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. 5h ago

    DEBATE: College Football Expert DOWN on Penn State & Matt Campbell This Season...

    Penn State football enters the 2026 season with one of the most fascinating schedules in the Big Ten — and a real debate over just how good Matt Campbell's first Nittany Lions team can be. With Penn State's win total sitting at 9.5, is a 10-win season realistic, or are expectations getting too high? Locked On Nittany Lions host Zach Seyko joins Spencer McLaughlin of Locked On College Football to debate Penn State's 2026 schedule, Rocco Becht, Matt Campbell, USC, Michigan, Washington and the possibility of a surprise loss to Northwestern. Can Penn State split its biggest toss-up games? Is the rebuilt roster being underrated? And how much should the favorable schedule raise Penn State's ceiling? Penn State avoids several of the Big Ten's biggest contenders, gets USC at Beaver Stadium and has an opportunity to build momentum quickly. The question is whether the Nittany Lions are good enough to turn a favorable schedule into 10 or even 11 wins in Campbell's first season. What is your Penn State record prediction for 2026? Drop it in the comments and tell us which game worries you the most. 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 $10 when you trade $10. . 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. 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 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 1:24 Is Penn State Really a 10-Win Team? 4:05 Could Penn State Actually Go 12–0? 7:01 How Penn State Can Beat USC, Michigan & Washington 10:54 Why Penn State's Roster Is Being Underrated 12:25 The 8–4 Penn State Prediction 13:21 Is Northwestern the Trap Game? 15:14 The Real Penn State Disagreement Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    DEBATE: College Football Expert DOWN on Penn State & Matt Campbell This Season...

  2. 2d ago

    How Penn State Wrestling Won Over Elite 2027 Commit Clinton Shepherd!

    Penn State wrestling Class of 2027 commit Clinton Shepherd joins Locked On Nittany Lions for an exclusive interview about why he chose Penn State, what changed after the Nittany Lions entered his recruitment late, and what convinced him that Cael Sanderson’s program was the right fit. Shepherd discusses his projected 149/157-pound future, his aggressive wrestling style, training with Andrew Howe and Jon Morrison, recovering from an ACL tear, winning the 2026 Indiana state championship, his Fargo success, reaching the 2026 U20 World Team Trials final against Bo Bassett, and what he learned from facing elite national competition. Shepherd also breaks down Penn State’s loaded 2027 wrestling recruiting class, including fellow commit Grey Burnett, and explains why competition for future lineup spots excites him. Shepherd is one of the top prospects in the 2027 cycle and enters his senior year after winning Indiana at 150 pounds and making a deep run on the U20 freestyle circuit. Penn State, meanwhile, is coming off another NCAA team championship, making the future roster competition surrounding recruits like Shepherd one of the most interesting long-term stories in college wrestling. What stood out most to you about Clinton Shepherd's mentality and potential fit at Penn State? Follow Clinton's wrestling journey! Clinton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clinton\_shepherd/?hl=en 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 $10 when you trade $10. . 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. 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 0:00 Intro 1:55 Why Clinton Shepherd Chose Penn State Wrestling 4:31 Shepherd Breaks Down His Wrestling Style 7:06 Could Clinton Shepherd Wrestle at 149 or 157? 7:42 ACL Injury to Indiana State Champion 10:34 What Shepherd Learned From Adversity 12:30 Why Losses Have Made Him Better 14:59 U20 World Team Trials and Bo Bassett 16:43 Penn State’s Loaded 2027 Recruiting Class 20:41 Crown Point, Jesse Mendez and Shepherd’s Development 22:08 Fishing, Pickleball and Bo Nickal Dodgeball 23:35 “Throw Me in the Fire” at Penn State 24:32 Shepherd’s Message to Penn State Fans Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    How Penn State Wrestling Won Over Elite 2027 Commit Clinton Shepherd!

  3. 3d ago

    Starting Position Battle Takes Interesting Turn... + Penn State's WRs Keep Making Plays!

    Penn State football training camp is already producing a fascinating position battle at left tackle. Malachi Goodman entered camp as the favorite to protect Rocco Becht’s blind side, but Anthony Donkoh and Garrett Sexton are making Penn State’s offensive line competition much more interesting after the first two practices. We break down what the early rotations could mean for Goodman, Donkoh, Sexton, Owen Aliciene, Brock Riker and Dominic Rulli. Plus, Penn State’s wide receivers had a strong Day 2 as Brett Eskildsen made the catch of practice, Zay Robinson continued making plays and Koby Howard continued building an impressive connection with Rocco Becht. Chase Sowell, Benjamin Brahmer and Andrew Rappleyea also factor into what could become a deep group of pass catchers. It is still extremely early in Matt Campbell’s first Penn State training camp, but these battles matter. The offensive line configuration will determine who protects Becht, while the emerging wide receiver rotation could determine just how dangerous Penn State’s passing attack becomes in 2026. Who should start at left tackle for Penn State: Malachi Goodman, Anthony Donkoh or someone else? Let me know 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! KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. . 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. 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 #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football 0:00 Intro 1:01 Penn State’s Left Tackle Battle 4:01 Brock Riker vs. Dominic Rulli at Center 7:42 Rocco Becht Needs Another Trusted Weapon 9:24 Penn State WRs Win Day 2 of Camp 10:49 Brett Eskildsen Makes the Catch of Practice 12:52 Koby Howard Becoming “Mr. Reliable” 14:48 Zay Robinson Stock Up + WR Depth Update Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Starting Position Battle Takes Interesting Turn... + Penn State's WRs Keep Making Plays!

  4. 3d ago

    ESPN's SEC Bias Exposed in Viral Post! + Penn State & Ohio State Have Same Projected Record!

    ESPN faces backlash over unchecked SEC bias, stirring questions about college football media narratives. The Big 10 Squad debates Peter Burns’ misleading SEC vs. Big Ten strength of schedule claims, examining how media giants influence perceptions and why networks like Fox and CBS hesitate to match ESPN’s promotional energy for the Big Ten. Ohio State’s and Penn State’s identical 9.5 win totals spark heated predictions. The roundtable breaks down Ryan Day’s daunting schedule—including Texas, USC, Oregon, and Michigan—and evaluates whether the Buckeyes can surpass lofty expectations or stumble amid fierce competition. Insights into Penn State’s revamped roster, key transfers, and Big Ten title aspirations add intrigue. Will Ohio State’s offensive line issues cost them a playoff shot, or does Jeremiah Smith’s star power make the difference? The hosts weigh bold over/under picks for the season ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    ESPN's SEC Bias Exposed in Viral Post! + Penn State & Ohio State Have Same Projected Record!

  5. 3d ago

    Penn State’s First 2028 Commit Has a Wild Matt Campbell Connection — Meet Deonte Flemings!

    Penn State football 2028 cornerback commit Deonte “Duck” Flemings Jr. joins Locked On Nittany Lions to explain why he committed early and became the first member of Matt Campbell’s 2028 recruiting class. Flemings discusses Penn State being his dream destination, his unexpected family connection to Matt Campbell, his long-standing relationship with Terry Smith and the Joey Porter Jr. comparison he received from Penn State’s staff. He also explains his relationship with quarterback commit James Armstrong, why he considers himself a cornerback rather than a safety and how playing quarterback, wide receiver and linebacker has helped him become a more complete defensive back. The 6-foot-3 Erie McDowell standout already has the size, physicality and versatility to become an important piece of Penn State’s future secondary. More importantly, he is embracing the responsibility that comes with helping establish the identity of the Nittany Lions’ 2028 class. What stands out most about Flemings’ game, and where do you ultimately project him in Penn State’s defense: cornerback or safety? Keep up with Deonte's football journey! Deonte on X: https://x.com/d\_flemings02 Deonte on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d\_flemings02/ Deonte's highlights: https://www.hudl.com/profile/22045899/Deonte-Flemings Photo credit: Zach Seyko & Deonte Flemings 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. 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 #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football #recruiting #footballrecruiting #pennstaterecruiting #collegerecruiting #collegefootballrecruiting #weare #highschoolfootball 0:00 Intro 2:17 Building Matt Campbell’s 2028 Recruiting Class 3:55 Why Flemings Committed to Penn State So Early 6:41 James Armstrong and Penn State’s 2028 Class 7:47 Why Flemings Trusts Matt Campbell 11:28 Terry Smith and the Joey Porter Jr. Comparison 13:08 Cornerback or Safety at Penn State? 15:05 Flemings’ Size, Physicality and Playing Style 16:16 How Playing Quarterback Helps Him at Cornerback 17:32 The Flemings Family’s Role in His Decision 19:08 Where the Nickname “Duck” Came From 20:04 Erie McDowell’s Impact on Flemings 21:29 Junior-Season Goals at McDowell 22:44 Flemings’ Message to Penn State Recruits 23:48 Why He Believes in Matt Campbell’s Future 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 First 2028 Commit Has a Wild Matt Campbell Connection — Meet Deonte Flemings!

  6. 4d ago

    Two Receivers STARRED at Penn State's 1st Practice + PSU Already Has Its Next Starting QB?

    Penn State football training camp is underway, and Koby Howard and Alex Manske were two of the biggest standouts from the Nittany Lions’ first practice. Howard already looked like a potential go-to receiver for Rocco Becht, while Manske delivered an extremely encouraging first impression as Penn State’s possible quarterback of the future. Zach Seyko breaks down Howard’s development, Zay Robinson’s surprising red-zone performance and the remaining questions surrounding Chase Sowell, Brett Eskildsen, Karon Brookins, Amarion Jackson and the rest of Penn State’s wide receiver room. The episode also examines Manske’s accuracy, arm talent, mobility, health and place on a quarterback depth chart that includes Becht, Connor Barry, Kase Evans and Peyton Falzone. These observations come from one 90-minute opening practice, so the depth chart is far from settled. However, Penn State may already have important answers regarding Becht’s preferred target, its slot-receiver rotation and Matt Campbell’s long-term quarterback succession plan. Which Day 1 performance should Penn State fans be more excited about: Koby Howard emerging at wide receiver or Alex Manske looking like the future at quarterback? Photo credit: Zach Seyko 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. 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 #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.

    Two Receivers STARRED at Penn State's 1st Practice + PSU Already Has Its Next Starting QB?

  7. 4d ago

    These Penn State Camp Battles Will Decide EVERYTHING For Matt Campbell This Season!

    Penn State football training camp is underway, and the Nittany Lions have several position battles that could determine how far Matt Campbell’s team goes during the 2026 season. The biggest question may be at wide receiver, where Chase Sowell, Brett Eskildsen, Koby Howard, Zay Robinson and Karon Brookins are competing to establish a dependable rotation. Zach Seyko and Patrick Koerbler (https://x.com/Poerbler) debate whether Sowell can become Penn State’s true No. 1 receiver, how much the offense can expect from Howard, and whether the tight ends and running backs can compensate for uncertainty at wide receiver. They also break down Malachi Goodman’s battle at left tackle, Penn State’s projected offensive line, Max Granville’s potential at defensive end, Tony Rojas’ importance at linebacker and how D’Anton Lynn could alternate between 4-2-5 and 4-3 defensive looks. The show closes with a debate about Penn State’s nonconference scheduling strategy and whether the expanded College Football Playoff has eliminated the incentive to schedule additional high-risk games outside the Big Ten. Which Penn State position battle concerns you the most entering the season? Let us know in the comments, and subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions for daily Penn State football coverage. 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. 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/LockedOnNittanyhttps://x.com/zach_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football 0:00 Intro 0:52 Is Wide Receiver Penn State’s Biggest Concern? 3:12 Koby Howard and the Search for a True WR1 6:07 Why Penn State Fans Are Still Snakebitten 10:17 Malachi Goodman and the Left Tackle Battle 12:42 Why Penn State’s Offensive Line Inspires Confidence 15:39 Offensive Line Depth and Phil Trautwein’s Impact 17:01 Penn State’s Defensive Front Takes Shape 18:32 Why Max Granville Is the Defensive X-Factor 20:07 Tony Rojas and Penn State’s Linebacker Questions 22:20 Caleb Bacon, Kooper Ebel and the 4-3 Defense 25:24 Should Penn State Schedule Tougher Opponents? 29:32 Why the Playoff Rewards Easier Scheduling 31:57 Fixing College Football’s Scheduling Problem 33:49 Final Penn State Training Camp Takeaways Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    These Penn State Camp Battles Will Decide EVERYTHING For Matt Campbell This Season!

  8. 5d ago

    New Judge Ruling Creates College Football Chaos! + Penn State, Indiana DUCKING Tough Teams?!

    A federal court ruling has granted an additional season of NCAA eligibility to qualifying Class of 2022 athletes, creating major questions across college football as fall camps begin. Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions and Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers break down what the NCAA fifth-year ruling actually changes, what the judge’s clarification leaves in place, and why late roster decisions could affect current scholarship players and walk-ons. The crossover also examines Indiana’s cancellation of its future Notre Dame series, the restored USC–Notre Dame rivalry, Penn State football’s nonconference scheduling philosophy, James Franklin’s past argument about strength of schedule, and what Matt Campbell should prioritize in future seasons. Should Penn State restore regional games against Pitt, West Virginia or Syracuse? Is an easier September schedule smart playoff strategy, or is college football sacrificing its best rivalries? This matters now because teams are already in camp, rosters have been built, and the College Football Playoff format continues to reward programs for minimizing unnecessary risk. The legal ruling and the scheduling debate reveal the same problem: college football’s rules and incentives are pushing teams toward decisions fans may hate but coaches can justify. Which issue is worse for the sport: eligibility changes after rosters are built, or playoff incentives that reward weaker nonconference schedules? Let us know 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 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/LockedOnNittanyhttps://x.com/zach_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football 0:00 College Football Gets Even Crazier 0:42 NCAA Class of 2022 Fifth-Year Ruling 2:30 Transfer Portal Clarification and Eligibility Limits 4:17 Veteran Players, NIL and Roster Value 5:53 Walk-Ons and Scholarship Consequences 7:01 Could More Lawsuits Create Portal Chaos? 9:15 Why the NCAA Keeps Losing in Court 10:03 Kalshi 11:16 GameTime 12:48 Penn State and Indiana Schedule Philosophy 14:59 Indiana–Notre Dame Series Canceled 17:38 Do Easier Schedules Help Playoff Contenders? 19:36 Should Rivalry Games Move to the CFP? 21:03 Ten Big Ten Games and Notre Dame to a Conference 22:03 Final Thoughts 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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