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Another One: Son of Penn State Legend Commits to PSU

The son of one of the greatest players in Penn State history has committed to PSU. Early on Fourth of July afternoon, LaVar Arrington II— the son of, as you might imagine, LaVar Arrington— announced his commitment to Penn State.

Son of Penn State football icon commits to the Nittany Lions

After rattling off one of the most impressive recruiting hauls in the country during the month of June, James Franklin and Penn State football are ready to keep the momentum surging into July.

Only Kaleb Artis Until Penn State Football

58 days! Folks, we are down to 58 days away from Penn State football, which means it’s time we feature Kaleb Artis. A rising redshirt sophom*ore, Artis committed to the Nittany Lions as a part of the 2022 recruiting class that also had the likes of Nick Singleton, Abdul Carter, and Drew Allar.

North Catholic Star Brady O’Hara Talks Penn State Commitment, Special WPIAL Bond

Like all players in the Class of 2025, North Catholic 3-star athlete Brady O’Hara is preparing for his senior season and final season at home before heading off to college.

Deion Barnes to ‘bring the best’ out of blue-chip Penn State football commit

On June 24, the Penn State football team gained one of its most valuable commitments of the 2025 recruiting class. Max Granville a blue-chip edge rusher made his pledge to the Nittany Lions which shocked some around the nation.

National Analyst Hysterically Wrong About Penn State Football Fans

Penn State Football has one of the best fanbases in college football. Nittany Lions fans show the world every home Saturday in the fall when over 110,000 people are packed into Beaver Stadium for a big-time game against Ohio State or a small school like Akron.

Penn State football among most valuable programs for uniform ad revenue, study says

As colleges across the country look for innovative ways to produce revenue, could Penn State football break with tradition and make a notable change to its iconic uniforms?

Penn State's Tom Allen Says He's a 'Better Coordinator' After Experience at Indiana

Tom Allen hasn't worked solely as a defensive coordinator since 2016, his first season at Indiana, though he has retained his muscle memory for the position.

Only Pete Massaro Until Penn State Football

Injuries derailed what could have been an NFL career for Massaro. We’re 59 days away from Penn State football, which means we turn our attention to former defensive end Pete Massaro.

Penn State All 105: T(E1)yler Warren

Tyler Warren has been waiting for this for a while. When he got to Penn Statebefore the 2021 season, Brenton Strangewas the team’s No. 1 tight end. Strange remained in that position through the end of the 2022 season.

Brainstorming Penn State Playoff Matchups

What’s your dream playoff scenario? I can’t wait for this college football season. Well, I say that every year. But, this year in particular feels special.

Penn State Wrestling: Why Redshirting Levi Haines Could Make Sense

It’s crazy to think that Penn State wrestling wouldn’t have Levi Hainesin the fold this coming season. Or is it? He has two years of eligibility left and already has two Big Ten titles, a national runner-up and a national title on his resume.

Penn State football wide receiver target now trending toward SEC foe

The Penn State football team continues to search for the next commitment in the 2025 recruiting class. After a productive June that landed the Nittany Lions with eight commitments (nine overall), Penn State can be selective with the remaining additions.

Penn State Football: News and Notes From a Nittany Lions Summer

These are the long weeks for Penn State football, the last of the summer training program before players get a brief break ahead of training camp. Coaches get some instruction time with the players, who mostly are working in their own condensed groups.

Penn State football named ‘biggest recruiting winner’ in June

The Penn State football team took care of business during the month of June. When it seemed like the Nittany Lions were falling behind with various targets deciding to take their talents elsewhere, James Franklin and his staff were prepared.

Is This a 'Make-or-Break' Season for Penn State Football?

James Franklin began his first season as Penn State football coach without many expectations. The program was under NCAA sanctions, on its third head coach in four years and still trying to figure out its future.

Penn State Wrestling Hires New NIL Director

Name, image and likeness (NIL) is now a crucial aspect for any college athletics program. Bottom line is that if your NIL team and support isn’t strong, you’ll have a very difficult time attracting recruits, which in turn will make it very difficult to compete.

Beau Pribula teams up with PA’s top QB, missed Penn State football target

Penn State football may have missed out on the No. 1 quarterback in the 2025 recruiting class Matt Zollers. But that has not stopped him from sharing the field with current Nittany Lion quarterback Beau Pribula.

Penn State WR Target Commits to Brent Pry, Virginia Tech

Penn State missed out on one of the top wide receivers in the class of 2025 from the DMV area. Four-star wideout Matthew Outten is staying home and committed to Virginia Tech on Monday.

Why Pressure is Mounting for Penn State Football in 2024

Penn State Football has been close to making the College Football Playoff but has yet to finish the job. With the new playoff expanding from four to 12 teams this season, the Nittany Lions have the chance to make it.

Penn State's Stephen Nedoroscik Qualifies for First Olympics

Penn State hasn't sent a gymnast to the Olympics since 2012. This year, two former Nittany Lions teammates will compete at the 2024 Summer Games. Stephen Nedoroscik, a Penn State alum and the 2021 world pommel horse champion, qualified for the U.S.

Ex-Penn State basketball big man makes transfer portal decision

Three months after announcing his departure from the Penn State basketball program, ex-Nittany Lionsbig man Favour Aire has found a landing spot out of the transfer portal.

2 Key Superstars to Penn State Football Playoff Run in 2024

With the 12-team College Football Playoff on the horizon, Penn State Football is primed for a promising season. Head coach James Franklin‘s program stands among the many competitive teams vying for a spot in the expanded playoff.