Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball

Join host Zach Seyko and Black Shoe Diaries writer Pat Koerbler for a deep dive into Penn State's 2025 football outlook! They discuss how Ohio State's loss of DC Jim Knowles could hand PSU the edge to finally beat the Buckeyes, strategies to contain star WR Jeremiah Smith, the impact of safeties like Zakee Wheatley, and whether the veteran senior class faces too much "natty or bust" pressure. Plus, thoughts on expectations, rivalri...

Join host Zach Seyko and special guest Brett Ciancia, founder of Pick Six Previews and the nation's most accurate college football forecaster, for an in-depth preview of Penn State's 2025 season! Brett ranks the Nittany Lions #1 overall, predicts a Big Ten title, and breaks down strengths like the veteran roster, elite lines, and Drew Allar's All-Big Ten potential. Dive into threats from Ohio State and Oregon, the reloaded WR room ...

In this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, host Zach Seyko dives into James Franklin's big hint on Penn State's tight end battle, declaring Khalil Dinkins the likely TE1 while breaking down the TE2 competition between Luke Reynolds and Andrew Rappleyea. Explore other key offensive battles like right tackle/guard (Anthony Donkoh vs. Nolan Rucci vs. Cooper Cousins), QB2 (Jaxon Smolik vs. Ethan Grunkemeyer), and RB3 (Quentin Martin v...

Penn State and Indiana are catching heat for their 2025 non-conference schedules — but are these “cupcake” matchups actually the smartest path to the College Football Playoff? Zach Seyko and Jacob Goins go head-to-head in a passionate crossover episode to debate whether soft scheduling helps or hurts playoff chances, especially in the new Big Ten. Plus: which teams in the conference are legit threats, what makes Illinois and Iowa t...

Locked On Nittany Lions host Zach Seyko shares his initial takeaways from Penn State football training camp. Bring your questions and comments to the live chat and have them answered!

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Five-star running back Kemon Spell shocked the Penn State fanbase when it was reported that he plans to take multiple unofficial visits this fall — despite being verbally committed to the Nittany Lions. Is he truly locked in? Host Zach Seyko and recruiting expert Brian Smith explain why it’s part of the five-star process, but also why PSU fans should keep an eye on Notre Dame and Ohio State. The duo also breaks down the impact of K...

Big Ten football shakeup: Oregon's debut season under the microscope. Will the Ducks soar or stumble in their new conference?

Spencer McLaughlin and the Locked On crew dissect the top 100 college football players, questioning Big Ten representation and debating surprising inclusions. The hosts analyze Oregon's challenging 10.5-win total, breaking down key matchups against Penn State, USC, and Washington. Quarterback situations acros...

National analysts are finally giving Penn State the respect it deserves — but will that translate into a Big Ten title? Host Zach Seyko and Locked On College Football’s Spencer McLaughlin break down why the Nittany Lions are poised for a 12-0 run, and how James Franklin faces more pressure than ever. With elite coordinators Jim Knowles and Andy Kotelnicki on board, there are no excuses. The guys also compare PSU to Oregon and Ohio ...

Penn State is loaded with returning talent in 2025 — but is the passing game still the biggest question mark? Host Zach Seyko welcomes PFF’s Dalton Wasserman to evaluate whether the Nittany Lions have enough firepower at wide receiver and tight end to take the next step. Plus, the guys break down Drew Allar’s NFL draft ceiling, what PFF analytics say about his improvement, and why Tyler Warren’s departure still looms large. Then it...

Penn State fans were caught off guard when five-star running back commit Kemon Spell announced he’ll take multiple unofficial visits this fall — including to Ohio State and Notre Dame. Host Zach Seyko breaks down what this means for PSU’s 2027 class and whether Spell’s commitment is truly in jeopardy. Then, Zach explains why Fox’s Joel Klatt believes Penn State has the blueprint to win a national championship in 2025 — and how PSU ...

Penn State returns one of the best backfields in the country with Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, and Kaytron Allen — but who will back them up in 2025? Host Zach Seyko breaks down the top position battles in training camp, including QB2 (Jaxon Smolik vs. Ethan Grunkemeyer), RB3 (Quinton Martin vs. Corey Smith), tight end depth, and crucial competitions on the offensive line and in the secondary. From right guard to slot corner to back...

Penn State is off to a blazing start for its 2027 recruiting class — and may have just landed the next Saquon Barkley. Host Zach Seyko and recruiting insider Brian Smith break down the commitment of Kemon Spell, a top-10 overall player and No. 1 running back in the country, plus elite WR Khalil Taylor and offensive lineman Layton Von Brandt. Then, the conversation shifts to breaking national news: Donald Trump’s executive order to ...

Penn State wrestling’s biggest offseason question may revolve around world-class freshman Masanosuke Ono — and whether he redshirts in his first year. In this episode, Zach Seyko breaks down why the Nittany Lions may want to preserve a year of eligibility depending on what the NCAA decides, how redshirting affects the projected lineup at 133 and 141 pounds, and what this means for stars like Marcus Blaze, Braeden Davis, and Aaron N...

In this bonus episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, host Zach Seyko breaks down James Franklin's Big Ten Media Days revelations, including Drew Allar's 10-pound weight loss for enhanced mobility and dual-threat potential, boosting Penn State's offense under Andy Kotelnicki. Explore the program's record-breaking $164.9 million fundraising haul and its NIL implications amid the House settlement uncertainty, plus Franklin's praise for h...

Join host Zach Seyko and special guest Landon Tengwall, former Penn State player and college football analyst, for a special on-the-road edition of Locked On Nittany Lions! Dive into the burning questions surrounding Penn State's 2025 football season, including national title expectations, strengths like the elite run game and coaching staff, potential pitfalls such as injuries and the passing game, Drew Allar's Heisman chances, ba...

Join hosts Matt Sheehan from Locked On Spartans and Zach Seyko from Locked On Nittany Lions for an exciting crossover episode previewing the 2025 Penn State vs. Michigan State football clash! Dive into whether this late-November matchup could be a trap game for the Nittany Lions amid their brutal schedule, Penn State's national title aspirations, roster strengths, and transfer portal wins. Hear insights on key players like Nick Mar...

Incoming true freshman Nate Desmond joins the show to talk about his early days on campus, why Penn State felt like home, and how the star-studded Class of 2025 has already built championship chemistry. Desmond also opens up about his wrestling journey—from struggling early to becoming one of the nation’s top lightweights—and shares insights on mindset, goals, and what it’s like training alongside elite talent like Marcus Blaze and...

Penn State’s offense has the potential to reach new heights this season — but only if the passing attack holds up. Host Zach Seyko dives into the two major issues that could derail Drew Allar and the Nittany Lions: developing chemistry with new receivers and avoiding another wave of injuries. Zach breaks down the top names at wide receiver and tight end, highlights breakout candidates like Tyseer Denmark and Koby Howard, and explai...

Big Ten takes a stand against SEC's 8-game schedule. Will this reshape college football's landscape?

Spencer McLaughlin and the Locked On Big Ten Squad dissect the conference's bold move, demanding SEC alignment for playoff expansion. The hosts analyze Indiana's controversial non-conference schedule changes and debate Ohio State's projected 10.5-win total. Key discussions include the impact of road games, particularly Ohio State's t...