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. 11h ago

    Oklahoma State BELIEVES It Can Beat Penn State Wrestling THIS Season?!

    Penn State wrestling remains the team to beat—but David Taylor and Oklahoma State believe they have built a lineup capable of challenging Cael Sanderson’s dynasty during the 2026–27 season. Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions joins Cody Stovall of Locked On Oklahoma State to project both lineups from 125 pounds through heavyweight. They break down Oklahoma State’s additions of Bennett Berge and Lorenzo Norman, Penn State’s major decisions involving Marcus Blaze, Masanosuke Ono, Nate Desmond, Jayden James, PJ Duke and Mitchell Mesenbrink, and the matchups that could shape the 2027 NCAA wrestling championship race. Could Luke Lilledahl and Troy Spratley meet again at 125? Who would Oklahoma State rather face between Ono and Blaze at 133? Is Sergio Vega a difficult matchup for Shayne Van Ness? Can Landon Robideau beat Jayden James? What happens if PJ Duke moves to 174? And can Cody Merrill close the gap on Josh Barr? Penn State scored a record 181.5 points while winning the 2026 NCAA championship, with Oklahoma State finishing second at 131. The Cowboys return three young NCAA champions and have aggressively added to their roster. Penn State still possesses elite champions and exceptional depth—but the projected lineup contains several major decisions. Let us know in the comments: Which weight gives Oklahoma State its best chance to flip the team title race—and which projected matchup are you most confident Penn State would win? 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! KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get up to $500 in bonus credits when you trade $25. The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. 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 Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 00:00 Intro 01:17 Why the Cowboys believe they can win now 04:15 Cael Sanderson’s experience vs. David Taylor’s momentum 07:34 Projecting the 2027 lineups 09:24 Oklahoma State’s projected lineup from 125 to heavyweight 12:58 Penn State’s biggest lineup decisions 17:24 Depth, injuries and transfer-portal risk 22:28 Penn State vs. Oklahoma State at every weight 25:26 Luke Lilledahl, Troy Spratley and the 133-pound showdown 28:33 Marcus Blaze, Sergio Vega and Shayne Van Ness 30:42 Jayden James, Robideau, Mesenbrink and PJ Duke 34:18 Rocco Welsh, Josh Barr and the upper weights 37:11 Mirasola vs. Dreshaun Ross at heavyweight 38:41 Final thoughts on the 2027 title race Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Oklahoma State BELIEVES It Can Beat Penn State Wrestling THIS Season?!

  2. 1d ago

    Penn State Wrestling's Next Recruiting Priority? — Meet Mario Hutcherson, Elite 2028 Prospect!

    Penn State wrestling fans, meet Mario Hutcherson—one of the country’s top prospects in the Class of 2028 and the reigning PIAA Class 3A champion at 189 pounds. In this exclusive Locked On Nittany Lions interview, Hutcherson explains why Penn State wrestling has always caught his attention, what he admires about the program’s development system, and why Mitchell Mesenbrink’s relentless attacking style has influenced his own approach. Mario also discusses training around the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club, his relationships with Penn State recruits Landon Sidun and Elijah Brown, and what will eventually matter most when his formal recruiting process begins. But wrestling and recruiting are only part of Mario’s story. He and his family operate a snake-breeding business, and Mario explains why a snake’s patience, explosiveness and ability to attack reminds him of his own mentality on the mat. He also takes us through his rise from a sixth-place state finish as a freshman to winning a Pennsylvania championship as a sophomore, his upperweight athleticism, freestyle goals, interest in MMA and his desire to become a wrestler people genuinely want to watch. Follow Mario's wrestling journey! Mario on X: https://x.com/MarioHutcherso1?lang=en Mario on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mario\_hutchy/?hl=en Mario on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mario.hutcherson/ 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! KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get up to $500 in bonus credits when you trade $25. The Game Don't miss this chance to celebrate 40 years of The Game with 40% off your entire order. Visit https://TheGameCaps.com and use promo code LOCKEDON at checkout. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. 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 Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 00:00 Meet elite 2028 prospect Mario Hutcherson 02:25 Why Penn State wrestling interests Mario 03:23 How Penn State develops different wrestling styles 04:10 Mitchell Mesenbrink’s influence 05:02 Other programs and Mario’s recruiting outlook 05:59 Finding the right fit and coaching relationships 06:31 Landon Sidun and Mario’s Penn State connections 08:13 Academics, business and life after wrestling 10:25 Mario’s wrestling identity and snake business 12:13 How a snake’s mentality relates to wrestling 13:06 From sixth place to PIAA state champion 18:47 Controlling emotion and maintaining a high motor 19:06 Mario’s upperweight scrambling and athleticism 20:18 Freestyle development and international competition 20:56 World wrestling, MMA and long-term goals 21:34 Representing Western Pennsylvania 24:06 What Mario must improve next 24:49 “I want to put on a show” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Penn State Wrestling's Next Recruiting Priority? — Meet Mario Hutcherson, Elite 2028 Prospect!

  3. 4d ago

    Penn State & the Big Ten Must Have a Message for the SEC!

    Big Ten Media Days are here, and the conference has an opportunity to answer criticism from the SEC and ACC. After three consecutive national championships, should the Big Ten still have to defend its scheduling model, nonconference opponents and place at the top of college football? Locked On Nittany Lions and Locked On Hoosiers discuss what Tony Petitti, Matt Campbell and the Big Ten’s leading coaches need to say at media days. Pat Narduzzi and Eli Drinkwitz have taken public shots at the conference, but recent College Football Playoff results tell a much different story. The crossover also examines Indiana’s historic commitment from five-star wide receiver Monshun Sales, what Curt Cignetti’s recruiting momentum means for Penn State and the rest of the Big Ten, and the continued leadership instability at Michigan following Warde Manuel’s decision to step down. What message should the Big Ten send to the SEC and ACC at media days? 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. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 Big Ten Media Days Must Send a Message 1:25 Pat Narduzzi Takes a Shot at the Big Ten 2:21 Eli Drinkwitz Questions Big Ten Scheduling 4:05 Why the Big Ten–SEC Balance Has Changed 5:47 Is the Big Ten College Football’s Best Conference? 7:51 The SEC Scheduling Argument Makes No Sense 9:11 What the Big Ten Must Say at Media Days 10:10 Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana 12:23 Indiana Wins a Historic Recruiting Battle 14:40 The Monshun Sales Domino Effect 17:01 Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Is Here to Stay 18:23 Why Penn State Should Be Concerned 19:19 Warde Manuel and Michigan’s Latest Turmoil 22:22 What Else Could Happen at Michigan? 26:36 Should the Big Ten Intervene? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Penn State & the Big Ten Must Have a Message for the SEC!

  4. 4d ago

    BIG 10 SQUAD: The SEC may BREAK AWAY from the NCAA | How this impacts Penn State

    SEC eyes breakaway league as Michigan, Ohio State, and the Big Ten respond—are seismic changes ahead for college football's powerhouses? The Big 10 Squad dissects SEC’s rumored solo championship ambitions and ESPN FPI’s controversial ranking of Ohio State’s brutal schedule. The crew questions the legitimacy of an SEC-only title, debates Michigan’s 8.5-win total under new head coach Kyle Whittingham, and analyzes key matchups against Oklahoma, Oregon, and Penn State. Rosters, coaching shifts, and quarterback Bryce Underwood's development take center stage as the Wolverines look to stay at the top of the Big Ten. Can Michigan exceed expectations in a stacked conference? Will Ryan Day finally beat Michigan at home, or does 9-3 become the new reality in Columbus? Get the latest insights and sharpest takes on college football’s shifting landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    BIG 10 SQUAD: The SEC may BREAK AWAY from the NCAA | How this impacts Penn State

  5. 5d ago

    Penn State Football's Early Injury Report Revealed! + Is Rocco Becht Elite?!

    Penn State football received encouraging news on the injury front heading into training camp, but several important players still need to be monitored closely. Zach Seyko and Patrick Koerbler (https://x.com/Poerbler) break down the latest injury report involving Tony Rojas, Max Granville, Rocco Becht, Chase Sowell, Brett Eskildsen, Andrew Rappleyea, Gabe Burkle and other key Nittany Lions. Which injuries could have the greatest impact on Penn State’s 2026 season? Rojas and Granville could be essential to unlocking D’Anton Lynn’s new defense, while the health of Sowell and Eskildsen will help determine whether Penn State’s wide receiver room can finally take a meaningful step forward. The tight end room has major potential with Benjamin Brahmer, Rappleyea and Burkle, but Penn State needs that group healthy to maximize Matt Campbell and Taylor Mouser’s offensive system. The conversation then turns to quarterback Rocco Becht. How good is Penn State’s new QB1, and does he belong among the top five quarterbacks in the Big Ten? Zach and Pat discuss the Drew Brees traits that have been mentioned, explain why a comparison to Sean Clifford should be viewed as a compliment and debate Becht against Dante Moore, Julian Sayin, Demond Williams Jr., Jayden Maiava, Josh Hoover and Bryce Underwood. Plus, which Penn State players are ready to break out in 2026? James Peoples, Carson Hansen, Quinton Martin, Zay Robinson and Ty Blanding are among the names to watch as training camp approaches. Which player’s health is most important to Penn State’s season, and where would you rank Rocco Becht among Big Ten quarterbacks? Let us know in the comments. Photo credit: 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 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. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 1:20 Penn State Injury Report and Key Players to Watch 5:15 Why Max Granville Is Penn State’s Defensive X-Factor 7:45 Penn State’s Pass-Rush Questions 9:41 Tony Rojas, Max Granville and D’Anton Lynn’s Defense 12:16 Is Rocco Becht Penn State’s Next Sean Clifford? 16:52 Rocco Becht’s Statistical Ceiling 19:05 Matt Campbell and Taylor Mouser’s Offensive Identity 20:51 Ranking Rocco Becht Among Big Ten Quarterbacks 23:21 Rocco Becht or Bryce Underwood? 24:23 Penn State’s Guaranteed Breakout Players 26:56 Why Quinton Martin Could Win a Major Role 30:22 Zay Robinson and Penn State’s Sleeper Candidates 31:44 Karon Brookins and Ty Blanding 33:44 Final Penn State Football Takeaways Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Penn State Football's Early Injury Report Revealed! + Is Rocco Becht Elite?!

  6. 6d ago

    Penn State’s Next COMPLETE Tight End? 2027 Commit Cooper Terwilliger Explains His Game!

    Penn State 2027 tight end commit Cooper Terwilliger joins Locked On Nittany Lions for an exclusive interview about his game, his commitment and his future in Matt Campbell and Taylor Mouser’s offense. Terwilliger explains why tight end is one of football’s most demanding positions, what it means to be a complete Penn State tight end and how he plans to prepare for the physical demands of Big Ten football. He also discusses his longstanding relationships with Campbell and Mouser, Penn State’s Tight End U tradition, his South Dakota roots, reading defensive coverages and his potential partnership with fellow 2027 tight end commit Sean Currie. Cooper also shares why he trusted Penn State despite the distance from home and what makes the first full Matt Campbell recruiting class special. From Will Wood and Stanley Montgomery to Kei’Shjuan Telfair and the rest of Penn State’s 2027 group, these recruits are already embracing their opportunity to establish the foundation of a new era in Happy Valley. What part of Cooper Terwilliger’s game excites you most: his blocking, football IQ, receiving potential or physicality? Keep up with Cooper's football journey! Follow Cooper on X: https://x.com/CooperTerwilli1 Check out Cooper's highlights: https://www.hudl.com/profile/19345855/Cooper-Terwilliger 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. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 1:21 Cooper Terwilliger Joins the Show 2:16 From Youth Quarterback to Four-Star Tight End 4:01 The Overlooked Part of Cooper’s Game 4:57 Matt Campbell and Taylor Mouser Believed Early 6:37 Why Cooper Trusted Penn State Far From Home 8:01 Penn State’s Vision for Cooper Terwilliger 9:45 How Cooper Fits Taylor Mouser’s Offense 11:43 Cooper’s Athletic Family and a Recruiting Myth 13:00 Penn State’s Tight End U Standard 14:07 What Makes a Complete Tight End? 15:09 Preparing for Big Ten Physicality 16:38 How Cooper Reads a Defense 17:59 Tight End and Quarterback Communication 19:02 Cooper Terwilliger and Sean Currie Together 20:02 Representing South Dakota Football 21:18 Penn State’s First Matt Campbell Recruiting Class 22:46 Cooper Terwilliger Away From Football 23:45 What Penn State Fans Will See at Beaver Stadium Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Penn State’s Next COMPLETE Tight End? 2027 Commit Cooper Terwilliger Explains His Game!

  7. Jul 21

    An Honest Grade of Matt Campbell AND Pat Kraft at Penn State So Far...

    Matt Campbell’s first several months as Penn State football coach have included encouraging roster moves, a promising culture shift and some frustrating developments on the recruiting trail. Zach Seyko and Andrew Kalista (https://x.com/KalistaAndrew) give Campbell an early grade and debate whether Penn State’s recruiting must improve before the program can truly surpass the James Franklin era. The discussion covers Campbell’s fit-first recruiting philosophy, Penn State’s 2027 and 2028 classes, the transfer portal, NIL valuations and the importance of building an older roster. Zach and Andrew also evaluate Pat Kraft’s leadership, the Matt Campbell coaching search, the Adidas partnership, Beaver Stadium renovations and the leaked audio controversy. Plus, Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi says the ACC is better than the Big Ten and reveals that he has contacted Kraft about renewing the Penn State–Pitt rivalry. Should the Nittany Lions bring Pitt back, or should Syracuse, West Virginia and other regional opponents receive equal priority? What grade would you give Matt Campbell, and do you believe Pat Kraft is helping Penn State football move forward? 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 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. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 1:19 Grading Matt Campbell’s Start at Penn State 3:20 Penn State Recruiting Must Get Better 5:41 Matt Campbell’s Fit-First Roster Strategy 8:08 Campbell’s Culture and Early Reviews 12:20 Is Pat Kraft Helping or Hurting Penn State? 16:11 Pat Kraft’s Visibility and Leadership Style 18:18 Adidas, Beaver Stadium and Revenue Wins 20:33 The Leaked Audio and James Franklin Decision 24:56 Pat Narduzzi: ACC Better Than the Big Ten? 28:44 Could Penn State–Pitt Return? 30:14 Penn State’s Ideal Nonconference Schedule 32:30 Final Takeaways Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    An Honest Grade of Matt Campbell AND Pat Kraft at Penn State So Far...

  8. Jul 20

    LIVE: Matt Campbell & Penn State Have a New Rival in Recruiting… West Virginia?!

    Penn State and West Virginia are beginning to cross paths on the recruiting trail—and that sets up an intriguing battle between Matt Campbell and Rich Rodriguez. On this LIVE edition of Locked On Nittany Lions, we break down why the Nittany Lions and Mountaineers are targeting some of the same prospects, what West Virginia can offer recruits in the region, and whether Penn State should view Rich Rodriguez’s program as a legitimate recruiting threat. We’ll discuss: • Why Penn State and WVU keep battling for similar recruits • The different recruiting pitches from Matt Campbell and Rich Rodriguez • Which program has the advantage in head-to-head battles • What these decisions could mean for Penn State’s 2027 class • Your questions and reactions live in the chat Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions for daily Penn State football 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 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. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. 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 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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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.

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