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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom recap #7 Penn State’s 27-11 win vs UCLA! The Nittany Lions improved to 5-0 on the season with the defense leading the way. Where does PSU stack up against the best in the country ahead of a road trip to USC? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to l…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview #7 Penn State (4-0, 1-0) vs UCLA (1-3, 0-2) which kicks off this Saturday at 12pm EST on FOX as a part of Big Noon Kickoff! Can PSU build on the momentum of the Illinois win and clean up some issues before traveling to #11 USC? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom recap #9 Penn State’s 21-7 win vs #19 Illinois! The Nittany Lion defense looked strong, and the PSU offense recorded 239 yards on the ground. How does Penn State stack up with the rest of the Big Ten? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview #9 Penn State (3-0, 0-0) vs #19 Illinois (4-0, 1-0) this Saturday night at 7:30pm EST on NBC! James Franklin has called for “White Out Energy” as PSU hosts its first Big Ten action of the season against the talented Illini. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the sho…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom recap #10 Penn State’s dominant 56-0 home win against Kent State! Did the Nittany Lions prove they’re ready for their first Big Ten game next week against undefeated #24 Illinois in Happy Valley? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New e…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview #10 Penn State’s home matchup against Kent State! What do the Nittany Lions need to get corrected against the Golden Flashes before opening Big Ten play at home next week against #24 Illinois? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Joe DeLeone of “The Ruffino & Joe Show” to discuss where Penn State stands in college football thus far in 2024. While the #8 Nittany Lions are on a bye week, what is the national perspective on PSU? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen.…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom take an in-depth look at #8 Penn State’s challenging home victory against Bowling Green from this past weekend. With a bye week, what are the reasonable takeaways from this game for PSU? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes o…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom recaps #8 Penn State’s scare at home against Bowling Green. PSU came from behind to win 34-27, but why did a MAC opponent give the Nittany Lions so much trouble? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTub…
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Tom Hannifan joins Rhett Lewis on "Bleav in Big Ten" to discuss the emergence of a new Drew Allar, highlighting standout performances from players like Nick Singleton, Kaytron Allen, and KJ Winston. They explore what's ahead for Penn State, emphasizing the importance of getting acclimated to both offense and defense during September before the toug…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview #8 Penn State’s home opener against Bowling Green! After an impressive road win against West Virginia, what do the guys want to see from the Nittany Lions against a MAC opponent? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes o…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom recap #8 Penn State’s 34-12 road win vs West Virginia! The Nittany Lion offense was explosive, and the defense picked up where it left off in 2023. What are the biggest takeaways from PSU’s season opener? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to list…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom preview #8 Penn State vs West Virginia! The Nittany Lions open the season on the road in Morgantown, WV this Saturday at 12pm EST on FOX. Is PSU on upset alert against the Mountaineers? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reflects on the end of Penn State’s 2024 Training Camp while looking ahead to the season opener at West Virginia! What do the comments by James Franklin and Andy Kotelnicki at the close of camp mean for the Nittany Lions’ chances against the Mountaineers? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more informati…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom countdown to the kickoff of Penn State’s 2024 season in just a little over a week’s time at West Virginia! How do the guys feel about QB Drew Allar’s maturation? What are the takeaways from the recent comments by former Northwestern and now WVU DB Garnett Hollis Jr on facing the Nittany Lions? Visit…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom sifts through the recent comments from Penn State head coach James Franklin, offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki, and quarterback Drew Allar! Plus, some injury news regarding a wide receiver, and a sizable donation made to PSU Athletics. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom explore information on the Penn State Offense from Training Camp! How are the wide receivers faring? Will QB Drew Allar be more involved in the running game in 2024? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom have the latest on the Penn State Defense from Training Camp! Are the defensive backs rebuilding or reloading? How is the competition at linebacker going? Is the defensive line the strength of Tom Allen’s squad? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom dive into the latest out of Penn State’s Training Camp! How is Drew Allar viewing Andy Kotelnicki’s new offense? How are the wide receivers looking? Which position battles are standing out? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episode…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom react to the dismissal of Penn State DE Jameial Lyons and LB Kaveion Keys over the weekend. What do these departures mean for the Training Camp battles at defensive end and linebacker? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom continue to preview Penn State’s 2024 Training Camp! Today, the guys focus on the offense: what will Andy Kotelnicki’s system look like? Will QB Drew Allar take the next step? Will the wide receiver position improve? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other pl…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom are ready for Penn State’s 2024 Training Camp! The guys focus on the defense in today’s episode: which position battles will be critical for the Nittany Lions? And will the D pick up where it left off last season? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other place…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom explore recents comments by Penn State’s new Offensive Coordinator Andy Kotelnicki regarding QB Drew Allar. How will this new coordinator-quarterback relationship play out in 2024? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Pitt Football head coach Pat Narduzzi's recent comments on playing Penn State! Plus, is PSU RB Kaytron Allen being "slept on"? Is No. 13 set for a statement season? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show dro…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom react to the recent comments in the media made by Penn State QB Drew Allar, and former PSU WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith! Did the now Auburn Tiger take a shot at the Nittany Lions’ quarterback? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to breakings news: Penn State’s 2024 White Out Game will be on Saturday November 9th vs the Washington Huskies! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom looks at the future of the wide receiver position at Penn State! Given PSU’s wide receiver corps for 2024, who could break out? Which wideouts could have a big opportunity in 2025? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop e…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s Passing Game in 2024! What does PSU QB Drew Allar think of his wide receiver corps at this point in the off-season? Are Nittany Lion fans about to be surprised by the production from the wideouts? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other p…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom dives into the biggest games, tests, and challenges for Penn State Football in 2024! Plus, reaction to PSU landing LaVar Arrington II as a part of the Class of 2025. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on Yo…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom break down some of Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft’s recent comments on PSU Football, the Big Ten, the White Out Game, NIL, and the renovations to Beaver Stadium! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop e…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reacts to some of the recent comments by Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft on how PSU is fighting for the White Out Game in 2024 and beyond! Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouTube, Apple Podcast…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom dives into Penn State’s roll with the 2025 recruiting class! Which names stand out? Which positions is PSU hitting with? What does this class say about the future of the program and the sport? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze the recent thoughts shared by OC Andy Kotelnicki, DC Tom Allen, WR coach Marques Hagans, OL coach Phil Trautwein, and RB coach Ja’Juan Seider! Plus, updates on OT Drew Shelton and the newly arrived WR Tyseer Denmark. Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom break down the newest comments from Penn State head coach James Franklin on the state of the program on and off the field. What’s the latest on the 2024 White Out Game? What are Franklin’s thought on OC Andy Kotelnicki thus far? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by College Football legend Adam Carriker to discuss what it will take for Penn State to make the new 12-team Playoff in 2024! Plus, where do the Nittany Lions fall within the Big Ten? And, are we about to see Conferences with official sponsors? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more informatio…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom have the latest updates surrounding Penn State Football Recruiting! What did Justin observe at this past weekend’s PSU Elite Prospect Camp? How big is the commitment of DB Daryus Dixson for the Class of 2025? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by the host of “Locked On Nittany Lions”, Zach Seyko, to discuss the primary topic on the minds of Penn State football fans this week: has PSU’s White Out Game been diminished? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s potential Whiteout opponent for 2024, and if the Whiteout Game been diminished. Also, the latest on the wrongful termination lawsuit that named James Franklin, former PSU Lettermen joining the Athletics Department, and incoming freshmen to watch for the Nittany Lions! Visit blea…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Pro Football Focus’s Max Chadwick to evaluate Penn State QB Drew Allar! What are the pros and cons of No. 15’s game? What can Allar be under new OC Andy Kotelnicki in 2024? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show d…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss the allegations that Penn State head coach James Franklin intervened with former medical staffers regarding player health and availability. The guys discuss the severity of the allegations, how coaching staffs interact with medical personnel, and what athletes need to know to handle medical …
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze Penn State’s two top running backs Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen. What will their production look like under new OC Andy Kotelnicki? Plus, the guys touch on the new Beaver Stadium renovation plan, as well as how the Jaden Rashada case could affect college football as a whole. Visit bleav.…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Mike Poorman of StateCollege.com to discuss breaking news: Penn State’s Board of Trustees have approved a near $700M renovation plan for Beaver Stadium. What does this mean for PSU Football and the future of the athletics program altogether? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more informatio…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Joe DeLeone of “The Ruffino & Joe Show” for an in-depth conversation about Penn State’s recent departures in the transfer portal. What do the losses of King Mack, KeAndre Lambert-Smith, and others really mean to the program? Plus, the guys get very honest about evaluating QB Drew Allar and WR Juli…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom breakdown Penn State’s top pass rushers for 2024! Will the Nittany Lions see an increase in production from the likes of DEs Abdul Carter, Dani Dennis-Sutton, Amin Vanover, Jameial Lyons, and more? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by Thomas Frank Carr of Blue White Illustrated to discuss a hypothetical: how would Andy Kotelnicki’s offense operate if Beau Pribula was the starting quarterback for Penn State? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the sho…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s Wide Receiver problem. Why has PSU seen a drop off at the position since 2022? After the departures of Lambert-Smith, McClain, Taylor, and Meiga, what does the WR room look like now? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to liste…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom react to breaking news! Five Penn State players have entered the Transfer Portal: S King Mack, WR Malik McClain, RBs London Montgomery and David Kency, plus OL Golden Israel-Achumba. What does this mean for the PSU football program? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the sh…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom reflects on Penn State’s low activity in the Spring Transfer Portal window. Did PSU have to go get somebody from the portal? Is the roster better off as it is now? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the show, and other places to listen. New episodes of the show drop every week on YouT…
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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom analyze Penn State’s 2024 NFL Draft Class! Which selections did the guys like? What does it say about the remaining talent in Happy Valley for next season? Should Nittany Lion fans worry about Drew Allar entering the Draft next year? Visit bleav.com/shows/state-of-state for more information on the s…
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