BWI Live: A Penn State football podcast from Blue White Illustrated

After National Signing Day's fireworks on Wednesday, the 2023 recruiting class is officially in the books. Today, Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz discuss the characteristics of the class and compare it to the top-five group from 2022. They'll also discuss the day's current events, including Mitchell Tinsley's performance during the all-star bowl circuit leading up to the NFL Draft and the impact of losing Juice Scruggs from the offensive line. Subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated Daily Edition on YouTube and enable notifications, so you never miss an episode. Before diving into today's football discussion, Fitz and Bauer discuss Penn State basketball's loss to Purdue on the road Wednesday night. The Nittany Lions shot poorly, but the Boilermakers poured on the heat early from deep and never looked back. Bauer discusses what he saw from the game and why Purdue had so much success from three. Next, they discuss the Shrine Bowl, which takes place Thursday night. Scruggs and Tinsley are standouts from the week of practice, so the duo discusses their trajectory this draft season. Next, Fitz wants to highlight what Scruggs meant to the team last season. Finally, they wrap up the class of 2023. Fitz gives his thoughts on the class and where its strengths lie. Maybe just as important, he looks at the areas that this group needs to improve. Then, he spins that forward to the Class of 2024 and points to the position groups Penn State needs to nail in this upcoming cycle to avoid a letdown at those positions. Fitz and Bauer end the show with a lightning round, stacking the Class of 2022 and 2023 to compare the strengths of each group. They'll go position by position, and Fitz will pick a winner between the classes according to which group is stronger. Positions like quarterback and running back are apparent. But what about linebacker or safety? The Nittany Lions were strong in both cycles, so which group has the edge? Check out the show to find out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the traditional National Signing Day, Penn State had an eventful day, securing four-star offensive lineman Chimney Onoh out of Maryland. This week, we've covered that extensively at Blue White Illustrated and on the YouTube channel. So instead, the BWI Daily focuses on what you want to discuss. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel answer questions from fans of the show and discuss Penn State Wrestling's upcoming road dual meets against Ohio State and Indiana this weekend. If you'd like to get your question on the weekly mailbag show, submit a five-star review with your question in the comments section on Apple Podcasts. Or, you can join Blue White Illustrated and drop your question on the submission thread inside the Lion's Den. After giving Pickel a chance to share his quick thoughts on Onoh, T-Frank opens up the mailbag to see what's in the mind of Penn State fans. The first question this week deals with presumed starting quarterback Drew Allar. Will the staff focus on building up his running skills to operate the offense next season? Next, t-Frank and Pickel give their thoughts on how much Allar's legs will factor into the offense next season. Similarly, a viewer wants to know what week of the season the new starting quarterback needs to be at full speed with the offense. Can he be ready out of the box against West Virginia? Pickel and T-Frank discuss the early Penn State schedule and the team's propensity for starting the season slow on offense. However, T-Frank points out a fact about both young quarterbacks that should help them play above their second-year status. Next, they discuss the offensive line. Just how good can this until be if fully healthy? Can they be a top five or ten unit in the country? T-Frank is still determining if he's ready to say that, but Pickel is bolder. They're discussing the potential of the offensive line with returning star Olu Fashanu at left tackle, Landon Tengwall at left guard, Hunter Nourzad at center, Saleem Worley at right guard, and Caedan Wallace at right tackle. But will that be the lineup? The line's interior had a shaky season last year with extensive injuries and some struggles from Wormley at right guard. Next, they discuss the reality of what Penn State faces heading into the spring. After discussing several other topics, they end the show with a preview of Penn State wrestling. The Nittany Lions have another top-five showdown, this time against Ohio State on the road. Pickel recaps the win over Iowa and previews the most exciting bouts this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tomorrow is national signing day so to get fans ready for what to expect, recruiting insider Ryan Snyder returns to the BWI Daily Edition Live Show to discuss tomorrow's festivities and what to expect from Penn State's efforts on the recruiting trail. He'll also ask fans questions about 2023, 2024, and whatever is on the viewers' minds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State basketball's rollercoaster season continues it's wild ride this week on the BWI Penn State Hoops show. Fresh off an 83-61 dismantling of Michigan at home, the Nittany Lions will try to bottle that energy to play No. 1 ranked Purdue on the road Wednesday night. Host Thomas Frank Carr and basketball insider Nate Bauer discuss the win, and the personality of this season on today's Hoops Show. Subscribe to the BWI Hoops Show on YouTube, and review the progam on Apple Podcasts. Bauer and T-Frank start with Penn State's decisive win over Michigan on Sunday, which included an 18-point run to end the first half. Despite that, Bauer points to the first several minutes for growth to put that run in perspective. Next, he and T-Frank discuss another common theme from this season, slow starts to the second half. However, all those factors, including five made three-point shots in a row, are a subset of a more significant theme for the year. Penn State has played very well at home but has struggled on the road. Bauer has the proof in the team's shooting percentage splits and comments from three-point ace Andrew Funk to back it up. So how can Penn State bottle that shooting and take it on the road? Based on the schedule, Bauer thinks this will be the defining aspect of the team's season down the stretch. That's because the team faces yet another set of critical games on the road, and he has each team's home record. The numbers will surprise you. That journey starts tomorrow against top-ranked Purdue at 6:30 pm. So how do they contend with Zach Edey? Hear from Penn State head coach Micah Shrewsberry and how he talks about the likely national player of the year. Finally, T-Frank asks Bauer if the team can pull an upset or at least have a chance to win in the final five minutes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State put the finishing touches on a busy January Monday morning when four-star tackle in the Class of 2025, Jaelyne Matthews committed to the program. The nearly 6-6 offensive tackle is the first player for Penn State in the next cycle and committed to the program despite a lengthy offer sheet from some of the best programs in the country. Today on the BWI Daily: Recruiting Show insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss Matthews, the team’s retention of a key assistant, and recap junior day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Each Friday in January, recruiting insider Ryan Snyder has joined host Thomas Frank Carr to discuss the upcoming junior day for Penn State football. The Nittany Lions will have their third and final gathering of top regional and national talent on Saturday. So, Snyder is back to discuss his five most interesting players on campus this weekend. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated to get inside access to the Lions Den Message forum to get the full list of players visiting this weekend. Also, be sure to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you never miss the show!Before getting to Saturday's talent, T-Frank and Snyder discuss a mid-week visitor at Penn State. Four-star St. Francis high school quarterback Michael Van Buren stopped by to see the Penn State staff. Van Buren has been a regular on campus, fueling speculation that Penn State is a strong contender with the On3 Consensus top-100 player. Snyder also got the first feedback from a recruit about the hiring of new receivers coach Marques Hagans. Four-star Virginia native and one of Penn State's top targets, Keylen Adams, spoke with Snyder this week and gave his feedback on his relationship with Hagans. Snyder was surprised by his conversation with Adams and shares it on the show. Finally, Snyder reveals his five most interesting players that will attend junior day this weekend. This isn't a list of the highest-rated players, but the recruits with some of the most exciting stories or from unusual recruiting regions. This week's list includes (not in order)Benedict UmehDylan StephensonJamonta WallerDeAndre CarterBen Roebuck Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer take questions from fans of the BWI Daily Edition about a variety of topics, including the transfer portal, linebacker projections for next season and the wide receiver position.To get a question on the show, leave a five-star review on Apple podcasts with your question as the comment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Just over a week ago, Penn State football picked up its second member in the Class of 2024. Four-star linebacker out of Central Catholic in Pittsburgh, Anthony Speca, chose the Nittany Lions over Michigan and Notre Dame. Today, you meet Speca as he sits down for an exclusive interview with host Thomas Frank Carr on the BWI Daily Edition. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable notifications so you don't miss the interview when it airs at 7 pm on Wednesday. Also, if you'd like to get a question on the BWI Mailbag show, which will be on Thursday, submit a five-star review with your question on Apple Podcasts. T-Frank begins his discussion with Speca by digging into why the rising junior decided to commit early in the process. While it may seem early, Speca has taken steps that most recruits don't in order to evaluate his potential schools. T-Frank asks what that process was like and how taxing that is for a high school player. They also discuss Speca's relationship with former Penn State legend Dan Connor. Conner is an analyst for the Nittany Lions, but he made a strong bond with Speca during the recruiting process. He discusses how the two connected and what they bonded over during their relationship. Part of the recruiting process was also getting to know defensive coordinator and linebacker coach Manny Diaz. Between head coach James Franklin, Conner and Diaz, there was a common thread that Speca respected and bonded over. Check out the interview to see what sealed the deal for the Pittsburgh native. Throughout the recruiting process, the 6-1 linebacker reveals his personality. He discusses his disinterest in the pageantry of the recruiting process, his desire to be great, and his upfront honesty. All of those characteristics paint the picture of a strong leader who joined the program at this point in order to be a leader in recruiting. One of the key recruits that Penn State wants to add to the class is athlete Quinton Martin. Speca describes his relationship with "Q" and how close the duo is. Next, they dive into Speca's skills on the football field. T-Frank asks Speca to scout himself and tell the audience where he thinks his strengths lie and where he wants to improve. Finally, they wrap up the conversation by getting to know Speca outside of football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Tuesday night, Penn State basketball dropped a rough game on the road, losing to Rutgers 65-45. So how did the Nittany Lions, who have been competitive in nearly every game this season, lose by 20 points? Today on the Blue White Illustrated Hoops Show, insider Nate Bauer discusses that with host Thomas Frank Carr. On today's show, you'll also hear from Penn State basketball head coach Micah Shrewsberry from his comments after the game. Make sure you catch the full show by subscribing to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and turning on notifications. T-Frank and Bauer start the conversation by discussing the most crucial parts of the game. According to Bauer, Penn State fell on its face in the final 11 minutes or so of game action. To make his point, he reads off the shot sequence for Penn State to end the game. Next, he and T-Frank discuss how much of an anomaly the Lion's shooting percentage was last night and why they bottomed out offensively. Next, they discuss why Micah Shrewsberry thinks that the defense played poorly on Tuesday night and how that's a departure from what he wants his team to be. Then, t-Frank and Bauer play clips from a pointed postgame press conference that Shrewsberry held after the game to underscore different aspects of the game. First, they evaluate a season-low offensive output before shifting to how that affected the defensive performance. One of the emerging issues for Penn State is the lack of depth in participation outside of star Jalen Pickett and a handful of other players. Shrewsberry didn't have a problem with how his star guard played on Tuesday night, but he does have a continuing issue with the ecosystem in which he operates. Bauer and T-Frank discuss not only how Pickett needs to get calls from officials but the potential reasons why. Next, they discuss the lack of support Pickett is getting from his teammates. The Nittany Lions role players came up small on Tuesday night, a growing problem in big games for Penn State. Shrewsberry called out his team in a very pointed way. Check out the show to hear his fiery comments. They discuss other elements of the game, including the officiating and the style of play for Penn State, which is an ongoing discussion this year. Finally, they take these topics and project them to the next game. The team hosts Michigan at the BJC on Sunday and hopes for a great atmosphere to help the team overcome a quality opponent. Bauer and T-Frank end the show treading over familiar territory when analyzing the big-game atmosphere at home for the team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Each week the BWI Daily edition goes live to discuss the important topics of the week with fans of the show live on YouTube. This week, reporter Greg Pickel joins the show to discuss the Penn State football team's march toward spring football, the outlook for the roster, and Penn State wrestling. The Nittany Lion wrestling team has another big-time showdown at the Bryce Jordan Center this Friday when they welcome second-ranked Iowa to Happy Valley. So, Blue White Illustrated's wrestling reporter will dish on what he thinks of the upcoming match and update T-Frank on the team's outlook. As always, the star of the show is your questions and comments. Got a thought about Penn State football you'd like to share? Join the show live at 7 pm to discuss what's on your mind with T-Frank and Pickell. The best way to never miss an episode is to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube. Also, if you'd like to get your questions on this week's mailbag episode, submit a five-star review on Apple Podcasts with your question. Penn State football is a darling dark horse for the upcoming 2023 season. With a five-star quarterback presumably stepping under center to start his career, to go with a loaded defense and running game, there's plenty of excitement about Penn State locally and nationally. But what about that center Drew Allar will line up behind? One of the key losses for the team this offseason was former starter Juice Scruggs, who moved on to the NFL. Can Cornell transfer Hunter Nourzad fill in for Scruggs? It's a critical position and one that Pickel spent time examining this week. He and T-Frank will discuss the situation and the internal view of Nourzad. Then the duo will discuss the external view of the second-year Nittany Lion to see how fans view the 6-3 lineman. Next, they'll preview the spring transfer portal window. Penn State has unfinished business after missing out on a defensive tackle in this past cycle. Can they make something happen in May? They'll discuss that, and review the team's work in the transfer portal this winter. Finally, they'll dive into Penn State's top-ranked showdown with Iowa on Friday night. The Nittany Lions steamrolled Michigan and Michigan State this past weekend, setting up a one-versus-two showdown at the BJC. Can the Nittany Lions get the win? What are the key weight classes that will decide the dual? They'll dive into that, head coach Cael Sanderson's handling of the 157-pound spot on his lineup, and much more.Penn State's offensive line plans hinge on Hunter Nourzad adjusting to center. We'll discuss Penn State wrestling's showdown against Iowa, and your questions live at 7! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blue White Illustrated broke news Monday morning that Penn State has found its next receivers coach. Head coach James Franklin tagged Virginia assistant head coach and receivers coach Marques “Biscuit” Hagans to fill the same position with the Nittany Lions. Hagans survived two coaching changes at Virginia and had been in his current position since 2011. Today on the BWI Daily recruiting show, insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss the recruiting implications of hiring Hagans. They’ll also highlight the notable players that attended Penn State’s junior day on Saturday. As always, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don’t miss the show. If you want to get your questions on the BWI Mailbag Show, submit a five-star review with your question on Apple Podcasts. In the show’s first half, Snyder and Fitz take a deep dive into Hagans fit with the Nittany Lions as a recruiter and developer. Then, they draw some parallels between his best players at UVA and how he was able to help them, highlighted by Olamide Zaccheaus, now a starter for the Atlanta Falcons. But because it’s a recruiting show, they dive deeper into that element of his hiring. Penn State has done very well in Virginia over the last several cycles. Yet there’s one talent-rich area they haven’t been able to mine successfully, and it’s one that Hagans knows well. So they discuss which recruits in the upcoming class he could help Penn State land from the region and what other players outside of receiver he could sway. Finally, they dive into the latest junior day for Penn State football. The list surprised both Fitz and Snyder, who expected a lower turnout for the second of the team’s three junior day events. Instead, several high-level athletes, including a top-25 player in the upcoming class, made the trip to Happy Valley. Find out which 2024 and 2025 players stood out to BWI’s recruiting experts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football has been out on the road recruiting this week and, coming up this weekend, is hosting another junior day to set the table for the spring recruiting cycle. To get fans updated on what and who to expect, recruiting insider Ryan Snyder joins the BWI Daily edition to discuss. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss the show, and submit a five-star comment on Apple podcasts to get your thoughts heard on the weekly BWI Mailbag show. They start the show by discussing the flurry of offers that Penn State has sent out this past week. While they don't run down all the names, Snyder explains why there are so many names that come out this time of year and how the process works. From there, he and T-Frank discuss what these offers mean and how things have changed over the years. But T-Frank wants to know more and asks why things have changed to the point that they have. Is social media driving the need to offer kids? Is it the competition? Snyder explains what he's seen in the evolution of Penn State's offers not just in the last 20 years but since the pandemic. Finally, they discuss the junior day list for Saturday. Penn State is hosting roughly 40 prospects this weekend and Snyder has picked out the five most intriguing names that fans should know. He and T-Frank discuss each player and what they're so interesting to Snyder. One of the players, Wyomissing prospect Caleb Brewer, sparks a conversation about where Penn State focuses its best commits each cycle. Is the reason that the team can't find a steady supply of defensive tackle prospects because they put those players on the offensive side of the ball? T-Frank and Snyder disagree and discuss the topic at length. Check out the show for the full top five list. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Insiders Sean Fitz and Nate Bauer discuss the recent news for Penn State football and discuss whether or not the recent transfer portal window was a success. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's been a barrage of news and commitments for Penn State football this week. With that comes plenty of thoughts, comments, questions, and opinions from Penn State football fans. So to give them a chance to be heard, the BWI Daily Edition is opening up the mailbag and getting to what you want to know. To get your question on the show, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated and leave your question on the BWI Daily Mailbag submission thread or leave a five-star review on Apple podcasts with your question. As always, subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you never miss the show. Today's show primarily focuses on the wide receiver position for Penn State football. The team picked up two commitments this week. The first was Sunday when former Kent State wideout Dante Cephas announced he was joining the program. Next, former Florida State pass-catcher Malik McClain made the decision to join the Nittany Lions. What do the two bring to the table? And what will their presence do to the roster, with five receivers in the Class of 2022 vying for playing time? Bauer and T-Frank will discuss those questions, and T-Frank will go into detail about where he thinks they fit positionally. He'll also give his thoughts on their skills and how Penn State can best use each player. Penn State also got a commitment from three-star linebacker Anthony Speca on Tuesday. According to recruiting insider Ryan Snyder, Speca is close friends with four-star athlete from Pittsburgh, Quinton Martin. Can Penn State land Martin? With such a high-profile player, will NIL be a factor with Martin? One viewer wants to know if Penn State should prioritize him despite Martin not playing a high-value position. This topic leads to a lengthy conversation about NIL and how the system is different at Penn State than in other places. But what about those other systems of NIL that guarantee money to recruits? Is that system going to work? Bauer and T-Frank debate the current state of NIL, how things are changing in the marketplace, and where they are going. Lastly, they discuss a range of topics, including more portal pursuits, mike linebacker, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State basketball insider Nate Bauer discusses the loss to Wisconsin with host Thomas Frank Carr. They discuss the growing trend of a different outcome each game between the first and second half for Penn State, the role of the referees in that phenomenon, and what the team needs to do next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football has had a busy week already, so there’s plenty to discuss on the BWI Daily Edition. Host Thomas Frank Carr and recruiting insider Ryan Snyder to discuss the commitment of Anthony Speca. Snyder will also answer your questions live on the show, so join us at 7 pm to ask the expert! Don’t forget to subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don’t miss a live show! While T-Frank and Snyder will mostly answer your questions, they will have plenty to talk about. The final On300 rankings for the Class of 2023 came out Tuesday afternoon, with a significant jump for several players. Find out where tight end Andrew Rappleyea landed in the update and find out which players moved the most up or down. They’ll also begin a more detailed look at the Class of 2024. T-Frank will ask Snyder to give his thoughts about the strengths and weaknesses of the upcoming class. What stands out to him about the prospects in the region? And which players will stand out from the rest? They’ll also talk about positional needs on the roster and what he thinks the Nittany Lions need to address. Penn State has added its second verbal commitment in the Class of 2024. Fresh off an unofficial visit to see the Lions in State College, four-star Pittsburgh linebacker Anthony Speca picked head coach James Franklin’s team on Tuesday over multiple other Power 5 options.Get to know the 6-foot-1, 215-pound junior and the rest of the Lions’ Class of 2024 below. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was an eventful weekend for Penn State football, with several big-time stories coming out of Sunday. Today, on the BWI Daily Recruiting Show, insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz discuss those topics. They'll cover the firing of Taylor Stubblefield, the move to get Dante Cephas in the transfer portal, junior day recap, and more. Subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated Daily Edition on YouTube and leave a five-star comment on Apple podcasts to get your question on the mailbag show coming up later in the week. The week's biggest news broke Sunday evening when assistant coach Taylor Stubblefield announced via social media that he was being let go from the program. Shortly after, Penn State followed up with an official statement. So what led to the departure? Fitz and Snyder discuss the variables that led to his termination and look at recent news, but also the big picture of his time at Penn State. Next, they transition into top portal target Dante Cephas' commitment shortly after Stubblefield's firing. Are the two related? And how long has Cephas been in the works? The duo take you through the somewhat complicated recruiting process of getting Cephas to Penn State and explain what's next for the former Akron Zip. They also update fans on the latest portal visitor, 6-4 Florida State receiver Malik McClain. After working through the transfer portal news, they focus on 2023 tackle Chimdy Onoh's official visit to the program. The lone 2023 target seems like a great fit for Penn State and vice versa but how did his visit go? Snyder discusses what he knows and cautions fans from getting too excited about a potential commitment in the near future. Lastly, they focus on junior day, which tooks place on Saturday. The Nittany Lions hosted over 40 prospects with some high-profile names. Snyder and Fitz feature linebacker Anthony Speca in this week's player spotlight. Next, they discuss receiver Keylen Adams, linemen Blake Frazier, Ethan Calloway, Speca, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football had a major shakeup at receiver on Sunday night when the team parted ways with coach Taylor Stubblefield. Hours later, the team landed one of its top portal targets, Kent State wide receiver Dante Cephas. To make sense of all that information, host Thomas Frank Carr and senior Editor Nate Bauer discuss the events and how it affects the team. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube so you never miss any breaking news. https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKFirst, they start with the news that Penn State landed Cephas. The team had been hotly after receivers in the transfer portal but had yet to find success despite those efforts. That changed on Sunday night when Cephas committed to the Nittany Lions despite some enrollment challenges that will cause him to enroll this spring. https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/penn-state-adds-top-transfer-portal-target-in-wr-dante-cephas/Bauer and T-Frank discuss Cephas's impact on the roster and how important it was for Penn State to get on the board at that position. So is Cephas' commitment linked to Stubblefield's firing? Bauer and T-Frank discuss the larger picture at the receiver position and how the short-term situation has less to do with his departure than the problems on the roster and recruiting trail. Bauer and T-Frank discuss what those issues were. Finally, they round back to Cephas, and T-Frank gives some more observations on the former Zips final season in Akron to give fans an idea about what he brings to the roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blue White Illustrated recruiting insider Ryan Snyder and host Thomas Frank Carr discuss the five prospects attending Penn State's junior day on Saturday that intrigue Snyder the most. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State basketball had a wild week filled with ups and downs, or "downs-then-ups" according to basketball insider Nate Bauer. Today on the Blue White Illustrated Penn State basketball hoops show, Bauer and host Thomas Frank Carr discuss the loss to top-ranked Purdue and the fallout from that game. Then they turn to the win against Indiana and how you can see the imprint of the previous game on that win. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated wherever you get your podcasts, so you don't miss the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blue White Illustrated reporters and Penn State football insiders Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz discuss the latest news in the transfer portal for Penn State football. They'll discuss the issues landing a wide receiver and then shine a spotlight on the roster to see what Penn State brings back for 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Thomas Frank Carr and senior editor Nate Bauer discuss listener submitted questions on the BWI Mailbag show. To get your questions on the show, submit a five-star review on Apple podcasts and leave your question as a comment. Today, they address the return of Curtis Jacobs and how Penn State can go about building its linebacker room for next season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State's portal recruiting has been up and down this season. The BWI Recruiting show looks at the wins but also the issues that are cropping up with NIL and the portal. They'll also preview the first Junior Day, which is this weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football season never ends despite the 2022 season ending a week ago. Now, the team is in the thick of the transfer portal window, trying to secure the talent for next year's run at a Big Ten Championship and beyond. The BWI Live show will discuss the latest news on YouTube to get fans up-to-date on the latest roster moves at 8 pm. Join the show and ask your questions of host Thomas Frank Carr and senior editor Nate Bauer. https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKThe biggest news this weekend is that defensive end Adisa Isaac will return to Penn State next season. According to PFF, the redshirt junior defensive end put together a bounce-back season for the Nittany Lions with 36 pressures, four sacks, and eight quarterback hits. So what does his presence on the roster mean for the defense? And what does he hope to get out of returning to Manny Diaz's scheme? The panel of experts will discuss that and more.But Isaac's return isn't the only good news for Penn State this week. That's because defensive tackle D'Von Ellies followed up behind his teammate on Monday with the news that he'll also be returning. Penn State's search for a defensive tackle in the transfer portal has been slow, so the trio will discuss how Ellies can impact the depth chart next year. Finally, one player isn't coming back next year. Right tackle Bryce Effner decided to step away from football after multiple injuries during his college career. Penn State has been looking for tackles in the portal and in recruiting, so how does Effner's absence affect the team next year? T-Frank and Bauer will discuss how that position will shake out next spring. Lastly, they'll look at how Penn State has been able to retain critical players from both the NFL and leaving via the transfer portal. What are the factors driving players to return and not leave? Is this a sign that something special is brewing in Happy Valley? Despite that success, the portal hasn't been kind to the Nittany Lions' efforts at bringing in talent. They've lost out on several top targets, including Monday, when two players announced that they were transferring to other schools. Penn State football got a lot of good news in player retention this weekend. Join BWI Live at 8 pm to discuss who's returning to Penn State.Finally, they'll discuss the national championship game and the notion that you need an elite quarterback to make the college football playoff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The glow of the 2023 Rose Bowl hasn't left yet, and the Penn State football staff is already hard at work securing the next round of Nittany Lions. There are several different avenues of player acquisition this time of year. Today on the BWI Daily Edition, Sean Fitz and Thomas Frank Carr discuss the transfer portal, recruiting in 2023, and previewing the next wave of 2024 recruiting. Don't miss the BWI Daily Edition on YouTube by subscribing to the channel. https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKDespite their "signing day draft" last month, Penn State is still pursuing players in the class of 2023. The main name to know is Chimdy Onoh, a four-star offensive tackle from Dundalk, MD. The former Old Dominion commit opened up his recruitment right before the early signing day and has extended his recruitment into February. He recently named new top-four schools. So, where does Penn State stand in that lineup? Fitz discusses the outlook and what the Nittany Lions would get if they could secure his services. Next up are junior days. The significance of these events has changed in recent years, so Fitz and T-Frank discuss what they are and how they're used. Fitz also looks back at the list of players that attended Junior Day last year and notices an important trend. Now that Penn State has secured a high-visibility win in the Rose Bowl, does that change the level of players they can attract to such an event? Is that a real-world example of momentum at work? Fitz has his doubts and explains how that's probably not the case. Next, they dive into the hectic world of the transfer portal. Thanks to a new NCAA rule, there has been an acceleration on the timeline of transfer portal recruiting, which Fitz outlines. Next, he and T-Frank discuss the players that visited Penn State this week and which players fans should focus on. From there, they break portal recruiting down by position and look at Penn State's areas of need and some potential weak spots that fans may think the team needs to address. They also discuss Devin Carter, who committed to the program on Monday. Lastly, they preview the high school All-Star games that started this week. Penn State offensive line commit Jven Williams is at the All-America Bowl this week, so they discuss the meaning and position of high school all-star games. They also explain how they view these events to give fans some context on what to take from them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State basketball fell to 11-4 after a loss to Michigan on Wednesday, and they have another tall task on Sunday when they face Purdue at the Palestra. Join the Blue White Illustrated Hoops show as Nate Bauer and Thomas Frank Carr discuss both games. Make sure to subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated podcast feed and leave a comment on the show! The Nittany Lions didn't put out a collective best effort on Wednesday, losing 79-69 to Michigan on the road. T-Frank and Bauer discuss the critical components that went into the defeat in a game that featured scoring runs by both teams throughout the game. What contributed to that and in what aspects did Penn State fall short during the game? They'll discuss that and which players need to step up now that there's a clearly defined strategy for defending the offense. After wrapping up the discussion on Michigan, they turn ahead to preview the showdown with Purdue at the Palestra. It's a game for Penn State where the venue is as much the story as the opponent. So how will the home court be for the Nittany Lions against the top team in the country? Bauer has been to each of the last two games in Philly and explains to T-Frank the environment and how it could affect the game. Can Penn State get a home-court advantage? They'll discuss that and how the crowd could specifically affect Purdue. After wrapping up their discussion on the venue, Bauer and T-Frank get to the game. Bauer breaks down what he's seen from Purdue and provides context with some stats he found to back up his observations. Then, they discuss Penn State's three-point shooting skills and how that can play into the game, and how turnovers shouldn't be a factor. Finally, with a game that amounts to a White Out game at Beaver Stadium, how will this affect recruiting? Bauer details the players that he's confirmed plan to attend the game and how important they are to Penn State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blue White Illustrated sent a host of reports to the 2023 Rose Bowl to give you coverage from every angle of the game. Today on the BWI Daily Edition, reporter Nate Bauer, will join the show live to discuss his impressions of Penn State's historic win. If you'd like to ask questions or get your opinion on the show, join live at 8 pm on YouTube! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKBauer was there in Los Angeles in the days leading up to the Rose Bowl and got a chance to speak with several Penn State football players at the open media day. Most notably, the freshmen, whom Penn State does not allow to speak with the media their first year, were available for interviews. Bauer spoke with Nittany Lion's breakout star running back, Nicholas Singleton. He'll give his impressions of Singleton and the other players he spoke with on the show Thursday night. They'll also discuss the most interesting players he spoke with, regardless of grade on the show. To help give context and narrative to the story, he'll share his conversations with KeAndre Lambert-Smith and PJ Mustipher. Finally, as the Blue White Illustrated team's big-picture expert, Bauer and T-Frank will discuss the legacy impact of winning the Rose Bowl. Penn State head coach James Franklin became the first head coach since Joe Paterno in 1994 to win the Rose Bowl while wearing Blue and White. Does this win to secure his legacy as a head coach at the university? After nine seasons, is it time to have that conversation? Obviously, that story is only complete with discussing quarterback Sean Clifford. So, what does this win and this season do for his place in Penn State lore? They'll discuss this topic and then look to the future of the program and the highly anticipated 2023 football season. So, join the show and ask whatever questions we miss! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on the BWI Daily Edition, we take you down on the field to get an up-close retelling of Penn State’s 35-21 win over Utah in the Rose Bowl. Reporter Ryan Snyder was at field level for Blue White Illustrated, and he joins host Thomas Frank Carr to discuss what he saw and heard, to add context to what fans saw on television during the game. Subscribe to the BWI Daily Edition on YouTube, so you don’t miss an episode! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKHowever, before they get to the game, T-Frank and Snyder discuss the breaking news after the win. Former NC State receiver Devin Carter committed to the program during the victory celebration, giving Penn State a much-needed boost at the position. Snyder recaps how the commitment went down and what he might bring to the table for the team. Next, T-Frank reviews his time at NC State and expands on what Snyder discussed regarding his role on the team. Once they’ve wrapped up their discussion on Carter, T-Frank dives into the game to get Snyder’s perspective on the events leading up. They discuss the magnitude of the game and its place in football fan lore. Then, Snyder comments on whether or not the Rose Bowl lived up to those expectations. Next, they talk about the mood and the observations pregame. He talks about what he saw from the players preparing for the game. Finally, they discuss the tribute to Franco Harris that Penn State players and coaches made by wearing his jersey while arriving at the stadium. Snyder and T-Frank discuss not only the sentiment of that moment but how it’s an important bridge between two factions of the Penn State fan base. But the game itself takes center stage during the rest of the show. Snyder talks about how impressive quarterback Sean Clifford was and how he seemed to be in command of the offense. T-Frank grills him on key plays, and they discuss what each saw from their vantage points. Finally, they talk through what Snyder saw and heard while standing on the Utah sidelines and observing the game. He has some fascinating insights about which moments the game turned on and how Cam Rising’s injury affected the Utah bench. Meanwhile, T-Frank discusses how his absence on the field unlocked a key element of the game for Penn State. Lastly, they talk about the next step for Penn State, the momentum winning the Rose Bowl gives the program, and what steps the team needs to take to reach their new lofty levels of expectation for 2023. Finally, they dive into the legacy that is winning a game like this means for head coach James Franklin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State and Utah played a closely-contested game on Monday night in the 2023 Rose Bowl. If the Nittany Lions proved one thing, it's that they have a dominant running game. Freshman Nicholas Singleton broke off an 87-yard touchdown run in the third quarter to give the Nittany Lions a 21-14 lead. Singleton had only six carries by the time the decisive fourth quarter started, but he gained 120 yards on those six runs and scored two touchdowns. The budding superstar showed speed, power, and vision during the game in a breakout performance reminiscent of former Nittany Lions rusher Saquon Barkley. However, the turning point of the game was the next drive when Utah quarterback Cam Rising exited the game with a knee injury after a first-down scramble where he took a hard hit from three Penn State defenders. The game broke open on the first play of the fourth quarter when KeAndre Lambert Smith broke off an 88-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Sean Clifford. Clifford, in his swan song, was impeccable. The sixth-year senior exploded during the game for 242 yards and two touchdowns by the time Lambert-Smith hauled in his touchdown. More impressively, Clifford was hyper-efficient, completing 14 of 20 passes with several throwaways thanks to excellent coverage.Once Penn State went up by two scores, Utah had no answer without Rising. Backup quarterback Bryson Barnes threw a bad interception in the third quarter and took several sacks that ended drives. Penn State wins its first Rose Bowl since 1994, and head coach James Franklin gets redemption in his second attempt after a loss to USC in 2016. The Nittany Lions finish the season 11-2, and fans that wanted one got a signature win for 2022. Penn State gets signature victory, Clifford reason why | BWI Live Postgame Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football's first dip into the transfer portal didn't come at either of their most prominent and public positions. Instead of a wide receiver or a cornerback, special teams coach Stacy Collins struck first, signing Columbia kicker Alex Felkins as a preferred walk-on to the program. Felkins sits down for an exclusive interview with Blue White Illustrated's Sean Fitz to discuss his journey to Penn State and why he chose the Nittany Lions. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss any exclusive interviews. Penn State's kicking situation has been inconsistent for the past two years, with punter Jordan Stout filling all three special teams kicking roles in 2021 before Jake Pinegar retook his job in 2022 and finished the regular season 12-16 on field goals and 52-54 on extra points. With Pinegar moving on and highly-rated freshman Sander Sahaydak yet to earn any playing time, the Nittany Lions pounced quickly on Felkins, a two-time All-Ivy League honoree as a kicker. While Penn State's need for a kicker with experience is clear, what drew Felkins to Happy Valley? The Oklahoma native shares his reasons for picking the Nittany Lions with Fitz and describes his situation at Columbia. Felkins also described what sort of atmosphere he's looking for and how State College itself drew him to the program. Next, the duo discussed his time at Columbia and what adversity he faced while with the Lions. He tells Fitz about a significant injury he overcame and how grueling the process of returning to play was for him. He also describes his game and what he thinks he can bring to Penn State. The senior kicker also explains how Penn State got in contact with him, how his relationship with special team's coach Stacy Collins has developed, and what sort of competition or playing time he's expecting at Penn State next year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz discuss the latest Penn State football news and recap what happened at Penn State's bowl practices leading up to the Rose Bowl. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

T-Frank sits down with Josh Newman of the Salt Lake Tribune to discuss Utah's season, players and outlook for the Rose Bowl. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The dust has settled since national signing day, and Penn State's Class of 2023 is mostly situated heading into the traditional signing period in February. Today on the BWI Daily Recruiting Show, insiders Ryan Snyder and Sean Fitz will discuss the important names and positions to know for the final phase of 2023 and then take the first official look at 2024. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss the show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKThey start with the biggest news coming out of the weekend. Penn State has secured an official visit for one key recruit left in the 2023 cycle. Fitz discusses which player will meet with Penn State before national signing day in February. Next, Snyder discusses why he's hesitant to put too much stock in official visit plans before the new year has started. They discuss how hard it is to land the top players remaining after signing day and how much competition Penn State will have for those players. Next, they briefly discuss the transfer portal and how Penn State is trying to address the receiver and cornerback positions. The rest of the show is dedicated to previewing the top players in the next class. While 2024 hasn't officially started, the next batch of recruiting targets is already taking shape. Fitz and Snyder go through each position and list the top players that Penn State may wish to land by this time next year. While some names, like Pittsburgh area athlete Quinton Martin and New England offensive lineman Liam Andrews, are apparent, some other positions are not. Fitz discusses why hearing names early for specific positions can be an issue. This list is comprehensive for the moment, but he says that more names will emerge as serious contenders over the next six months and which positions this applies to most. Additionally, they discuss which positions have an early lead on depth in the region compared to last season. Finally, they highlight the top players and debate which players, such as linebacker Aaron Chiles or wide receiver Elijah Moore, could grow out of their current positions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football faces Utah in the 2023 Rose Bowl on Monday. To get you ready for the game, film analyst Thomas Frank Carr is sitting down for an hour to discuss the game and answer your questions about the Utah Utes. Subscribe to the BWI Daily Edition on YouTube, so you never miss a live show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKPenn State finished the regular season 10-2 and faces a 10-3 Utah team that won the Pac-12 championship for the second straight season. So which team will have the advantage on Monday afternoon in Pasadena? T-Frank will discuss what he's seen from Utah. First, he'll discuss what he's seen from the Utah defense, which is the bedrock of the team's personality. Next, he will break down the strengths and weaknesses of the team, going position by position with a focus on the standout players. Next, he'll assess how Penn State matches up against this group and what tactics can work against the group. How does the offensive line potentially getting Olu Fashanu and Caedan Wallace change things? What about the absence of Parker Washington? T-Frank will name players that need to step up for the Blue and White to win the game. Next, he'll discuss what he's seen from the offense. Penn State fans still bear the scar of the Nittany Lions' loss to Michigan in October and are wary of teams that have a run-first identity and a physical offensive line. Will Penn State get run over again? T-Frank will give his thoughts about that group and then examine the matchups that stand out when Penn State has the football. He'll explain how Abdul Carter can change things for Penn State and how much growth the defense has experience in the months since then. However, you and your questions will drive the bulk of the show. Join at 8 pm on YouTube to be a part of the show!Finally! It's Rose Bowl Week! Join the BWI Daily live at 8 pm to preview Penn State vs Utah. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State's Class of 2023 is mostly in the books and the main players you'll come to know have already signed their letters of intent. Today, T-Frank and Ryan give out seven superlatives for the class on the defacto Christmas Eve show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football celebrated more than a year's hard work by securing the bulk of their Class of 2023. Today, the Blue White Illustrated Daily Edition recaps the day and looks forward to what is next for the Nittany Lions. Join Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz as they discuss all of that and what's going on in NIL right now. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube so you don't miss the show. Penn State's most significant drama from signing day was with four-star safety Conrad Hussey. The Florida native took official visits to Miami and Florida State this fall and didn't sign with the Nittany Lions on signing day. However, he didn't sign anywhere else as of the recording. Fitz discusses the situation briefly before moving on. Both Fitz and Bauer were at the signing day event held at the newly-renovated Lasch building complex on Wednesday. First, they give their impressions of the event before discussing the building itself. It was the first time that either reporter set foot in the newly renovated space, so they gave their impressions. Bauer discusses the theme of Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments to the players during the morning before Fitz gave his thoughts on that matter. Next, they discuss what Franklin had to say during his press conference in the afternoon. Fitz takes the opportunity to look ahead at what's next in the class heading into the traditional signing period and the transfer portal. He highlights the players that Penn State is targeting and which positions need to add more players, thanks to misses in the class. Finally, Bauer discusses the NIL situation both locally and nationally. He finds several aspects of the NIL conversation, or lack of conversation, around Penn State interesting. He feels like he gained new insight into the Nittany Lion's NIL pitch from recruiting assistants and Franklin, which he shares on the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The bulk of Penn State's recruiting class for 2023 is in the books. After a long year of recruiting coverage on this class (that isn't over yet), the leading insiders in Penn State recruiting sit down to answer your questions. Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder discuss the Penn State recruiting class of 2023 on the BWI Daily Edition starting tonight at 8 pm. Host Thomas Frank Carr will take them through the class and discuss the individual players, position groups, and storylines that stand out. They'll also take your questions and interact with viewers live on the show. So subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and hit the notification button so you don't miss the show. https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKTo start the show, Fitz and Snyder will give their overviews of the Class of 2023 and discuss what they think of the group on a high level. Next, they'll get into the developing story of the day; Conrad Hussey. The four-star safety committed to Penn State in the spring and has waivered on that commitment, visiting other schools this fall. From there, they'll dive into the class breakdown, starting in the secondary. They'll discuss how the Hussey situation impacts the group and what characteristics this group of defensive backs brings to Penn State. Next, they'll get to the stars of the class, the offensive line. Fitz and Snyder will give their thoughts on Alex Birchmeier and Jven Williams and then comment on what James Franklin said about the duo this afternoon. Next, they'll transition to the defensive side of the ball to discuss the linebacker trio of Tony Rojas, Ta'Mere Robinson and Kaveion Keys. Penn State head coach James Franklin outlined where he thinks that group will develop positionally, which Snyder and Fitz will discuss on the show. The next most interesting group has to be the tight ends. With three four-star talents and one jumbo athlete, what does the panel think of this group? Snyder and Fitz will weigh in on Andrew Rappleyea, Joey Schlaffer, and Mathias Barnwell's fit in the offense. After discussing the team's wins in the class, they'll flip the script and discuss the misses. Penn State needs several positions that head coach James Franklin outlined in his media day press conference. They'll look at those groups in several different ways. Lastly, they'll finish by discussing the "little guys" in the class at the offensive skill positions. Can receiver Carmelo Taylor and running backs London Montgomery and Cameron Wallace make an impact despite a lack of college-ready size? Fitz and Snyder will discuss that group before rounding out by discussing quarterback Jaxon Smolik. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State's tight end recruiting in the 2023 class is nothing short of excellent. At one time, the Nittany Lions had four four-star players cycle through the room, with Mathias Barnwell, Neeo Avery, and Joey Schlaffer as the first three. But the last addition, Andrew Rappleyea, may yield the most results the earliest. Rappleyea sits down with Blue White Illustrated's Sean Fitz in an exclusive interview to discuss his transition to college, his comparisons to former New England prospect Pat Freiermuth, and his desire to play early in his career. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss any exclusive content. https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKFitz starts the interview by asking Rappleyea to chronicle his journey to Penn State, starting with how he landed at Milton Academy in New England. Rappleyea takes Fitz through his journey from an under-recruited part of the country, through COVID, to his destination at Milton. He also describes when the light came on for him as a recruit and when he started to take football seriously. The switch to his new school opened up his recruitment and launched him from an unheard-of prospect to one of the top tight ends in the country. Rappleyea and Fitz talk about that journey from Rappleyea's perspective and how it made him a more confident person. Next, they discuss his game and what sort of things he can do on the football field. The Millbrook, NY native discusses what he does to train, how he embraced the weight room and how that has changed his prospects. All that training and confidence makes Rappleyea not only believe that he can play early in his career but already knows which tight end position he wants to play and is embracing that role. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football held media day on Friday for the 2023 Rose Bowl game against Utah. Check out the BWI Daily Edition to get you caught up on all of the news and notes from that event and the weekend's news. Due to the weekly schedule, including national signing day (and T-Frank being sick), Monday's live show has been postponed. However, Nate Bauer and Sean Fitz still provide you with the latest information on Penn State football, so subscribe to the Daily Edition on YouTube to stay up-to-date. https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKBauer and Fitz start with the news of the day, which includes non-Penn State transfer portal news, with two former players finding new homes. Both quarterback Christian Veilleux and defensive end Rodney McGraw announced new destinations for 2023, which the duo discusses. They also discuss why defensive end Nick Tarburton likely decided to declare for the NFL draft and why the staff will miss his presence. Next, they profile Penn State's first transfer portal acquisition, Punter Riley Thompson from FAU. They'll explain why his "freshman" status is misleading and what he'll bring to the special team's unit. Finally, they discuss what they saw and heard at Penn State Rose Bowl media day on Friday. There was big news, including that star safety Ji'Ayir Brown will play in the game and how close he was to NOT playing in the game. They'll also discuss what wasn't said by key players, including Brenton Strange, Juice Scruggs and others. The players weren't the only people who spoke on Friday, the administration and coaches also took the stage last week. They dive into the discussion around renovating or rebuilding Beaver Stadium, when the next step will happen on that timeline, and why it's important. They also touch on comments by James Franklin and Manny Diaz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football is working furiously to secure the Class of 2023 less than a week before signing day. One of the critical players in the class is four-star safety Dakaari Nelson. The 6-3, 195-pound safety prospect sat down with the BWI Daily Edition on Friday to discuss his commitment to Penn State. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss player interviews: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKAs fans who closely follow recruiting know, Nelson's status with the program felt rocky over the last several months. That's because the Alabama native agreed to visit other schools, including Ole Miss, during the season despite committing to Penn State in June. During his 22-minute conversation with T-Frank, he discussed why he wanted to take those visits and under what conditions he agreed to see those schools.Next, they discuss Nelson's reasons for committing to Penn State. It's a 14-hour drive to State College from Selma, which Nelson famously took to see the team play Rutgers in November of 2021. What drew him so far north? Next, Nelson discussed why he initially chose Penn State and what coaches influenced him the most. Finally, Nelson discusses his relationship with Anthony Poindexter and how Penn State plans to use him in the defense once he joins the program. From there, T-Frank helps fans get to know Nelson's game better by discussing his growth as a football player. Then, blue White Illustrated's film analyst discusses Nelson's time playing cornerback, and his transition to safety this season. Interestingly, defense wasn't even his first interest. Nelson describes his journey, starting at quarterback, through a COVID growth spurt, to where he is now.After discussing his game, T-Frank gets to know Nelson better with questions about his family, life, and hobbies outside of football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State fans have been saving up questions like Christmas presents. Today, T-Frank steps in for Nate Bauer, who is under the weather, to join Sean Fitz on the BWI Daily Mailbag show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Saturday, Penn State basketball upset a top-20 team, beating Illinois on the road 74-59 for the team's first big win. Fresh off the win and heading into the final non-conference stretch of the season, the Penn State Hoops show has a special guest; Head Coach Micah Shrewsberry. He sits down with reporter Nate Bauer to have a 30-minute conversation about his team, the state of college basketball, and name, image, and likeness. Afterward, T-Frank will join Bauer to discuss what the coach had to say. The show will also be broadcast on YouTube for the first time this week. Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube, so you don't miss the show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKBauer starts the show by discussing the win against Illinois and how the team responded to the loss at home to Michigan State days prior. Next, Shrewsberry discusses the mindset his team needed on the road and how he thinks Illinois viewed the game coming into the contest. He also discusses his thoughts on his role in motivation and team mood during those two games. Next, Bauer discusses his thoughts on the team's formula to win. Is it as simple as making shots? Next, Shrewsberry discusses his philosophy and how the emphasis on three-point shots is incorrect. From there, they talk about the importance of finishing the non-conference strong, and Shrewsberry has a blunt assessment of how his team needs to prepare for the next three games. From there, Bauer asks about Penn State's star, Jalen Pickett. They discuss his play this season and, on the flip side, how Shrewsberry wants to get all of the freshmen involved in the game. The last topic of conversation centers around NIL. How is Penn State doing, and what should fans know about the situations surrounding the team? Shrewsberry doesn't hold back in his comments or information about how NIL has affected recruiting. He also ranks where Penn State stands in the Big Ten with NIL dollars and opportunity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State football picked up it's second commitment of the week when three-star defensive end Mason Robinson decommitted from the Northwestern Wildcats and committed to the Nittany Lions. A day after making the announcement, Robinson sits down with Thomas Frank Carr on the BWI Daily Edition to discuss his journey to Happy Valley and his "second chance" to play at a program like Penn State. Robinson starts the conversation by discussing how lucky he feels to have the opportunity to join Penn State's class of 2023 and how his family has helped him through the process. Next, he and T-Frank discuss the nature of recruiting, what it's taught Robinson about life, himself, and things he's realized along the way. They also discuss his recruiting timeline and how close things were this spring between Northwestern and Penn State when he originally chose the Wildcats. Robinson shares some conversations with Penn State head coach James Franklin and defensive line coach John Scott Jr. Next, they discuss how Robinson will fit into the defense and how the Nittany Lions play up front under defensive coordinator Manny Diaz. Robinson gives T-Frank insight into how he'll fit at defensive end, including a nugget about how the team uses its linemen. Finally, they discuss Robinson's senior season film and how he progressed from his junior to senior year. T-Frank tells Robinson how impressed he is with his physical development, but Robinson focuses more on his growth in other areas during the conversation. Lastly, they discuss what is next for Robinson and when he'll arrive at Penn State to enroll. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State is reaping success from it's official visit weekend on Saturday with two commitments in two days. Join the BWI Daily Recruiting Show to hear what's next for Penn State in recruiting, the portal and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While the Penn State football team is hard at work preparing for the 2023 Rose Bowl, the coaching staff is hard at securing the next class of Nittany Lions. Today on the BWI Daily Edition, host Thomas Frank Carr and senior editor Nate Bauer will discuss the important events that happened over the weekend, which includes a recruiting commitment. Subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated Daily Edition on YouTube, so you don't miss the show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKAs always, Monday's show is live so join the program at 8 pm and ask your questions or get you comments on air! However, they have a bevy of topics to discuss. The first of which is the transfer portal. Penn State is sending out more offers each day but so far, no immediate activity from the Lions in terms of commitments. Top portal target Dante Cephas visited over the weekend, but so far, nothing has popped. Is Penn State weighing all options? Or is something else at play? Bauer and T-Frank will discuss and update fans with the most recent portal names and offers that make sense for the team. While the portal is still warming up, the first commitment of the December recruiting period popped up on Monday. Four-star defensive end Joseph Mupoyi chose the Nittany Lions after his official visit this weekend. T-Frank and Bauer will discuss the 6-4, 235-pound edge rusher and what he represents for the program. Next, they'll look at the recruiting board of top schools and compare where Penn State sits. Finally, Bauer and T-Frank will discuss where the team will likely finish and how this group corresponds to previous seasons. Next, they'll update fans on the news heading into the Rose Bowl. Both Utah and Penn State received news that they will be without their top receivers for the game in January over the weekend. They'll discuss this impact on the game and how each team can overcome losing critical cogs on both sides of the ball. Defensively, both teams will also be without top cover corners Joey Porter Jr. for Penn State and Clark Phillips III for Utah. Finally, they'll discuss Penn State basketball's big win over Illinois on Saturday. The Nittany Lions upset the Illini 74-59 to move to 7-3 on the year. How big of a win was it for the program, and what does it do for the team's season outlook? Bauer and T-Frank will discuss that and preview what's next for the Nittany Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State landed fast-rising prospect Jaxon Smolik this summer. Find out how he went from unheralded prospect, to Elite 11 standout and finally a Penn State commit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State's made its needs known early in the 2022 transfer portal season. The Nittany Lions have handed out several offers, most of which have been at the receiver position. Find out what the top targets are and which players are visiting campus or getting visits from coaches. Subscribe to the BWI Daily Edition on YouTube so you never miss the show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKHost Nate Bauer and Blue White Illustrated publisher Sean Fitz start the show by recapping the transfer that has left the Penn State program since the portal opened on Monday. The list is surprisingly short, considering how other programs around the country were hit this week. They go through the names and assess the situation from both sides, including how backup quarterback Christian Veilleux's absence affects the program. They also discuss how for some teams and players, the portal is a blessing that can move players on to better situations that suit their talent level or personal situation. Next, they discuss the receivers that Penn State offered out of the gates this week. Fitz is zeroing in on local prospects Dont'e Thornton and Dante Cephas. He also lists when those players might visit campus to see if they're a fit. One of them already has a date lined up. Finally, they examine the players who still need to decide about their futures at Penn State. For example, what is the status of Keyvone Lee after another cryptic social media post? They discuss their impressions of Lee's plans and then run through the list of players who have NFL Draft decisions to make. Finally, Fitz and Bauer focus on NIL and how things are happening behind the scenes. Bauer explains that just because nothing has happened yet, it doesn't mean that it can't happen this offseason. He discusses what he's heard about the concerns with compensation for players and the strains it could put on the locker room. Lastly, Fitz gives an update on recruiting heading into the biggest official visit weekend of December. Penn State is hosting several key recruits that they hope to commit before the early signing period at the end of December. He gives an update on Kaveion Keys, Mason Robinson, Christopher Johnson, and Keyshawn Blackstock. Check out the show to find out who those players are (if you don't know already) and whether or not they're coming to Penn State. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State basketball lost a critical game against Michigan State on Wednesday night 67-58 to fall to 6-3 on the season. Despite a solid start to the game, the Nittany Lions failed to bring that momentum into the second half, shooting 1-9 from three point after the break. So what happened? Join the Blue White Illustrated hoops podcast with host Thomas Frank Carr and Nate Bauer as they break down the game and the meaning behind the loss. Subscribe to the Blue White Illustrated podcast feed wherever you get your podcasts. Bauer, Blue White Illustrated's basketball reporter, and insider starts with a big-picture view of the game and discusses how Penn State shot out to a 21-12 lead before surrendering a tied game at halftime. He discusses what he thinks the turning point was and how internal pressure caused a poor shooting night. You'll also hear from Penn State basketball head coach Micah Shrewsberry during the show. The Nittany Lions' leader discussed the importance of the game and how acknowledging that fact may have led to an adverse outcome. Next, they discuss the shooting performance that Penn State put together against the Spartans. Was it another night where teams took away the three? Or did Penn State shoot poorly? Finally, Bauer discusses what he saw and what Shrewsberry said after the game to underscore that offensive issue. One of the other issues that Bauer and T-Frank dissect is Kebba Njai's shooting. Bauer and T-Frank discuss the growing pains of the young big-man and how the pressure of the moment affects him. That pressure isn't internal, either. Bauer describes a team dynamic that may be getting in the way of Njai playing confidently now. From there, they discuss star Jalen Pickett's night, which nearly included another triple-double before the well went dry for the entire Penn State offense in the second half. T-Frank describes a similar scenario that the team faced several years ago when former star Lamar Stevens had to shoulder the entire offensive load for stretches in a game. Can Pickett do the same? Or will he have to find a better way to include his teammates? Bauer and T-Frank debate his performance before hearing from Shrewsberry as the final word. Lastly, they look ahead to the rest of the Penn State basketball schedule and illuminate why this was such a big game for them to win. Bauer discusses and projects out the next ten Big Ten games to see how the Nittany Lions may to start conference play. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After spending the last three days researching players in the transfer portal, film analyst and host of the BWI Daily Edition, Thomas Frank Carr, brings you his five favorite players he's watched this week. These players fit Penn State's needs, and most have ties to the program so they're all realistic targets. Subscribe to the BWI Daily Edition so you don't miss the show! https://bit.ly/3KzEcqKPenn State portal fitsBlue White Illustrated has identified several vital positions that Penn State needs to address those positions include defensive tackle, offensive tackle, running back, and wide receiver. Those are the primary positions that T-Frank is pulling from when compiling his top-five list. The list includes two receivers, two linemen and one running back. He also starts and ends the show with an honorable mention that didn't make the list for various reasons. However, his final player might surprise you, so stay to the end to find out. T-Frank also updates fans at the show's beginning on what Penn State news broke just before recording. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Penn State is active in the transfer portal this week and will host its largest official visit weekend of December. Join the BWI Daily Edition Recruiting Show as they discuss those topics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.