Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Wrestling

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Locked On Nittany Lions podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Hosted by Zach Seyko, Seven Mountains Media sports director and Penn State Tailgate Show host, the Locked On Nittany Lions podcast provides your daily Penn State Nittany Lions fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, national and local analysis, and coverage of all things Nittany Lions. From the roaring cheers of 107,000 fans at Beaver Stadium to the passionate fans at the Bryce Jordan Center, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Nittany Lions podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Nittany Lions’ locker room and the Big 10. The Locked On Nittany Lions podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. CONFIRMED: Jayden James Is IN… Now Penn State Wrestling Has a MAJOR Lineup Decision!

    8h ago

    CONFIRMED: Jayden James Is IN… Now Penn State Wrestling Has a MAJOR Lineup Decision!

    Jayden James is officially in the Penn State wrestling picture now — and that changes the entire lineup conversation. On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach breaks down why Cael Sanderson is not deferring Jayden James, why that decision makes sense, and how it impacts Penn State’s loaded middleweight picture at 157, 165 and 174 pounds. The biggest question now: where does James fit with PJ Duke, Mitchell Mesenbrink, Tyler Kasak, Joe Sealey and William Henckel all involved in the same lineup squeeze? We also discuss the possible Levi Haines fifth-year scenario, how the NCAA’s new five-year eligibility model changes roster planning, and why Penn State’s depth creates a problem almost every other program in the country would love to have. Plus, Zach looks at the rest of the projected lineup, including Luke Lilledahl, Marcus Blaze, Masanosuke Ono, Shayne Van Ness, Rocco Welsh, Josh Barr, Connor Mirasola and Cole Mirasola. Should Penn State have tried to delay Jayden James one more year? Or is he simply too good to keep out of the lineup? Comment your projected Penn State wrestling lineup below and subscribe for daily Penn State football, wrestling and recruiting coverage. Photo credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatewrestling #collegewrestling #bigtenwrestling #ncaawrestling #lockedon #weare #wrestling #wrestlingnews #wrestlingpodcast 0:00 — Could Penn State Have Deferred Jayden James? 1:23 — Why James Being Enrolled Changes the Clock 2:10 — Penn State’s 157-174 Logjam 3:58 — Why Cael Sanderson Lets Competition Decide 5:50 — The Levi Haines Fifth-Year Hypothetical 8:38 — FanDuel Break 9:41 — Where Jayden James Fits: 157, 165 or 174? 11:18 — Kasak, Sealey and the Reality of Penn State Depth 14:47 — 125-149: Lilledahl, Blaze, Ono and Van Ness 16:08 — 174 to Heavyweight: Duke, Henckel, Barr and the Mirasolas 18:10 — What the 5-for-5 Rule Does to Penn State’s Lineup Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min
  2. On3 Shows RESPECT to Matt Campbell?! Where Penn State Ranks Among Big Ten's Best!

    17h ago

    On3 Shows RESPECT to Matt Campbell?! Where Penn State Ranks Among Big Ten's Best!

    Penn State football is already becoming one of the most debated teams in the Big Ten under Matt Campbell, and Ari Wasserman’s latest On3 Big Ten power rankings put the Nittany Lions at No. 5 behind Oregon, Ohio State, Indiana, and USC. On this Locked On crossover, Zach Seyko, Spencer McLaughlin, and Jacob Goins debate Penn State’s place in the Big Ten, Oregon vs. Indiana at the top of the conference, Josh Hoover, Dante Moore, Bryant Haines, the Penn State schedule, the Washington road trip, and whether Matt Campbell’s Iowa State-heavy roster build can translate in the Big Ten. The guys also break down the NCAA’s new five-year eligibility model, what it means for redshirts, how it changes roster management, and why the proposed 10-day transfer portal window could create even more pressure for college football coaches. Is Penn State really the Big Ten’s No. 5 team, or is this ranking more about the schedule than the roster? Drop your thoughts in the comments. Photo credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football 0:00 Big Ten Power Rankings Reaction 1:18 Oregon, Ohio State and Indiana Debate 3:11 Josh Hoover vs. Dante Moore 4:54 Oregon vs. Indiana Roster Comparison 6:32 Penn State Ranked No. 5 in the Big Ten 8:27 Is Penn State Really Ahead of Michigan and Washington? 9:45 Penn State at Washington Debate 11:18 FanDuel Ad Read 12:23 NCAA 5-for-5 Eligibility Rule Explained 18:28 Redshirts Are Basically Gone 20:12 Who Will Stay Five Years at One School? 24:11 College Football Calendar and Transfer Portal Changes 25:00 Why a 10-Day Portal Window Is Risky 27:37 Should the Portal Wait Until After the Season? 29:22 Are We Headed Toward Semi-Pro College Football? 31:36 Final Debate: Schools vs. Athletes Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min
  3. Could Levi Haines Get a FIFTH Year?! — Penn State Wrestling 2026-27 Lineup Analysis

    1d ago

    Could Levi Haines Get a FIFTH Year?! — Penn State Wrestling 2026-27 Lineup Analysis

    Penn State wrestling could have a major lineup decision coming if Levi Haines finds a legal path to a fifth year of NCAA eligibility. On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down how a possible Haines return at 174 pounds would impact Cael Sanderson’s lineup, PJ Duke’s future weight, Jayden James’ freshman timeline, Tyler Kasak, Joe Sealey, William Henckel, Mitchell Mesenbrink, Rocco Welsh, Josh Barr, and the rest of Penn State’s 2026–27 roster picture. The NCAA’s new age-based eligibility model does not currently grant extra eligibility to athletes who exhausted their final season in 2025–26, but legal challenges are already underway. That makes Haines’ situation worth monitoring, especially because another year at 174 would give Penn State a proven NCAA title contender and simplify several lineup questions. Plus, could Penn State make a strategic move with Jayden James by delaying his full-time enrollment? James is one of the top recruits in the Class of 2026, and his long-term fit around 165/174 could shape the next wave of Penn State’s dynasty. On3 reported James as a top-three MatScout Class of 2026 prospect and noted that 165 or 174 are possible future weights. Comment below: would you rather see Penn State load up right now with Haines, or protect the future timeline with Jayden James? Photo credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatewrestling #collegewrestling #bigtenwrestling #ncaawrestling #lockedon #weare #wrestling #wrestlingnews #wrestlingpodcast 0:00 — Levi Haines fifth-year question 1:01 — Why Penn State should want Haines back 2:03 — Haines at 174 and the NCAA title picture 2:56 — NCAA rule vs. possible court challenge 5:30 — Would Haines actually want another folkstyle season? 7:01 — Penn State’s 157, 165, 174 lineup dominoes 8:30 — Why Jesse Mendez and others matter to this debate 9:33 — Ad break 11:49 — Jayden James deferral idea 12:31 — How the new eligibility clock could affect James 13:39 — PJ Duke, James, Kasak, and Sealey weight options 15:03 — William Henckel and Asher Cunningham squeeze 17:03 — Why Henckel may still have a path at 184 17:45 — More lawsuits and possible transfer portal fallout 20:01 — Final Penn State lineup question Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    21 min
  4. Penn State & Cael Sanderson Make STATEMENT vs. Oklahoma State & David Taylor at Final X

    3d ago

    Penn State & Cael Sanderson Make STATEMENT vs. Oklahoma State & David Taylor at Final X

    Penn State wrestling and the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club made a major statement at Final X, with NLWC claiming five world team spots and winning the key head-to-head battles against Cowboy RTC. This episode breaks down what the results mean for Penn State, Oklahoma State, Cael Sanderson’s room, and the next wave of college wrestling storylines. We discuss Marcus Blaze vs. Jax Forrest, Kyle Dake’s win over Zahid Valencia, Luke Lilledahl’s matchup with Spencer Lee, Levi Haines at 79 kg, Kyle Snyder getting pushed by Stephen Buchanan, Wyatt Hendrickson’s hold on heavyweight, and what these results say about the Penn State–Oklahoma State wrestling rivalry. We also look at how Blaze vs. Forrest could become one of the biggest matchups of the upcoming NCAA season. This matters right now because Final X showed Penn State’s present and future are both loaded. The NLWC still has elite veterans like Dake and Snyder, but Penn State also has young stars like Blaze, Lilledahl, Haines, and others who could shape NCAA, Big Ten, and world team races for years. Drop your thoughts in the comments: what was the biggest Penn State wrestling takeaway from Final X — NLWC dominance, Blaze over Forrest, Dake over Valencia, or Levi Haines’ future? Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatewrestling #collegewrestling #bigtenwrestling #ncaawrestling #lockedon #weare #wrestling #wrestlingnews #wrestlingpodcast 0:00 Penn State Wrestling Dominates Final X 1:40 NLWC vs Cowboy RTC Big Picture 3:52 Marcus Blaze, Jax Forrest, and Penn State’s Future 5:53 Oklahoma State’s RTC Timeline Under David Taylor 7:28 Why Blaze vs Forrest Is Closer Than People Think 8:52 Final X Matchup Breakdown Begins 10:05 Marcus Blaze vs Jax Forrest Style Breakdown 11:38 Why Blaze vs Forrest Could Carry College Wrestling 12:50 Penn State vs Oklahoma State Rivalry Stakes 14:16 Kyle Dake Beats Zahid Valencia at 86 kg 16:34 Luke Lilledahl vs Spencer Lee Reaction 17:40 James Green Upsets David Carr 18:22 Wyatt Hendrickson and Penn State’s Heavyweight Question 20:32 Kyle Snyder, Stephen Buchanan, and 97 kg Takeaways 23:20 Stephen Buchanan’s Jump at Final X 25:22 Could Buchanan Leave Iowa’s RTC? 26:18 Levi Haines Looks Like the Future at 79 kg 27:31 PJ Duke, Mesenbrink, and Penn State’s Weight-Class Puzzle 28:41 Penn State Gets the Last Laugh at Final X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    30 min
  5. BIG 10 SQUAD: NCAA Passes NEW Eligibility Rules | How they impact Penn State

    4d ago

    BIG 10 SQUAD: NCAA Passes NEW Eligibility Rules | How they impact Penn State

    Big Ten shakes up college football with the new “5 and 5” eligibility rule, setting the stage for a new era—no more endless waivers or awkward redshirt seasons. The Big 10 Squad debates whether this reform can finally bring order to the chaos. Will this bold move eliminate confusion and eight-year seniors, or just spawn fresh controversy? Illinois Fighting Illini’s win total sparks heated predictions as FanDuel sets the mark at 7.5—can Bret Bielema push the Illini from good to great? The crew breaks down Illinois’ manageable 2026 schedule, rivalry games, and the impact of losing key players like Luke Altmyer. The hosts draw parallels between roster management and middle school dances, while the hosts dissect what the path to eight wins might require. Can Illinois surprise the Big Ten, or will old hurdles remain? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    27 min
  6. NCAA 5-in-5 Eligibility Rule Explained & Why It's GREAT For College Sports!

    4d ago

    NCAA 5-in-5 Eligibility Rule Explained & Why It's GREAT For College Sports!

    The NCAA’s new age-based eligibility model is one of the biggest college athletics rule changes in years, and it could reshape how Penn State football, Penn State wrestling, and every major college program handles roster development. The new “5-in-5” model gives Division I athletes up to five years of eligibility and dramatically changes the old redshirt, medical waiver, and development-year structure. Zach Seyko and Jacob Goins break down what the rule means for college football, the 2027 recruiting class, redshirts, injured players, roster construction, Penn State wrestling, football depth charts, and the future of development at major programs. They also discuss Dusty May leaving Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks, what that says about the instability of college basketball, and why Big Ten programs could face major roster consequences when coaches leave. This matters now because college sports are changing fast. Penn State fans need to understand how this rule affects future recruiting classes, developmental players, roster depth, transfer portal strategy, and the way elite programs manage scholarship talent. Drop your thoughts in the comments: is the NCAA’s new 5-in-5 rule the right move, or does it create a new set of problems? Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football 0:00 Intro 1:30 Why college sports needed an age limit 2:44 BYU, religious missions, and special exceptions 3:45 Older freshmen and gaming the system 4:18 Are redshirts basically gone? 6:04 How current athletes are affected 6:45 Penn State wrestling and football development impact 8:00 Why talent could spread to smaller programs 8:48 Current athletes vs. 2027 recruits 10:01 Odoo ad read 11:15 Dusty May leaves Michigan for the NBA 12:42 Michigan roster chaos and transfer portal questions 14:00 Why Dusty May’s NBA move is risky 15:25 What Dusty May’s exit says about college athletics 16:36 Michigan hired a coach with no built-in loyalty 18:08 Final thoughts on the future of college sports Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min
  7. Penn State’s 2027 Class Has a Real Defensive Tone-Setter! — Interview with Stanley Montgomery

    4d ago

    Penn State’s 2027 Class Has a Real Defensive Tone-Setter! — Interview with Stanley Montgomery

    Penn State football’s 2027 recruiting class has another major in-state piece with defensive tackle commit Stanley Montgomery, a physical defensive lineman from Archbishop Ryan in Philadelphia who fits what Matt Campbell is trying to build in Happy Valley. On this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko talks with Stanley Montgomery about his Penn State recruitment, why Matt Campbell’s staff stood out, his relationship with defensive line coach Ikaika Malloe, his wrestling background, his defensive tackle skill set, and how Philadelphia football shaped his toughness. Montgomery also explains why he sees Penn State’s 2027 class as a connected group with players like Will Wood, Aiden Gibson, Sean Currie, Chukwuma Odoh, Blake Betton, and Carter Blattner. This matters because Penn State’s next era under Matt Campbell is being built through recruiting, development, physicality, and culture. Montgomery’s comments give Penn State fans a direct look at what the Nittany Lions are prioritizing up front on defense. Drop your thoughts in the comments: is Stanley Montgomery the type of defensive tackle Penn State needs to build around? Follow Stanley's football journey! Stanley on X: https://x.com/StanMonte27 Stanley on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stann\_1k/ Stanley's highlights: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19639016/Stanley-Montgomery Photo credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football #recruiting #footballrecruiting #pennstaterecruiting #collegerecruiting #collegefootballrecruiting #weare #highschoolfootball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min
  8. Penn State & Matt Campbell Just Got a MAJOR Recruiting Win!

    5d ago

    Penn State & Matt Campbell Just Got a MAJOR Recruiting Win!

    Penn State football landed a major 2027 recruiting win as Texas cornerback Dhillon McGee committed to Matt Campbell, Terry Smith, and the Nittany Lions. McGee gives Penn State another athletic defensive back in a 2027 class that already includes names like Kei’Shjuan Telfair and Ka’ron Ceaser, helping stabilize the cornerback room after recent movement on the board. But the bigger conversation may be at wide receiver, where Penn State is still battling for Khalil Taylor while former targets and commits like Deshawn Hall and Jamir Dean have created real questions about the 2027 WR plan. This episode breaks down McGee’s upside, Terry Smith’s recruiting win, Matt Campbell’s first-cycle recruiting battles, the NIL layer, and why Penn State fans should be watching the Taylor recruitment closely. This matters right now because Penn State is trying to build a playoff-caliber roster under Campbell, and recruiting wins against Texas, SMU, Oklahoma, Auburn, Nebraska, and Georgia-level competition will shape how fast the Nittany Lions can close the gap in the Big Ten. Drop your thoughts in the comments: should Penn State push harder for Khalil Taylor, or stay disciplined with its NIL budget? Photo credit: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast   FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach\_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football #recruiting #footballrecruiting #pennstaterecruiting #collegerecruiting #collegefootballrecruiting #weare #highschoolfootball 0:00 Intro 1:22 Terry Smith Delivers a Needed CB Win 2:45 McGee’s Athletic Profile 3:24 Why Texas High School Competition Matters 5:08 Penn State’s CB Room 7:02 Matt Campbell’s Early Recruiting Wins 8:38 Odoo Ad Read 10:00 Penn State’s WR Recruiting Rise and Fall 11:25 Penn State vs. Nebraska for Khalil Taylor 12:58 Matt Campbell’s NIL Learning Curve 13:59 Should Penn State Enter a Bidding War? 15:35 Balanced Budget or Recruiting Risk? 16:07 Final Takeaway on Penn State’s WR Situation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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