Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
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Thoughts on Penn State's WR room after two games, Drew Allar the dual-threat, practice notes
PennLive's Max Ralph and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's injury situation and potential off-field issues for a veteran defender. Plus, Max shares his practice observations with PSU on a bye week. Max and Bob also look at how a more mobile Drew Allar has impacted the offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State's offense continues to percolate thanks to the efforts of the Lions' "triplets"
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine all of the success on the offensive side for Penn State. The Lions are 2-0 and the big three of Drew Allar, Tyler Warren and Nicholas Singleton have done serious damage in the first two games. Plus, a look at Johnny's top 25 ballot and some former Penn State players who shined for their NFL teams in Week 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State-Bowling Green recap from Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal
It was a closer game than any Penn State fan expected. PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal recap the Nittany Lions' struggle against Bowling Green and what's next for the team after their bye week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is Penn State getting in the latest pair of commitments to James Franklin's 2025 recruiting class?
PennLive's Max Ralph and Bob Flounders delve into the verbal commitments Penn State has secured from offensive lineman Malachi Goodman and wideout Matthew Outten. Plus, could Penn State tight end Khalil Dinkins play against Bowing Green on Saturday? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State-Bowling Green preview: Breaking down the Nittany Lions’ home opener
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph give their final thoughts on Penn State's win at West Virginia and break down the home opener against Bowling Green. Which freshmen could see their first action? And which backups coul provide a pop? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drew Allar looked different vs. West Virginia, and that's a great sign for Penn State moving forward
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's Monday news conference. Franklin was obviously pleased with Penn State's effort in the Lions' win at Morgantown on Saturday and Franklin also discussed the offseason growth of QB Drew Allar. The PSU captain looked more confident and more mobile against WVU. Plus, Johnny and Bob discuss Andy Kotelnick's impact on the offense and some great play by the Lions' defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State-West Virginia preview: Keys to the Nittany Lions’ 2024 season opener
PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph break down Penn State’s season opener at West Virginia, complete with keys to the game, players to watch and predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State targets a couple of true freshmen to play in 2024, PSU's right tackle competition
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on Penn State coach James Franklin's Monday news conference with PSU preparing for a road trip to West Virginia on Saturday. Franklin discussed the offensive position groups that made the most progress in the offseason and also revealed a couple of freshmen who have been given the "green" light to play in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Drew Allar be the key to Penn State making the playoff?
Ex-NFL scout and executive Jim Monos, a Central Pa. native, has watched a lot of Drew Allar film. The junior quarterback absolutely has NFL arm talent, but there are some hurdles to clear before he gets there. Plus, how can WVU cause problems for Penn State? Quarterback Garrett Greene has Monos’ attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A closer look at QB Drew Allar's productive offseason, Penn State continues to tinker with its O-line
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders assess third-year junior quarterback Drew Allar's growth heading into Penn State's opener vs. West Virginia. Allar was recently named a team captain and James Franklin and OC Andy Kotelnicki have been pleased with Allar's leadership within the PSU locker room. Plus, a talented young offensive lineman may be switching positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Podcaster extraordinaire Doug Lesmerises joins the show to discuss Penn State's 2024 playoff chances
PennLive's Bob Flounders is joined by Doug Lesmerises, one of the creators of the "Kings of the North" college football podcast that focuses on northern superpowers in the sport. Lesmerises, formerly a columnist at Cleveland.com who covered Ohio State, believes PSU can make the Big Ten championship game this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reactions to Penn State’s place in the AP poll, preseason camp news
PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss Penn State’s place in the preseason Associated Press top 25 poll. They also break down news from the Nittany Lions’ preseason camp, including freshman contributors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Penn State's run game look more like the 2022 version under Andy Kotelnicki?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the potential impact of Andy Kotelnicki on the offense and specifically the run game. Johnny and Bob also answer questions from PennLive's Penn State text subscribers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State WRs who could surprise in 2024, August impressions of Tom Allen and Andy Kotelnicki
PennLive's Max Ralph and Bob Flounders recap some news from Penn State Media Day. How big of a loss is DE Jameial Lyons and who needs to step up? Are there a couple of wideouts worth watching in August and early in the regular season? Plus, Max and Bob share their early impressions of Tom Allen and Andy Kotelnicki. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A closer look at Penn State OL commit Kevin Brown, players and storylines for the Lions in August
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the verbal commitment of Harrisburg High star lineman Kevin Brown to Penn State's program. Johnny and Bob also preview some players and storylines for August with PSU Media Day set for Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State's White Out opponent is set, early 2024 Big Ten storylines, more
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders provide an early preview of next week's Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis. What are some early storylines for Penn State and the rest of the Big Ten? Plus, the Lions' White Out game is set and some PSU player rankings for the college 2025 video game are discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State recruiting: Breaking down the Nittany Lions’ newest 2025, 2026 commits
PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss Penn State’s recruiting run and the newest additions to the Nittany Lions’ 2025 and 2026 classes. Who might be next for James Franklin and his staff? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's next for Penn State recruiting after new commitments, departures in 2025 class?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss Penn State's busy recruiting week. What should you know about the five newest commits in the 2025 class? And why did two players flip their commitments elsewhere? We dissect what it all means for Penn State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State recruiting update, thoughts on summer enrollees as busy June begins
PennLive’s Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph discuss Penn State’s first big recruiting weekend of what promises to be a busy June. Who could be the first 2025 commit of the summer? Plus, an early outlook for the Nittany Lions’ 2024 summer enrollees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Max Ralph joins PennLive's Penn State coverage team, Beaver Stadium renovation thoughts
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders welcome Max Ralph to the Penn State beat on this episode. Max, a Penn State alum, covered James Franklin's team during his college days and shares his thoughts on the last couple of PSU teams. Max also has an early thought or two on the 2024 version. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drew Allar's 2024 outlook working with new Penn State OC Andy Kotelnicki, PSU win total bets
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss what to expect from Penn State QB Drew Allar in his second season as starter. How much will the presence of new OC Andy Kotelnicki improve Allar's production? Plus, an early look at PSU win total bets for 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State's talented safety room must move on from King Mack, looming position battles and players of note
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share thoughts on some of the Penn State players who entered the transfer portal, notably second-year safety King Mack. Plus, a look at some key position battles with an eye on August practices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Penn State players find their homes in the 2024 NFL draft
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to how Penn State players fared in the 2024 NFL draft last week. Eight Nittany Lions were drafted. Some went a little early, some went later than expected, and a couple PSU players had to go the free-agent route. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State and the 2024 NFL draft: How many Nittany Lions will be picked?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview this weekend's NFL draft and a Penn State draft class that could go 10-deep. Olu Fashanu and Chop Robinson are the big names in the PSU contingent and several Lions could go in Rounds 2-3 on Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State's overlooked players in 2024, KeAndre Lambert-Smith and the transfer portal, more
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine some of the most overlooked players on the Penn State roster. Johnny and Bob also look at where former PSU wideout KeAndre Lambert-Smith may head next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dave Jones shares stories from lengthy career covering Penn State at his retirement party
PennLive's David Jones, Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders gather at Jones' retirement party in Mechanicsburg to discuss Penn State football. The writers are joined by special guest Nick Horvath Jr., the legendary sports editor of The Patriot-News. David and Nick trade memorable stories from their lengthy Patriot-News' past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State's wide receiver room takes a hit in the transfer portal, Lions who made moves, more
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss how the transfer portal could affect Penn State's roster moving forward. Veteran wideout KeAndre Lambert-Smith wasted no time jumping into the portal. Who could follow him? Plus, a look at some PSU standouts this spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A look at the secrets to Penn State DC Tom Allen's past success, memories of previous Blue-White games
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders share their Blue-White game memories and Jones unveils his Saturday plans for this year. Plus, Dave and Bob discuss the potential impact of new PSU defensive coordinator Tom Allen, who was more successful at Indiana than his won-loss mark suggests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Previewing Penn State's Blue-White game on Saturday: What to expect, who to watch
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders recap the latest from Penn State spring practices with some thoughts on Andy Kotelnicki's offense and the impact of defenders A.J. Harris and Dani Dennis-Sutton. Plus, Johnny and Bob preview what to expect from the Blue-White game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
PennLive's David Jones on his pending retirement, favorite Penn State memories and personalities
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders take a look back at Jones' remarkable career at The Patriot-News and PennLive on this special episode. Jones, who is retiring from the Penn State football beat, fields questions and comments from PSU fans and reflects on his time with personalities such as Bill O'Brien, Matt Millen, Matt McGloin and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Penn State's WR room ready to rebound in 2024, and how big of an impact will Julian Fleming and KeAndre Lambert-Smith make?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders take a deep dive into Penn State's 2024 wideout room. PSU added Ohio State transfer Julian Fleming and the Lions also return veteran KeAndre Lambert-Smith. But does PSU have enough talented players to upgrade the wideout position? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Assessing Penn State's wide receiver room halfway through spring, an early look at Tom Allen's defense
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's recent comments about Penn State wideout group, which now includes Julian Fleming. Johnny and Bob also provide an early look at what to expect from Tom Allen's defense in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New OC Andy Kotelnicki talks Penn State offense in early spring, Chop Robinson's thoughts on the 2024 DE room
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on Penn State's early spring practice sessions. New Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki has wasted little time putting his stamp on the Lions' offense. Johnny and Bob discuss his approach. Plus, Chop Robinson had some interesting things to say at PSU's Pro Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tourney Talk with Jerry Palm & David Jones
On this edition of the Blue-White Breakdown, CBS Sports bracketologist Jerry Palm joins PennLive's David Jones to discuss Virginia's puzzling choice by the NCAA selection committee and its 42-point performance on Tuesday night. Palm also tells how he rose from a humble computer specialist at a Chicago bank to one of the three preeminent experts on college basketball and college football rankings with the help of his discovery by Jones on the fledgling mid-'90s internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reflecting on Saquon Barkley's time at Penn State and the Lions' 1998 defense that roughed up Tim Couch in the Outback Bowl
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders react to Saquon Barkley signing with the Philadelphia Eagles. Barkley produced three 1,000-yard seasons for Penn State despite being limited by some mediocre O-lines. Plus, a look back at a disruptive PSU defense that terrorized Kentucky QB Tim Couch 25 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State's James Franklin discusses spring practice goals, Andy Kotelnicki's impact, Lions' position changes
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's Tuesday press conference. Why did Abdul Carter move to DE? Which veteran offensive lineman is dealing with an injury? Plus, Johnny and Bob discuss what new OC Andy Kotelnicki can do for the Lions' offense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State players to watch during spring drills, new OC Andy Kotelnicki's potential impact on the offense
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's spring practice sessions which start next week. It's a big spring for new OC Andy Kotelnicki and Johnny and Bob highlight some players and positions to watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Big Ten Network's Dave Revsine talks PSU hoops with David Jones
PennLive columnist David Jones is joined by Big Ten Network anchor Dave Revsine to talk about Penn State basketball, Mike Rhoades, the impact former PSU star Talor Battle has had on Northwestern’s ascent and the Caitlin Clark phenomenon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who are the Penn State players that needed to shine during winter workouts? Lions to watch at the NFL scouting combine
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on which Penn State players needed to have big winters in terms of strength and conditioning workouts. Plus, PSU has 10 former players at the NFL scouting combine. Who will run the fastest 40? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State hoops stuns Illinois, Caitlan Clark's impact, David Jones on the 1994 PSU football team
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders go deep on the Penn State basketball team's stunning comeback vs. Illinois. Jones was at Rec Hall for the game. Jones discusses Caitlan Clark's influence plus and shares his thoughts on the 1993 and 1994 PSU football teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Examining Penn State defender Abdul Carter's fit at his new position, plus second-year Lions poised to pounce in 2024
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders project the impact Penn State star defender Abdul Carter will make at his new defensive end position. Plus, a look at some second-year Nittany Lions to watch along both lines, linebacker and potentially in the secondary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
USBWA Hall of Famer Mike DeCourcy joins old friend David Jones, talk college hoops & PSU football
Longtime Sporting News columnist and USBWA Hall of Famer Mike DeCourcy joins old friend David Jones of PennLive on this edition of The Blue-White Breakdown. The conversation with DeCourcy, who's also a Big Ten Network studio analyst and FOX Sports' bracketologist, twists from a little breaking news regarding the firing of Chris Holtmann at Ohio State, to a state of Penn State basketball critique, to stories about covering PSU football (1985-91) for The Pittsburgh Press and his sometimes contentious relationship with Joe Paterno. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
James Franklin on his 2024 transfer group that includes Julian Fleming and Nolan Rucci, plus a look at Penn State potential 2024 draft class
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their takeaways from James Franklin's Tuesday news conference. Franklin discussed transfers Julian Fleming and Nolan Rucci. What does PSU need to accomplish during spring drills? And a breakdown of the 10 Lions who received NFL combine invites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cleveland.com's Nathan Baird on Ohio State's impressive offseason, Julian Fleming's potential and Penn State's 2023 offense
Nathan Baird , who covers Ohio State football, joins Bob Flounders to discuss the Buckeyes' NIL program, their transfer portal adds and all of OSU's returning talent. Plus, Nathan shares his thoughts on Julian Fleming and what he saw from Drew Allar in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Penn State players who impressed at the Senior Bowl, East-West Shrine game, Lions add a 2025 linebacker
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders dive into the performances of some Penn State players on the Senior Bowl and East-West Shrine game practice fields. Johnny breaks down 2025 verbal Alex Tatsch and some Super Bowl betting opportunities are discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A closer look at Penn State's greatest running backs from the last 30 years, Ji'Ayir Brown is Super Bowl-bound
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss some of the great Penn State running backs from the past 30 years. How good was Curtis Enis? Is Evan Royster overlooked? Plus, former Penn State safety Ji'Ayir Brown is headed to the Super Bowl with San Francisco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What did we learn about Penn State football and the rest of the Big Ten in the month of January?
PennLive' s Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss what unfolded at Penn State during the January and how it may shape 2024. Coordinator hires. Recruiting news. What are the Lions' biggest questions at the moment? Plus, it was hard not to notice what Ohio State accomplished. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bill O'Brien's impact at Penn State and his potential impact at Ohio State, an NFL team comp for Penn State
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders look back on what worked for Bill O'Brien at Penn State and how the new Ohio State offensive coordinator may handle coaching his new group of talented Buckeyes. Plus, do James Franklin's Nittany Lions remind you of a team that is consistently just coming up short in the NFL playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A look at the Penn Stat January enrollees who could make an impact in 2024, plus the Lions land a 2025 verbal
Penn State's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss a few Penn State early enrollees who have the talent and the opportunity to make an impact in the fall. Plus, PSU adds an offensive line prospect to its 2025 recruiting class. Plus, PSU adds an offensive line prospect to its 2025 recruiting class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reflecting on Paul Posluszny's Hall of Fame career at Penn State; what's gone right for the PSU's men's basketball team
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss what Penn State great Paul Posluszny meant to the Nittany Lions' program during his time in State College. The linebacker is part of college football's 2024 Hall of Fame class. Jones evaluates the men's basketball season to date, plus thoughts on Jim Harbaugh's future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices