the Class of 2025. What sort of skill does the 6-3 quarterback possess? And what style of Penn State quarterback does he most closely relate to? We’ll break it all down in the show's final segment.

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BWI Live: The end of the NCAA? | Who steps up next to Dani Dennis-Sutton at defensive end for Penn State?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 6 Feb 2024 17:15:02 +0000

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Last Friday, the college football landscape felt the first tremors of the next big shift in how the sport will be run in the future. The SEC and the Big Ten announced they were creating a special advisory committee to help oversee the future of the sport. Many viewed this as the beginning of the end for the NCAA. Penn State football finds itself on the ship headed toward the future.

But what does that future look like? On today's BWI Live Show, we discuss how a new power structure will emerge and what factors matter on the way to it. Senior Editor Nate Bauer joins the show to lend his experienced eye to the situation.

We'll also discuss the team's defensive end situation outside of Dani Dennis-Sutton. Who will step up and play in that secondary pass-rushing role? Find out that, plus hear the BWI Mailbag that ends the show!

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The future of College football

We spend the first third of today's show discussing how college football has been masquerading as something different than the NFL, its professional counterpart. Bauer lists why he thinks the changes that will take place in the sport over the next several years will finally unmask the sport for what it has been for years.

Where does Penn State fit into this? Will the Big Ten change its model of team acquisition and start shedding less viable programs? According to Bauer, it's all on the table.

Penn State defensive end room

Another significant change for Penn State this upcoming year is at defensive end. While Dani Dennis-Sutton will likely step into the starring role after two seasons building to this moment, the other position remains unclaimed. Defensive ends Amin Vanover and Zuriah Fisher are the veterans who have the inside track to the spot, but who else factors in? Will Abdul Carter see a meaningful change in his usage? Or Will sophomore Jameial Lyons fall in Dennis-Suttons' footsteps. We discuss those ideas and the other variables that will present themselves in spring football.

BWI Mailbag

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BWI Wrestling Show: Penn State vs. Ohio State preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 1 Feb 2024 17:07:47 +0000

The undefeated and top-ranked Penn State Wrestling team takes on the seventh-ranked Ohio State wrestling team. Reporter Greg Pickel recaps the team's win over Maryland last weekend and gives his thoughts on the team's decisions at 149, plus preview the top matchups from the upcoming dual.

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BWI Live: Penn State Junior Day #3 Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 1 Feb 2024 16:40:47 +0000

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Today on the Penn State Recruiting Show, we’re discussing the final stages of the 2024 recruiting cycle before focusing on the next phase in 2025. We’re recapping the latest On3 rankings update before National Signing Day and then previewing the next and final Junior Day before the February dead period begins later this month.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday on YouTube, or catch the replay embedded in this article. We’re bringing you the best recruiting content this offseason.

Penn State gets a five star player in final rankings

For the second time in three seasons, one of Penn State’s offensive line commits has earned a fifth star in the final recruiting rankings. Erie native Cooper Cousins skyrocketed up the rankings this fall after a dominant performance during the All-Star season. Recruiting Insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will discuss where Penn State’s top targets landed in the On300. Here’s what On3 national scout Cody Bellaire said about Cousins.

“Cooper Cousins’ tape is filled with pancakes and tossing defenders out of the club,” On3 National Scout Cody Bellaire wrote following his All-American week. “With that said, we knew he would be physical and feisty, but we didn’t know just how violent he would truly be when facing some of the top competition in the country. Throughout the week, Cousins was powerful at the point of attack. He finished blocks in the run game and was battling through the whistle during one-on-one’s. His movement skills were on full display during 9-on-7 and team periods.

We also discuss Jon Mitchell’s ascent back to the top 100 in the final On3 Rankings and where the rest of Penn State’s nine prospects landed on that list.

Penn State Junior Day Preview

Penn State hosts its final Junior Day before the dead period closes down recruiting for the month of February. We’ll discuss which regional prospects coming to Camppus this weekend are most important or interesting.

The player that stands out most is quarterback Matt Zollers. Snyder explains that while most junior day visits aren’t as critical, the quarterback differs. He also delves into why Zollers, in particular, is a critical visit this weekend.

We’ll also discuss regional receiver Jeff Exinor out of McDonogh and his fit with the program. Snyder gives a stat about receiver recruiting that is eye-opening. Lastly, we preview the 2026 class with Harrisburg offensive lineman Kevin Brown.

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BWI Live: Can K.J. Winston lead Penn State safeties to new heights? | BWI Mailbag

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:44:27 +0000

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Penn State Nittany Lion football fans are dying to know more about their team during the offseason. Today we’re profiling the safety position for this spring, updating fans on last weekend’s junior day, and discussing your thoughts on the BWI Mailbag.

Join Penn State football experts Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer as they discuss the topics you want to hear about on the BWI Mailbag Show. If you want to get a question on the air, submit it to the BWI Mailbag Submission Thread, which goes live on the message board the night prior.

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Penn State Junior Day Recap

Penn State held its second Junior Day of the 2025 recruiting cycle this past weekend and Blue White Illustrated has you covered in the hours after it’s conclusion. Fitz and recruiting insider Ryan Snyder have reactions on the site, but Fitz gives an overview of the weekend. Was this another opportunity to pick up a commitment like they did the previous weekend? He discussed the expectations he had for this weekend.

Next, the team chooses another position to discuss as the Nittany Lions transition to 2024 and spring football. Bauer wrote a position overview earlier this week and the team discusses how that spot can take a step in 2024 and if Kevin Winston Jr can become a superstar.

Here’s what Winston had to say about his progress this past season.

That was my main thing. Getting better and better each game as the season goes on,” Winston said. “That was my main thing and my goal. That’s what I was looking forward to.”

You can check out the rest in Bauer’s article, which you can find here.

https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/penn-state-winter-outlook-safeties-offer-stability-amidst-db-shakeup/

BWI Mailbag

Today’s mailbag has a recruiting flavor but we still discuss Penn State’s current roster quite a bit. However, we start the show with the reaction to Michigan losing head coach Jim Harbaugh to the NFL. A member of the live show’s chat wants to know if there are any current players that Penn State might have a chance to recruit now that there’s a 30-day window for players to transfer after a coaching change. Does Fitz see anyone that makes sense? We discuss that topic, plus hit on the roster depth, Drew Allar’s mobility, and more.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Junior Day #2 Preview | Latest Recruiting News

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 16:15:00 +0000

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Snyder's junior day list: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/check-out-penn-state-football-recruiting-list-for-january-27-and-february-3-junior-day/

Fitz's list of 2024 risers: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/trimmings-four-penn-state-signees-trending-up-at-the-end-of-the-2024-cycle/

It's almost time for Penn State Football's second junior day of January, and there's plenty of recruiting news to discuss heading into the month's final weekend. Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show as insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss those topics and your thoughts!

We'll review the latest recruiting offers that Penn State sent out this week, plus review four-star defensive end Trent Wilson's top eight schools, which dropped earlier this week.

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Penn State recruiting news

The Penn State staff is expanding its board for 2025 and 2026, with more offers coming out each week. Today's show discusses recent public offers, including an NFL legacy linebacker and some top tight ends from down South.

We'll also discuss the latest decisions from top prospects this week. Top defensive tackle prospect Trent Wilson released a top eight schools. We'll discuss that and where defensive end Ari Watford committed.

Rankings for the Class of 2024 are still filtering in as we near the traditional signing day in February. We'll discuss where Penn State's prospects moved in the On300 National rankings, which take into account the updated 247 Sports lists.

Finally, we'll take questions from you! Join the chat live at 10 a.m. to ask a question of our experts.

Junior Day Preview

The biggest news of the week is that Penn State has another massive recruiting weekend with over 30 players expected to visit campus to learn more about Penn State. We'll discuss some of the players that Snyder listed in his recent article about the remaining junior days.

Penn State hosted just shy of 50 prospects this past Saturday, Jan. 20, for its first of three junior days before the dead period begins on Feb. 5. The second of those recruiting events is now set for this upcoming Saturday, Jan. 27. James Franklin and his staff will follow that up with one more the following weekend, Feb. 3.

Over the past few weeks, Blue White Illustrated has confirmed more than 50 prospects that plan to attend one of those two remaining dates.

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Wrestling Show: Penn State Wrestling Dominated Michigan, Michigan State | Previewing Maryland Dual

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:00:00 +0000

The Penn State Wrestling team dominated Michigan and Michigan State this past weekend to remain undefeated on the season. The team is steamrolling towards another Big Ten Dual Championship, with Maryland marking the halfway point of the season this weekend. Wrestling reporter Greg Pickel discusses the biggest storylines coming from this past weekend and the first half of the year.

On today's show we're recapping this weekend's duals including the explosive efforts of Mithcel Mesenbrink. We'll discuss just how well the transfer is fitting into Penn State's wrestling culture. Penn State has decisions to make at 149 pounds between freshman Tyler Kasak and Davis Evans. We'll also cover the biggest surprises/news of the first half.

Finally, Greg will give fans a preview of the Sunday dual against Maryland.

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BWI Live: Which young Penn State players need to develop this offseason?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:54:12 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions are a developmental team that won't solve their problems through the transfer portal. That's what head coach James Franklin said in the lead up to the Peach Bowl. Yes, the team does try to find select players to fill specific needs, but the team still believes in internal development.

So on today's BWI Live Show, we're discussing which players that didn't have big roles last year, need to take that step. We're also breaking down a unique opportunity for the team's defensive players. A certain position hasn't been open for three years, but thanks to graduation, is finally open. We'll discuss how good Curtis Jacobs and Daequan Hardy were in covering the slot for Penn State.

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Penn State slot coverage is an opportunity for a new batch of players

For the past three seasons Jacobs and Hardy have split the duties as the primary slot defenders in Penn State's defense. On today's show we're talking about the article featuring these two from last week. Here's an excerpt.

While Jacbos’ contributions as a coverage linebacker in the flat are harder to quantify, Hardy’s contributions are clear. No Big Ten cornerback had more third-down coverage snaps than Hardy over the last three seasons. Despite a rough start to the 2022 season, Hardy allowed a passer rating of just 50.9 into his coverage since 2021. No player with more than ten targets can boast such a low rating allowed, and no player saw more third-down targets than Hardy.

We'll explain how the team can replace these two and how Tom Allen's defense could potentially cause some changes to the type of player filling this role.

Owen Aliciene breakdown

If you haven't you can check out T-Frank's Film Room on new tackle commit Owen Aliciene. The Penn State Class of 2025 prospect joined the Nittany Lions after the team's first junior day of the new year. We'll discuss his talents and where he fits in the recent run of tall tackle prospects for offensive line coach Phil Trautwein.

Which Penn State players need to develop?

The team is deep into the offseason conditioning program, building themselves into the team they will be for 2024. But which players are critical for the team to see grow? There are some clear holes on the roster for a young player to fill in 2024 and some positions need competition to create overall growth for the team. We'll highlight the players that weren't starters in 2023 who need to be contributors next year, such as Tony Rojas, Omari Evans and Zion Tracy.

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BWI Live: Is Dani Dennis-Sutton ready to star at DE? | Biggest unused Penn State offensive weapons

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The Penn State Football program is in off-season mode as we enter the final days of January. While the team is toiling away in the player-development side of the program, the staff is busy hosting future prospects for junior days in January. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’ll review the latest out of the first junior day, and take your questions from the BWI Mailbag.

We’ll also discuss a key element of the Penn State defense for next fall. Is former five-star defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton ready to take his star turn at the position? Blue White Illustrated senior reporter Nate Bauer talked with Dennis-Sutton last month and shares what he learned from that conversation.

You can check out the replay of the live show on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, or here embedded in this article.

Penn State Junior Day

Penn State’s first junior day is a success for no other reason than the staff secured a commitment from three-star offensive lineman Owen Aliciene. Recruiting insider Sean Fitz will discuss the early returns from Aliciene, and the overall impressions from the weekend.

Dani Dennis-Sutton discusses path towards elite play

Check out Bauer’s complete article, detailing what he learned from Dennis-Sutton during the runup to the Peach Bowl. Here’s an excerpt from their conversation.

“I learned that you’ve got to be consistent,” said Dennis-Sutton last month. “Chop is consistent at beating his man. You don’t see many times if at all in a game where Chop is losing any of his reps. He’s winning consistently and that’s why he’s going to be a first-round draft pick.”

BWI Mailbag

This week, we’ve got a full mailbag from members of the Blue White Illustrated message board. If you want to get your question on the show, the best way to do so is to join BWI and submit a question on the official Mailbag Submission Thread.

This week, fans want to know about the new offense under Andy Kotelnicki.

Gittany asks: Kotelnicki is known for making his offenses work with the pieces he has. Who is the biggest “unused piece” from 2023 that might make an impact now?

Once again, the wide receiver room comes up in our conversation about the upcoming year. We'll discuss which player has the best chance of joining the presumed top-line players in the room. We'll also dig into the usage of six offensive linemen by team in the NFL and the NCAA and how that sub-package is growing in popularity. But that's just scratching the surface. Join the show today at 10 a.m. !

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Junior Day Preview

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The next phase of Penn State football recruiting is upon us and the BWI Live Recruiting Show is here to break it down. Junior Days for the Nittany Lions begin this weekend, with more than 40 prospects expected to attend the event this upcoming weekend. Join the show today to learn more about what players are joining the staff this weekend to learn more about Penn State football.

We'll also discuss the freshest batch of offers that went out recently to recruits. Is Penn State going to take three running backs in 2025? How will the team recruit the offensive line this year after a sizable class in 2024?

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. or catch the replay on the Blue White Illustrated YouTUbe channel and here on the site.

Penn State offers new batch of players

Despite already securing two running backs in the Class of 2025, running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider has put out offers to more running backs recently. What does that mean for the duo of Kiandrea Barker and Tiqwai Hayes?

We'll discuss how Alvin Henderson, James Simons and Jeffrey Overton fit into the picture.

The offensive line is going national in its search for the next Penn State class. Offensive line coach Phil Trautwein offered Texas native Connor Carty, Iowa's Will Tompkins, and players from California, Kentucky and Missouri. Join the show to learn more about what recruiting expert Sean Fitz thinks of this list.

Junior Day preview

Recruiting insider Ryan Snyder has been busy confirming which players will attend the upcoming Junior Day for Penn State. He and Fitz will discuss some of the biggest names coming to campus this weekend for the next cycle. That includes familiar faces like defensive tackle Trent Wilson, legacy linebacker prospect Anthony Sacca, and quarterback commit Bekkem Kritza.

Snyder explains why Kritza's visit is essential, even though he's already committed to the program. Penn State is also getting a head start on some important 2026 prospects, including mammoth offensive lineman Tyler Merrill and athlete Matt Sieg.

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BWI Live: Grading Penn State's Winter Transfer Portal Class

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:17:19 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions haven’t closed the books on the transfer portal for 2024, but the first chapter is done. Today, we’re reviewing the staff’s work through the winter portal period and giving out grades for their effort. Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. to discuss the team’s portal work based on this article from earlier this week.

You can also watch the replay on the BWI Live YouTube Channel, or here on the site.

Penn State Winter Portal Class

As we saw last year with Penn State’s winter portal additions last year, it doesn’t guarantee that a player will be a successful addition, but it does give them the chance to be one. Having players on campus for spring football allows the team to integrate pieces into the offense and defense more seamlessly for the upcoming year. It also allows the staff to better understand the competition in each room. That’s a significant reason why we’re singling out this portal window.

The biggest needs on the team are on the offensive side, with tackle and receiver lacking veteran presence at these two key positions.

The red letter, exclamation point, need for the Penn State football team has been evident since about the midway point of the 2023 season. The team needs an infusion of veteran dependability outside. While a dominant lead dog would be great, you don’t expect that out of the portal unless you’re willing to play with the big dogs in college football.

Since writing this, veteran receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith has made it clear he intends to be part of the team for the 2024 season. We’ll assess how the team’s retention and acquisition could play out this year.

Offensive tackle departures create massive hole on roster

The team lost significant experience and skill with Olu Fashanu and Caedan Wallace departing for the NFL. The team has been grooming Drew Shelton for this moment, but the rest of the roster is still very young. Enter redshirt sophomore tackle Nolan Rucci from Wisconsin. Can he fill the void?

Defensive line additions through retention

Like the receiver, the team held on to its veteran depth with Hakeem Beamon, Coziah Izzard, and Dvon Ellies all returning for the 2024 season. We'll address the impact of that move on the team's ability to maintain a defensive personality trait.

Penn State needs cornerback bodies

Not only did the team need to add veteran experience to the room, they needed to add bodies. Just six players were listed as cornerbacks on the initial 2024 spring roster before the addition of A.J. Harris and Jalen Kimber. We'll discuss what each player brings to the team for this upcoming season.

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Penn State makes quick work of Special Teams Coordinator Search | NFL Draft deadline Update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:51:03 +0000

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The Penn State football team filled another vacancy on the coaching roster this week after a quick turnaround in the coaching search. The team reportedly hired Vanderbilt special teams coach Justin Lustig after current coordinator Stacy Collins departed back to Boise State. We’ll discuss that move and more on today’s BWI Live Football Show.

It’s also a mailbag day for the program, so submit your questions on the BWI message board or during the show to have them answered. We’ll be doing a mailbag each week so keep an eye out for your chance to submit a question!

Penn State January news and notes

Blue White Illustrated senior editor Nate Bauer wrote about Penn State’s decision to hire Lustig late Sunday night.

The move provides a quick resolution to the program’s vacancy at special teams coordinator. And with it, the Nittany Lions have another strong resume handling the oft-prioritized element of the game.

A Broyles Award nominee at Syracuse in 2018, the annual recognition of the nation’s top assistant coach, Lustig has helped guide the Commodores since his arrival in Nashville in 2021. Following his debut season, he was promoted to assistant head coach.

We’ll discuss Collins’ move to head back to the West Coast and how fans should feel about the team replacing three coordinators in one offseason. Can Penn State maintain forward momentum while having so many changes?

NFL Draft deadline

Another key date for the program has come and gone. The deadline to declare for the 2024 NFL draft has passed, so any remaining players with draft eligibility are now locked in for the 2024 college football season. The top name on this list is wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith. How will Penn State’s roster look this spring with Lambert-Smith, Fleming, and Trey Wallace as the top three players?

BWI Mailbag

The Penn State football team is in the depths of the offseason now, and we want to know your thoughts about the team. Submit a question for the BWI Mailbag each week on the Mailbag submission thread or live during the show. We'll feature the best questions from both places on the show's final segment.

This week, we'll be discussing King Mack's positional versatility and how NIL can change the three-and-done model for some players. Finally, we'll be talking about the Penn State wide receiver problem from multiple angles. Join the show to hear our expert's thoughts on those topics and more!

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Recruiting Show: Breaking portal news, Nick Saban retires, BWI Mailbag

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:27:30 +0000

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The biggest news of the offseason rocked the college football landscape last night when ESPN reproted that Alabama head coach Nick Saban was retiring. The legendary head coach leaving one of the most storied programs in college football leaves a vacancy and a power vacuum that will change the landscape of college football in a signficiant way. How will it affect Penn State? We're discussing that on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

It's also a BWI Mailbag show. We're opening up the program to answer your questions and take your thoughts about Penn State recruiting. Leading industry insiders Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the topics you want to know about in the show's final segment. Drop a question in the live chat during the show and we'll take the best submissions and discuss them on air.

Breaking transfer portal update

Before we get to the scheduled programming of today's show, there's breaking news to discuss. Former Georgia cornerback A.J. Harris is officially a Nittany Lion. BWI's Sean Fitz broke the news early Thursday morning and we'll discuss his impact on the Penn State program.

Penn State braces for impact of Saban's retirement

From a recruiting perspective, Saban's retirement can create an opportunity for Penn State recruiting. How ready is the coaching staff to open up communications with former recruiting targets like Rico Scott? Does the program have room to take players on the traditional signing day after the work they did in 2024 and the portal? Fitz and Snyder will discuss those topics and give an outline about how the team could react to this news to gain an edge in recruiting.

Additionally, the list of potential candidates to replace Saban includes other highly-regarded programs. When the new coach is named, will Penn State have targets in mind to try and pry away from that program? In the relentless world of college football recruiting, anything is possible and we'll discuss those ideas today.

Franklin among the names to replace Saban

On the flip side of that argument, Penn State head coach James Franklin was among the names of coaches that could potentially replace Saban at Alabama. We'll discuss why Franklin is widely regarded among the top coaches despite his reputation among his own fans.

Finally, we'll end the show with your questions! Join the BWI Message board for the fastest route to getting a question on the BWI Mailbag segment.

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BWI Live: Assessing what Penn State is getting from it's transfer portal commits

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:44:08 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions have been active in the transfer portal for the last week, acquiring several former high-profile recruiting targets from Big Ten foes. On Today’s BWI Live Show, we’re discussing what both Julian Fleming and Nolan Rucci bring to the table from a skill perspective based on their film. Join the show on YouTube or on replay here on the site.

Penn State getting upside with Nolan Rucci

The first part of today’s show will center around BWI’s assessment of Nolan Rucci from his bowl game film against LSU. Here’s a portion of that article from earlier this week.

It seems Rucci’s physical talent hasn’t been accentuated by great coaching based on how unnatural it seems. Despite that, he’s fast and fluid enough to win. Furthermore, Penn State offensive line coach Phil Trautwein is known as a detail-oriented coach in regards to fundamentals. While we’re just skimming the surface of those skills, it seems like Rucci could quickly turn into a plus-pass protector.

We’ll discuss more of the context around Rucci’s play and what sort of player they’re getting out of the portal from Wisconsin. The Badgers have gone through several radical changes over the last several seasons, and the stereotypes about Wisconsin linemen are not the same as they used to be.

Fleming provides a veteran presence

While there’s little film on Rucci, Fleming is another story. The former Penn State top receiver target has extensive film and playing time at Ohio State. But what does the tape say about his usage and production with the Buckeyes?

We’ll discuss his talents, what sort of athlete he is and how he could figure into the Penn State passing attack this upcoming season. With one year of eligibility left, Fleming is trying to make an impact now.

Wide receiver discussion continued

However, the issues surrounding the wide receiver room aren't over. Penn State fans want to know why the team had so many problems getting production out of its wideouts in 2023. We'll discuss the multiple factors and nuances of the situation that ultimately led to the team declining to target the position for the final three games after offensive coordiantor Mike Yurcich was fired. We'll also discuss how new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki fits into the equation and how he can potentially fix the problem.

Lastly, we examine the hole in the transfer portal roster at cornerback. Penn State is pursuing several players at the position. We'll give you a brief breakdown of A.J. Harris and how he could fit into the room if and when he commits to the program.

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BWI Live: Assessing Penn State's player retention this offseason with new roster

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 9 Jan 2024 17:05:44 +0000

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Penn State University started classes on Monday, so the 2024 season is beginning in earnest for the Penn State football team. Who will be around for winter conditioning and spring football? We got a sense of that answer on Monday, with an updated roster coming from the program. We'll discuss that, transfer portal activity and the national championship game from last night on today's BWI Live Show.

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Penn State roster update

There was still a lack of clarity about certain players and their intentions for their future with Penn State football. Two of them, defensive tackles Hakeem Beamon and Dvon Ellies made their intentions known last week that they were returning for another year with the program. However, several veterans hadn't made their plans known, including the team's maligned receiver room.

Is KeAndre Lambert-Smith coming back for another season? How about transfer Malik McClain who struggled to see the field last season? While some players are assumed to return, it's difficult to make that assumption in today's college football. Senior Editor Nate Bauer had a report last week about who would be back and wrote about what he knew. Today, he and publisher Sean Fitz will discuss that on the show.

Portal review

The transfer portal window is still technically open but with most of the program's targets in-house we'll review this portal recruiting class too. How did Penn State do with their efforts? Join the show to learn more about Nolan Rucci, Julian Fleming and the rest of the team's additions.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State receiver movement and recruiting update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 5 Jan 2024 15:36:06 +0000

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The Penn State football calendar rarely sleeps, and yesterday was a busy day for the team. There was significant portal movement on the roster, and the team's top prospects participated in all-star games. We're covering it all, plus the upcoming portal recruiting weekend already in high gear.

Join the BWI Live Show at 10 a.m. on YouTube, or check out the replay on the site. We're discussing the week's most crucial roster movement news and taking your questions on the show! Recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz break it all down for you on the show.

Penn State receiver movement

While it's been in the works for a while, former Ohio State wide receiver Julian Fleming officially joined Penn State out of the transfer portal. Fleming didn't announce the move, but social media got word of his intentions.

Hours before his commitment, on the transfer portal deadline for January, receiver Dante Cephas entered his name into the portal. The one-year Penn State wide receiver caught 22 passes for 246 yards and two touchdowns in a frustrating season for both Cephas and fans. We'll recap his time at Penn State and discuss the transition to the team's latest addition in Fleming.

Not all of it is portal news

The team also got significant retention news on Wednesday with the announcement that veteran defensive tackle Dvon Ellies is returning for a bonus season. We'll discuss how important Ellie is to the defensive tackle rotation and what he means for Tom Allen's defense as he settles in as the new Penn State defensive coordinator.

Yet, the portal is critical for Penn State's chances next fall in their attempt to reload at key positions. Fitz and Snyder will discuss the upcoming transfer portal recruiting weekend and what fans need to know about this important window. There's already one visitor on campus, which you can read about here in an article Fitz posted Thursday morning.

Penn State recruiting update

While some of the staff focus on the portal, junior days start in January, which are an essential part of the recruiting calendar. Snyder is tracking the players joining Penn State to learn more about the program and set up the next phase for the 2025 cycle.

Finally, we'll discuss the all-star bowls that several Penn State players attended this past week. Quarterback commit Ethan Grunkemeyer, and lineman Donovan Harbour was at the Under Armour Bowl in Florida and competed during the game Wednesday afternoon. Fitz traveled down for the week to check out the practice and has his thoughts about how the duo performed outside of the game.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Ole Miss breakdown | The why behind Penn State's lack of receiver production

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 3 Jan 2024 14:24:20 +0000

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The Penn State Football team made a distinct shift since offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich was let go in the middle of November. The team made sublte changes over the last month that culminated in the team's approach in the 2023 Peach Bowl.

While new offensive coordiantors Ja'Juan Seider and Ty Howle didn't change many plays, they did change some key elements of the offense that we'll discuss on today's BWI Live Show. Who is seeing the offensive targets changed took an even more dramatic shift at the end of December, which we'll explain today. We'll also discuss how that shift narrowed the focus of the offensive attack in a way that made things harder for quarterback Drew Allar.

Finally, we'll discuss the team's defensive mentality after the first drive. We'll look into how the team performed to understand if there was an impact of former Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz's absence.

Penn State defense set up to fail

There's no doubt that Penn State's loss of it's top two corners and best defensive player in Kalen King, Johnny Dixon and Chop Robinson. We break down how losing Dixon and King affected the Penn State defense's schematic choices. From there, we'll discuss how Abdul Carter's injury further drove a nail in the coffin of Penn State's defensive efforts.

Next, we'll highlight the players who did a good job despite giving up over 500 yards of offense to Ole Miss. Did Cam Miller and Zion Tracy show anything on film that should make fans feel better about the day they had covered Ole Miss' receivers? We'll also discuss how Abdul Carter was playing before his injury in the second quarter.

Passing attack has issues before third quarter

Why didn't Penn State get the ball to running back Nick Singleton more on Saturday? We'll detail how the game flow radically altered the plan in the second half. Then we'll discuss the day that the offensive line had in pass protection of quarterback Drew Allar.

While it's easy to point to the general dysfunction of the Penn State offense on Saturday, Allar does share in the blame for the performance. We'll take you through some of the issues hidden behind his decisions to check the ball down or scramble. We'll talk about how Allar suffered from some of the issues he seemingly overcame at the end of the season before regressing this past weekend.

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BWI Live: Penn State Peach Bowl Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 2 Jan 2024 17:07:38 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions put together a frustrating and dissapointing final game for fans in the 2023 season. The Lions lost 38-25 to Ole Miss in the Peach Bowl on Saturday afternoon in Atlanta in another big game whiff for head coach James Franklin and his squad. On today's BWI Live Show, we'll discuss what went into the meltdown on both sides of the ball.

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Penn State offense

The Penn State offense improved upon it's other performances against top-15 teams in postseason play, putting up 17 points in the first half and keeping pace with Ole Miss' wide open attack. But the team's adjustments out of halftime proved to be catastrophic. The team managed only nine plays on three three-and-outs during the third quarter, while Ole Miss poured on 11 points. By the time the team recovered in the fourth quarter, the game was all but over.

Quarterback Drew Allar threw for 295 yards in the loss, but was once again posted a sub-50% completion percentage in the game. We'll discuss his role in the team's offensive struggles and then discuss the other factors that led to the team's inability to put meaningful pressure back on the Ole Miss offense.

Defense puts on its worst performance of the season

While the offense struggled for meaningful moments late in a shootout, the Penn State defense was the real problem for the Nittany Lions on saturday. They gave up 544 yards of offense in the game, including 258 yards passing in the first half.

We'll discuss what no-win situation the opt-outs and injuries put interim defensive coordinator Anthony Poindexter in. We'll also discuss the future of the defense and how Penn State can rebuild its defense next season under new defensive coordinator Tom Allen.

As it does with a win, the loss puts a certain spin on the upcoming season. Should Penn State fans be less optimistic about the future after the team's performance in Atlanta? We'll be taking your questions and comments throughout the show! Join us live at 10 a.m. or catch the replay on the site. Sign up now for premium content and get access to articles, videos, and scoop you can't get anywhere else!

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State vs. Ole Miss Peach Bowl

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 23:43:09 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions lost to Ole Miss on Saturday in the 2023 Peach Bowl. Penn State's vaunted defense allowed over 500 yards without key starters and injuries that cropped up throughout the game. Join the show live on YouTube immediately following the game.

Penn State and Ole Miss trade blows early

The first half went to the Nittany Lions, who came out of the gates hot. Despite not having Olu Fashanu, Kalen King or Johnny Dixon, the team got things going on both sides of the ball. Penn State rushed for 85 yards on ten carries. Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen took that momentum from the first half to average a twin 6.6 yards per carry at halftime.

Meanwhile the Penn State defense under co-defensive coordinators Robb Smith and Anthony Poindexter got to Quinshon Judkins early. The run-heavy Ole Miss offense gained one yard rushing thanks to the typically aggressive Penn State front seven. That led to several third-and-longs where the Penn State pass rush got to quarterback Jaxson Dart.

Second quarter saved by big play

But things changed in the second quarter. Ole Miss veered away from its run approach to attack Penn State's young corner. Zion Tracy and Cam Miller couldn't lock down Tre Harris, who put up 63 yards in the first half. His teammates outdid him, tight end Cade Prieskorn, who racked up 96 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. Dayton Wade threw in 79 yards as well. Dart threw for 258 yards in the first half.

Meanwhile, Allar and the offense failed to find a second gear. The passing game struggled once again but was aided by a trick play from backup quarterback Beau Pribula, resulting in a 48-yard touchdown to Nick Singleton.

Third quarter implsion

Penn State's offense didn't do much to help itself at halftime. They botched a two-minute drive, giving the ball back to Ole Miss iwth a chance to score before the half, then went three-and-out on the second half's opening drive.

The third quarter was the turning point in the game for the two teams. Penn State's offense remained in neutral coming out of halftime. The team gained 14 yards to Ole Miss' 141. The Nittany Lions went three-and-out on each drive of the third quarter, showing little ability to threaten a maligned Ole Miss defense.

Meanwhile, a critical injury to Abdul Carter opened the gates for an already churning Ole Miss offense. Carter was rolled up on at the end of the first half and tried to play through in the third quarter. However, he struggled to get off blocks or play with explosives, helping to allow 57 rushing yards in the third frame.

We'll be taking your questions and thoughts about the loss on the show for sixty minutes after the final whistle. Don't miss the final BWI Live Postgame Show of the season!

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BWI Live: Dave Eckert joins the show to discuss Penn State vs. Ole Miss

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 30 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000

We're just hours away from the 2023 Peach Bowl and Penn State football's chance to go six-for-six and win every New Year's Six Bowl game. To do it, they'll have to beat Ole Miss, led by head coach Lane Kiffen.

In order to learn more about the team, we're connecting with an old friend. Former Blue White Illustrated reporter David Eckert joins the show to discuss Ole Miss, the team he now covers. He joins the show for the first time since his move down South to give us a better understanding of the team Penn State faces.

Penn State defense facing a balanced offense

We start the show by getting to know the Ole Miss offense. Jaxson Dart is a fan favorite for his team and someone Eckert thinks Penn State fans would love. But who has the quarterback advantage? We'll discuss the matchup and how Dart operates the Ole Miss offense.

This week, Penn State defensive end Adisa Isaac assessed the offense he'll face this weekend. They bring a lot of challenging aspects to the game that don't have to with skill.

"Yeah, I say definitely the tempo and the personnel. They know how to get their skill guys into space and make plays. We kind of pride ourselves on stopping the run all year, and this is a team that has some good backs that run hard and some good receivers as well. So they're pretty balanced in that aspect. So we've just got to do a good job of locking that down," Isaac said.

The running game is a focus of our conversation, as well as how Ole Miss will face off against Penn State. However, we end the conversation discussing Tre Harris and his impact on the game.

Ole Miss defense is "multiple"

According to Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, the most noticeable aspect of the Ole Miss defense is their multiplicity.

"Yeah, we've been saying it all bowl prep that they're a very multiple team, play a lot of even and odd fronts. So we're going to have to be tight on communication up front, whether it's run-blocking schemes or pass protection," Allar said.

We discuss that diversity and what it might be trying to mask up front for Penn State's next opponent. Will the loss of Cedric Johnson affect that group?

Opt-in Culture

Finally, we'll discuss that there are only a few opt-outs on either sideline. Penn State has several players that could opt out of the game but decided to play. The same is true for Kiffen's side, where Johnson is the only player not participating. Head coach James Franklin says that it's not by accident that Penn State is nearly at full strength.

"Yeah. I think you guys have heard me talk about this in the past. These are different times in college football, and we've worked really hard to create a relationship with our players that there can be open and honest dialogue and discussions," he said.

"We've tried to create an environment where really there's no reason for any player to opt-out. What I mean by that is all the way back to Saquon Barkley, who was being projected as a top 15 pick, there's a way to do this where the player, the family, the agents, whoever, everybody's comfortable with the plan."

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BWI Live: Penn State report from Atlanta | Official BWI Peach Bowl Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 16:17:53 +0000

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The conclusion of the 2023 Penn State Football season is almost here. The team is in Atlanta, making final preparations for the Peach Bowl, which comes to you this Saturday at noon. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll preview the game and get the latest from reporter Greg Pickel, covering the Atlanta team. BWI Publisher Sean Fitz will also give his thoughts and predictions on the matchup.

Pickel with the latest from Penn State media availablity

Possibly the biggest mystery this past month was the status of veterans heading to the NFL for the upcoming game. While some, like defensive end Chop Robinson, made the announcement early, others have been more elusive in their intentions. Fellow defensive end Adisa Isaac announced that he was planning to play in the game before declaring for the NFL Draft, but his participation level, along with other veterans, is still unclear.

That is, until Thursday morning. Pickel will share the latest on what Isaac's plans are for the game and how much the team's sack leader will play against the SEC foe.

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Hoops Show: Mike Rhoades sits down with Nate Bauer

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Penn State basketball coach Mike Rhoades sat down with hoops insider Nate Bauer to discuss his team's progress through the first half of the year. The first-year Penn State head coach also discusses his reaction to the blown call that cost his team a win against Georgia Tech, the program's NIL efforts and what it's like to build a program in Year One.

Stay tuned after the interview for a conversation about what he had to say.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Signing Day Special

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

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Penn State football's Class of 2024 is in the books. We're recapping the group on today's Penn State signing day special. Join Recruiting insiders Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder as they discuss the stories of each player in the class and what they think of the group overall.

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BWI Live: The latest on Tom Allen to Penn State | Media Day Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 19 Dec 2023 16:30:00 +0000

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The Penn State football team seems to be closing in on it's next defensive coordinator. Get the latest on what we know during the BWI Live Show. Expert reporters Greg Pickel and Sean Fitz discuss the news that former Indiana head coach Tom Allen will be the next defensive coordinator for the Nittany Lions.

Will discuss the news, how he potentially fits with the Nittany Lions and what else you need to know about the news.

We'll also discuss Peach Bowl Media Day for Penn State. What impression did new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki make on the team? We'll discuss what he had to say and who Pickle talked to during the 40 minutes that players were available to the media.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State a Week Away From National Signing Day

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:34:43 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions and the rest of the college football world are less than a week away from the start of the early signing period. The new National Signing Day is Wednesday, Dec. 20, and we're here to preview the team's efforts heading into the event.

Also, several Penn State prospects, including four-star running back Quinton Martin and three-star corner Kenny Woseley took part in PIAA Championship games this past week. We'll discuss how those players performed and how the team is preparing for its big celebration on Wednesday.

Expert recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss what they've learned since the show last got together.

Penn State RPM Pick from both experts

The biggest recent news is that both Snyder and Fitz have a pick in for Penn State to land linebacker Alex Tatsch. The Greater Latrobe linebacker has been trending to the Nittany Lions for some time, so we'll discuss why he's seemingly a lock to land in Happy Valley.

Snyder also visited the PIAA championship games this past weekend and will recap how players like Martin, Tiqwai Hayes, Woseley, and other targets performed on the biggest stage of their careers.

Snyder has been busy connecting with recruits, including linebacker Anthony Speca. Speca took things to the next level this fall and explains in his article what he attributes to that growth. We'll also preview exclusive content from Blue White Illustrated about a key four-star quarterback's visit to Penn State this past weekend.

Transfer portal

Fitz has fresh news Thursday morning about Penn State's portal activity. Check that out here. While we won't dive into all the names he's found, we'll discuss his conversation with Andre Green Jr., one of Penn State's first portal visits from this past weekend.

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Hoops Show: Was Penn State basketball's win over Ohio State a Turning Point?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State basketball team ended a four-game skid by beating Ohio State 83-80 at home this past weekend. The team was down at halftime before an unexpected rally that featured great three-point shooting, gritty rebounding, and clutch plays.

So what can the team take from that win? Will they build on it for the upcoming schedule? We’re looking at that and what head coach Mike Rhoades said about his Penn State Hoops team on the Hoops Show. Join Nate Bauer and Thomas Frank Carr as they discuss this potential turning point for the Nittany Lions.

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BWI Live: Can Penn State replicate Manny Diaz's defense?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team is looking for a new defensive coordinator heading into the 2024 offseason. With the early national signing day looming, plus the Peach Bowl on Dec. 30, the team needs to act quickly. But does Penn State head coach James Franklin already have the next coordinator on his staff? A popular option among fans is to promote from within and have safety coach Anthony Poindexter assume the role of replicating Manny Diaz’s defense.

On today’s show, we debate the merits of that against hiring a new coordinator with his own system.

Franklin opens the door to PSU internal hire

The idea of Penn Stat hiring from within isn’t a bad one. Poindexter is an excellent coach with experience who could be a candidate for the job. Franklin alluded to as much during his Monday press conference when asked about the job.

“(We’re) trying to also balance that while also interviewing and trying to decide what we’re going to do moving forward with our defensive coordinator position, whether it’s an internal candidate or an external candidate. And we’re working through that right now,” Franklin said. “But we’ll handle it like we have on offense the last few games of the season. And I’ll get into more specifics as we get together again.”

The issue is the sentiment that Poindexter should “run Manny’s defense”. We’ll discuss how that could go wrong and the challenges of any coordinator trying to replicate someone else’s scheme.

Fans questions want to know more about team building

Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki will take over next year with the same question that the team had this year. How do you use two quarterbacks? On today's show we'll discuss how to best use backup quarterback Beau Pribula in any offense that features Drew Allar.

We'll also take questions from fans about the tight ends behind Theo Johnson and Tyler Warren. Can Penn State keep the same level of productivity at the position?

Lastly, the team needs to make the right moves in the transfer portal this offseason. What are the positions that the team needs to address? We'll discuss the addition of Divison II tackle Alan Herron and preview what the team still needs from the portal before the window closes in January.

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BWI Live: Tracking Penn State's roster news ahead of Peach Bowl

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:24:22 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions face off against Ole Miss in the 2023 Peach Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 30 at noon. This week, the program held a press conference to preview the game and will host its official media day on Friday. All of that surrounds the team's efforts to keep players interested in playing in the game and transfer portal activity. It's a hectic amount of news items to keep track of. Thankfully, The BWI Live show is here to sort it all out.

Penn State veteran reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer join the show to discuss Theo Johnson's decision to play in the game, the team's acquisition of Alan Herron, and more. Check out the show's replay on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel or here at the site.

Penn State formally invited to the Peach Bowl

The Peach Bowl committee flew into State College on Monday to discuss the upcoming game between Penn State and Ole Miss. Still, it was an opportunity to ask head coach James Franklin and athletic director Pat Kraft questions about the program. We'll dive into their answers on today's show.

We'll cover the nuggets we learned from Franklin about how he plans to handle the defensvie coordinator search, and how he plans to operate that side of the ball during the bowl game. Does that mean Anthony Poindexter or Terry Smith will call the game? Or will they run a joint venture?

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Recruiting Show: Penn State getting ready for critical visit weekend after Manny Diaz departure

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 8 Dec 2023 16:18:29 +0000

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It's a big weekend for the Penn State Nittany Lions recruiting department. Not only is it the final weekend to bring the Recruiting Class of 2024 together one last time, it's also an official visit weekend for transfer portal players. On top of that, news broke Thursday night that Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz is leaving to be the head coach at Duke.

Need to make sense of everything? Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. to hear from recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz as they discuss the major landmarks that fans need to know this weekend.

Penn State loses Diaz to Duke

The news didn't become official until late Thursday night, but reports and rumors swirled for most of the day that Diaz would be the next coach at Duke. Penn State head coach James Franklin addressed the news on social media Friday morning.

"We truly appreciate everything Manny and his family contributed to Penn State the past two seasons," Franklin said. "Our team and staff have nothing but respect for Manny and the leadership he brought to our program. He was a tremendous teacher, mentor and friend while in Happy Valley. We wish him and his family all the best at Duke!"

We'll start the show by discussing Diaz's departure from the program and the overall effect it will have on the team. How will it affect recruiting? And is how does the timing of this move affect the team's ability to find a replacement? Our experts dig into that at the top of the show.

Penn State official visit weekend

The Nittany Lions have several official visits from the transfer portal here this weekend as well. Former high-four star wide receiver Andre Green Jr. announced that he'll be in Happy Valley this weekend to meet with the Penn State staff, as will Alan Herron, an offensive lineman from Shorter University.

Fitz and Snyder will give some details about what to expect from the portal window this winter, including these two visits. It's also the last weekend that the Penn State recruiting Class of 2024 will come together before the early signing period begins on Dec. 20. The duo will discuss why this weekend is important and why the staff brings this group together.

State Championship preview

Lastly, Snyder has been following the PIAA State Championships this weekend. Several Penn State commits and recruits are in action this weekend. He'll recap how Tiqwai Hayes performed Thursday night and preview the players you should follow this weekend in the final games of 2023.

Penn State getting ready for critical visit weekend after Manny Diaz departure

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Breaking Manny Diaz Accepts Job At Duke, Leaving Penn State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 8 Dec 2023 01:21:42 +0000

The Penn State Nittany Lions are losing defensive coordinator Manny Diaz. The second-year coordinator accepted the head coaching job at Duke Thursday evening.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Ole Miss Preview - Scouting the Nittany Lion's Bowl Opponent

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 7 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000

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Today on the BWI Live Show, we dissect Penn State's 2023 Peach Bowl opponent, Ole Miss. We'll talk about what the offense, under head coach Lane Kiffen, likes to do, and how they do it. We'll also discuss the team's defensive abilities, schemes and players. Check out the show here or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Page.

We'll also discuss new Penn State's offensive coordinator, Andy Kotelnicki and his offensive approach.

Penn State defense vs. Ole Miss

Today's show is based on the By The Numbers series from earlier this week, after the bowl matchup was announced. He's an excerpt of what we discuss on the show.

From a productivity standpoint, Jaxson Dart is the best quarterback that Penn State will face this season. All the former USC commit has done in two seasons under Lane Kiffen is throw for just under 3,000 yards in back-to-back seasons. Despite that, the team isn’t a pass-happy unit with a 60% pass ratio. The team only threw the ball on 48% of its offensive plays this year. We’ve been obsessed with the term “balance” this season with the Penn State offense. This offense truly has balance in its offensive threats.

That’s allowed Kiffen to scheme up explosive plays for the Ole Miss offense. Dart has generated 92 explosive passing plays (15-plus yards) this season, tied for seventh most among Power Five offenses. That accounted for 2,442 yards.

Check out the complete breakdown of the offense here.

Drew Allar, running backs will face a familiar challenge

As for the defense, we folded in some early scouting to give fans a picture of what Ole Miss does defensively. The answer? A lot.

The official Ole Miss depth chart says that the team runs an odd front defense, with three defensive linemen and an “outside” linebacker, but the team can and does run just about every front with regularity. While they “base” out of an odd front (3-4), they play wide over, odd, wide under, and even fronts an equal amount. Despite being listed as an outside linebacker starter, Cedric Johnson has dropped into coverage 44 times out of 526 total snaps in the regular season.

To cut through the technicalities and jargon, Ole Miss deploys two defensive linemen and two edge defenders that they use in multiple ways, including odd fronts. It’s about how you’re used, not always what you “can” do. But the bottom line is that the Penn State offensive line must be ready for many different looks.

Once again, you can see the full breakdown of the defense and it's schemes here.

Learn more about those topics and hear fan questions in quarter three of the show!

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Hoops Show: Is Penn State basketball in trouble after loss to Bucknell?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 5 Dec 2023 20:23:46 +0000

The Penn State Men’s basketball team has now lost four straight games, including a 76-67 clunker against Bucknell this past weekend.

“It’s unacceptable. That’s on me,” he said. “We got to get our guys to completely understand how we play defense. I pride myself and our teams always on being able to stop people, not just in full court but the half court. When you have a new team and how we do things defensively, it’s foreign, not as familiar to some of these guys. It’s not as consistent.

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BWI Live: Penn State Football Navigating the Transfer Portal with New Offensive Coordinator

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 5 Dec 2023 16:07:56 +0000

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The Penn State football team, like the rest of college football is in the maelstrom of the 2023-24 transfer portal. This first window is open for a short time, and will be a major factor in which teams are set up for success next fall. Can Penn State fill its holes and reload for the coming year? We'll discuss that and more on today's BWI Live Show. Publisher Sean Fitz and Penn State insider Nate Bauer join the show to discuss the flood of news and topics since the last show.

We'll cover the new coordinator hire, the transfer portal, Penn State's bowl opponent in Ole Miss, plus take your questions! Join the show!

Penn State has a quiet start to the transfer portal

As of writing, only two players, punter Alex Bachetta and receiver Cristian Driver, have entered the transfer portal. That's a quiet start for the Penn State Nittany Lions who have been uncommonly good at keeping talent in house during the portal era. We'll look at previous seasons to determine if more will be on the way, or if the team will retain all its players that don't go to the NFL.

We'll also discuss names like Washington State's Josh Kelly and North Texas' Ja'Mori Maclin as players that Penn State has publicly offered in the portal. Both players are receivers, and the team is desperate to find more playmakers.

While it may go unnoticed by some, there have already been losses in the coaching ranks. Penn State analyst Ola Adams has taken a job with Indiana this week, so we'll recap his time at Penn State and discuss his impact on the program. It's a perfect segue to discuss new offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki and what head coach James Franklin had to say about him on Sunday evening. We'll discuss his comments and what the new coordinator brings to the table.

Finally, we'll discuss Penn State's Bowl matchup with Ole Miss. What are the early things you need to know about the next opponent? How does this group present challenges for the Nittany Lions? We'll preview the upcoming game.

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Recruiting Show: What you need to know about Penn State's recruiting before National Signing Day

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:58:40 +0000

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Now that the season is over, several different worlds are converging for the Penn State Nittany Lions football team. The transfer portal window is about to open, but the team has to secure it's Class of 2024 and make late-game adjustments to the class if the opportunities present. It's a hectic time for the staff, made more hectic by the offensive coordiantor search. We're discussing how all of the pieces fit together on today's BWI Live Recruiting Show.

We'll focus on the team's final preparations for the early signing period in December and what fans should expect out of the Dec. 8 official visit weekend. We'll also disucss the Class of 2024 rankings update from Thanksgiving and explain who moved up and why.

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Penn State misses out on Andrew Dennis

The Nittany Lions have successfully pulled an offensive lineman into the last few classes after securing the bulk of the group during the standard recruiting windows. This year, former Michigan State offensive line commit Andrew Dennis was the target. However, the team missed on getting a commitment with Dennis announcing earlier this week that he was committing to Illinois. We'll discuss the impact on the group Penn State has assembled and what happens next for Penn State among the late push for players in this cycle.

Recruiting insider Ryan Snyder put together a tally of how many players visited Penn State throughout the 2023 home football schedule. He'll compare how the team did in September and October against the late-season noon kicks. He'll also discuss several other interesting nuggets he found when looking back at the current month.

Penn State gets good news with "underrated recruits"

The most recent rankings updates for the Class of 2024 came out during the holiday week. We're recapping which players made significant moves in the latest On300 update. Why did Luke Reynolds and Ethan Grunkemeyer go from afterthoughts int he class to top-ten players? Check out the YouTube video to see highlights from their senior seasons.

What's next?

The transfer portal will heat up quickly for Penn State. While we've covered what Penn State needs on several of the last shows, we'll recap the players Penn State has put a public offer into and what fans should expect when the portal goes live next week.

Finally, we'll preview the Dec. 8 official visit weekend and if fans should expect news between then and now of players making their way to Happy Valley to check out Penn State Football.

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Hoops Show: Breaking down Penn State's tournament skid

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 23:43:58 +0000

Penn State started the season out with some promising games against non-conference opponents. Then, they hit a tough stretch of games in the ESPN Invitational. Mike Rhoades' team lost three straight to Texas A&M, Butler and Rhoades' old team, VCU.

On today's Hoops Show, we discuss what caused the team's three-game losing streak and the thorny issues causing the team's problems. Rhoades says that the tournament was a wakeup call to reality for his team.

"When you play in really good tournaments like that, you get exposed quickly. You had some great moments. I thought some guys gave us some really good minutes."

"And at times I thought our offense was really good and got some great execution. Just not a consistent enough play on both ends of the court, but especially defense to win those caliber of games. Our effort against Texas A&M I thought it was super. We didn't defensive rebound well enough to win that game. The other two games, I just thought we played frustrated on the defensive end, and it affected us on offense at times."

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BWI Live: Recapping the best offensive performance from Penn State this season

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions defeated the Michigan State Spartans 42-0 on Friday of last week to end the 2023 regular season. While it was almost a week ago, it's important to review and understand how the team finished the season. On today's BWI Live Show, we break down how the offense finished the season with its best overall performance of the season.

Penn State puts together complete offensive performance

The Penn State offense was in rare form against Michigan State. The team compiled over 300 yards combined, passing between quarterbacks Drew Allar and Beau Pribula. Allar had one of his best games of the season, throwing for 292 yards and two touchdowns in the win.

In today's show, we'll explain Penn State's tweaks to the offense under the new dual coordinator setup with Ja'Juan Seider and Ty Howle. These tweaks put players like Nick Singleton, Tyler Warren, and Theo Johnson in a position to succeed instead of other offensive players. We'll break down how the team used similar concepts to gain much better results. We'll also discuss where Michigan State was poor in defense.

Finally, we'll discuss how the Penn State defense used a significant advantage up front to shut down another offensive unit completely.

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BWI Live: Decision time looming for several critical Penn State Football players

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:53:57 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions finished the season strong, beating Michigan State 42-0 on Black Friday. Today, we're discussing the win and the impending fallout of the season's conclusion on the BWI Live show. Join Penn State insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer as we discuss the players that have a decision to make about their future heading into the 2023 offseason.

We'll also take your questions on the show! Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss the pressing topics on your mind.

Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz left off awards list

The Broyles Award, given to the best assistant coach in college football, announced its finalists this year. Shockingly, Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz was not among the finalists. We'll discuss that decision before talking about Diaz's future. Will he stick around for another season? We'll ask the experts.

From there, we'll shift our focus back to the game on Friday to recap Penn State's final game of the 2023 season. Did the Nittany Lions take a meaningful stride on offense? Or were they playing a bad defense? We'll discuss Drew Allar's performance, the explosive plays, and more.

Big decisions that can change the face of the team

Several Penn State football players have big decisions to make regarding their future. Nate Bauer wrote about which players can return and which have run out of eligibility. We're discussing the list in a superlative fashion. Who has the biggest decision to make? Which one might be the biggest surprise to leave? And which one is the most important to stay?

Tight ends Theo Johnson and Tyler Warren highlight the list. Check out the show to find out which ones make our list!

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Penn State vs. Michigan State Postgame Show: Lions puts it all together in final game

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 05:05:38 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions put together its most complete game of the season on Saturday in the team's final regular season contest. They defeated the Michigan State Spartans with a furious rally, pouring on 15 third-quarter points in the third quarter

Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the game. We're breaking down the game and how Penn State used subtle tweaks to the passing game that unlocked big plays.

We're live moments after the game's conclusion for 60 minutes of postgame discussion.

Penn State offense finally gets its explosive plays

After months of frustration and conversation, the Penn State offense finally went off against a struggling Michigan State team. During the game, the offense hit explosive plays of 60, 53, 50, and 40 yards. Drew Allar hit a 60-yard pass to Omari Evans in a full-circle moment that echoed his second pass of the season against West Virginia to begin the year.

Meanwhile, Kaytron Allen ripped off two runs of 50 and 40 against the Spartan's defense to reestablish the team's big-play prowess. Nick Singleton chipped into the action with a 53-yard screen pass, with a great block from Tyler Warren. Singleton capped off his day with a 14-yard burst in the red zone during the fourth quarter.

However, things were close early; the team gained 308 yards at halftime but only 13 points. Penalties and sacks in the red zone stymied the scoring opportunities early. However, Penn State eventually showed they had the firepower to knock out Michigan State.

Defense dominant once again

As expected, the Penn State defense was dominant once again. The starting unit pitched a shutout. The defense was relentless, with six sacks during the competitive portion of the game. Michigan State put together two potential scoring drives, but Jaylen Reed snuffed the first out with an interception. Adisa Isaac forced an intentional grounding pass from wide receiver. Alante Brown.

From there, the team never mounted a threat to the Penn State defense. The starters forced seven three-and-outs and 74 yards in the game. However, injuries were a scare during the game. Defensive end Chop Robinson was stepped on during the first half's final play. JB Nelson came out of the first drive and wasn't seen again. Finally, Abdul Carter was injured and didn't return to the game.

We're discussing those points and your thoughts on the Penn State offense and defense on the BWI Live Postgame Show.

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BWI Live: Sketching out the Penn State plan against Rutgers to learn the details of what changed

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against Michigan State on Saturday for the team's final game of the 2023 season. It's also the second game without offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich. Head coach James Franklin fired Yurcich after the team's loss to Michigan earlier this year.

So what was different last week, and what can we expect in the upcoming game against the Spartans? We'll discuss the plan of attack for the team when quarterback Drew Allar was under center before he was knocked out of the game in the third quarter.

We'll also discuss how the game changed in the second half when backup Beau Pribula came into the game and operated the offense.

Penn State game plan altered last week

While Franklin declined to discuss the specific issues with Yurcich's style during his Monday press conference, he did expound on how to build a good offensive game plan in college football.

"How tight can you get the game plan to allow the players to get enough reps versus all the looks in the game to play fast and assignment sound, but not too small that there is not enough things in the plan to give the defense challenges and issues.

So that is always the constant battle. I remember when I first became a coordinator, coming from a west coast system the game plan was massive," he said.

But with a collaborative effort on the offensive staff, led by tight ends coach Ty Howle and running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider, Franklin said he was pleased with the plan. They kept things lean and effective, which is what he learned in his career.

Lean is effective

Multiple times during his time at Penn State, Franklin reinforced the idea of Yurcich not trying to reinvent the offense each week.

"Not just the number of plays in the game plan, how many of those plays are new concepts, not the same play run from a different formation with a different motion. That's fine. How many of those plays are new concepts as well?

What's the sweet spot for that as well? Typically that may show up on third down and red zone or with a trick play or shot.

So all those things have to be factored in, and to me, that's where the best ones are. They're as tight as they can be with the game plan, but not so tight that it becomes simplistic and easy for the defense."

On today's show, we'll describe how that played out on the field and give examples of Penn State's offensive staff putting the quarterback in a position to succeed more often and earlier in the game.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Rutgers Review- James Franklin happy with new path on offense

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 16:18:03 +0000

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The Penn State football team got a needed win against Rutgers on Saturday with a 27-6 beatdown. It's also the final week of the 2023 regular season. We're previewing the final game of the regular season by discussing what we learned from the last several days. On today's BWI Live Show, we're discussing what Penn State head coach James Franklin had to say about his team's win over the Scarlet Knights this past weekend. We'll also give our impressions of the game.

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar was knocked out of the game early in the third quarter on a quarterback run. How much did that affect the way the game ended? And how much will Penn State use both quarterbacks on Friday if both are healthy? We'll discuss how Beau Pribula's role in the offense is expanding now that Ty Howle and Ja'Juan Seider are calling the plays.

We'll also disuss the team's coordinator search and how that might evolve if Manny Diaz finds a new job as a head coach elsewhere in college football.

Penn State vs. Rutgers Review: James Franklin happy with new path on offense

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Light's go out on Penn State's offense in win over Rutgers

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 21:33:52 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team won an ugly game over Rutgers on Saturday, putting an ignominious end to the 2023 home slate. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the game and how things unfolded for the Nittany Lions. We'll discuss the team's offensive plan with co-coordinators Ja'Juan Seider and Ty Howle in charge.

We'll also take your question on the show as well.

Penn State offense uglier than before

There were some signs of life early in the game but it didn't last long. Penn Staet's offense once again stuttered and shuddered through the first half against a stout Rutgers defense. Then early in the third quarter, quarterback Drew Allar took a shot on a designed run that knocked him out of the game. From that point on, Penn State didn't call a pass until they were up two scores.

Even then, backup quarterback Beau Pribula decided to run the ball on the rollout. The Nittany Lions rushing game found its sea legs with Pribula in the game and the team was able to gash Rutgets for runs of 39 and 21 between Pribula and running back Kaytron Allen. Allen had another strong rushing day, leading the team during the competitive portion of the game with two touchdowns on the day.

Penn State defense good enough to win the game

For the second week in a row, the Penn State defensive ends, specifically Chop Robinson, shut down a rival passing attack. Robinson got an early pass rush win in the game, and then the Rutgers offense went into a shell. By the time the team was forced to throw the ball in the fourth quarter, Robinson had multiple pass rush and run defense wins for TFLs and sacks.

We'll discuss his impact on the game, plus how Penn State has used linebacker Abdul Carter in a different way the last few weeks to help him make more impact plays for the defense. The team made some significant changes on the third down as well, which we'll discuss.

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Penn State closes out the 2023 regular season next Friday, a road clash with Michigan State at Ford Field. Stay tuned to Blue White Illustrated for game-week coverage to finish out the season.

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BWI Live Tailgate Show: Penn State vs. Rutgers

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 16:38:51 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions take on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights this afternoon for the final home game of the 2023 season. Join the Penn State Football Tailgate Show, presented with Seven Mountains Media, for 90 minutes of Penn State football discussion with former Penn State defensive tackle Aeneas Hawkins. We'll preview the game to discuss the major storylines of the week and how the team will play.

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Penn State head coach James Franklin never gives specific injury updates or timelines, but this week he did give insight into when fans might see receiver Harrison Wallace back on the field.

"Yeah, we won't see him this week. But I'm not sure after that," Franklin said during his Wednesday press conference.

As you might expect, the Penn State offense dominated conviersation this week among fans and the media. Franklin fired offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich on Sunday of last week and the team has formulated a new plan for the rest of the season. Running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider and tight ends coach Ty Howle were elevated to co-offensive coordinators (a title which they already had) and are now in charge of the offense.

However, Franklin declined to discuss who would call the plays this week. During his weekly radio show, Franklin clarified a misconception about how things were going to go on Saturday.

“I don’t think I said they were going to share play-calling duties. I said they’re both going to be involved, which I guess you could interpret a lot of different ways. But I’m just not going to get into how we’re going to do it,” Franklin said. “I got two guys that have been in charge. But it’s really been a collaborative effort with the entire staff, specifically on the offensive side of the ball to come up with a game plan."

Penn State defensive adjustments?

The Penn State defense played well enough to win but on their own. Last week, the team gave up several explosive runs to Michigan, especially on third down. How will the team adjust? We'll discuss how that will play out this week, and if the team should consider changing it's third down package.

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BWI Live: Five Things to get Penn State back on track against Rutgers

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:50:13 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions take on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. It's the final home game of the 2023 season and the last chance for Penn State to play well in front of its fans. We're looking at the five things that will help get the team, especially the offense, back on track against their opponent this weekend.

The BWI Live Show will tackle the team's biggest issues, including the inconsistent passing game, maximizing the team's advantages in the trenches against Rutgers, and cracking another tough coverage scheme. We'll also look at two factors that will affect the game for the Penn State defense, including Rutgers running back Kyle Monangai.

Penn State run defense on third down

If there's been one consistent and alarming flaw in the Penn State defense, it's the third and long run defense. The team's Prowler Package has been susceptible to giving up third downs on the ground in obvious passing situations. We'll discuss how this is a problem and not what you think when you examine the full information set. We'll explain how defensive coordinator Manny Diaz is taking a risk with Chop Robinson, Dani Dennis-Sutton and Adisa Isaac on the field simultaneously.

Next, we'll look at the Penn State passing attack, and how it might get out of the mud it's been wallowing in for most of the season. While it won't be eclectic, there are some efficiency changes for this game, and the rest of the year that it can make to take advantage of situations, formations, and schemes. We'll discuss how Penn State can take the pressure off of Drew Allar and how they can attack the Rutgers linebackers.

Finally, we'll discuss how the team can run at Rutgers to maximize its chances of getting positive runs with Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton.

Five Things to get Penn State back on track against Rutgers

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Recruiting Show: Recapping Penn State's big recruiting weekend and previewing final home game

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:14:02 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces Rutgers on Saturday in the team's Senior Day for the 2023 season. It's also the coaching staff's final recruiting weekend of the year. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we recap the previous weekend, and look ahead to the game against Rutgers.

Penn State hosted one of it's largest recruiting weeken's of the year in the team's loss to Michigan. While turmoil swirled around the program because of the loss, how did recruits take the game's outcome? Recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will recap that, and the notable news that came out of the event.

Penn State hosts an official visit and gets a commitment

Despite the loss, Penn State landed a quarterback commit on Tuesday with three-star passer Bekkem Kritza. We discussed earlier this week what he brings to the table as a prospect. Still, Snyder will discuss how Kritza is viewed by national recruiting experts and what people around him said about his reasons for committing to the program.

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Four-star offensive lineman Andrew Dennis also took an official visit to Penn State last weekend. The Nittany Lions already have a strong offensive line class, but the team has routinely taken extra linemen late in the last several recruiting cycles. Is Dennis the next one? We'll review how the visit went and what information came out about it.

Practice Update

Meanwhile, the current Penn State Football team held practice last night, and Blue White Illustrated was there to get a lay of the land after offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich was fired on Sunday. Fitz will give you his impressions of the team's progress this week and how things went with multiple coaches sharing the load of running the offensive practice. We'll also discuss James Franklin's comments afterwards about the transfer portal and more.

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Rutgers preview

Of course, this weekend's list of recruits won't be the same as a top-ten matchup, but we'll preview who will be at the game this weekend. Penn State's recruiting efforts are about to pick up as the team exits the regular season and heads into the final weeks before the early signing period. We're tracking who is on the short list of players who have Penn State's attention and who might be the next domino to fall in recruiting.

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BWI Live: Can Penn State put its star players in position to succeed?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000

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The Penn State football team fired offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich on Sunday after the team's 24-15 loss to Michigan at home. On today's BWI Live show, we discuss what happened on the field that led to that decision. We'll take you through the game plan against Michigan, some of the major sticking points for the offense and what head coach James Franklin had to say about the matter.

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Game Day execution a big sticking point for Penn State staff

The Penn State offense developed a plan each week of how they were going to attack the opposing offense. But, accoring to Franklin, that plan didn't get executed correctly each week. When asked to clarify what he meant about getting quarterback Drew Allar into a rhythm early, Franklin said it was more than just that.

"As you can imagine, I have conversations about all the things I have concerns about, and more so than I speak in the press conferences.

"I think you guys have heard me come in and talk, whether it's openers, third down, starting fast, all these things are things that we've had lengthy discussions about and had a plan for, but a lot of the times when we got to the games, either we did not call the games that way or we did not execute the games the way we intended them to."

Those things were asked for."

We'll discuss how the Michigan game was a terrible example of getting Allar into rhythm and how Yurcich took what the defense gave him to the detriment of his passing game.

Penn State running game

There was a viral clip of Penn State running back Nick Singleton missing a potential touchdown run on the Nittany Lion's drive that led to a field goal. We'll discuss how that play is a microcosm of how Singleton is performing this year and what factors led to him not taking the cutback lane for a touchdown. It's a systmatic issue for Penn State who aren't putting their players in the best position to succeed.

We'll also discuss how the offensive performance is inconsistent from even the stronger positions like tight end and the offensive line. Check out the show here, or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel.

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BWI Live: There's A LOT to talk about with Penn State after loss to Michigan

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:10:58 +0000

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The end of the Penn State football season is in turmoil after the program fired offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich on Sunday. The team, now down one of it's top coaches, must find a way to right the ship and win its final two games of the year after. We're discussing the fallout from head coach James Franklin's decision and what comes next for the program.

We'll also cover the most interesting parts of his press conference about the decision on Monday. What did Franklin say that piqued the interest of our experts? We'll break that down on today's BWI Live Show. Publisher Sean Fitz and Senior Editor Nate Bauer sit down to discuss the state of the program and to answer your questions.

We'll also review parts of the Michigan game and preview Penn State's next opponent, the Rutgers Scarlett Knights. If you haven't yet, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't miss any live or breaking news content.

Penn State moving on from Yurcich

There are several important factors in the team's decision to move on from Yurcich and most center around quarterback Drew Allar. Can the team find a better path forward on the football field to develop his confidence? From there, can they find a coordinator that fits Penn State and Allar's playing style?

We'll discuss the dangers of making and not making this move.

The Penn State running game has been the source of both the team's strength and its issues through ten games. Can Howle and Seider find a better path to putting them in a position to succeed as well? We'll discuss the Michigan game and what went wrong, ultimately leading to Yurich's removal.

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Breaking: Penn State Fires Mike Yurcich after loss to Michigan

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 12 Nov 2023 21:19:10 +0000

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Penn State head coach James Franklin made a decisive move on Sunday after the team’s 24-15 loss to Michigan. The team announced that it had parted ways with offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich before the play-caller finished his third season with the team. Blue White Illustrated discusses the breaking news here, and on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. Publisher, and veteran Penn State Football insider Sean Fitz discusses the move and the multi-faceted implications.

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Penn State, Franklin, moving on from Yurcich

The Nittany Lions have not had the success or continued production through three years under Yurcich. The team hired the former Oklahoma State and Texas coordinator after the 2020 COVID season. At the same time, the team entered a bad stretch of recruiting success on the offensive line and at wide receiver. The first cropped up in 2021 when the team struggled to consistently run the football. The team was 118th in the country, according to cfbstatscom in team rushing yards per game at 108.0.

The next season, Penn State still struggled to run the ball but the deep passing game never materialized with veteran quarterback Sean Clifford returning for his sixth year of eligibility. The team still finished the year 11-2 with an impressive Rose Bowl win over Utah. The Class of 2022 carried the team to an impressive ranking in what many figured would be a down year for the Nittany Lions. The story coming into 2023 was that this was Penn State’s best chance to reach the college football playoff with a young, five-star passer in Drew Allar.

The offense failed to show up in 2023 during big moments

But that’s not how things have played this year. Penn State scored 15 points during the competitive portions of its two biggest games of the year. The offense managed six points against Ohio State before a desperation touchdown, down two scores in the final minute of the game. Then this last Saturday, they improved to the tune of 9 points against Michigan.

Frustration and anger from Franklin boiled over after the game. For Franklin, calling out specific issues with the playcalling is a rare occurrence.

“We’ve got to do a better job of calling a game to allow our quarterback to get into rhythm. That is critical. We’ve got to find easy completions for a quarterback to get into rhythm. That’s what everybody does. We’ve got to do a good job of that. And then on top of that, although there weren’t sacks, there were too many pressures and there were too many times where we were not creating separation,” The head coach said after the game.

We'll discuss the situation and what comes next for the Nittany Lions, who are looking for the sixth offensive coordinator under Franklin at Penn State.

Breaking: Penn State Fires Mike Yurcich after loss to Michigan

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Penn State vs. Michigan Postgame Show | Offense Comes up Small Again in Big-Game Situation

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 22:44:00 +0000

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Offense Comes up Small Again in Big-Game Situation | Penn State vs. Michigan Postgame Show

Penn State battled with Michigan through the first half, holding Michigan to 14 points. The defense, while giving up big plays, held Michigan down for a good portion of the game. Third down run defense was a problem again for the Nittany Lions, who gave up a 22-yard touchdown on third and long to Donovan Edwards after the Wolverines ran the ball off the right side on third-and-long for a touchdown.

Neither team was interested in throwing the football in this game. Michigan scored a field goal in the third quarter on a 13-play, 45-yard drive that lasted eight minutes and featured zero completed passes. That drive was set up by a critical Drew Allar fumble that set up the score. Those points were the first given up by the Penn State defense in the third quarter this season. Through the first 45 minutes of the game, the two teams combined for just 21 passing attempts.

It was hot and cold again for the Penn State offense, who had two three-and-outs in the first half but also put together two five-plus minute drives that ended in points.

A critical moment in the fourth quarter

Penn State had a chance to strike early in the fourth quarter after the Penn State defense forced Michigan three-and-out from the shadow of the goal line. But special teams came up big on a questionable call on the return.

Sensational returner Daequan Hardy returned the ball near the 50-yard line, but a holding call on receiver Malik Meiga resulted in a swing of nearly 20 yards. Penn State ultimately punted and gave the ball back to the Wolverines, yet again failing to mount an offensive threat late in the game.

But the Penn State defense held stout and prolonged the Nittnay Lions' chances to close the gap on the next drive.

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Penn State vs. Michigan Tailgate Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 16:46:32 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team takes on Michigan tomorrow in one of the biggest games of the 2023 season. Join the Penn State Football tailgate Show live from outside the Bryce Jordan Center starting at 9 a.m. to get ready for the action. Former Penn State defensive tackle Aeneas Hawkins gives his thoughts on the importance of the game and how he thinks things will play out.

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Penn State vs. Michigan plus a scandal

News broke on Friday afternoon that Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh would be suspended from all games for the remainder of the season by the Big Ten and commissioner Tony Pettiti. While the legal case continues to evolve, we'll discuss what the role of a head coach is on the sidelines and how Harbaugh's absence can affect the team. We'll discuss what the role of a head coach is on game days and what Michigan will potentially be missing.

Also, does this move give Michigan extra motivation? We'll turn to Hawkins to get a player-level understanding of how the team will likely feel about the situation.

But the actual game still matters

While headlines off the field are one thing, the game is another. We'll discuss how the Michigan offense matches up with the Penn State defense and vice versa. You'll also hear features, look at the Big Ten Schedule for this week, and more.

But what type of game are we in store for? Penn State head coach James Franklin knows how these things go.

"I think we're going to have to be patient. I mean, could this game turn out to be game where there is multiple touchdowns scored on both sides and it comes down to a one-possession game and more of a shootout?"

"Yes," Franklin said rhetorically.

"Is it more likely to come down to a low-scoring game and a battle and a one-possession game and four-minute, two-minute type situations at the end? Probably most likely."

Franklin implored fans as much as his staff to embrace the game style and not get impatient for big plays or points when they're not there.

"So, for us, we got to make sure that we don't lose patience. There will be times where punting may be the best option. We just got to manage this game, and when the opportunities present themselves, we got to take advantage of it. I think patience is going to be critical."

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Five Things To Watch in Penn State vs. Michigan | Jim Harbaugh Suspended?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 16:37:00 +0000

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The Penn State Football team faces off against the Michigan Wolverines at Beaver Stadium for one last chance to prove they are a top-tier program in college football. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’re counting down five things you need to know in the upcoming game. Today, we’ll be joined by Clayton Sayfie of the Wolverine to give the Michigan perspective on the game.

We’ll discuss the upcoming game and also give you the latest on what disciplinary action the Big Ten is considering for Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh.

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Penn State vs Michigan, five things

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The threat of the running game and Michigan’s mystique as a run-first team have opened up some explosive options in the passing game. Most of the Michigan offense is vertical-based. MCcarthy’s arm strength and velocity on the ball come in handy in this over-the-top passing scheme. His average depth of target is 10.6 yards downfield, which is third in the Big Ten. While McCarthy isn’t chucking the ball deep as much as other quarterbacks, he’s shockingly far ahead in completion percentage.

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Lions offensive line presents a new challenge for Michigan

The Penn State offensive line will be one of Michigan's best this year.

While the run-blocking grade doesn’t consider the scheme, situation, or any other context, it’s a broad gauge to show that this is the best offensive line that Michigan has faced this year. It’s also true to point out that Michigan has seen 224 run snaps in 2023. That’s the third-fewest among Big Ten teams.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State has one last big recruiting weekend

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 9 Nov 2023 16:42:20 +0000

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Penn State football's biggest and most important game of the 2023 regular season is finally almost here. The Nittany Lions take on Michigan at Beaver Stadium to help decide the fate of the Big Ten East. But it's not just fans that are excited about the game. Hundreds of recruits will attend the duel of top-ten teams this weekend, and we're discussing who will be at the game this weekend. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to find out the biggest and most influential names on the list.

Recruiting experts Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz have been lighting up the phones to confirm which prospects will attend the showdown all week. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTub to find out what you need to know about this weekend.

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James Franklin previews upcoming recruiting environment

"I think this is one of the Fridays where I'm not out," Franklin said. "I've been out a good portion of the year. Not every game, but a good portion of the year, either Friday morning and Friday night. I don't think I'm out this week. And then, we got a ton of recruits coming in on Saturday. That's the hard part, especially with it being a 12 o'clock game. That makes it challenging."

But most of the recruits get the big picture and understand that there's a focus on the game.

"But I also think we try to communicate as much as we can with the recruits that, look, you just got to understand, we don't have a whole lot of opportunity to sit down with guys individually. So, I think most of them understand that. And then some of them that are able to get in here early then we may do something with them if they're here Friday or if they're staying the night Saturday, it allows us to do some things on Sunday. But it's challenging. Obviously, the game environment, the game, should create a great experience for them."

Penn State hosting lineman on official visit

One player who will get extra attention on Saturday is three-star lineman Andrew Dennis. The former Michigan State commit is in town for an official visit, which he announced earlier this week. How does all of that work and how crucial is Dennis to the Class of 2024? We'll discuss that, and more on the show.

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What can Penn State take from its win over Maryland into game against Michigan?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 8 Nov 2023 17:49:34 +0000

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The Penn State football team takes on Michigan this weekend in a critical matchup in the Big Ten East. Head coach James Franklin's squad put together its most complete effort against Maryland with a 51-15 win last Saturday. So, what elements translate from last week to this week? We'll discuss that and then break down the Michigan Wolverines on today's show.

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What can Penn State take from win over Maryland?

Two offensive changes from previous games stood out in last week's win over Maryland. First, racing out to 21 points in the first half was a change for Penn State. Franklin counts that as a team effort.

"Starting fast was huge in this game. That first fourth-down stop, not only was that a huge play in the game from a momentum standpoint, the first big momentum play of the game, but then also the offense was able to turn that into a first drive touchdown," Franklin said.

The second is that quarterback Drew Allar played with confidence and conviction we hadn't seen in quite some time. Franklin feels this has been coming with more experience from the sophomore quarterback.

"Yeah, I think obviously the more you play, the more comfortable you get and the more confidence you get, the more relaxed you can be. I do think being loose, being relaxed at every position I think is important.

That comes with preparation and confidence, and then obviously how we play helps with that as well."

Defense ready for rematch?

For the last year, the Penn State defense has had to hear that they weren't big enough or good enough to play with Michigan in the run game. Have they put in the work to be ready now?

"So first of all, I think we have been much more disciplined and consistent in gap responsibility. There has been times where we have tried to make plays and get out of our gap, and against good teams the ball will find the open gap.

I think we're a little bit bigger. I think the size has helped us as well. We're a little bit bigger across the front, specifically the D-line. Not to the point where it's affected our ability to move. I think that's a big part of what we do as well, is our movements and our games," Franklin said.

We'll discuss how the defensive line has proven over this year that they are ready to go and give thoughts on how the team will perform in that phase this weekend.

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Penn State vs. Michigan Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 7 Nov 2023 16:16:47 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions take on the Michigan Wolverines this weekend in Happy Valley for the most important game of the 2023 season. Join the Blue White Illustrated Live Show today at 10 a.m. as we discuss the last win for Penn State, James Franklin's press conference on Monday, and preview the upcoming game against Michigan.

James Franklin press conference

Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media on Monday to discuss the upcoming game against the Wolverines. We'll discuss what the media asked Franklin and what his responses mean for the upcoming game. Senior Editor Nate Bauer and publisher Sean Fitz have extensive experience taking the correct meaning from Franklin's comments and explaining the nuance of the situation.

Of course, the main topic of Monday's press conference was the Penn State run defense, which was gashed last year by the Wolverines. Franklin thinks his team is better in several areas than they were last season.

"I think we have been much more disciplined and consistent in gap responsibility. There has been times where we have tried to make plays and get out of our gap, and against good teams the ball will find the open gap," Franklin said.

"I think we're a little bit bigger. I think the size has helped us as well. We're a little bit bigger across the front, specifically the D-line. Not to the point where it's affected our ability to move. I think that's a big part of what we do as well, is our movements and our games."

Penn State vs. Michigan

Once we conclude the look at Franklin's press conference, we'll finish the show discussing the upcoming game. We'll give you an early preview of what situations and matchups will help determine the game and which players will need to play their best for the Nittany Lions to get a victory.

As he does each week, Franklin highlights the players they think are the most dangerous on each side of thel ball. Here are the players he gave this week. On offense, things start with quarterback JJ McCarthy.

"Their quarterback has been a differentiator for them, completing almost 76% of his balls. Also has the ability to make plays with his feet either running for first downs or extending plays," Franklin said.

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Hoops Show: Penn State basketball starts the 2023-24 season with big news

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 6 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

The Penn State Men's basketball team starts the 2023-2024 season Monday night against Delaware State. The Penn State Hoops Show returns to discuss the upcoming year, what to expect under new head coach Mike Rhoades, and more. There's also a special interview with the new GM of "More To Give", Pat Flannery. More To Give is the basketball-specific NIL endeavor under the Happy Valley United umbrella.

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Did the Light Just Come on for Drew Allar? | Penn State vs. Maryland

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 5 Nov 2023 01:49:30 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions finally got the complete-game effort from their offense that they've been looking for. The team defeated Maryland on Saturday in a complete-team shutdown that featured another dominating defensive performance and a breakout game from quarterback Drew Allar.

Join the BWI Live Postgame show to discuss the win and how the team performed on Saturday. We'll be discussing the schemes and plans by both teams that determined the game. If you haven't, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't when we go live after every Penn State football game.

Penn State pass game grows up

After a late-game surge that helped the Nittany Lions defeat Indiana, Allar picked up right where he left off. The 6-5 passer looked calm and poised in the pocket against Maryland. That confidence resulted in three first-half touchdowns for the Nittany Lions. Allar completed 76% of his passes in the first half, and the offense converted 80% of its first downs on the way to 21 first-half points.

Penn State head coach James Franklin has been happy with the way his young quarterback has progressed this season but was still looking for more heading into this matchup.

"I'm pleased with how it's going, but there is obviously a lot of room for growth there, not just specifically with him, but the pieces around him as well."

"The last thing I'll say, because we've talked about this a lot, is I also think the explosive plays help. You know, when you're able to complete a ball like we did with KeAndre, the more times you can put that on tape, that affects the defense very similar to a mobile quarterback."

Penn State completed those explosive plays against the Maryland defense and got support from players not named KeAndre Lambert-Smith. Receiver Dante Cephas had a breakout performance in the win with his most yards and catches of the season. Cephas had two touchdowns on the day and six catches for 53 yards.

Defense rebounds for lights-out performance

Aside from one drive, aided by a roughing of the punter penalty, the Penn State defense locked down the Maryland offense. Yes, Taulia Tagovailoa started the game 17-17, but the defense also sacked the Maryland quarterback four times.

Also, halftime was good for the Nittany Lion's defense again, who shut out another opponent in the third quarter. Penn State allowed -51 yards rushing through three quarters and allowed only 15 yards in the third frame.

We'll be discussing these topics and more on tonight's show.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Maryland | Five Things to Watch

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 3 Nov 2023 15:15:06 +0000

The Penn State Football team takes on Maryland Saturday in College Park in a pivotal game in the 2023 season. While the Terps are a 5-3 team that has lost three straight games, they present a dangerous challenge to the Nittany Lions this weekend.

On today's Five Things to Watch, we break down the matchups that will determine the game this weekend. We'll cover Penn State's rushing attack, Maryland's passing game, and the Terrapins front seven.

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Franklin aware of Maryland's passing attack

Penn State head coach James Franklin laid out the game during his Tuesday press conference.

"They're an 11-personnel spread team. Guys that we have respect for is their quarterback, obviously. Wide receivers, No. 6 and No. 1, Jeshaun Jones and Kaden Prather, and running back Roman Hemby. We got respect for those guys.

Other guys as well, obviously, but really kind of runs through their quarterback who has been playing there and been productive, owns every record that university has," Franklin said.

We'll discuss the reality of Maryland's offense and how they operate schematically.

Penn State offense faces unique matchup

The Maryland defense doesn't have one superstar, but the data suggests that its front seven is stacked with productive players. We'll sift through the information to point out which players, matchups, and schemes will determine the outcome of the game for the Penn State offense.

We'll discuss the Penn State rushing attack's matchup with Maryland, how the Lions will fare against a robust pass rush, and how the receivers will fare against the Maryland secondary.

But to me, it's a season that's going to look very different each week based on a lot of factors. Home, away, weather, environment, matchups. There's going to be a team where you say, on paper, you're supposed to be worse are supposed to be better, and the game doesn't play out that way because you got matchups that are in your favor or not in your favor. So there's just so many things that kind of go into it."

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BWI Live: Penn State vs Maryland Preview | Practice update

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 2 Nov 2023 23:39:32 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against Maryland this weekend in a regional clash with Big Ten and recruiting implications. On today's BWI Live Show, Penn State football veterans Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz discuss the upcoming game, review notes from last night's practice, and answer your questions.

Join the BWI Live show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the mailbag to end the show. We're taking your questions in the live chat, so subscribe to the channel and be part of the action!

We'll also cover what James Franklin had to say after Penn State practice last night, how the team will work through it's receiver issues for the remainder of the season, and more.

Penn State practice update

Both Bauer and Fitz were at Penn State's practice availability last night and took notes on the offense and defense. You can get their full insights from their Wednesday articles, but they'll also share thoughts on today's show.

Maryland Preview

There could not be two more directly opposed quarterbacks from a mindset standpoint. The firely and aggressive Taulia Tagovailoa has given Maryland a fighting chance each of the last three seasons he's been under center. New Penn State quarterback Drew Allar is a cool and methodical player who doesn't risk the football.

For this weekend's matchup, Franklin knows that Tagovailoa can challenge his defense in multiple ways.

"Yeah, really good player," Franklin said. "Obviously, statistically, he's number one in every category at the University of Maryland. They've had some good quarterbacks, all the way back to Boomer Esiason, and Frank Reich, and a ton of guys that have played there. Obviously, the thing that makes him challenging is his, not only decision-making as a passer and the weapons they have around him, but then also his athleticism and his quickness and his ability to improvise. Those are the things that become most challenging. But, whenever you got a guy that's played as much football as he has, that's why I think there was so much confidence with [Mike Locksley] and those guys coming into the season, and why they're confident now, because they got a veteran, experienced, proven quarterback," Franklin said.

We'll preview how the two teams match up and the major storylines that go into this game. It's a big recruiting weekend for both teams, with Penn State dominating the Maryland region in recruiting under Franklin.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll discuss what you have on your mind! Join the show or subscribe to Blue White Illustrated to ask a question on the mailbag submission thread before the show. We'll take the best questions and feature them on the final segment of the show.

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BWI Live: What can the Penn State offense do to help Drew Allar and what can he do to help himself?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 1 Nov 2023 15:29:32 +0000

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If there's been one constant theme around the Penn State offense from fans this year, it's frustration. The expectations of a five-star quarterback playing at an elite level reached a fever pitch after an explosive first game from Drew Allar.

But since then?

Reality has set in for Penn State fans about the play of a first-year quarterback. On today's show, we'll discuss Allar's performance against Indiana, along with his teammates on offense. We'll review the run game and the defense as well.

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Penn State pleased with Allar's progression

When building an offense, you can't solely cater to the quarterback's strengths. The ability of the personnel around him is also a factor in how you build an offense, according to James Franklin.

"The other thing obviously is being able to play to that quarterback's strengths. The challenge with that is there are so many factors that go into it. The offensive line, the running backs, the tight ends, the receivers play a major part in that," he said.

But regarding where the team is, Franklin is optimistic about the development despite the bumpy road.

"I'm pleased with how it's going, but there is obviously a lot of room for growth there, not just specifically with him, but the pieces around him as well."

"So all those things kind of factor into it. But I've been pleased with his development physically. Pleased with his development mentally. I think we got to do a better job helping him and making plays for him. He has to be more consistent with some things as well."

Defense has a down performance but confidence is high

Despite several blown coverages on Saturday, confidence in the defense remains high for the Penn State staff.

"I think there has been enough evidence over the season of who we are as a defense, and specifically who we are as a pass defense. When you play man coverage, are there some things that we can do technique and fundamental that probably wasn't executed on that play the way it should have been? Yes," Franklin said.

"But when you play man coverage as much as we do they're going to get you from time to time. The other one was a total blown assignment. I think there is enough body of work of who we have been as a defense to feel comfortable and confident with that."

We'll break down the coverage busts by the Nittany Lions and the big plays that led to a closer game than most expected against Indiana this past weekend.

Finally, we'll preview the Maryland Terrapins and what sort of team they'll bring to the field this coming weekend.

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Recruiting Show: Recruiting reaction and game recap of win over Indiana

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 15:33:23 +0000

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The Penn State Football team got a needed but scarier-than-expected win over Indiana on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. In a rarity for the Nittany Lions, the team didn’t cover against an opponent they were a heavy favorite against.

So, what happened to the team this weekend against the 2-6 Hoosiers? We’ll discuss the team’s performance on today’s BWI Live Show. We’ll also review the recruiting efforts from this past weekend and how the team made an impression on future prospects in the Class of 2024, 2025, and beyond.

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Penn State recruiting impressions and reaction

While the list of recruits will certainly be more intensive for the next home game against Michigan, the list for Indiana included some impressive players. On today’s show, we’ll discuss Alex Tatsch, Jermaine Kinsler, Naeshaun Montgomery, and more.

While he’s a 2025 prospect, Montgomery is a top receiver prospect and someone Penn State needs in a big way. How did things go this weekend? Join the show to find out.

Game reaction and discussion

Even in Penn State’s blowout wins, they’ve seemingly struggled to be consistent on offense. We’ll discuss the Nittany Lion’s offense on today’s show to dissect the good and bad from the game.

On the bad side, the team went three and out three times and had several sub 25-yard drives during the afternoon. Yet after a costly turnover late in the game, the Penn State offense and Drew Allar responded with an emphatic 78-yard touchdown drive, capped off by a 57-yard strike from Allar to KeAndre Lambert-Smith.

So, was this an evolution from the offense or a one-off play? If it’s an evolution, did the way it happened to come as a relief to an offense that seems to play tight and afraid of mistakes?

“No, but it was awesome. I enjoyed it. That was awesome. I wouldn’t describe it that way, but yeah, obviously Drew’s being able to sit in there and deliver that ball. KeAndre, being able to make that play and finish and stay in bounds was awesome. As you guys know, we talked about it enough. We talked about it a bunch. We’ve got to continue to be able to do that. So, that was awesome. It was awesome,” Penn Stae head coach James Franklin said after the game.

We’ll also discuss the defense and their off-day on the field. Finally, we’ll take your questions and thoughts during the show! Join the BWI Live Recruiting and Game Reaction Show today at 10 a.m.!

Penn State Recruiting Reaction and Game Recap of Win Over Indiana

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State late surge survives Indiana

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 28 Oct 2023 21:59:47 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions won against Indiana, but it was more of the same from the offense and an uncharacteristic down game for the Nittany Lion's defense. It was a dramatic conclusion with the 31-24 win with big plays through four quarters. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the win over the Hoosiers and Penn State's prospects as they enter the most critical two-game stretch left in the season.

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Penn State defense gives up uncharacteristic big plays

The Nittany Lion's defense has been the team's strength for the entire season, keeping the struggling offense in games with locked-in play. Yet on Saturday, the defense gave up two explosive touchdowns of 90 and 69 yards in the first half.

Free safety Zakee Wheatley was beaten in single coverage on the game's third drive, resulting in a catch and run of 90 yards for Dequece Carter. Next, the secondary miscommunicated on a blitz and allowed receiver Donaven McCulley to scamper free for another long touchdown.

The bad day for the coverage team wasn't over. Sorbsy hit Omar Cooper Jr. on a 26-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter to keep Indiana within three points.

However, even on an off day the defense kept the team in the game. They got a timely stop on third down with six minutes left in the game to give the ball back to the offense with a lead and a chance to kill the clock.

Offense continues to muddle along

There were some good moments for the Penn State offense, including a 16-yard touchdown to Theo Johnson up the middle on a Cover 0 by the defense. Quarterback Drew Allar hit Johnson in contested coverage for a red zone touchdown.

However, the team gave up multiple sacks and pressures on Saturday that, once again, kept the team off-kilter. However, the team still went three-and-out three times with another four-and-out in the game. With the surprising game pressure on them, the offense fell apart with the game on the line. Allar threw his first interception of the season with five minutes left, giving Indiana the ball on the 21-yard line.

But not for long.

After his first career interception, Allar uncorked a 57-yard touchdown pass to KeAndre Lambert-Smith and connected on possibly the biggest pass of his young career.

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Penn State vs. Indiana Tailgate Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 28 Oct 2023 15:45:53 +0000

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The Penn State Football team will try to rebound against Indiana on Saturday afternoon when they host the Hoosiers at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions are 6-1, coming off their first loss of the season to Ohio State, while Indiana is winless in conference play. Join the Penn State Football Tailgate Show live outside the Bryce Jordan Center at 9 a.m. as we preview the game. Former Penn State defensive tackle Aeneaas Hawkins will give his thoughts on the matchup and how Penn State can improve.

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Penn State vs. Indiana Preview

With the Nittany Lion's struggles on offense last week, we'll focus mainly on the offense and how things can improve on that side of the ball. The defense allowed only 20 points to one of the most dangerous teams in the country, so we'll discuss them, but the spotlight will be on Drew Allar and his teammates.

Most importantly, can Penn State regain their identity? Head coach James Franklin thinks they got away from it last week.

"Yeah, I think we talked about staying true to our identity, and I thought we got a little bit away from that at times."

"Somebody asked me earlier about our goal line package that we've been using, the three running backs and things like that that have been very successful in short yardage. We kind of got away from that."

While Franklin acknowledged that the team's identity is grounded in the run game, his main point was that they are an efficient team.

"I thought our identity was staying on schedule converting on third downs and then either converting on third downs or going for it on fourth down situations. I feel like that had been our identity for the season," Franklin said

"We have a lot of respect for their short-yardage defense and how they were defending it, but we did not do that. We did not either convert on third downs like we had been doing or put us in a situation where we were in fourth and short to go for it."

Penn State has a chance to redeem itself in the final month of the season, playing Maryland and Michigan after this home date with Indiana.

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BWI Live: Five Things that will show progress for the Penn State offense this weekend

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:14:00 +0000

The Penn State offense needs to adjust if they want to recover from their dysfunction that led to six points against Ohio State in the meaningful part of last weekend's loss. Raw point totals won't fix the Penn State offense against Big Ten basement dweller Indiana. The offense needs to force the issue and make some meaningful changes to how they operate on the football field.

Today, on Friday's Five Things, we're running down the five adjustments that could help the Penn State offense achieve a better threat balance for the season's final stretch.

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Penn State balance in the passing game

The Nittany Lions have struggled to use the full field this year, relying on select areas and routes to win. Head coach James Franklin acknowledges that this is a problem.

"Yeah, we've got to be able to attack the entire field. If most of our production is coming in similar areas of the field, then it makes you easier to defend. There's no doubt about it," Franklin said.

We'll look at where the targets are going and what the production looks like in the under-utilized areas of the field. While offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich likely has plans to fix the issue, we'll take a stab at it too.

Focus on the passing game

Most of today's show focuses on the Penn State passing game. The Nittany Lions don't represent enough of a credible threat to open up the running game right now. So restoring a balanced attack and credible threats is the critical fix. Franklin agrees that the team is behind in this area.

"Yeah, we're behind in the passing game. I think we've shown some flashes," he said.

Franklin believes that getting Harrison Wallace back up to speed and integrated into the passing game will help. However, the pass-catchers need to step up and it's something they've been told behind closed doors and now, publicly.

"I don't want to ever say anything's divisive between the offense and the defense. Or, a position group feeling like they're being called out. We do those things behind closed doors. But, the reality is, there's room for growth there."

Franklin believes this week is a good chance to take a step forward and execute properly.

"But, this is an opportunity to take a step this week and build confidence moving forward. I think there's guys in that room that have the ability to do the job and do the job at a high level. But it's about consistency physically. But, it's also consistency mentally."

Join the show to find out what we think that will look like on Saturday.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State vs Indiana Recruiting and Game Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 15:40:49 +0000

The Penn State Football team takes on Indiana on Saturday at noon in the friendly confines of Beaver Stadium. Who will be attending the game? Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. for a comprehensive matchup preview, including recruiting visitors and game breakdown.

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Today's questions feature a lengthy receiver conversation, offensive performance improvement guidelines, and more.

Penn State trying to turn the page from Ohio State loss

Penn State head coach James Franklin spoke with the media on Wednesday evening and tried to shift his focus forward to Indiana. However, the media was still interested in what happened last weekend against Ohio State. It's a delicate balancing act for Franklin to push forward but be a team-player with the fans and media.

""To be honest with you, we've had discussions about moving the press conference to Monday [from Tuesday] for a little bit of that reason, so we can move on and not keep doing this. Not keep going back and talking about it. I get [that the media] asks the questions. But for us., one of the ways to move on is to stop talking about it. And the hard part is [the media wants] to talk about it. Which, I get it. I totally get it."

"But, it's kind of sending mixed messages. The best way to move on is to focus on the next opponent, learn from it, which we did on Saturday night, which we did on all day Sunday. But then, it's time to move on to the next opponent, learn the lessons from the game, make the corrections, and then pour all of our energy into finding a way to get a win against Indiana and playing well, so we can build that confidence and take it for the rest of the season."

Penn State passing game

The biggest question for the Nittany Lions this year is its passing game with a new starting quarterback and a thin group of proven wide receivers. Franklin admitted on Wednesday that this part of his team is lagging behind.

"Yeah, we're behind in the passing game. I think we've shown some flashes. I think [Harrison "Trey" Wallce III]'s injury, when we didn't have a whole lot of proven guys before that; I think some guys that have kind of come in have transitioned a little bit slower than than we had hoped. But, this is an opportunity to take a step this week and build confidence moving forward. I think there's guys in that room that have the ability to do the job and do the job at a high level. But it's about consistency physically. But, it's also consistency mentally."

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BWI Live: Penn State searching for answers after loss to Ohio State | Game Recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:35:08 +0000

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In the biggest game of the Penn State Football season, the Nittany Lions laid an egg against Ohio State, losing 20-12. While the defense held up its end of the bargain, keeping the game to a one-score affair until late in the fourth quarter, the offense manged six points in the first 59 minutes of regulation.

So what happens next and where does Penn State go from here? We'll break it down on the BWI Live Show, airing at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Penn State football insiders Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz join the show to discuss the game that they saw live and in person at Ohio Stadium. We'll break down the offensive dysfunction that finally caught up with the Nittany Lions. We'll also cover the defensive effort against the Ohio State offense and against Marvin Harrison Jr.

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Penn State offense fails the biggest test of the year

No matter which way you look at it, the Nittany Lion's offensive numbers aren't pretty. Allar completed only 40% of his passes through the third quarter, thanks partly to four drops by his receivers during the game.

The Nittany Lions only managed to get nine rushes apiece for Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton during the game, which accounted for 74 of Penn State's 186 yards through the same time frame.

We'll break down why those things happened, what went into Penn State's total meltdown on offense, and what happens next.

Defense plays same game as last year

Once again, the Penn State defense held the line for most of three quarters but fell late thanks to the cumulative pressure put on them by the game script. The defense held Ohio State to 12 points through most of the contest, but a late turnover on downs by the Penn State offense set up Ohio State for the final go-ahead drive that led to Marvin Harrison's lone touchdown on the day.

Speaking of Harrison Jr., we'll review how Penn State covered the superstar wideout and how Kalen King availed himself in the biggest matchup of the year.

Finally, we'll review how a loss like this on a national stage either hurts recruiting or doesn't. Join the show live at 10 a.m. to be a part of the action!

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BWI Live: Penn State still not enough to win vs Ohio State | Postgame Show

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 21 Oct 2023 22:11:47 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions lost their first game of the season on Saturday afternoon when they went to Columbus, falling to Ohio State. The Penn State offense struggled to move the football all day, breaking their 30-point game-scoring streak. The Penn State defense once again kept the team in the game, holding the explosive Ohio State offense to ten points through three quarters.

Join the BWI Live postgame show to discuss the game. Want to be part of the show? Drop your comments in the live chat to get your voice heard. We'll cover the team's issues on offense, the defensive performance from the Nittany Lions, and how Ohio State allowed the Nittany Lions to stick around in the game.

Penn State offense fails to convert

The story of the game for the Penn State Nittany Lions was that they couldn't convert on third down. The team was 0-11 at one point early in the fourth quarter. Penn State had been a methodical offense that stayed ahead of the chains all year. But against Ohio State, that plan melted down.

It was another sub-standard road game for quarterback Drew Allar as well. The sophomore quarterback got off to a rocky start, then the offense failed to protect him, with multiple pressures up the middle that forced throwaways. Allar ended the game under 60% completion percentage on the road for the third time this year.

We'll cover what the Ohio State defense did to stop the Penn State attack in its tracks and force the offense into bad passing situations.

The offense had one final gasp in the middle of the fourth quarter when head coach James Franklin elected to go for it on fourth down just shy of the 50-yard line. Allar was hit by Ohio State defensive end JT Tuimoloau, and the ball fell incomplete. The Buckeyes marched down the field for the nail-in-the-coffin moment.

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BWI Live: Penn State vs. Ohio State preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:34:01 +0000

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The most important game of the 2023 season is almost upon us! The Penn State Nittany Lions head to Columbus to face the Ohio State Buckeyes in a showdown of undefeated top-ten teams. Join the BWI Live Show today at 10 a.m. to get the official game preview. We're discussing how Penn State will fare in the upcoming showdown, reviewing practice form Wednesday night, and taking your questions!

Penn State Football insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer will discuss what they saw at Wednesday's practice and give their predictions for the upcoming game. Subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTUbe channels so you don't miss our live shows or breaking news content!

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Penn State gets big piece back at practice this week

The status of Penn State guard JB Nelson was up in the air until Wednesday evening when he returned to practice ahead of the showdown with Ohio State. Head coach James Franklin was still ambivalent about how much he'd play this weekend.

"Yeah, we'll see. He's missed a little bit of time. So obviously getting him back, kind of in the mix and greased up and ready to go. The good thing is Vega's played well. So obviously, be able to evaluate that throughout the week. I think they're both going to play. So, we'll see how it plays out," Franklin said.

We'll explain what Nelson's presence means for the offensive line and the Penn State offense. Bauer and Fitz will also discuss the most important things they saw at practice on Wednesday night.

Previewing matchup with Ohio State

Next, we'll preview Penn State's showdown with Ohio State. It's the best team that Franklin's squad has faced this year. But do they need to be perfect against the Buckeyes to come away with a victory? Not so fast,

"The reality is, confidence comes with preparing well. But, it also comes with experience. And, those guys have it. Our most veteran players, our best leaders, our best players, they need to play well in these types of games. We don't have to play perfect, but we need to play well in these types of games," Franklin said

We'll turn the show's last segment over to you, the fan. What's on your mind as the team heads into the weekend? Join the show live to ask a question in the live chat. We'll be taking them during the BWI Mailbag to end the show.

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BWI Live: Is Penn State the more talented than Ohio State this year?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 14:19:56 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team takes on the Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday in Columbus for a showdown to help determine the Big Ten East. We preview the game on today's BWI Live Show. Join the Keystone Kickoff Show's exclusive video presentation on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. We preview the Ohio State defense, offense, and where Penn State has advantages on Saturday.

Penn State has to contend with the best receiver in America

While the Ohio State offense isn't what it's been in the past, the team still is incredibly dangerous thanks to Marvin Harrison Jr. We discuss how he can change the game in an instant. On Tuesday, Penn State head coach James Franklin broke down what makes him special.

"Well, I think number one, the thing that jumps out to me is his body control and ball skills. He's got the ability to contort his body in the positions and catch the ball effortlessly."

I think that's the first thing.

The other thing, he's just smooth and fluid. You know, a guy that you guys are familiar with that I think was smooth and fluid, similar to him is Jahan [Dotson]. The difference is this guy is doing it at 6'3", 6'4". It's interesting, you watch him on tape and he looks like he's got good size, but when you see him in person, he's a big dude."

Critical Matchup for Nittany Lions interior O-Line

We also highlight an area that has performed well for the Nittany Lions this year. Can the interior of the Penn State offensive line, which will presumably be without starting guard JB Nelson, play to the same level that they've achieved against a very good defense? While we focus on the defensive line on today's show. Franklin explained the Ohio State defense and how it presents challenges in the run game with three safeties.

"When you're playing, say, a traditional 4-3, traditional 3-4, you got rules of how you account for the guys in the box. How you're going to block to the Sam, combo block to the Mike, combo block to the Will or you're reading the Will in the RPO.

Now they got this extra safety like Ohio State is doing like Iowa State was the team that made it kind of sexy and popular out there. It's different than your normal rules of how you account for that guy in the run game.

So that's where it can become challenging, is you're having to teach things different than you normally do," Franklin said.

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Recruiting Show: Decision Day For Jaylen Harvey | Penn State football recap and preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:12:39 +0000

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The Penn State Football team is 6-0 heading into its biggest game of the 2023 season this weekend. Before we get to the matchup with Ohio State, we'll put a final word on the past weekend against UMass on today's BWI Live show.

It's also decision day for four-star defensive line target Jaylen Harvey. The Maryland product has pushed back his decision date several times but will announce Monday night between Penn State, USC, and Maryland. The BWI Liv recruiting show will preview the decision and discuss how they see things playing out.

Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube, and as always, subscribe to the channel if you haven't yet. We'll take fans' questions live in the chat and discuss the topics you bring up!

Penn State waiting for a decision from Harvey

It's been a long and interesting journey with Harvey and Penn State. The 89-overall prospect in the On3 Ranking System has been a heavy lean toward the Nittany Lions since the spring but has yet to pull the trigger. On today's show, we'll recap his recruiting journey to this point and get fans up to speed on what the latest is on his recruitment. Recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will break it all down for you on the show.

We'll also discuss what type of player Harvey is and how he would fit into the Penn State defensive line class under Deion Barnes. The 6-2, 245-pound defender could play multiple positions in the future, so the group will detail his potential fits at the next level and describe what type of player he is outside of his physical tools.

UMass victory is the final test before Ohio State

The Nittany Lions got a feel-good victory on Saturday afternoon over the UMass Minutemen in a cold, wet game. We'll recap the most interesting and relevant parts of the 63-0 contest. On offense, we'll discuss how the team generated more shot plays downfield and how that portion of the offense looked in the rain.

Next, we'll discuss the offense's performance outside of quarterback Drew Allar, including how Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton fared in the win.

But of course, the real story is the Penn State defense obliterating the UMass offense. We'll discuss the day that Daequan Hardy had on defense and on kick return. Do the Nittany Lions have a new punt returner for the rest of the season?

Finally, we'll look ahead to the showdown in Columbus this coming weekend.

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State stays undefeated, sets up showdown with Ohio State

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 14 Oct 2023 23:59:13 +0000

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On Saturday, the Penn State Nittany Lions Football team defeated UMass on a rainy and cold October day in Happy Valley. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show immediately following the game to discuss the win and how the team is set up to face Ohio State in the defining game of the 2023 season next Saturday in Columbus.

Penn State offense shakes off slow start

It was another slow start by the Nittany Lions until cornerback Daequan Hardy ripped off a 56-yard punt return for a touchdown on his first return of the season. The 5-9 corner had a strong game with a pass breakup and several disruptive plays in the first half. He later capped his career day with a second punt return for a touchdown.

The team also committed its first turnover on offense for the 2023 season. Injured receiver Trey Wallace returned to the lineup and got off to a rusty start. He fumbled on a slant route to give up the ball, then missed a deep pass from Allar.

But the slow start quickly faded away, and Penn State scored on four straight drives to blow the game open and put things to bed early in the third quarter. Penn State's offense finally found it's explosive stride with Wallace back in the lineup. Wallace caught a shallow pass and ran for 31 yards, and then Theo Johnson finally got involved in the deep passing game. Allar connected with the 6-6 tight end on a 30-yard touchdown strike over the middle to score early in the third quarter. Johnson followed that up with an 18-yard catch and run to put Penn State up 42-0 and the starters to call it a day.

Defense domiantes again

Once again, the Penn State defense was beyond suffocating. This week's flavor of havoc was sacks. The team registered six of them before halftime and allowed just one net rushing yard in the shutout performance by the starters. Before the competitive portion of the game was over, UMass averaged five yards per drive. The defense also racked up 13 tackles for loss and was virtually unopposed into the backfield on run or pass plays on the afternoon. The standout performer was defensive end Adisa Isaac, who tallied 2.5 sacks and 3.5 tackles for a loss on the day.

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BWI Live: Penn State Football Tailgate Show- Homecoming vs. UMass

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:30:39 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces UMass today at 3:30 for the 2023 Homecoming game. We’re previewing the game today on the Penn State Football Tailgate Show, starting at 12:30. The show airs live, outside of the Bryce Jordan Center across the street from Beaver Stadium. Former Penn State defensive tackle Aeneas Hawkins gives you his thoughts on the upcoming game and the state of the Nittany Lions as they head into the pivotal second half of the season.

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Penn State impressed with UMass

Penn State head coach James Franklin discussed the UMass football team to begin the week and praised the Independent club for their innovation and production on offense.

“Their offensive coordinator, we’ve been impressed with, Steve Casula. Steve is doing a really nice job for them. We’ve been impressed with them on offense.

They’re an 11-person, no-huddle spread, heavy, heavy RPO team. Maybe the most explosive team we’ve played this year. If you look at them statistically, they’re No. 2 in major college football for plays of 50 yards or more. They’re ranked No. 2 in the country. Plays of 10 yards or more, they’re ranked ninth in the country, so this is an explosive team,” Franklin said

It’s also the first game that Penn State should have number two wide receiver Harrison Trey Wallace back in the lineup in a meaningful way. Wallace appeared in the game against Iowa but wasn’t targeted and then missed the game against Northwestern the following week before the bye. During the show, Hawkins highlights the receivers in his Key Matchups segment to break down how Wallace’s return affects the offense.

1-0, but with an eye on the future

One of the key elements of the final non-conference game is health. Wallace is back, but the team lost guard JB Nelson during the last contest with Northwestern. Franklin wouldn’t comment on his stats, per his usual policy with injuries, but he did acknowledge that the team is, overall, in a good spot.

“Nothing has changed with J.B. in terms of how we normally discuss injuries and things like that. Nothing has changed there.

In terms of health, I think we’re in a pretty good place from the things that we talked about in terms of the number of reps our guys have had in games the number of guys we’re playing. I think we’re in a pretty good place from that perspective.

I mean, obviously, you’d always love to be totally healthy, and we’re not that, but I think we’re in a pretty good place,” Franklin said.

With the team’s showdown against Ohio State looming next week, getting out of this game healthy is a critical part of today’s contest. We’ll discuss the Penn State offense, defense, and give predictions for the game on today’s show. Join us starting at 12:30!

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BWI Live: Five Things To Watch When Penn State plays UMass | Getting the groove back

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:01:02 +0000

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The Penn State football team takes on UMass Saturday for its final non-conference game of the season. While no one expects this to be a challenging game for the Nittany Lions, it's important to examine how the team can prepare for the second half of its season with this contest. Today on the BWI Live show, we'll examine five things we're looking for when Penn State takes the field against UMass.

If you want to get your thoughts on how you'd like to see the Penn State offense and defense play, join the show live and discuss the game! We'll be taking live questions from the chat and discussing season-long trends in how the team has played so far this season.

Penn State getting its groove back

The Penn State running game is productive but hasn't had the feel-good plays they wanted this season. Despite that, running backs coach Ja'Juan Seider is happy with how his tandem of Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen have played so far this year.

"I really like where we're at. Contrary to belief, we run the ball effectively. We haven't had a long runs. Everybody knows that. But if you watch the film, you watch the defense the week before they play us, and the week when they play us, we are getting different defenses every week," Seider said.

However, we'll discuss what head coach James Franklin said earlier in the week about how great running backs can get off their groove. Does Penn State need to re-establish that?

We'll check in with Seider, who again puts that on the coaches and the defenses paying extra attention to his dynamic duo.

"Well, I mean, talking about instincts, I think a lot of that is on us as coaches, being able to get back to who we are in our running style and what plays we want to carry out the week. You know, we probably added some stuff in there that we wish, as a coach, you wish you'd maybe take back and get back to our fundamentals. But it's also a defense a lot of time, dictate what type of scheme we run throughout the week."

UMass making things happen for both sides of the ball

We discussed earlier in the week that UMass's offense is explosive but plays with a risk-reward style. We'll dive into some numbers that illustrate what kind of day it will be for the defense if they can be opportunistic with their chances.

Next, we'll examine how the UMass defense plays and how it might be tailor-made to get Penn State's struggling passing game back on track this week.

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BWI Live: Penn State Generations of Greatness Game Preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:50:50 +0000

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Penn State Football dons their "Generations of Greatness" jerseys Saturday for the 103rd homecoming game at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions face UMass in the final non-conference class of the 2023 regular season. We're previewing the game and discussing how Penn State sets up for the second half of the season this week on today's BWI Live Show. Join the show live at 10 a.m. on YouTube and be part of the action!

Veteran reporters Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer were at practice on Wednesday evening and will report some of their observations on today's show. We'll also discuss James Franklin's press conference, which was less dramatic than Tuesday but still had substance. We'll also give score predictions for the game and answer questions in the weekly mailbag segment.

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Penn State practice observations and James Franklin press conference recap

Having a team like UMass late in the year might cause fans and media to look ahead at Ohio State on the schedule, but Franklin thinks his team is locked in and improving their performance each day in practice,

"I thought our Tuesday practice was as good of a Tuesday practice as we've had in a long time. our Tuesday practice against West Virginia was really good. But then we didn't back it up with a Wednesday practice that was right. We're starting to kind of really figure out how to practice at a really high level on a consistent basis. And whether it's football or any other industry or sport, being really successful is about consistency," Franklin said afterward.

He also made a statement to start his press conference about inaccurate reporting by national outlets, which we'll discuss on the show.

Franklin also fanned the desires of some fans to see right tackle Caedan Wallace move from right tackle, paving the way for redshirt freshman Drew Shelton to take his place. Penn State's head coach mentioned that Wallace has gotten work at guard this year.

"It's just flexibility. Obviously, when we lost Landon, that changed some things for us. I think Caedan is the guy that has the feet and athleticism to play tackle, but he's also got the size and the power to play guard. He's 330 pounds or somewhere around there. So he just creates flexibility. That's good for us, and I think it's gonna be good for him long term as well."

Game predictions and Mailbag

Finally, we'll preview the game and give score predictions. We're also taking your questions on the show! Our weekly Mailbag features questions from the BWI message board, which you can sign up and access here. But we'll also take select questions from the chat, so join us at 10 a.m. and be part of the live chat!

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BWI Live: Will injuries affect Penn State down the stretch? Second Half Preview

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The Penn State Football team is 5-0 heading into the critical second half of its 2023 season. With battles against Ohio State and Michigan looming in the coming weeks, we're discussing what the staff is likely working on to improve its team before those games.

Today, on the Keystone Kickoff Show, presented on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel, we're discussing what the team worked on during the bye week and what they need to improve to be a complete team.

Join the show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube as we answer fans questions and explain where the team's strengths lie on the roster. We'll discuss the Penn State passing game and Trey Wallace's absence affecting the team dynamic. We'll also explain how the defense has turned into a suffocating unit.

Will Penn State offense be whole coming out of the bye?

So, what's wrong with the Penn State passing game? Penn State head coach James Franklin was fairly blunt about the inconsistency issues.

I think that's where -- that's been probably impacted as much as anything is when you really have two guys that have played a ton of football for you at the receiver position and there being some consistency and trust in practice and in games with those guys, and then you lose one of them for a couple of weeks, that magnifies that.

Being able to have Trey [Wallace] back and KeAndre [Lambert-Smith] on the field while those other guys are developing those roles and those opportunities and that confidence, I think will be helpful.

But I think getting Trey back is a huge piece of that puzzle," Franklin said.

Penn State defensive line turning the corner?

The Penn State defense has been suffocating over the last month of the season, thanks largely to an improvement up front. We'll discuss how the team's defensive tackles have taken strides to improve, not just as athletes but as football players. It's a sentiment Franklin backed up yesterday.

"We want our guys to be lean and athletic, but more importantly, they're playing in a way that they're so disruptive. We're more consistently gap sound. We're more consistently disruptive.

I know Manny [Diaz] and Deion [Barnes] have been very pleased as we sit in there -- I watched the game typically on the ride home on the plane and then I watch it typically in the morning and then I watch it with the defense, and just hearing them talk about the defense and how we're playing, guys doing their job on a consistent basis.

But they're also playing bigger in terms of being disruptive and being gap-sound and doing their jobs on a consistent basis," Franklin said.

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Why did James Franklin single out Penn State corner Johnny Dixon? Press conference reaction

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 20:07:00 +0000

Penn State Nittany Lions football head coach James Franklin spoke with the media on Tuesday to begin the second half of the 2023 season. We're recapping his conversation with the media. Among today's topics included Franklin singling out another football player that he said needs to get more attention, cornerback Johnny Dixon. Why has Franklin started doing this? Senior editor Nate Bauer discusses some of the subtext around players and how that has potentially changed how Franklin conducts his press conferences.

Check out the full video here, or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel.

Franklin singling out Penn State players

While Franklin isn't afraid to talk about individual players, it was rare for him to bring up individual players unless asked about them. Now, he's done it several times this year during his opening statements of a weekly Tuesday press conference.

"I did want to give one of our guys some love because I don't think he's getting enough attention for how well he is playing. It really started in training camp and has continued, and that's Johnny Dixon. I think Johnny is playing really good football. I think we have two corners-- we have more than that but two corners in Johnny and Kalen that are tough guys and that are physical at that position, which is less common now than it used to be.

They do a really good job in a lot of different ways, not just defending the pass. Johnny is a great blitzer, then also supporting the run, so I wanted to give him some love because it's deserved," Franklin said.

Bauer gives his thoughts about what could be driving this change from Franklin. Check out the video for his thoughts.

Next, we discuss the team's health coming out of the bye week. The team has been observably healthy, minus wide receiver and left guard. So, how do you balance losing two players at guard and one of two consistent wide receivers but having a healthy team? We discuss the delicate balance Penn State has, especially on offense.

Next, we dive into Penn State's quest for balance this year. Franklin once again detailed what he thinks balance on offense means.

"I mean, as you guys know, we want to have the ability to run or pass. In any game and in any given situation, that's kind of how we view balance. We want to continue to build on that."

But how many teams can do that? We discuss how close Penn State could be to achieving that ability to adapt to their environment each week and how hard it is to achieve.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Class of 2024 recruiting - Forecasting the final months

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 9 Oct 2023 15:45:31 +0000

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The Penn State football recruiting Class enters the final quarter of its recruiting cycle as the calendar shifts to October. Today on the BWI Live Show, we'll look at the important dates left during the 2024 season for Penn State to impress talent and cap off the class. Recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will also discuss the various recruiting topics coming into focus in the month's first week.

The current team hosts UMass for Homecoming this weekend so we'll give fans a sense of the type of players Penn State is inviting to the game. We'll also review September to find out what we learned about the Class of 2024.

Join the show at 10 a.m. on YouTube to discuss these topics and more! We'll be doing another round of True or False, so join the show with a statement you want our experts to evaluate! If you haven't yet, subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel so you don't miss any live shows!

Penn State hosts UMass

Penn State only has one big recruiting event left on the calendar for the upcoming season, when Michigan visits Happy Valley on Nov. 11. So how does the team maximize its remaining dates? We'll discuss the type of players coming to the UMass home game on Saturday and how targeted the Nittany Lions will be with their final scholarships.

After that, we'll examine the important dates remaining on the calendar for the season and map out what fans should expect in the coming months. Also, with several Big Ten schools experiencing turmoil this year, should Penn State set aside more scholarships in the transfer portal than they would typically do? We'll let our experts consider how they think the cycle will resolve in the coming months.

True or False: Recruiting Edition

While we'll spend most of our time looking ahead, it's always good to spend a moment reviewing what we've learned. Snyder gave three things he learned about the Class of 2024 last week, which we'll touch on today. Fitz will give some of his most significant takeaways from last month as well.

But our final segment of the show will predict major stories for Penn State's recruiting efforts in the coming months. We're doing another True or False round on the BWI Live show this morning. Bring your questions in the form of a statement to the show, and our experts will answer the best ones at the end of the show! Join us at 10 a.m. on YouTube to be part of the action.

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Recruiting Show: Penn State Class of 2024 Senior Season Standouts

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 6 Oct 2023 15:09:15 +0000

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Much of the Penn State Nittany Lions recruiting class is through the majority of their senior seasons. So, reporter Ryan Snyder decided to see how they were faring. He’s compiled the most impressive stats from the Class of 2024 and joins the BWI Live Show to discuss which players are having the most impactful seasons for their high school teams.

Join the show to hear how quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer, running back Quinton Martin, receiver Peter Gonzalez and defensive end Mylachi Williams, among others, have done so far this year. He’ll also give his thoughts on the new conference schedule that the Big Ten released last week and how the team has played so far this season.

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Earlier this week, Snyder wrote about the offensive and defensive players who have so far this year.

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On today’s show, Snyder will highlight the players that stood out to him during his class performance research. Penn State linebacker commit Anthony Speca is “Penn State’s most impressive players this season” from a statistical standpoint. Snyder will explain how prolific Speca has been and the show will discuss where he’s improved during his final year in high school.

Offensively, Snyder broke down Grunkemeyer’s season game-by-game. He discusses the impact that the senior quarterback has had on his team’s win-loss record as well. We’ll break down the offensive players and their individual impacts on their teams as well.

Blue-Chip talent

While the Penn State Class of 2024 ranks outside the top ten, it doesn’t mean they’re without serious talent. We’ll discuss an article from Greg Pickel earlier today, outlining an impressive fact about the makeup of the team’s 2024 class.

Snyder will also give his thoughts on the current Penn State squad’s performance through five games and what sort of second half he expects them to have in 2023. What sort of impact can this year have on 2024 and beyond? We’ll get his thoughts about the new Big Ten schedule and how the Nittany Lion’s path to a future playoff berth shakes out.

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BONUS Episode: Breaking Down Penn State's new Big Ten Schedule for 2024 and beyond

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BWI Live: True or False? Penn State will make the Big Ten Championship Game

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The Penn State football team starts the second half of its 2023 season next week when they host the UMass Minutemen at Beaver Stadium for Homecoming. But most fans aren't focused on the next game or the bye week. They have their eyes set on the game against Ohio State and the postseason after the team's 5-0 start.

Today on the BWI Live Show, Penn State football insider Nate Bauer joins the show to discuss some of the biggest storylines and gives his predictions on how the team will fare in the second half of the season. We'll do that in a new segment, True? Or False? We'll also recap Penn State's bye week practice and get to fan questions in the BWI Mailbag!

All of that happens today, starting at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Join the show and ask a question of the experts in the live chat! If you haven't yet, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube so you don't miss our live shows!

Penn State practice update

The Nittany Lions held open practice on Wednesday, and Penn State head coach James Franklin chatted with the media during his lone appearance during the bye week. We'll discuss what we saw and heard during the open portion of practice and recap what Franklin had to say. Check out the site for more in-depth recaps from Bauer and Sean Fitz.

True or False?

We're unveiling a new segment on the BWI Live show called True or False? We'll ask a series of questions and give Bauer a chance to respond to the statement with a true or false and explain his answer. You can play along in the live chat; the best answers will make it on the show! Will Penn State make the Big Ten Championship game in 2023? Find out what Bauer thinks.

BWI Mailbag

Lastly, we'll turn the show over to you, the fans! We've selected the best questions from the BWI Mailbag submission thread, and we're answering them on today's show. Want to get a question on air? Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and get access to premium content, plus the Lion's Den message board, where you can find the thread.

Today's questions focus mainly on the Penn State offense. Fans want to know if Penn State's offense can get out of its "slump", if the coaching staff is getting in the way of star player's potential, and if the punting game is getting a bad rap, thanks to the field goal issues.

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BWI Live: Penn State midseason recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 4 Oct 2023 15:40:19 +0000

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Penn State football is 5-0 through roughly the first half of the 2023 season. We're checking in on the Nittany Lions midway through their run at a Big Ten title to see how they're progressing on both sides of the ball. Join the Keystone Kickoff Show on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube to join the discussion about the Nittany Lion's progress so far.

Penn State offense self-assessment

Penn State offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich spoke with the media during the bye week and addressed several issues on the offensive side of the ball. Despite scoring over 30 points per game this season, there are elements of the passing game that Yurcich isn't pleased with, namely, wide receiver communication with the quarterback.

Yeah, it's a big concern with me right now and to us as an entire staff and we've got to remedy that fast. And we got to be on point with our landmarks and our depths of routes and our timing. That is something that we're going to address, and that is a big issue. We have to clean up."

However, the nature of the offense comes down to the quarterback and how he sees the field. issues with route timing and communication don't matter unless the signal caller can process the information and make decisions. So far, Allar has been a by-the-book quarterback in his first season. He's building plenty of trust with the offensive staff, says Yurcich.

"I think Drew has a really good feel for seeing the field. He does a great job of going where he needs to go with the ball and where he should go with the ball based on what the defense has given us. So it's not a freelance type deal. When the ball snapped, they do whatever.

Obviously, there's things that we go through and progressions and rules. And the more we have trust that he's going to follow those rules and when certain times come where he sees certain things and gets to a particular route or progression. There's thoughtfulness behind it," Yurcich said.

Penn State defense benefitting from the offensive style

Part of Penn State's dominance over the last several weeks has been the team's ability to rest. The Nittany Lions are playing fewer snaps and have greater depth than in past years. Defensive coordinator Manny Diaz sees a fresh team when they step on the field.

"We are playing less snaps. Our offense has had a big help in that with the way that they possess the football. And ideally, that just keeps us fresher for the second half of the season. We've got some guys who have played 75 percent fewer stamps than they played this time last year. So there's a real added benefit to that," Diaz said.

On today's show, we'll discuss elements of these topics, including the nature of the quarterback, the issues in the run game, and the offense's explosiveness. Defensively, we'll focus on areas that the team has improved through five weeks and discuss the nature of the defense and how it aims to dictate terms to the offense.

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Recruiting/game recap: Is the Penn State offense stuck in neutral? | Commit film breakdown

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Mon, 2 Oct 2023 15:22:13 +0000

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The Penn State Football team faced off against Northwestern on Saturday and returned with a 41-13 victory. Once again, the Nittany Lions came out slow in the first half, with the score tied 10-10 heading into the break. The team then ripped off 17 unanswered points to put the game away in the third frame. Today, we'll discuss the Penn State offensive identity through the season's first five games. We'll pair that with the team philosophy and how the team's complimentary football approach works right now.

Then, we'll dip into recruiting and give an updated evaluation of some of Penn State's Class of 2024 players by doing a live scouting session on the show.

Want to be part of the conversation? Join the BWI Live show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube. Blue White Illustrated publisher Sean Fitz will discuss his thoughts on the game, the development of the 2024 class, and more! Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube so you don't miss any live content.

Penn State vs. Northwestern, offensive identity

Penn State football made few splashy plays against Northwestern, but they did find a way to win and win big. But is that lack of dominant, consistent performance from Drew Allar and company a concern? Fitz will discuss that facet of the team, which has become the obsession of Penn State fans. Also, we'll discuss the Penn Stae running game as well. How far off are the Nittany Lions from breaking big runs?

We'll discuss the offensive progress through five games and try to identify common themes that will factor into the next half of the year.

Defensive dominance

The Nittany Lion's defense was once again the engine of destruction for another Big Ten offense. How good is this group? We'll discuss how the Penn State defensive line dictated the action of Saturday's game and how it led to another dominant performance.

Penn State Class of 2024 update

Finally, we'll look at the Penn State recruiting class of 2024 as they're progressing into the second half of their senior season. We'll play the most recent highlights from many of the commits to see where they're improving and how their games will translate to the next level. We'll discuss the play of quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer, running back Quinton Martin, offensive lineman Garrett Sexton, and tight end Luke Reynolds to highlight the list.

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Penn State grinds out another win | Northwestern recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 21:49:46 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions didn't get their explosive win on Saturday, but they still got a win over Northwestern on Saturday. Join the BWI Live Postgame Show to discuss the win and the Nittany Lion's 5-0 start. We'll break down the game, what happened, and how Northwestern's defense frustrated the Penn State offense.

Despite the lack of explosive offense, the Nittany Lions scored 17 points in the third quarter to get a large enough lead to keep Northwestern at bay. Quarterback Ben Bryant also went down with an apparent shoulder injury after a third-down sack by Zane Durant that extinguished Northwestern's best chance to make the game competitive.

Penn State defense puts up another elite performance

Not only did Penn State knock out the starting quarterback for Northwestern, but they suffocated the Wildcats offense through most of the game. Penn State racked up 10 TFLs in the competitive portion of the game and corralled four sacks and five QB hits.

Once again, the defense held the line while the offense struggled to generate points in bunches. They limited Northwestern to under 200 yards of total offense and less than a yard per rush. The starting secondary still hasn't allowed a passing touchdown through five games of the year.

Offense not stuck, but slow

Yet the story coming out of the game once again is the Penn State offense that struggled to generate explosive plays against a wounded Northwestern defense. The offense averaged 3.4 yards per carry on the day and the rushing offense failed to register a run of over 20 yards against a defense that allowed 20+ run plays of that kind through the last two games.

The passing game had more success, but Allar was once again less effective on the road, completing 55% of his passes on the day. Injuries cropped up on Saturday as well. Starting running back Kaytron Allen also missed the second half of the game, and JB Nelson left on a cart in the first half. The team was already without starting lineman Landon Tengwall with a career-ending injury during training camp.

Join the BWI Live postgame show to get your thoughts on air! We'll be taking your questions and comments about the team's win. Were you satisfied with another win that took time to develop? Or are you frustrated with the lack of big plays and dominant offense? We'll take you through the game and discuss today's key points but highlight season-long themes from the team.

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BWI Tailgate Show: Penn State vs. Northwestern preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:55:23 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces Northwestern today at Ryan Field for it's fifth game of the 2023 season. Start your day with Penn State Football tailgate Show, featuring former Penn State defensive tackle Aeneas Hawkins! We'll preview the game for 90 minutes and discuss the important topics and matchups in the game that kicks off at noon.

How real is the sleepy home field advantage for the Wildcats? How does Penn State overcome that inertia to get a fast start? We'll discuss that, plus highlight the areas where the team can improve this week.

Join the show at 9 am on YouTube or locally on 99.5 The Bus in State College. The Penn State Tailgate Show is a broadcast of Seven Mountains Media and is simulcast on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any live content!

Penn State vs. Northwestern

Penn State head coach James Franklin made no secret that he thinks the lack of big energy is an advantage for Northwestern at home.

These guys are 2-0 win at home. You look at Northwestern, they've typically had good home records. Why? Because it can be challenging to play there. They're used to the environment. Other people may not be. It's going to be very different than what we played in last week. So just being transparent and honest. A we internally motivated? Or are we externally motivated?

Big plays on the way?

Franklin hasn't shied away from the conversation around explosive plays. It's a goal of his offense and program-building philosophy. So, what's the right level of emphasis to place on big-time offensive gains? We'll discuss that and break down how likely the team is to generate those splash plays this week. Is it more likely to get big run plays or pass plays?

Defensive improvement leads to shut out

The Penn State front seven improved their gap integrity over the first month of the season, culminating in a shutout of Iowa during the 2023 White Out. How hard is it to be gap sound in Manny Diaz's defense? We'll ask Hawkins what he's seen on film from the Nittany Lions and how they're working to get better each week.

Can we expect another shutout this week? We'll discuss that in our predictions segment.

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BWI Live: Five Things To Watch | Penn State poised for explosive plays vs. Northwestern?

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:00:43 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces off against Northwestern on Saturday for the team's second road game of the season. Get ready for the game with Five Things To Watch in the upcoming game. Will Penn State finally hit some more big plays this weekend? We'll take you through the critical factors that might give the Nittany Lions a chance to put up fireworks during the game.

Check out the show and be part of the conversation on Friday at 10 a.m. We'll be taking your thoughts and comments on the show so join the action! Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube so you don't miss any of our live shows, featured content, or breaking news.

Penn State vs. Quarters

So far this season, Penn State has played conservative defenses that want to keep a lid on big plays. We'll explain how the quarters defense affects the Nittany Lions' passing attack and their rushing efforts. Head coach Jame Franklin explained how this two-high defense differs from the rest of the coverages in the same family.

"There's a big difference between two safeties, with a cover to philosophy two safeties, with a quarter-quarter half philosophy and then two safeties, that are playing quarters, because really quarters you could really put into, you know, a totally different family because it's a way to play middle of the field open but really technically nine guys in the box," Franklin said.

We'll discuss how that's affected the Nittany Lions' passing and rushing attacks through four games this year.

Tough, but how good are they?

We'll dive into film analysis of the Northwestern defense next and discuss the nature of how this team plays defense. Are they as bad as the rushing stats would indicate? We'll highlight the strength of the Northwestern defense and how they have given up so many big plays in the run game.

As with most games, Penn State will have the advantage on passing downs with an elite pass rush that can threaten any quarterback. But where is there a distinct advantage this week? We'll look at a matchup that Penn State can exploit, especially on third down.

From there, we'll start to give predictions about how this game should go for Penn State from a game perspective. Is this the week Penn State puts explosive plays on the board? We'll explain how and why that's the case.

Finally, we'll examine the top thing we'll watch on Saturday. Tune into the show at 10 a.m. to find out what that is!

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Penn State vs Northwestern game preview | Practice recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:21:34 +0000

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The Penn State Nittany Lions football team faces Northwestern on Saturday in Evanston for its second Big Ten road game of the 2023 season. The team held practice on Wednesday night in preparation for the game, and Blue White Illustrated was there.

Join the BWI Live Show today as we preview the upcoming game between Penn Stae and Northwestern at 10 a.m. on YouTube. We'll also give an account of Wednesday's practice and discuss what expert insiders Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz saw and heard. We'll also take your questions through the BWI Mailbag and live on air!

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Open practice review

The Penn State football team is doing its best to prepare for a sleepy atmosphere at Northwestern, which is, historically, a challenge for teams who play in front of large, energetic crowds. Head coach James Franklin addressed that after practice on Wednesday.

"Well, I think just being honest. Just being very honest about what it's going to be like. These guys are 2-0 win at home. You look at Northwestern; they've typically had good home records. Why? Because it can be challenging to play there. They're used to the environment. Other people may not be. It's going to be very different than what we played in last week. So, just being transparent and honest. Are we internally motivated? Are we externally motivated? But, for me to act like it's not a factor, it is; you got to get prepared for it," he said.

Bauer and Fitz will discuss what they saw from the offense and defense in the team's preparation for the road battle with Northwestern. They'll also discuss their major takeaways from Franklin's comments about the Penn State football team heading into the game.

Penn State vs. Northwestern game preview

Next, the show will focus on the upcoming game. What will the Nittany Lions do once they step foot on the field? And after a rocky 2-2 start, what sort of team is Northwestern? Fitz and Bauer will give their thoughts about how the team is faring after the firing of head coach Pat Fitzgerald before the season.

They'll also give their score predictions for the upcoming game.

BWI Mailbag

Finally, we'll open up the BWI Mailbag and answer your questions and comments about the Penn State football team! The Nittany Lions are 4-0 heading into the soft part of their schedule, so what's on your mind as the team turns towards October? We'll take questions from the BWI Mailbag submission thread on the message board and select questions from the live chat. Join us and get your thoughts heard!

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Penn State progress through four weeks, Northwestern preview

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:56:33 +0000

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Penn State football dissected Iowa on Saturday night in the 2023 White Out Game. Today we'll take our final look at the contest and then look ahead to the rest of the season on the Keystone Kickoff Show, presented on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel. We'll start by giving a full review of the Penn State offense and defense before moving on to recapping where the team stands one-third of the way through the season.

Check out the exclusive video broadcast of this regional Pennsylvania radio show on the BWI YouTube channel live at 10 a.m. or here on the site.

Penn State vs Iowa recap

Before we fully turn the page to the next third of the season, we'll review the Penn State offense and defense and their performance during their 31-0 win over Iowa last weekend. We'll discuss Drew Allar's performance and his methodical, careful approach to the game by describing his day with several important advanced stats.

Next, we'll discuss the ground game and how the team performed by highlighting Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen's day that led to 57 total rushing attempts in the suffocating victory.

Finally, we'll review the defensive performance and explain how Iowa came out desperate and did things counter to their traditional style. We'll also explain the consequences of the fumble by Eric All in the red zone.

Nittany Lions through four games, preview of Northwestern

The Penn State offense has scored 30 points per game, yet the team still needs to completely fire on all cylinders. Where are the areas of improvement for the offense and defense? We'll discuss that and answer fans' questions. Have fans caught up to the play of Caedan Wallace? We answer a question about the long-time right tackle.

Finally, we preview the offense for Northwestern and how that side of the ball likes to play. Head coach James Franklin gave an outline in his press conference on Tuesday.

"They're a no-huddle offense that really -- they can run tempo, but they're more kind of the illusion of tempo so they can see how you line up and then get to the plays they want to run. They base mainly out of 11 personnel. They want to throw the ball. I think that's where they feel like they have the best chance to be successful."

"I do think Ben Bryant, their quarterback, is probably the best pure thrower that we've seen this year."

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Recruiting Show: Penn State gets White Out recruiting bump | Game recap

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:40:02 +0000

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Penn State football got a high-profile win on Saturday night in front of the second-largest crowd ever assembled at Beaver Stadium. Not only did the team get a 31-0 win over Iowa, but they built off of that with recruiting momentum this weekend. The BWI Live Recruiting Show is back Monday at 10 a.m. to recap the game, the commitment from Sunday afternoon, and more.

Penn State recruiting insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss some intel they've picked up from the weekend. Snyder will discuss his conversations with prospects like Kainoa Winston, Jake Flores, and more. Fitz will give you his impressions, recap the game, and provide a program-wide assessment of how things went this weekend.

Join the BWI Live Recruiting Show today at 10 a.m. on YouTube to get your thoughts and opinions on the Penn State win heard on air. Our experts will take your questions and comments live on air while discussing the game. Subscribe to the BWI YouTube Channel so you don't miss any of the action!

Penn State commitment tracker

The Penn State coaching staff got good news on Saturday night when four-star linebacker DJ McClary committed to the program and announced his decision on Sunday afternoon. Check out our recap of that event from this weekend. Snyder will round out our coverage of McClary with the highlights of his conversation with McClary's coach, Ernest Washington.

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But the Nittany Lions aren't done yet. Another strong Penn State lean is three-star running back Tiqwai Hayes. Hayes plans on making his college decision on Monday afternoon. Will it be the Nittany Lions? The Aliquippa, PA native is a strong lean in the RPM calculation, and our experts will weigh in on what they think will happen this weekend.

Next, the trio will discuss the Penn State win against Iowa and break down the critical factors that led to the Nittany Lions's win in a decisive fashion. After watching the game back, Fitz and Snyder will give their Monday Morning thoughts.

Recruiting reaction to White Out

While there aren't any other commitments on the horizon, the White Out game makes a strong impression on players who attended the event. We're discussing the reaction to the White Out in the show's final segment. Which players has Snyder talked to and gotten a response from? He'll give you some of the details he's gathered since the game ended Saturday night.

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BWI Live Postgame Show: Nittany Lions Obliterate Iowa in White Out Game

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 03:57:05 +0000

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The Penn State Football team methodically dismantled Iowa during the 2023 White Out Game. Starting quarterback Drew Allar tossed four touchdowns in the win as the Nittany Lions snuffed out the Iowa offense.

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Allar has another methodical night

Once again, Allar's passing stats weren't explosive, with only 166 yards passing, but the sophomore quarterback tossed four touchdowns in the game. Allar completed 68% of his passes as the Nittany Lions kept things short and controlled.

The Penn State running attack wore down another opponent with 46 carries before the backups came in the game. Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton combined for 38 carries and 121 yards in the competitive portion of the game. Penn State head coach James Franklin called his shot earlier in the week about how the game would play out.

"I also think in the Big Ten you look at statistically, we play good defense around here. There's going to be games where we've got to grind it out. You guys know Iowa. This is probably going to be another one of those games where we're going to have to grind it out. It's going to be a four-quarter game," Franklin said on Tuesday.

The problem for Iowa, was that Penn State was the only team dong the grinding. The Nittany Lions had four drives of ten-plus plays and another drive of eight plays, all resulting in points. The offense was unrelenting, going 4-4 on fourth down.

Penn State defense snuffs out another opponent

Once again, the Penn State defense set the offense up for success by smothering the Iowa offense. After an opening drive of six plays for 24 yards, Iowa didn't register another first down before Iowa put in their backups in the fourth quarter. The Penn State defense five straight three-and-outs with two fumble recoveries bracketing that performance.

Curtis Jacobs, Adisa Isaac and Chop Robinson all forced a tackle for a loss during the game, with Robinson registering his first sack of the season and Isaac putting up his second.

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Penn State vs Iowa Postgame Show | Nittany Lions Obliterate Iowa

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BWI Live Tailgate Show: Penn State vs Iowa Tailgate Show | 2023 White Out Preview!

info@on3.com (Blue White Illustrated) — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 23:13:49 +0000

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Penn State football takes on Iowa in the 2023 White Out game this evening in Happy Valley. Even the weather is getting in the spirits for this Big Ten clash, with rain and chilly conditions forecast for the game. But what's going to play out on the field this evening?

Join the Penn State Football Tailgate Show, presented in conjunction with Seven Mountains Media, starting at 4:30 outside the Bryce Jordan Center, across the road from Beaver Stadium. Former Penn State defensive tackle Aeneas Hawkins joins the show to discuss the game and give his insights into the matchup between Penn State and Iowa. Catch the show on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel or locally on 99.5 The Bus in State College.

On today's show, we'll discuss Penn State's offensive plan and how they should attack Iowa and how the defense can counter the Hawkeyes ground attack.

Penn State vs Iowa has deep roots.

As Penn State head coach James Franklin noted earlier, there's a history between his team and Iowa over the years.

"First of all, it's almost like opening on the road in the Big Ten. We played Iowa more than anybody. Maybe you could make the argument part of maybe the best team in the west over our team here at Penn State. You could make that argument."

But despite Kirk Ferentz's long-standing tenure at Iowa, Franklin is quickly climbing the rankings of veteran Big Ten coaches in his tenth season at Penn State. Consistency like this could breed a great game or complacency. Franklin says that evolving is necessary, but not at the cost of your identity.

"I think that really starts with two things, and that's hiring and recruiting, making sure that you're hiring the right people in the building and recruiting the right people into the locker room, and that you're transparent with them on what they're signing up for," Franklin said earlier this week.

"Then saying, Okay, they have to understand how to blend within the culture and align kind of with the identity, but then also allow a Manny Diaz to be Manny Diaz and play to his strengths and allow his strengths and experiences to add value to our overall organization, be able to have Drew [Allar] that we talked about, bring him into our organization. Like we talked about maybe a week or two ago, not put restrictions on Drew that it limits his development and his ability to be a unique player."

Both Diaz and Allar will be central figures in today's show. Join us live and in person or on the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel in the live stream!

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