Lions247 Penn State Podcast

Penn State football returns to Beaver Stadium on Saturday as the No. 8 Nittany Lions host non-conference opponent Bowling Green. We're back to break down the matchup and Game 2 storylines for PSU, including injury notes and rising talent. Plus, focus on players to watch and score predictions. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State's recent recruiting success is in focus following a pair of Top247 prospect pickups. Plus, which prospects are expected to visit Beaver Stadium this Saturday for the home opener? The Nittany Lions' next opponent is also in the spotlight as we break down Bowling Green with a Falcons beat reporter. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State came out of its 2024 season opener with plenty of success to point toward, and we're back to sort through the most notable takeaways from a 34-12 win at West Virginia. Program progress and player development are in focus, along with notes from a Monday afternoon James Franklin press conference. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State overcame West Virginia and a lengthy lightning delay on the way to a 34-12 road win in the 2024 season opener. Led by strong defense and explosive plays from Drew Allar, Harrison Wallace and Nick Singleton, the Nittany Lions largely controlled Game 1 action, which is likely to adjust national perception about their potential. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We share final notes and observations from the Penn State football practice field before season kickoff, then dive into game storylines, players to watch and score predictions for a matchup at West Virginia. Plus, we forecast the Nittany Lions' regular-season record and playoff fate, breakout stars and MVP awards. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State football is underway with its first game week of the 2024 season and we're back with several team updates on this latest Lions247 Podcast, including notes on injury issues and freshmen plans. Plus, we take a closer look at West Virginia's strengths, weaknesses and top players with a Mountaineers insider ahead of Saturday kickoff. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State football finished preseason camp this week and we're back to recap a month of team developments, ranging from coaching staff feedback and position competitions to freshman progress and team leadership. After sorting through several August storylines, we go position-by-position in exploring the Nittany Lions depth chart and projected that outlook for Game 1. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're joined by 247Sports and CBS national college football analyst Bud Elliott, co-host of the Cover 3 Podcast, for a Big Ten season preview. We review conference newcomers and top contenders before focusing on Penn State. Nittany Lions commits are also in the spotlight ahead of their senior seasons. Plus, a recent four-star recruit has switched positions for PSU. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is through two weeks of preseason football camp and we've got several updates, headlined by offensive development, quarterbacks Drew Allar and Beau Pribula and injury notes. Plus, PSU senior safety Jaylen Reed discusses his expectations for the defense and helps spotlight potential breakout players. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State football freshmen are in focus through nearly two weeks of preseason camp. Which Nittany Lions newcomers are pushing to play early and where is key development occurring across various position rooms? Then we discuss five recruits who are currently committed elsewhere but remain PSU 'flip' targets for the 2025 recruiting class. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are plenty of Penn State football preseason topics to discuss after our latest visit to Nittany Lions practice, including elevated excitement surrounding a pair of freshmen players, updates on position competitions and evaluation of offense-vs-defense battles. Plus, fresh perspective from new defensive coordinator Tom Allen and program veterans. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State football made a mid-week splash on the recruiting trail, flipping four-star linebacker Cameron Smith from a Duke commitment. We break down the St. Joe's Prep (Philadelphia) standout and his impact on the 2025 class, along with other potential flip candidates. Then Nittany Lions senior defensive tackle Dvon J-Thomas joins us to talk preseason camp. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following a brief summer hiatus, there's plenty to discuss on this fresh Lions247 Podcast episode. We review ramifications of recent player dismissals, early feedback from preseason football camp and a spree of seven commitments that impacted three different Nittany Lions recruiting classes. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State representation stepped into the spotlight Wednesday during Big Ten Football Media Days. Lions247 was in Indianapolis for event coverage and conducted exclusive interviews with defensive tackle Dvon J-Thomas, safety Jaylen Reed and tight end Tyler Warren before hearing from head coach James Franklin regarding a variety of topics, including injury updates and roster newcomers. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State players and reporters are heading to Indianapolis for Big Ten Football Media Days (July 23-25), so we look ahead to notable storylines regarding the Nittany Lions and an expanded conference landscape. Plus, a recent peek at the PSU basketball squad in practice action provided updates on team vets and newcomers alike. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What goes on behind the scenes for Penn State football during the summer months? The Nittany Lions stay busy, as former Nittany Lions starting lineman Landon Tengwall discusses on this latest Lions247 Podcast episode, with focus ranging from players' preparation for preseason camp to prospect camps and official visits. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

247Sports national recruiting analyst Brian Dohn evaluates an eventful recent recruiting span for Penn State, ranging from notable wins and to key misses, with an emphasis on in-state and receiver prospects. Then we dive into Nittany Lions player ratings from the freshly released EA Sports College Football 25. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State experienced mixed results on the recruiting trail this week, landing standout Florida defensive lineman Randy Adirika and missing on in-state receiver Lex Cyrus. Both developments are in focus, along with what's next for 2025 class plans at each position. Plus, former PSU basketball star John Harrar discusses an upcoming reunion with Nittany Lions in tournament action and his post-college Philadelphia Eagles tryout. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State picked up another recruiting commitment during the recent holiday, landing legacy athlete LaVar Arrington II. We break down his decision and 2025 class fit before previewing key upcoming commitment announcements. Then we rank the Nittany Lions' top 10 roster newcomers based on immediate impact potential. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Penn State football team secured a commitment from one of its top receiver targets in Jeff Exinor Jr. but missed on another when Matthew Outten picked Virginia Tech. Where do these developments leave the 2025 Nittany Lions WR class? Plus, top takeaways from a June commitment spree that saw 10 prospects pick PSU. Then we sort through depth chart projections with position-by-position focus on defense. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices