Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

Penn State has reached its final game week of the 2025 season, preparing for a Pinstripe Bowl matchup versus Clemson. We chat with a 247Sports Tigers insider to learn more about the Nittany Lions’ opponent, including a fall from Top-5 ranking to 7-5, coach Dabo Swinney’s approach and the impact of key player absences. (Note: We dealt with some connection issues for Hannon. Thanks for your patience.) Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 nearing a Pinstripe Bowl game against Clemson but things continues to command attention beyond the field. The Nittany Lions are targeting a letterman as defensive coordinator, officially added new coaches and are preparing for the exit of others. Meanwhile, roster updates are headlined by transfer plans for an impressive freshman and we've got some recruiting topics to discuss. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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's new coaching staff continues to make moves on the recruiting trail, including a few additions to a small 2026 class. We dive into those details on early results and what could come next for the Nittany Lions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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

Changes are coming quickly for the Penn State football program approximately one week into Matt Campbell's time as head coach. We sort through several developments that have impacted the coaching staff, personnel plans, current roster and recruiting approach. Plus we spotlight some key players for Nittany Lions roster retention efforts. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 Matt Campbell Era has begun for Penn State football, featuring his introductory press conference. What stood out from that event, which also included commentary from AD Pat Kraft, and what did we hear from Terry Smith? Plus, we go inside Campbell's time at Iowa State with a Cyclones insider. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 has a new head coach in longtime Iowa State leader Matt Campbell. We react to the move, which completes a 54 day search, and also focus on the aspect of Terry Smith remaining on staff. Plus, what stood out from leaked audio of AD Pat Kraft's meeting with players and where is PSU heading for its bowl game? Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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

As Penn State's coaching search wraps up, the Nittany Lions signed only two recruits to the 2026 class this week. How does that impact upcoming roster-building plans and what needs to happen next? Plus, we're joined by Jackson Ford, the only prospect who stuck with PSU after James Franklin's firing. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 coaching search became increasingly complicated when BYU's Kalani Sitake backed off plans to lead the Nittany Lions. With scrutiny rising on AD Pat Kraft, how did things get here and what comes next? Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 battled back and forth with Rutgers in a game that featured more than 1,000 total yards, ultimately earning a third straight win and bowl eligibility. What stood out during and after the matchup as the Nittany Lions enter an unpredictable timeline? Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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

Fresh off the Penn State practice field, we review top takeaways from on-field observations and discussions with interim coach Terry Smith and players. Then it's time to preview a Saturday game at Rutgers, with a look at key storylines, players to watch and predictions as bowl eligibility hangs in the balance. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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