The Lions247 Podcast is back with a bonus episode after more Penn State football recruiting fireworks. The Nittany Lions started this week by landing two Top247 talents in Class of 2026 California quarterback Troy Huhn and Class of 2025 Texas edge rusher Max Granville. We break down these long-distance additions, update the status of another priori…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD It's a jam-packed event today on the BWI Live Show. Penn State stayed hot on the recruiting trail. We've got an exclusive interview with the university's athletic director, and we're taking your questions! Join us today at 10 a.m.…

It was a remarkable weekend of recruiting headlines for Penn State football, as three players joined the 2025 class and a pair exited. We review these developments, the impact from a positional standpoint and where things now stand on a fast-evolving Nittany Lions' target board. Plus, feedback on the final summer official visit weekend and June pro…

Penn State is heating up on the recruiting trail with a third commitment in 10 days. Florida safety Antonio Branch is in the spotlight as a new addition, along with incoming official visitors and a few prospects who may be close to joining the 2025 class. Plus, early perspective on new Big Ten opponent USC from a Trojans insider. Follow the team on…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Thanks to our sponsor; myperfectfranchise.net The Penn State football recruiting season is about to close this weekend. But before that, the Nittany Lions host one more official visit group. Will head coach James Franklin and his …

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD A new edition of the Penn State wrestling show from Blue-White Illustrated is live. Hosts Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel are back with the latest on head coach Cael Sanderson's program. This week's episode is heavy on …

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State football team's anemic passing attack has been the main story for the 2023 offseason. On today's show, we're taking you inside the data that we've assembled to explain why Andy Kotelnicki can fix the passing game an…

We spotlight a Penn State commitment from four-star New Jersey cornerback Jahmir Joseph, discuss key notes from another official visit weekend and examine the ramifications of recruiting decisions that impact PSU. Meanwhile, Nittany Lions coaches provided several summer updates from across the roster. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danie…

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Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Thanks to our sponsor: myperfectfranchise.net Pennsylvania has been top-heavy with high-level talent in the 2025 recruiting cycle. The issue has been that all of it is going elsewhere. But one player remains uncommitted and is com…

Fresh out of Penn State football facilities, we detail offseason feedback from several members of the Nittany Lions coaching staff, including James Franklin. Meanwhile, PSU is set to host another wave of recruiting visitors and another massive prospect showcase so we discuss the standouts and storylines to know. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDs…

Penn State wrestling continues to be in the news as June rolls along. The Blue-White Illustrated show and podcast dedicated solely to head coach Cael Sanderson's team is back with a fresh episode to get you another week closer to the start of the college season. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel start this week's rundown with transfer…

Penn State landed a commitment from elite California cornerback Daryus Dixson following his official visit and made a major impact on other targets who were in town. We discuss the details before turning attention to standout performers from the Nittany Lions' first summer 7-on-7 tournament and latest prospect camp. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 …

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It's a huge weekend in Happy Valley for football recruiting, as Penn State hosts official visitors and multiple on-campus events. Top targets are in the spotlight. Plus, we look ahead to the Nittany Lions' first 7-on-7 tournament and Big Man Challenge of 2024, along with another prospect camp. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgalle…

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Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Penn State football will host nine wide receivers in June for its official visit slate. While all share similar traits, not every receiver is built the same or plays the same. Today, we're counting down the top five players we lik…

It was an eventful weekend in Happy Valley, as Penn State hosted recruits for camp action and official visits. We begin with a review of feedback from those official visits, which featured a few Top247 talents. Then we break down notable takeaways from the first prospect camp of 2024 before focusing on new arrivals in the Nittany Lions' freshman cl…

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Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The final Penn State wrestling show and podcast from Blue-White Illustrated of May is now live. Host Thomas Frank Carr and reporter Greg Pickel have plenty to discuss, including a new position the Nittany Lions aim to fill plus a …

More Penn State freshmen football players are set to arrive in Happy Valley, including offensive lineman Donnie Harbour. The Wisconsin standout joins the Lions247 Podcast for an in-depth discussion before his enrollment. Then we explore an impressive guest list for PSU's first large official visit weekend of 2024. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @T…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Thanks to our sponsor: https://myperfectfranchise.net/ Penn State Football will host 11 prospects for its first official visit to the June recruiting calendar, starting on Friday. On today's BWI Live Recruiting Show, we'll discuss…

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Considered to be at the crux of current roster expectations, Penn State's 2022 class in the spotlight on this Lions247 Podcast. This group made a major immediate impression as freshmen, when 10 players burned redshirt, and several more are primed to play key roles this fall. Who is trending toward national stardom, who is prepared to step up and wh…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State Nittany Lions football team departs on its next quest for a postseason berth this fall in a new, unexplored 12-team playoff. Many situations, players, and decisions will affect the ultimate outcome, but not all in t…

Penn State football recruiting efforts are in focus on this latest episode of the Lions247 Podcast as prospect camps are underway across this region. Following coverage of recent events in Baltimore and State College, we break down the performances and intel Nittany Lions fans need to know. From a quarterback commit to top targets, there is plenty …

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Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Here's the rundown for today's Penn State Wrestling Show –Penn State names Nick Lee it’s new assistant coach. He replaces Jimmy Kennedy. What can the multi-time NCAA champ bring to the Lions? Is he ready for this role? Will he sti…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The final Elite 11 regional took place in State College for the second year last Sunday. On today’s BWI Live Show, we’re discussing the top Penn State quarterback prospects who attended the event. Join the show today at 10 a.m. on…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State Board of Trustees meet today to vote on the proposal to renovate Beaver Stadium. We're previewing the meeting moments before it happens today on the BWI Live Show. Hear veteran Penn State reporter Nate Bauer preview…

National college football analyst Josh Pate joins us again on the Lions247 Podcast, and we have plenty to discuss with the host of "Late Kick" content across the 247Sports and CBS Sports networks. Pate provides his perspective on Penn State's 2024 team, coach James Franklin, quarterback Drew Allar and coordinator changes. Big Ten Conference newcome…

We gain insight on young Penn State offensive linemen Caleb Brewer and J'ven Williams from their high school position coach — Wyomissing's Steve O'Neil. Brewer is a freshman newcomer, while Williams is competing to start at left tackle. Then we take an early look toward PSU's season opener at West Virginia with 247Sports Mountaineers beat reporter …

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Penn State wrestling is grinding through the second month of the collegiate offseason. Usually, this time of year would be slow with minimal news to discuss. However, this May, the headlines continue to come hot and heavy around Cael Sanderson's program. You're in luck, though: The Blue-White Illustrated wrestling show and podcast is back with a fr…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD The Penn State football Recruiting Class of 2025 got a surprise commitment from unranked tight end prospect Matt Henderson a week ago. With several national prospects left on the recruitin board, why did Penn State accept Henderso…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Variables: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/news/column-forecasting-penn-state-season-filled-new-variables/ Penn State football faces a host of new challenges heading into 2024 that we've yet to see in college fo…

Penn State football expanded its 2024 roster and 2025 recruiting class during recent days, and we're back to break things down on a new Lions247 Podcast. The Nittany Lions welcomed four freshmen to campus and each arrive after impressive in-state high school careers. These additions are in the spotlight, along with tight end prospect Matt Henderson…

Penn State wrestling has suffered its first departure since program legend David Taylor accepted the head coaching job at Oklahoma State earlier this week. Multi-year Lions assistant coach Jimmy Kennedy will be the Cowboys’ new associate head coach, the program announced on Thursday. The move was expected, as Kennedy is Taylor’s brother-in-law. On …

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Thanks to our show sponsor: https://myperfectfranchise.net/ We've got a special guest on the BWI Live Recruiting Show today! Former Penn State linebacker and current Kansas City Chief Curtis Jacobs joins the show at 10 to discuss …

After reviewing Penn State's current roster on our last show, this latest Lions247 Podcast episode shifts focus toward the future. Nittany Lions recruiting efforts are in the spotlight, with discussion ranging from recent prospect camp evaluation and commitment intel to official visit plans and highly rated targets. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 …

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Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Penn State football lost five players last week in the final day of trasnfer portal reporting. So, how has that changed the roster, depth chart or plans for the fall? We're discussing that, plus three players we're not talking eno…

From practice standouts to transfer portal departures, spring action has impacted Penn State football's 2024 personnel outlook. We explore evolving depth chart storylines, spotlight Nittany Lions on the rise and examine the ramifications of recent roster changes. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrenna…

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Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Eight Penn State Nittany Lions were drafted in the 2024 NFL Draft over the weekend. On today’s show, we’ll revisit where each player landed and what sort of situation they find themselves in at the next level. However, one player …

Penn State produced another large NFL rookie class, with 10 players landing on league rosters. Headlined by first-round picks Olu Fashanu and Chop Robinson, we work our way through each Nittany Lions rookie while reviewing notable draft storylines. Then it's time for a look toward potential 2025 NFL Draft prospects from PSU and some Transfer Portal…

Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://bit.ly/3u8dilD Today is the final day of the spring NCAA Transfer portal. Underclassmen only have a few hours left to submit their name if they intend to find a new home for the 2024 season. So far, Penn State has only lost three players this sp…

Penn State wrestler Terrell Barraclough has entered the NCAA transfer portal, a source confirmed to Blue-White Illustrated. The Wrestling Room founder Pat Mineo first reported the news. Barraclough, who is from Kaysville, Utah, is in as a graduate transfer. He has one season of eligibility remaining. Barraclough’s decision to move on is not a shock…

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