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

College Football Playoff negotiations hit a snag. Will the 2026 format be decided before kickoff?

Hosts dissect the ongoing CFP debates, exploring potential impacts on conference championships and automatic qualifiers. The conversation shifts to June's recruiting frenzy, with updates on Ohio State's methodical approach and UCLA's surprising Florida pipeline. Nebraska's 2025 win total predictions take center stage, as the panel analy...

🔥 Penn State and Oregon are already trading blows — on the recruiting trail and in early-season hype. In this Locked On Nittany Lions x Locked On Ducks crossover, Zach Seyko and Spencer McLaughlin break down:

- The 3-team battle for 5⭐ OT Immanuel Iheanacho

- How Oregon’s Evan Stewart injury changes the Penn State matchup

- A.J. Harris vs Oregon’s WRs: Can PSU’s DBs hold up against elite speed?

- Why Penn State’s early-season identity...

Penn State men’s hockey is building something special — and it just got even bigger.

Host Zach Seyko and PSU hockey color commentator Eric Ohlson react to the commitments of Jackson Smith and Pierce Mbuyi, two elite NHL prospects who signal a seismic shift in Penn State’s recruiting ceiling. Jackson Smith, a projected top-15 NHL Draft pick, joins the Nittany Lions this season and instantly boosts an already dominant blue line. Pierc...

Penn State football is on the verge of losing four of its top 2026 targets — and the timing couldn’t be worse.

Zach Seyko and Brian Smith break down how Penn State went from leader to longshot for Joey O’Brien, Khary Adams, Luke Wafle, and Grayson McKeogh, with Notre Dame suddenly poised to sweep them all. What changed? Why is USC suddenly involved? And how much of this is fixable?

This crossover episode dives deep into Penn State’s ...

Can Penn State actually start PJ Duke, Marcus Blaze, and Masanosuke Ono in the same lineup this season? And should they?

In this episode, Zach Seyko and Nick Kosko break down Duke’s shocking Final X pin of 4x NCAA champ Yanni Diakomihalis, Blaze’s dominance at 65kg, and how Cael Sanderson can navigate a roster overflowing with All-American talent.

Also:

Should Tyler Kasak redshirt?

Will Ono be granted more than one year of NCAA eligibi...

Penn State has landed a high-upside 4-star linebacker in Elijah Littlejohn — but what kind of player are the Nittany Lions really getting? On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down Littlejohn’s pass-rushing prowess, where he fits in Jim Knowles’ system, and how he compares to other 2026 linebacker commits. Plus, is Penn State finished at linebacker? And what’s going wrong on the defensive line recruiting front? Wit...

You just watched the next face of Penn State wrestling — and his name is PJ Duke.

In this jam-packed recap of Final X, Zach Seyko breaks down Duke’s shocking comeback against 4x NCAA champ Yanni Diakomihalis, why Marcus Blaze's domination of Brock Hardy matters, and how Masanosuke Ono, Braeden Davis, and Aaron Nagao all factor into the most competitive Penn State lineup battle we’ve ever seen.

Plus, what’s next for stars like Levi Ha...

Penn State men's hockey is in uncharted territory — and that’s a great thing. After a Frozen Four appearance and growing national credibility, the Nittany Lions are now strongly linked to four elite NHL prospects: Gavin McKenna, Porter Martone, Michael Misa, and Jackson Smith.

Zach Seyko is joined by PSU hockey broadcaster Eric Ohlson to break down why Penn State has become a serious contender for blue-chip CHL talent, how NIL is no...

Penn State football enters a pivotal official visit weekend with its 2026 recruiting class hanging in the balance. In this episode, Zach Seyko and Brian Smith preview the most important visitors — including 5-star offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho, potential running back target Brian Bonner, and top defensive lineman Luke Wafle.

Zach breaks down why Penn State’s pitch may be stronger than LSU or Oregon’s — despite NIL gaps — and w...

College football's landscape shifts dramatically with NCAA's game-changing settlement. Will player payments reshape team dynamics and recruiting strategies across the Big Ten? Hosts dissect the settlement's far-reaching implications, from potential roster size changes to the evolving role of NIL collectives. The conversation heats up with bold predictions for the upcoming season. Big Ten insiders Spencer McLaughlin and Craig Shemon...

Penn State Wrestling’s 2025-26 lineup isn’t just good — it might be the best college wrestling team ever assembled. Host Zach Seyko and the voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, break down the projected starting lineup and explain why 7–8 NCAA finalists isn’t just possible — it might be expected.

Then, they dive into the Final X matchups featuring PSU stars and Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members:

Can Luke Lilledahl upset Spence...

The House settlement is official — and it’s great news for Penn State. Zach Seyko is joined by the Voice of Penn State Football, Steve Jones, to break down the impact of this groundbreaking revenue-sharing model on the Nittany Lions.

From NIL and roster caps to future scholarships and private equity concerns, they cover it all. Will Penn State benefit from the new model? What’s the danger of allowing outside investors to fund athlet...

Is Penn State football really settling by taking so many 3-star recruits in the 2026 class? Or is James Franklin and his staff playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers? In this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko explains why Penn State’s coaching staff evaluates talent differently from On3 and 247, and why star ratings are often misleading. Plus, we react to Penn State’s #2 national ranking for defensive li...

Penn State has landed its sixth defensive back commitment in the 2026 class — 3-star cornerback Amauri Polydor. He had 8 interceptions as a junior and brings elite ball skills and fearless tackling to the table. In this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, host Zach Seyko breaks down what makes Polydor such a promising addition, why his transfer to St. Frances Academy is a huge deal, and what this commitment means for future DB targ...

Penn State’s recruiting class for 2026 could jump into the top 10 if they land key commitments this weekend. Host Zach Seyko and Brian Smith dive deep into the high-stakes official visit weekend for the Nittany Lions. With top recruits like Carter Meadows, Keshawn Stancil, and Damari Simeon visiting, the program’s chances to move into a top-tier recruiting spot could hinge on these decisions.

Plus, the guys discuss how Penn State is...

In a surprise off-season blow, Penn State defensive end Max Granville has been ruled out long-term due to an injury suffered during a break workout. Granville was one of the top breakout candidates for 2025, and his absence reshuffles the Nittany Lions’ defensive end rotation.

Zach Seyko breaks down the short-term risk and long-term silver lining, highlighting how the injury accelerates the development of young stars like Jaylen Har...

Big Ten recruiting heats up as top coaches vie for 2026 talent. Will Washington's defensive upgrades translate to more wins next season?

Spencer McLaughlin and the Locked On Big Ten Squad analyze college football's recruiting landscape, spotlighting the conference's best talent hunters. The hosts break down 2026 class projections for powerhouses like Ohio State, Michigan, and USC, exploring how NIL deals are reshaping recruitment st...

Does Penn State need to schedule Pitt ever again? Zach Seyko and Joe Smeltzer say absolutely not — and explain why the rivalry is outdated, irrelevant, and unnecessary for a national brand like PSU.

Then, they break down Penn State’s biggest potential trap games for 2025, including dangerous matchups at Iowa, UCLA, and East Lansing. Even with national title aspirations, the Nittany Lions can’t afford to overlook anyone.

Plus, the deb...

Penn State Wrestling isn’t just winning championships — it’s dominating the future of the sport. In this episode, Zach Seyko and Jeff Byers break down how Penn State claimed 7 of 10 U23 World Team spots and 5 U20 champions, including stars like PJ Duke, Marcus Blaze, William Henkel, and the Mirasola twins. What does this mean for Oklahoma State and Iowa’s efforts to catch up?

Plus, we preview Final X, including the much-anticipated ...