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Penn State, James Franklin face higher expectations amid tougher Big Ten, College Football Playoff push
Penn State football is feeling the pressure ahead of a crucial 2024 season. Penn State is feeling the pressure to make its first appearance in the College Football Playoff. The expansion to a 12-team field should benefit the Nittany Lions, but they must also manage a more challenging Big Ten Conference — which got a whole lot tougher in 2024 with the additions of Oregon, UCLA, USC and Washington. Penn State and head coach James Franklin understands expectations in Happy Valley are high and despite five double-digit win seasons during his 11 years, the demand for that next step in reaching the playoff remains strong.
Countdown to Penn State Kickoff: 37 days until Nittany Lions football
Penn State has high expectations for the 2024 college football season following another 10-win regular season campaign last fall. The Nittany Lions are projected as a fringe top-10 team in early national preseason rankings, with Big Ten championship aspirations and a debut College Football Playoff appearance in focus. PSU opens...
Penn State football’s 3 best returning players for 2024
The college football offseason is almost over as we are halfway through July. The season will get going in about a month and a half, and college football fans everywhere are eager for the new beginning. College football fever is rampant across the country as we get closer to the season, but also because of […] The post Penn State football’s 3 best returning players for 2024 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Sportsbeat Top 10: State College wide receiver Ty Salazer
STATE COLLEGE (WTAJ) — State College football has some impressive players coming off impressive seasons. In fact, with Mike Gaul on this “SportsBeat Top 10” list, the Little Lions are the only school with two players on our list of top-10 rising seniors. But despite the talent, the team went just 7-4 last season. It […]
Former Penn State men's basketball guard Andrew Funk waived by Chicago Bulls
A Nittany Lion in the NBA will be searching for a new team. Former Penn State guard Andrew Funk was waived by the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Following his departure from Happy Valley, Funk signed an Exhibit 10 deal with Denver Nuggets, and spent most of his time in the organization for the G League affiliate the Grand Rapids Gold. He then signed a deal with the Bulls, appearing in five games and failing to record a basket.
Men’s basketball roster ‘putting down a foundation’ this summer I Men’s basketball notebook
Mike Rhoades often delivers that message to his team, and it’s how he opened his pre-practice huddle on Thursday following Penn State’s second media availability of the summer. Before getting on the court, the head coach and his players touched on the work they’ve been putting in behind closed doors recently.
Changing healthcare in Central Pa: Medical practices on a mission
BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — In the past few months, healthcare in Blair County has been changing, with places like Gloria Gates Care using a different approach for patients. Family Care Associates, a new medical practice in Duncansville, is aiming to do the same thing. “Our goal is ultimately to have the healthiest individual possible,” […]
5 current, former Penn State swimmers prepare for 2024 Paris Olympics
Straight from Happy Valley, five current and former Nittany Lions make their way to Paris as they compete at the 2024 Olympics. Keep an eye out for Eduardo Cisternas, Emma Harvey, Gabe Castaño, Jack Harvey and Eduardo Oliveira de Moraes as they strive to make Penn State fans proud.
Four-star DE Max Granville reclassifies to 2024, enrolls at Penn State
In the midst of the summer busy season of recruiting and visits once again under way, we have a bit of a different kind of news with a four-star prospect in Texas. Sugar Land (Texas) Fort Bend Christian four-star defensive end Max Granville, who committed to Penn State in June, has reclassified to the 2024 class. With that move, he has enrolled at Penn State and will be in Happy Valley for the fall season.
Penn State basketball notes and observations from open practice (7/25)
The Penn State basketball team opened its doors to its second of three practice sessions this summer Thursday to give observers their latest look at the 2024-25 Nittany Lions. The team looks promising, with some new additions at key spots, while some familiar faces are once again in line to have big roles this winter.
Henderson's message to Big Cat visitors: 'There's no better place in the country'
This weekend will be Big Cat on the Auburn campus and it's the first opportunity for 4-star running back Alvin Henderson to have an extensive visit back on the Plains since flipping from Penn State in late June. One of the key additions for Hugh Freeze and the Tigers, the Elba standout tells Auburn Undercover that he's excited about being back in Auburn this weekend, but is just as excited about how things have been since he committed to the Tigers.
Tyler's Tidbits (7/26): Looking at Penn State's 2025 D-Line recruiting after Max Granville's reclassification
Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. Penn State basketball notes and observations from open practice (7/25) The Penn State basketball team opened its doors to its second of three practice sessions this summer Thursday to give observers...
Several Penn State defenders set to play bigger roles this fall
INDIANAPOLIS — Jaylen Reed and Dvon J-Thomas are representing the Penn State defense at Big Ten Media Days inside Lucas Oil Stadium this week. The veteran Lions will also play significant roles in new coordinator Tom Allen’s defense. It’s a unit that should be led by an edge...
Pennsylvania Attorney General Settles with State College Towing Company Over Deceptive Practices
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has secured a settlement with Walk’s Service Center Inc. and its owner, Bradley Karch, over deceptive private ticketing practices in State College. The company had been issuing private parking tickets that resembled government-issued citations, pressuring consumers to pay under false threats of prosecution or vehicle retention.
Top sights and sounds from Penn State at Big Ten Media Days: Newsstand
Penn State news, notes, and updates for July 25 include scenes from Big Ten Media Days, headlines of the day, and more. The post Top sights and sounds from Penn State at Big Ten Media Days: Newsstand appeared first on On3.
Did James Frankling Take A Swipe At Michigan Once With New Helmet Communication?
Penn State head coach James Franklin on the addition of helmet communications and how it still isn’t going to take away sign-stealing:. Here’s what Franklin had to say about Michigan’s sign stealing allegations ahead of their matchup (UM won 24-15) last season:. “I think in general, we’re...
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