Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

The Land Grant Trophy will stay in State College for the next year, as Penn State improved to 3-5 on the season with its third-straight win. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the Nittany Lions' 39-24 win over Michigan State which featured a tale of two halves. Check out our latest postgame show and follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State will play its final home game of the 2020 season on Saturday -- maybe -- against the Michigan State Spartans. The Nittany Lions look to make it three wins in a row after a disastrous start. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the matchup and welcome in Stephen Brooks to talk about the Spartans. We also break down Brent Pry's refreshing media availability this week and talk about the Nittany Lions' departing seniors. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a jam-packed first episode of the week, we recap the commitment of Alabama wide receiver Harrison Wallace, who pledged to Penn State on Monday. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the commit and welcome in 247Sports' Brian Dohn, who gives his thoughts before he and Fitz spiral into a lengthy discussion that talks the Transfer Portal, Penn State's receiver recruiting and Landon Tengwall's January enrollment, among other things. Tyler brings us back on course with the news of the week, including just how the Big Ten plans to fixing its latest mess. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake @BrianDohn247 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is back on track after its second straight week with a win on the road. The Nittany Lions' 23-7 win over Rutgers was anything but pretty, but a stout defense took the day for the Nittany Lions. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue share their thoughts on the game and what to make of the team's recent run of success. The guys talk quarterback play, the offensive gameplan and more in our latest postgame podcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is headed to the Banks on Saturday hoping to build on a win at Michigan by taking on the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the matchup and welcome in Bobby Deren of ScarletNation.com for more insight. The guys also break down Landon Tengwall's decision to enroll in January and talk about a new 2021 Penn State pick on the 247Sports Crystal Ball. Finally, the Five-Star mailbag talks transfer portal quarterbacks and the Nittany Lions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State will try to make it a winning streak this weekend when it heads to Rutgers, but first there's some news of the week to talk about. Will James Franklin ride the hot hand of Keyvone Lee? What is the health status in the back seven? What's going on in 2021 and 2022 recruiting? Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue chime in with our first episode of the week, featuring a doozie of a question in the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is on the board in 2020 thanks to a 27-17 win over Michigan at the Big House. The Nittany Lions are now 1-5, but today we're focused on the one. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down with win and what the team can take out of the victory on Saturday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State and Michigan are two of the biggest mysteries of the 2020 season so far, and not for good reasons. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue bring you our only in-week episode this holiday week with a preview of the Wolverines. We're joined by 247Sports' Zach Shaw to further walk Wolverines. The guys start by talking recruiting, with some parts moving in the 2021 class and a top 2022 target who recently checked out Happy Valley. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is 0-5 for the first time in program history after a 41-21 loss to Iowa on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. It was more of what we've come to expect in 2020, and Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue try to break it all down in the latest postgame podcast. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State will try to end its four-game losing streak on Saturday when the Iowa Hawkeyes come to town. The Nittany Lions have won each of the last four years against Kirk Ferentz's squad, but this year obviously has been one to throw out the record books. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue preview the game and talk about the progress of the Nittany Lions' offensive line. The guys welcome 247Sports' David Eickholt to the show to preview the game and cover some 2021 recruiting as well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is 0-4 on the year, how did things get to this point? Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue take a deeper dive into the stats to see what the deal is. Also, the James Franklin did not name a starter on Tuesday to the surprise of very few. We'll talk about what that means and what we expect when Iowa comes to town later this week. Finally, we talk recruiting, as some future Nittany Lions are trending up in the latest batch of 247Sports rankings. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State fell to 0-4 in 2020 with a 30-23 loss at Nebraska on Saturday afternoon. The Nittany Lions, rallied by backup quarterback Will Levis, came up short in their comeback bid. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the game and what the team can take from the loss in our latest postgame episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State heads west this weekend for a game against fellow winless Big Ten foe Nebraska. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to preview the matchup and they welcome in 247Sports' Brian Christopherson to answer questions about the Huskers. The guys talk about the news of the week in Journey Brown's football career ending and in turn take a look at the running back room without him. There are new 2021 targets on the radar and more. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lions247 Podcast embarks on another game week in Happy Valley, where Penn State faces significant questions — from leadership and strategy to personnel and effort — following an 0-3 start. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down James Franklin's Tuesday press conference and what to make of it. The guys also welcome in 247Sports' Brian Dohn for an extended recruiting conversation. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apparently Maryland was not the solution for Penn State's woes, as the Terps took a comfortable 35-19 win home to College Park. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down James Franklin's worst loss as the Nittany Lions' head coach and just what is going on in Happy Valley. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is 0-2, but old standby Maryland is set to come to town on Saturday afternoon. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the matchup and what they are expecting as the Nittany Lions take on the Terps. We also welcome in Jeff Ermann of InsideMDSports to get the skinny on the visitors. The guys also talk Derrick Davis' upcoming commitment and the potential recruiting impact of a win on Saturday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to put Penn State's weekend loss in the rear view mirror (but not without a quick look back). Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue get their parting shots in and move on to the news of the week. The guys talk about the wide receiver situation, what the Nittany Lions need to do to regroup and more. We also do a quick recruiting runaround with several future Nittany Lions in playoff mode. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ohio State controlled the game from the outset and left Penn State with many questions following a 38-25 defeat. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the carnage and where the Nittany Lions go from here. The guys break down key plays, general themes and more from the loss to the Buckeyes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State's Saturday evening matchup with Ohio State was earmarked as the game of the season in the Big Ten, but it lost some luster with the Nittany Lions' week one loss to Indiana. Still, it's a huge game for both sides. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the matchup and welcome in 247Sports' Patrick Murphy to talk about the game. Also, the Nittany Lions pick up a big commitment from four-star wide receiver Anthony Ivey. We break that down and more in today's episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State got bad news on Tuesday as starting running back Noah Cain was announced out for the season after suffering an injury on the first drive of the season opener against Indiana. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to talk about the impact and what the Nittany Lions must do moving forward at running back. The guys also take one final look at the loss to Indiana and peek ahead to this weekend's big clash with Ohio State. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2020 college football season didn't start the way that Penn State had intended, as the Nittany Lions fell to Indiana in Bloomington on Saturday. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to sift through all the action and give their thoughts on what transpired in the overtime loss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's finally almost game day for the Nittany Lions, who travel to Indiana this weekend to open their 2020 season. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are breaking down the particulars of the game and what you should expect on Saturday. The guys talk IU with Zach Osterman of the Indy Star and weigh in with predictions for the game. Penn State also got some much-needed momentum on the recruiting trail on Wednesday with a commitment from Pittsburgh tight end Khalil Dinkins. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a busy start to game week for the Nittany Lions. On Monday night, Lions247 reported that the team will be without star running back Journey Brown for potentially the entire 2020 season. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the impact of Brown's absence and go over the first depth chart of the season. State of the position talks Sean Clifford and the quarterbacks, we go over our season predictions and more in a jam-packed first episode of the week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the last non-game week episode of this ridiculous offseason. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are back to talk about the Nittany Lions' defensive backs and what to expect from the back four this year. There's also an updated roster to talk about and recruiting notes to discuss. Speaking of recruiting, we chat with Penn State commit and recent Top247 addition Liam Clifford in our latest one-on-one. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State's defensive line will have to replace two starters this year, but there's reason for optimism up front. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down every member of a big defensive line group and what to expect from them this year and beyond. The guys also talk about the 247Sports Team Talent Composite rankings and where the Nittany Lions fit in and talk defensive leadership in the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following a conversation with Penn State tight ends coach Tyler Bowen, our State of the Position series rolls on by discussing one of the Nittany Lions' most talented groups. We talk about taking Pat Freiermuth for granted and give our takes on his backup. We also talk about the news of the week as John Dunmore has withdrawn from Penn State and see what impact that has on 2020. Finally we break down some 2021 recruiting and the Five-Star mailbag asks if it's good to catch Ohio State early. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

xFootball is back in Happy Valley as the Nittany Lions march toward their season opener against Indiana. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are breaking down the latest from training camp and what we learned from the second player media day last week. The guys continue the State of the Position breakdown by discussing the offensive line and talk coaching response in the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It feels like football outside and in a shred of normalcy this week, media day came back to Happy Valley. We spoke with coaches and players to get caught up on their prep for the 2020 season. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the main points on this week's second show. Continuing our preseason series, the guys break down the linebacker room as the Nittany Lions search for three new starters at the position. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is less than a month away, so it's appropriate to start talking about the actual team, right? Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue kick off our State of the Position™ series by talking about the Nittany Lions' loaded backfield. What can we expect from Journey Brown, Noah Cain and a new OC? The Five-Star Mailbag talks playing true freshmen and 247Sports' Chris Hummer joins the show. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What seemed to be Penn State's inevitable 14th commitment in the Class of 2021 turned on a dime this week, as offensive tackle Diego Pounds instead pledged to in-state North Carolina. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the surprising change and what went into it. The guys see if the 2021 class can be salvaged and try to figure out what's still out there for the Nittany Lions. The news is better in the Class of 2022, of course, and the guys provide an update on some weekend visitors. The Five-Star mailbag talks about a flip season that will happen without official visits. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Big Ten released its updated schedule over the weekend and the Nittany Lions are set for a tough start to the season. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break it down game-by-game and see what awaits in October, November and December. A top target is set to announce his commitment this week, we bring the latest and the Five-Star Mailbag talks offensive installation. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Franklin spoke with the media earlier this week and while covering a number of topics, he did leave the door open for the return of All-American linebacker Micah Parsons. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue discuss the likelihood of that happening and what it means. Franklin also admitted that the Nittany Lions' Class of 2021 isn't up to the program's standards. We talk about that and explore the Nittany Lions' quarterback room in the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After six weeks of speculation, the Big Ten confirmed on Wednesday that it will resume playing football in October. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the big news and what it means for the Nittany Lions. The guys talk a little recruiting as well, but it's great to talk some football. Follow the guys on Twitter: @SeanFitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's no further clarity on whether or not the Big Ten will play this year, but there sure has been a lot of chatter from its member institutions. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk recent movements by James Franklin, Ryan Day and others to get answers from Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren. We also take a closer look at Pennsylvania in the 2022 recruiting cycle and our mailbag just won't let the Nolan Rucci recruitment go. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hits keep on coming for Penn State in the Class of 2021 and five-star OT Nolan Rucci commits to Wisconsin. Conversely, the Nittany Lions are still hot in the 2022 with a commitment from four-star Ken Talley. What gives? Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue try to make sense of it, and when that doesn't work they turn to 247Sports Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong for answers. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake @swiltfong247 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State stayed hot on the recruiting trail in 2022 with a commitment from four-star OT Drew Shelton on Friday. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the pickup and where the Nittany Lions stand in 2022. The guys also discuss the 247Sports Crystal Ball movement for five-star Nolan Rucci this week. The guys also talk Big Ten craziness, handling the quarterback position with added eligibility and more in this week's final episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instead of looking forward to week one, we're instead still talking about the Big Ten's decision to cancel the fall season. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk potential resolutions as things seem to be changing daily. The Five-Star Mailbag dives into Penn State's 2021 target board beyond the obvious and Sept. 1 marked the unofficial opening of the 2022 recruiting cycle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State hit the ground running this week in offering three top quarterbacks in the Class of 2023. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the process and what they've seen from underclassmen so far. The guys also talk about a five-star 2022 target and more in an extended recruiting segment. Finally, we're joined by Class of 2022 commitment Jerry Cross to talk about his pledge to the Nittany Lions and the process that led to it. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a brutal three-day stretch for Penn State recruiting, as the Nittany Lions missed on top targets Kelvin Gilliam and De'Jahn warren since our last recording. While Gilliam was expected, Warren came out of nowhere. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue assess the losses and ponder what's next for the Nittany Lions in 2021. The guys also talk about the NCAA's eligibility ruling and the Five-Star Mailbag tries to get us to move the Big Ten title game. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State's James Franklin finally met with the media regarding the Big Ten's decision to not play football this fall, and the seventh-year head coach didn't hold much back. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue reflect on Franklin's key points and what it means for the Big Ten. The guys also chat about some upcoming commitment announcements and talk about a potential Big Ten flip. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State Director of Athletics Sandy Barbour met with the media this week and had some curious comments about the Big Ten's decision to not play fall sports. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the comments and wonder if and when a season can be salvaged. We also talk in-state recruiting, moving the Early Signing Period and more in the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There may not be football, but Penn State has made it work on the recruiting trail as of late. The Nittany Lions added their fourth commitment in the Class of 2022 on Thursday evening. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk Holden Staes and what that means for the Nittany Lions moving forward. We're also joined by Penn State commit Landon Tengwall to provide his thoughts on the Big Ten canceling its 2020 fall football season. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Big Ten made it official on Tuesday that Penn State, along with every other team in the conference, would not be playing football this year. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are here with reactions to the news and what comes next for the Nittany Lions. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're coming at you a day early to end the week because there's so much to talk about. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue are joined by Mark Brennan to talk about Micah Parsons opting out of the 2020 season and the Big Ten schedule release. The guys break down Parsons' impact on the season and his legacy as a Nittany Lion, and then discuss what Penn State's schedule is supposed to look like this fall. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State picked up its third commitment in the Class of 2022 on Monday afternoon in the form of in-state quarterback Beau Pribula. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the pledge and what the Nittany Lions will get in the three-star prospect. They also welcome Pribula to the show to talk about his decision. *Note: We tried to hold out for the release of the 2020 Big Ten schedule but decided to go ahead with the release for the commitment Podcast in our regular Tuesday slot. Look for more football schedule talk later this week. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is suddenly hot in the Class of 2022, as the Nittany Lions picked up their second commitment in the cycle this week. They don't look to be done, either. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the pledge of Jerry Cross and what's next for Penn State on the trail. The guys also talk about a couple of top lists for 2022 prospects and the Five-Star Mailbag does some speculating on wide receiver recruiting and a potential spring season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State picked up its first commitment in the Class of 2022 over the weekend, nabbing a pledge from Ohio standout Kaden Saunders on Saturday. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down the pickup and welcome Saunders to the airwaves to talk about his decision. The guys also look at what could be next for the Nittany Lions and talk about the allure of an explosive offense on recruiting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Football is back on Friday! A football, at least. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue move to the next phase of Penn State's preseason return. The guys talk about what all of that entails and Judge Culpepper is the focus from our week of media availability. Tyler also sat down with the Elite 11's Brian Stumpf to talk about Christian Veilleux and the guys take a couple questions from the Five-Star Mailbag. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Decisions are on the horizon for some top Penn State targets on the defensive line. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue break down what's out there and what's to come. The guys also chat with 247Sports' Allen Trieu about the Nittany Lions' latest pickup out of the Midwest and take some questions from the Five-Star Mailbag. Follow the guys on Twitter: @seanfitz247 @TDsTake To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't adjust your screen, that's actually a commitment for Penn State. After a long summer drought, the Nittany Lions are back on the board with a pledge from four-star linebacker Jamari Buddin. Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue talk about the decision and what it does for Penn State's future defense. The guys also break down the most important Nittany Lions on the roster and talk tight end recruiting in the Five-Star mailbag. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices