Best Nittany Dispatch A Penn State Football Podcasts (2025)

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Can Penn State defeat Oregon? Previewing the White Out matchup 1:14:45

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4d ago1:14:45

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Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber discuss Penn State's matchup with Oregon. Then, they bring on Oregon beat writer Tyson Alger of Lookout Eugene-Springfield to discuss the game. Will Drew Allar step up to the moment and how big of a game is this for James Franklin? Will Dani Dennis-Sutton slow Dante Moore and which Penn State back will be the star in th…

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How can Penn State's offense improve coming out of the bye week 41:59

9d ago41:59

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Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber break down where the Penn State offense goes from here and what we learned during the Nittany Lions' first bye week of the season. What is next for Drew Allar and does Andy Kotelnicki have the scheme that makes the best use of Allar's skills? What will James Franklin change now that Oregon is on the horizon and can Nick…

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Penn State defeats Villanova, 52-6 34:45

14d ago34:45

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Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber discuss Penn State's 52-6 victory over the Villanova Wildcats, including another slow start and tumultuous performance for the offense. Has Drew Allar regressed? What did James Franklin have to say postgame and did Nick Singleton take a step forward today? Plus, thoughts on another dominant defensive performance and how…

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Where does Penn State's offense go from here? | Villanova Preview 43:38

18d ago43:38

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Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber discuss Penn State's offensive struggles and where the team can improve as it wraps up non-conference play. Plus, what did James Franklin have to say about Drew Allar's performance this season and how he can improve going forward. What do we need to see from the Nittany Lions against Villanova before they have a bye wee…

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Penn State defeats FIU, 34-0: Live postgame reaction 36:15

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Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber discuss Penn State's 34-0 victory over the FIU Panthers, including a lackluster performance from the Nittany Lion offense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Audioboom

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Penn State considers Adidas & FIU Preview 28:43

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Audrey reacts to the news that the Penn State board of Trustees is considering a move from Nike to Adidas for all of its gear and apparel. Why does this matter and how could it benefit the program? Plus, what did James Franklin have to say in his weekly press conference, what expectations are there for the Nittany Lions starters in their week two g…

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Penn State dominates Nevada to open season 23:21

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With Jon sidelined for this game, Audrey shares her postgame thoughts on the Nittany Lions 46-11 win over Nevada to open the 2025 season. Tune in for her thoughts on the new wide outs in Kyron Hudson & Trebor Pena as well as how Drew Allar looked in his first senior season game. Plus, what did James Franklin say postgame about his team's performanc…

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PREVIEW: Nevada at Penn State & position battle updates 45:40

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Audrey and Jon discuss Penn State's season opener against Nevada and James Franklin's first weekly press conference of the season. Then, they make their College Football Playoff predictions for the 2025 season and discuss recent position battle news including who will be the starting safety opposite Zakee Wheatley. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz …

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Penn State 2025 Season Preview & Predictions 1:08:11

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Audrey & Jon can feel the season on the horizon as the Nittany Lions kickoff the 2025 campaign just over a week away. This week, they preview the season by playing a game of this or that with this Penn State team as well as discussing where the team ranks among the nation. Also, it’s prediction time, where do Audrey & Jon think the Lions will finis…

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Penn State Position Group Preview & Top 5 Games 1:08:21

2M ago1:08:21

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As the season approaches, Audrey & Jon breakdown each position group for the Nittany Lions and rank where they stand among the entire team. Find out if the it’s the running backs or offensive live that take the top spot, which groups still have work to improve and what areas have the most depth heading into the season. Plus, a discussion of the fiv…

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Penn State opens Fall Camp & Jon’s Piece on James Franklin 56:04

2M ago56:04

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It’s August, so Audrey & Jon are back to kick coverage off for the 2025 season for the Nittany Lions. Tune in for thoughts on the first practice of the season that the media was able to attend, what James Franklin had to say, the renovations at Beaver Stadium plus early thoughts on the new look Wide Receiver group. Plus, Jon shares more from his co…

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June Updates from the Nittany Lion Coaches 35:07

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Audrey & Jon return to discuss the latest availability with Penn State coaches including James Franklin, Andy Kotelnicki and Jim Knowles. Plus, news that defensive Max Granville suffered a long-term injury and will miss extended time for Penn State. How does that affect the defensive line depth and who will need to step up? Plus, thoughts on the Ni…

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Postgame Reaction: 2025 Blue White Game 54:24

5M ago54:24

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Audrey & Jon return to discuss the 2025 Blue White game their takeaways from James Franklin’s last practice of the Spring. How do the new look Penn State Wide Receivers look so far and how will the addition of Trebor Pena impact that group, where does he fit in the offense. With Drew Allar locked in for his final season, how did backups Ethan Grunk…

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Audrey's Initial Blue White Game Reaction 10:00

5M ago10:00

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Audrey shares her first thoughts on the 2025 Penn State Nittany Lion squad coming out of the Blue White Game at Beaver Stadium. Both the stadium and team are under construction and Audrey shared her reaction to the unique format of the game this year, who stood out among the non projected starters and additional news out of the transfer portal incl…

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Spring Updates & Portal News 35:59

5M ago35:59

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Audrey Snyder & Jon Sauber return for updates on the Nittany Lions as they near closer to the Spring Game. Plus, news on the transfer portal and the departures of Jon Mitchell, Ta’Mere Robinson and more. How will this impact Penn State going forward and will there be any additional departures in the next week? This week the media also caught up wit…

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Penn State Spring Ball Takeaways 56:31

6M ago56:31

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Audrey & Jon share their first impressions of the Nittany Lions Spring Practice and the new faces already turning heads in Happy Valley. How did Lavar Arrington II look in the Stix City uniform? How did wide receiver transfers Kyron Hudson and Devonte Ross show up in their first public work in Blue & White and what to make of Jim Knowles new defens…

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Penn State hires Stan Drayton to lead RBs & Beaver Stadium renovation news 54:41

8M ago54:41

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Audrey & Jon return to discuss the latest in the coaching carousel surrounding Penn State football as the Nittany Lions hired Stan Drayton to be their next head of the running backs group. Drayton coached Brian Westbrook, Ezekiel Elliott and Bijan Robinson before his head coach stint at Temple. James Franklin appears to have found a good replacemen…

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Penn State hires Jim Knowles to lead Nittany Lion Defense 1:02:41

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Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber react to Penn State making a splash hire and bringing on Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator. Tune in for thoughts on big a hire this is for the program, what it means for the 2025 Nittany Lions and how James Franklin made the biggest offseason move to date. Plus, with the return of Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, Kaytron …

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Penn State falls 27-24 in the College Football Playoff semifinal to Notre Dame 23:42

9M ago23:42

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Audrey & Jon are back late night to discuss Penn State's season-ending loss to Notre Dame. Despite another 10-0 lead, the Nittany Lions could not pull off a monumental win this season as the fourth quarter mistakes led to a devastating loss in the national semifinal. James Franklin's team got a memorable performance from Nick Singleton and the defe…

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Orange Bowl Preview: Penn State vs. Notre Dame | College Football Playoff Semifinal 40:43

9M ago40:43

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The biggest game of the last two decades for Penn State is finally here as the College Football Playoff semifinal is just a day away as the Nittany Lions meet the Fighting Irish in the Orange Bowl. Tune in for the latest from the Audrey & Jon as they share info from South Beach and the latest on Abdul Carter, the coaching staff's gameplan and their…

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Previewing Notre Dame vs. Penn State with The Independent 55:52

9M ago55:52

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Get ready for the 2025 Orange Bowl as Notre Dame faces Penn State for the chance to move on to the National Championship. Matt Fortuna & Pete Sampson join from The Independent and Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber from The Nittany Dispatch to give a preview of the upcoming semifinal. Find out what both sets of reporters think of the opposing team and ho…

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Penn State wins Fiesta Bowl 31-14 over Boise State to advance to College Football Playoff Semifinals 22:46

9M ago22:46

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Audrey & Jon share their thoughts on Penn State’s win against Boise State in the 2024 Fiesta Bowl by the score of 31-14. The Nittany Lions jumped out with the early lead on stellar play from the offense led by Drew Allar, Tyler Warren and Omari Evans touchdowns. The defense stifled Ashton Jeanty and Amin Vanover, Dvon J-Thomas, Zakee Wheatley and D…

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FIESTA BOWL PREVIEW: Penn State vs. Boise State | College Football Playoff 34:10

9M ago34:10

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The Nittany Lions have arrived in the desert as they prepare for their matchup with the Broncos of Boise State. James Franklin leads a team that is still riding high after a dominant performance against SMU in the first round of the playoff into their next game with a path to the semifinals on the line. How will Penn State prepare to slow down the …

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Penn State Dominates SMU 38-10 to advance to the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals 44:49

9M ago44:49

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It was a day for the defense as Dominic DeLuca had two interceptions, including a pick six, and Tony Rojas had one that went for another pick six as the Nittany Lions stifled the SMU offense to earn a place in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals. Abdul Carter threw in numerous pressures and a sack as well as Dani Dennis-Sutton who helped ter…

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PREVIEW: Penn State vs. SMU | College Football Playoff 49:47

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The first round of the College Football Playoff is almost set to kickoff from Happy Valley on Saturday as SMU faces the Nittany Lions for a chance to advance. Audrey & Jon breakdown the matchup and what to expect on both sides of the ball as well as where Penn State has the advantage against the Mustangs. Will Drew Allar be able to buy time against…

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Penn State News: Drew Allar returns, Beau Pribula enters portal & Kyron Hudson commits 29:21

10M ago29:21

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If the anticipation of the playoff weren't enough, the Nittany Lions were all over the breaking news world over the last two days. The quarterback news out of Happy Valley dominated headlines and led to a commitment at wide receiver from Kyron Hudson but first Audrey & Jon discuss the news that Drew Allar will return to Penn State for the 2025 seas…

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Penn State Preps for College Football Playoff & Transfer Portal News 41:26

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Audrey & Jon return after recovering from their trip to Indianapolis to discuss the news out of State College as the Nittany Lions prepare for their matchup with SMU in the first round of the College Football Playoff. What players will Penn State be looking for out of the portal, how close was Andy Kotelnicki to leaving the Nittany Lions and how is…

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Penn State College Football Playoff Reaction & Early Preview 1:04:26

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Audrey & Jon react to the selection of the Nittany Lions as the number six seed in the 2024 College Football Playoff. Penn State will host a first round playoff game against SMU in Beaver Stadium on Dec. 21st at noon ET. What is the path for James Franklin and his team? Can they make a deep run and how will they build off the Big Ten Championship o…

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Postgame Reaction: Penn State falls to Oregon in Big Ten Title game 24:51

10M ago24:51

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The Nittany Lions fell one score short of the Oregon Ducks on Saturday night in Indianapolis as they fall by the score of 45-37. Drew Allar had moments of brilliance and a few costly picks while the defense had their worst showing of the season in the first half. Audrey & Jon share brief thoughts postgame before going live after the selection show …

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Big Ten Championship Preview: Penn State vs. Oregon 52:55

10M ago52:55

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The Nittany Lions are back in the Big Ten Title game for the first time since 2016 and James Franklin is eyeing a second conference crown against the Oregon Ducks. Audrey & Jon return to discuss the matchup and what it all means if Penn State is able to pull off a massive upset on Saturday in Indianapolis. Is this game a chance for Franklin to righ…

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Penn State clinches Big Ten Title Game berth with win over Maryland 53:32

10M ago53:32

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The Nittany Lions are headed back to Indy for the first time since 2016 where they will face the No. 1 Oregon Ducks for the Big Ten Title. Penn State defeated Maryland 44-7 as they dominated the game after a slow start with the ground game and passing game taking advantage of the Terps deficiencies. Tune in for Audrey & Jon’s thoughts on the game, …

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Penn State vs. Maryland Preview | College Football Playoff Rankings Reaction 38:39

10M ago38:39

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Audrey & Jon have another week of playoff ranking reactions to wade through as well as preview the season finale against Maryland in Beaver Stadium. Will the Nittany Lions close out their 2024 campaign with a win to seal a college football playoff berth? What are the possible first round matchups and what would be most advantageous for Penn State? …

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Penn State’s gutsy fourth down calls lead to 26-25 win over Minnesota 39:30

10M ago39:30

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Nothing came easy for the Nittany Lions on the road against Minnesota but a series of gutsy coaching decisions on the final drive led Penn State to a 26-25 win. James Franklin and his staff had Penn State go for it on three different fourth downs on the final drive of the game including a fake punt that was the game changer for the fourth ranked te…

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Penn State Ranking Reactions & Minnesota Preview 44:40

10M ago44:40

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Audrey & Jon return for another College Football Playoff ranking reaction pod where all the wild reactions from Tuesday were discussed. Did Penn State struggle against UCLA? What would a matchup with Georgia in December look like, can the SEC handle the cold? Meanwhile, James Franklin and the staff are prepping the Nittany Lions for a Minnesota tea…

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Penn State Shellacs Purdue 49-10 48:09

10M ago48:09

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The Nittany Lions took care of business on Saturday in West Lafayette with a dominant win over Purdue. Drew Allar threw for 247 yards and three touchdowns going 17-19 and Tyler Warren had another huge day with 190 all purpose yards and two touchdowns. Tune in to hear Audrey & Jon’s thoughts on the win as well as what it means to James Franklin’s te…

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Penn State Playoff Ranking Reaction & Purdue Preview 43:38

11M ago43:38

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Audrey & Jon return to discuss the latest college football playoff ranking and where the Nittany Lions sit going into the final three games of the regular season. The college football landscape does not respect the Nittany Lions #4 ranking but the question is who does deserve to be above them other than the unbeaten teams? James Franklin's team doe…

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White Out Win: Penn State beats Washington 35-6 44:48

11M ago44:48

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In a dominate White Out performance, No. 6 ranked Penn State beat Washington 35-6 in Happy Valley. Quarterback Drew Allar threw for 228 yards and one touchdown, while tight end Tyler Warren added to his impressive season with two rushing touchdowns as well as eight catches for 75 yards. The Nittany Lion defense stifled the Huskie offense by sacking…

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White Out Preview: Penn State vs. Washington 46:19

11M ago46:19

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Audrey & Jon are back for a midweek look at the Nittany Lions before they face Washington in primetime for the White Out from Happy Valley. Tune in for thoughts on James Franklin's midweek remarks, the decision making on the four chances from inside the five in the 4th quarter against Ohio State as well as how the thought Drew Allar and the offense…

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Postgame: Penn State Falls to Ohio State…again 1:02:36

11M ago1:02:36

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For the eighth consecutive matchup, the Penn State Nittany Lions fell to the Ohio State Buckeyes. Despite an early pick six by Zion Tracy, James Franklin’s team could not muster an offensive performance that would keep them in the game with Ohio State as they lost by score of 20-13 despite a 10-0 lead in the first quarter. Audrey & Jon discuss ever…

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Game of the Season Preview: Ohio State at Penn State 56:45

11M ago56:45

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Audrey & Jon are back to discuss the matchup of the year as the Buckeyes head to Happy Valley for a Big Noon showdown for the Nittany Lions. Tune in for thoughts on how James Franklin's team stacks up, the health of Drew Allar, can Beau Pribula carry the Lions if needed and what is the status of the other injuries to Anthony Donkoh and Dani Dennis-…

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Penn State at Wisconsin Preview 35:22

11M ago35:22

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Penn State heads to Wisconsin to meet the surging Badgers in Camp Randall. Tune in for thoughts on the matchup and what has led to the turn around in Madison and if the Nittany Lions will come away still unbeaten. How does this Penn State team stack up and how can they avoid a slow start on the road again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po…

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Nittany Lions pull off the OT come back win over USC, 33-30 in LA 49:18

12M ago49:18

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Penn State found a way! Despite a disastrous first half that saw the Nittany Lions fall behind 20-6, the Nittany Lions adjusted as they tend to do and made the plays to improve to 6-0. Tyler Warren had an unforgettable day that started chants of Warren for Heisman as he had 200 plus receiving yards and 17 receptions while playing nearly every posit…

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Penn State at USC Preview 50:36

12M ago50:36

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Audrey & Jon gear up for the journey west as Penn State makes its first cross country journey of the new Big Ten conference when it heads to USC this weekend. Tune in for thoughts on the matchup, how will the line play define the game? Is Nick Singleton back and ready to break the explosive plays the Nittany Lions need? Plus, Audrey caught up with …

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Penn State improves to 5-0 with 27-11 win over UCLA 49:29

12M ago49:29

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The Nittany Lions got off to another slow start on both sides of the ball but took control of the game in the second half and improved to 5-0 on the season. Penn State beat UCLA 27-11 and James Franklin’s team avoided a let down following the win over Illinois. Drew Allar threw for 237 yards and a touchdown while Kaytron Allen was the primary back …

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Penn State vs. UCLA Preview 32:13

12M ago32:13

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Audrey & Jon return to preview the first matchup of a new Big Ten opponent when UCLA comes to Happy Valley on Saturday. What is the quarterback situation for the Bruins and do the Nittany Lions have any cause for concern against a team that has struggled to score and defend the pass? Find out the latest from James Franklin at practice this week and…

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Penn State run game wears down Illinois, 21-7 1:02:40

12M ago1:02:40

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Audrey & Jon are back for a late late postgame show to discuss Penn State’s top 20 win over Illinois on Saturday night. The ground game wore down the Illini defense and carried the Nittany Lions to the win with Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen both showing up throughout the game to get chunk plays and keep this offense moving. The offensive line ha…

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White Out Energy Preview: Illinois at Penn State 44:58

1y ago44:58

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Audrey & Jon discussed the ranked matchup under the lights of Beaver Stadium this Saturday as James Franklin's Nittany Lions meet Bret Bielema's Fighting Illini. How will Penn State fare against the undefeated Illini and is Tom Allen's defense going to hold Luke Altmeyer in check? Will Drew Allar keep up his stellar start to the season or will the …

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Penn State shuts out Kent State 56-0 51:04

1y ago51:04

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Penn State dispatched Kent State in expected fashion with a 56-0 victory in Beaver Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Eight different players scored and Drew Allar accounted for four touchdowns as the Nittany Lions rolled in their last non-conference game before meeting Illinois next Saturday. Tune in for thoughts on the win as well as how much we can …

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Kent State Preview & K.J. Winston Injury Impact 51:05

1y ago51:05

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Audrey & Jon are out of the bye week haze and back to preview Penn State's matchup with Kent State on Saturday as the Nittany Lions look to improve to 3-0. To start off the podcast, late news on Wednesday from James Franklin that star safety K.J. Winston will be out with a long term injury. How will this affect the defense and who will step up, wil…

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Unpacking Penn State's Week Two Performance | Nittany Lion Defense a Concern? 37:03

1y ago37:03

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Audrey & Jon are back to discuss their rewatch of the win over Bowling Green and all the questions that were raised by the week two performance from the Nittany Lions. James Franklin spoke to the media on Tuesday and despite the performance he reiterated things could be worse as the team did get a win. Tune in for thoughts on the big day from Nick …