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Blue chip RB, DB among additions to Penn State football roster

The newest members of the 2024 Penn State football roster are settling into Happy Valley. On Monday, theNittany Lions announced the arrival of three more incoming freshmen: four-star running back Corey Smith, four-star safety Dejuan Lane, and three-star offensive lineman Donovan Harbour.

Penn State football 2024 White Out opponent coming into focus, per report

Nothing beats the Penn State football White Out game. Each season the college football world gets to see one of the greatest environments in the sport.

‘He Talks a lot About my Teammate…”: Penn State Wrestling Commit ‘Very Proud’ After Beating Gabe Arnold

Penn State wrestling commit Zack Ryderwould have been ecstatic to make it to the U.S. U20 World Team regardless of who he had to beat to get there. Beating Iowa’s Gabe Arnold was a bonus.

2 Penn State Games Could be Set For NBC Prime Time: What does this mean for the Whiteout?

As the season creeps closer and closer, networks have been announcing more and more kickoff times for the 2024 college football season, including the upcoming Penn State Football slate.

Penn State found ‘friction’ between coach James Franklin, team doctor; could not determine violation

The school did not detail what internal follow-up — as suggested by the report — was done.

Pair of Penn State Legends on College Football Hall of Fame Ballot

A pair of Penn State greats are being considered for the College Football Hall of Fame. The National Football Foundation has unveiled the 2025 Hall of Fame ballot with football bowl subdivision player candidates.

Penn State's Ki-Jana Carter, D.J. Dozier on College Football Hall of Fame Ballot

Ki-Jana Carter and D.J. Dozier, two of the greatest running backs in Penn State football history, are on the National Football Foundation's 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Ballot.

Is Penn State football a non-threat in the Big Ten under James Franklin? The conference’s coaches weigh in

The Big Ten is set to move to a division-less format for the 2024 college football season, potentially infusing new blood into the conference title race.

Only Finn Furmanek Until Penn State Football

89 days! Today’s portion of the countdown honors a run-on and a “townie” (as us State College natives call ourselves) in Finn Furmanek. After a productive

Penn State football offers rising middle school QB prospect a full scholarship

The Penn State football team wrapped up a successful weekend of visits this past weekend. Players stepped on campus for both official and unofficial visits.

Penn State football ranks at bottom of B1G in spring transfer portal grades

James Franklin and Penn State football left much to be desired in the spring transfer portal window, says one of the sport’s major talent evaluation outlets.

This weekend kicks off several key recruiting weekends for the Penn State football team. The Nittany Lions are currently hosting some of the top uncommitted talent in the 2025 recruiting class.

Only Dvon Ellies Until Penn State Football

13 more Saturdays! Dvon Ellies enters the 2024 season as one of Penn State’s best defensive tackles. The Maryland native was named an All-Big Ten honorable mention in 2023 after recording 26 tackles and five tackles for loss.

Father of Penn State Wrestling Legend Expected to be Hired at State College High

It looks like the next wrestling coach at State College Area High School will be none other than the father of one of the greatest in Penn State history.

Veteran Penn State football support staffer joins Manny Diaz at Duke

A long-time support staffer for James Franklin and the Penn State football program is joining Manny Diaz in Durham. This week,Nittany Lionsassistant video director Joe Loosemore announced that he was set to join Diaz’s new staff at Duke.

Penn State Recruiting Profile: Dejuan Lane Brings Size, Speed to Secondary

Sixteen players from Penn State’s 2024 recruiting class got a head start during spring drills, but the group isn’t fully on campus. Nine more Nittany Lions arrive this summer, including some of the class’ more intriguing prospects.

Ex-Penn State football head coach offers Nittany Lion legacy target

The importance of the Penn State football team landing legacy targets is always at an all-time high. But recently, several players have chosen to go in a different direction.

Penn State-West Virginia Duel Slated for Big Noon Kickoff

The countdown is officially on for the 2024 Penn State football season as it was revealed that the Nittany Lions season opener at West Virginia is set to kickoff at noon on Aug.

Michigan, Penn State, and Oregon locked in battle for 2025 top-100 recruit

One of the top safeties in the 2025 recruiting class has narrowed his list to four programs. Gonzaga (Md.) defensive back Kainoa Winston cut his list down to Oregon, Penn State, Michigan, and North Carolina.

Penn State Basketball Expands Non-Conference Schedule With Florida Tournament

The Penn State men's basketball continues to fill out its 2024-25 non-conference schedule, adding a Florida tournament before Thanksgiving. The Nittany Lions will compete in the Sunshine Slam in Daytona Beach, an eight-team event that includes Clemson and Drexel.

Former Penn State Football Doctor Awarded $5.25 Million in Wrongful Termination Suit

A Pennsylvania jury awarded Dr. Scott Lynch, Penn State's former football team doctor, $5.25 million in damages in his wrongful termination lawsuit against several parties, including his employer Penn State Health.

Penn State Surprisingly Makes Top 6 List For Elite Prospect

The Penn State Women’s basketball program re-entered the national picture this past season and is looking to capitalize on its momentum. The Lady Lions posted a 22-13 record, including a 9-9 record in Big 10 play, and were ranked No.

Penn State Lady Lions basketball pushing for top 2025 recruit

The Penn State Lady Lions basketball program is in the mix for one of the elite prospects in the 2025 recruiting cycle. Last week, North Carolina guard Kamryn Kitchen included the Lady Lions in her list of top six programs.

Penn State HC James Franklin allegedly tried to interfere in medical decisions

If the allegations are true, it's not a great look for James Franklin and the Penn State Nittany Lions.