Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

Following a Game 2 win for Penn State, the Lions247 Podcast places attention on top players and moments from Saturday afternoon in Philadelphia. We review the highs and lows of a 27-9 victory that featured a slow start for the Nittany Lions. Plus, reaction to injury news regarding edge rusher Max Granville.

Penn State football continues its 2026 season Saturday afternoon in Philadelphia against Temple. The Lions247 Podcast is back with another live episode to break things down. We discuss key Game 2 storylines for the Nittany Lions, spotlight players to watch and explain score predictions for the matchup. Use PROMO CODE: LIONS60 for 60% off a 247Sports annual VIP subscription! (0:00) - Penn State prepares for Temple (2:05) - Team attitude at 1-0 (7:00) - Injury updates (14:24) - Moving pieces in defensive backfield (23:48) - What’s next for Koby Howard? (27:10) - Game 2 storylines (38:56) - Penn State players to watch (42:57) - Score predictions and bold predictions (48:52) - Audience questions

Penn State football is preparing for Game 2 of its 2026 season schedule and we take a closer look at Temple with an Owls insider. What are strengths and weaknesses, and who are the players to know for PSU's next opponent? The spotlight also lands on Nittany Lions recruiting with Lions247's Tyler Calvaruso, who talks top commit performances and Game 1 visitor impact. Plus, we evaluate Philadelphia prospect targets before PSU visits that city. Use PROMO CODE: LIONS60 for 60% off a 247Sports annual VIP subscription! (0:00) - Penn State preps for Game 2 (5:05) - Perspective from a Temple insider (8:55) - Temple O-line concerns (11:25) - Temple QB battle (14:25) - Penn State transfers at Temple (17:15) - Temple strengths and weaknesses (25:40) - Prediction for Penn State vs Temple (29:25) - New Crystal Ball commitment pick (31:15) - Penn State Prospect Spotlight (39:10) - Feedback on Game 1 recruiting visitors (51:50) - Audience questions

Penn State football pounded Marshall in its 2026 season opener. We're back with a Monday episode of the Lions247 Podcast for a closer look at how that victory happened. Tyler Donohue, Daniel Gallen and Mark Brennan talk game takeaways, snap counts and personnel plans. Then it's time for Mailbag Monday with questions exclusively from Lions247 VIP subscribers! Get VIP access at Lions247 at 75% off for a limited time: https://247sports.com/college/penn-state/article/-flash-sale-75-off-lions247-annual-vip-limited-time-289397922/ (0:00) - Penn State starts season 1-0 (1:50) - Early impressions of Matt Campbell (6:40) - Observations from Game 1 (14:30) - Penn State personnel takeaways (26:05) - Snap counts breakdown (37:10) - Monday Mailbag

Penn State football opened its 2026 with a dominant Saturday win over Marshall. The Nittany Lions prevailed 45-0 in Beaver Stadium to begin the Matt Campbell era. Following a Game 1 victory, the Lions247 Podcast is back with postgame episode, placing attention on top players and moments. Get VIP access at Lions247 at 75% off for a limited time: https://247sports.com/college/penn-state/article/-flash-sale-75-off-lions247-annual-vip-limited-time-289397922/ (0:00) - Penn State wins season opener (5:55) - Rocco Becht’s hot start (9:25) - Koby Howard breaks out (18:05) - Offensive line and tight end observations (23:20) - Defense shuts out Marshall (26:10) - Caleb Bacon’s big game (30:25) - Kooper Ebel impresses at middle linebacker (33:00) - Freshman Josiah Zayas starts (35:40) - Special teams observations (38:10) - Audience questions

Penn State football opens its 2026 season Saturday afternoon against Marshall. The Lions247 Podcast is back with another live episode to break things down. We discuss key depth chart storylines for the Nittany Lions, spotlight players to watch and provide score predictions for Game 1. Get VIP access at Lions247 at 75% off for a limited time: https://247sports.com/college/penn-state/article/-flash-sale-75-off-lions247-annual-vip-limited-time-289397922/ (0:00) - Penn State kickoff is here (3:45) - Week 1 impressions (10:10) - Penn State receivers (17:28) - Penn State running backs (24:58) - Balancing run vs pass (29:53) - Penn State’s pass rush (39:30) - Players to watch (45:49) - Game predictions (52:01) - Audience questions

The Lions247 Podcast returns with another live episode, looking ahead to Penn State football's season opener. We learn about Game 1 opponent Marshall with perspective from 247Sports Thunder Herd reporter Chris McLaughlin. Then Nittany Lions recruiting insider Tyler Calvaruso returns to spotlight impressive performances from PSU commits and names to know on Saturday's Beaver Stadium guest list. Get VIP access at Lions247 at 75% off for a limited time: https://247sports.com/college/penn-state/article/-flash-sale-75-off-lions247-annual-vip-limited-time-289397922/ (0:00) - Penn State’s first game week continues (4:05) - Intel from Marshall insider Chris McLaughlin (10:24) - Marshall QB and offense (18:15) - Marshall’s defensive changes (22:22) - Marshall’s team health (23:35) - Marshall’s special teams (25:20) - Upset potential and score prediction (31:11) - Eligibility issue for top Marshall player (33:35) - Recruiting insider Tyler Calvaruso returns (34:29) - Penn State Prospect Spotlight (45:20) - Game 1 recruiting visitors (51:45) - Audience questions

Penn State football season has arrived, with Game Week 1 underway. Before we shift focus to the Marshall matchup, it's time to examine where the Nittany Lions stand entering September. Lions247's Tyler Donohue, Mark Brennan and Daniel Gallen offer their win-loss record predictions and picks for team MVPs on offense and defense. Plus, we provide perspective from Penn State's first "Victory Day" under coach Matt Campbell. Use PROMO CODE: LIONS60 for 60% OFF a Lions247 subscription (0:00) - Welcome to the 2026 season (6:20) - Victory Day takeaways (13:16) - Key PSU questions before kickoff (26:35) - Offensive MVP picks (36:05)- Defensive MVP picks (43:27) - Season record predictions (51:18) - Audience questions

As Penn State football wraps up preseason camp, Lions247 sorts through players on the rise. From receiver and running back to edge rusher and linebacker, which Nittany Lions impressed across August practices to make a move in upcoming game plans? Tyler Donohue and Daniel Gallen spotlight those stock-up players, review the latest injury updates and take a closer look at depth chart storylines. Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr (0:00) - Preseason camp wraps up (6:55) - Injury updates (19:17) - Rising players on offense (36:05) - Rising players on defense (52:52) - Audience Q&A

Former Penn State starting lineman Landon Tengwall returns to the Lions247 Podcast for a season preview with Tyler Donohue. This discussion features fresh perspective from the field, Tengwall's take on scheme adjustments under a new coaching staff and live audience questions! Plus, we dive into Landon's best- and worst-case scenarios for Penn State's 2026 season, team MVP picks and a win-loss prediction. Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr (0:33) - Re-introducing Landon Tengwall (9:50) - Team culture changes (15:40) - Matt Campbell's leadership (19:47) - Preseason practice takeaways (25:18) - Defensive tackle depth (29:46) - Linebacker Tony Rojas (35:35) - D'Anton Lynn's defense (42:06) - Taylor Mouser's offense (49:35) - Rocco Becht's leadership (56:09) - Best-case / worst-case scenarios (1:01:22) - Most Valuable Players (1:05:54) - Win/loss prediction (1:08:05) - Answering audience questions

Following a visit to Penn State football facilties , Tyler Donohue and Daniel Gallen discuss several updates. Quarterback Alex Manske's journey from open-heart surgery to preseason camp success is in focus to begin. Then we dive into takeaways from a Matt Campbell press conference and other conversations with coaches and players, including quarterback Rocco Becht. Plus, we answer your audience questions. All of this and more on today's Lions247 podcast. (3:31) - Details on Alex Manske's comeback (17:40) - Rocco Becht's "elite" preseason (31:04) - Injury recovery updates (38:04) - Freshmen in spotlight (47:55) - Audience Q&A Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr

Fresh off the Penn State football practice field, Tyler Donohue and Daniel Gallen discuss preseason camp progress. Position developments, scrimmage standouts and injury updates are in focus, along with live audience questions! Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr

Now through a full week of Penn State football preseason camp, we review several player and position storylines on this latest Lions247 Podcast! Freshman development and competitions across the offensive line, defensive backfield, wide receiver special teams are among topics under consideration. Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr

Penn State football is still less than a week into preseason camp but we continue to gain insight on program development and player progress. After attending the Nittany Lions' first two practices, we went face-to-face with several coaches and players for intel-filled conversations. Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr

Penn State football preseason camp is underway and we're back to break down early takeaways after two visits to the practice field. Which players, positions and team storylines stand out so far as the Nittany Lions prepare for 2026 kickoff? Get VIP access at Lions247 for 60% off or $1 for your first month now: https://tinyurl.com/47fvk8mr

For the second consecutive Lions247 Podcast episode, we go 1-on-1 with a Penn State football coordinator to preview upcoming 2026 season kickoff. New Nittany Lions defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn discusses his return to campus, expectations for this fall and early impressions regarding players and assistant coaches. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com . Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @tyler_calvaruso @danieljtgallen @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube.

Penn State offensive coordinator Taylor Mouser is the latest Lions247 Podcast guest. Listen to our 1-on-1 discussion from inside team facilities, with topics including head coach Matt Campbell's leadership, quarterback Rocco Becht's abilities, rising players and position competitions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com . Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @tyler_calvaruso @danieljtgallen @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube.

Penn State participated in Big Ten Football Media Days on Tuesday, sending head coach Matt Campbell and veteran players to Chicago. Lions247 was on location for coverage of the event, and we review several takeaways here. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @tyler_calvaruso @danieljtgallen @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube.

Penn State football is fewer than 50 days away from 2026 season kickoff against Marshall. Joined by a 247Sports Thundering Herd insider, the Nittany Lions' opening opponent is under evaluation. Who and what do you need to know about with Marshall and what would it take to create upset potential in Game 1? Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @tyler_calvaruso @danieljtgallen @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube.

The NCAA is shifting toward a five-year eligibility plan, creating new possibilities and challenges for college football roster building. From Penn State's senior class to recent freshman arrivals, we examine potential impacts on the Nittany Lions. Lions247 YouTube subscribers can ask live questions along the way! Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @tyler_calvaruso @danieljtgallen @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube.