Brian Dohn discusses Penn State's post-White Out recruiting success; early Week 5 storylines
Sep 26, 2023
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Brian Dohn discusses recent Penn State commitments, the impact of the White Out, and early storylines for the Northwestern matchup. They also cover the development and potential of player O'Hara, recruitment prospects, and expectations for the game against Michigan. The hosts analyze James Franklin's press conference, upcoming games, and the importance of avoiding complacency. Overall, a great discussion on Penn State's recruiting success and upcoming matchups.
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Quick takeaways
Penn State's offensive line has been praised for their consistent play and ability to grind out victories.
The wide receiver room needs improvement in terms of consistency and contribution to the passing game.
KJ Winston, Penn State's starting safety, is thriving under the coaching of Manny Diaz and appreciates his flexibility and creativity.
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Offensive Line Dominance and Grind-it-Out Style
The podcast discusses the impressive performance of Penn State's offensive line against Iowa, highlighting their ability to grind out victories and control the line of scrimmage. The offensive line has been praised by the coaching staff for their consistent play and their ability to open up running lanes. While the running game hasn't produced explosive plays, the offensive line has been effective in sustaining drives and picking up tough yards, which has been crucial in close matchups. The podcast also touches on the importance of the offensive line in upcoming games, and the potential for the wide receiver room to step up and provide more explosive plays in the passing game.
Key Players in the Wide Receiver Room
The podcast focuses on the wide receiver room and the need for certain players to step up and make an impact. Keanu Lambert-Smith and Harrison Wallace have been the primary targets so far, but other receivers have yet to consistently produce. The coaching staff has praised the potential of several receivers, but consistency remains a challenge. The podcast mentions Liam Clifford in the slot as a player to watch, as he has received significant playing time and has shown flashes of consistency. The competition between wide receivers and tight ends is also discussed, highlighting the need for the receiving corps to compete and contribute more to the passing game.
Evaluating Penn State's Offensive Line and Wide Receiver Performance
The podcast provides an evaluation of Penn State's offensive line and wide receiver performance. The offensive line is praised for their dominance and ability to control the line of scrimmage, despite not producing explosive plays in the running game. The wide receiver room is seen as needing improvement and consistency, as players have yet to fully step up and take advantage of opportunities. Liam Clifford is mentioned as a potential bright spot in the slot, but overall, the wide receivers need to show more consistency and contribute to the passing game. The podcast also mentions the competition between wide receivers and tight ends, emphasizing the need for both groups to perform at a higher level.
KJ Winston: Confident and Having Fun Playing for Manny Diaz
KJ Winston, starting safety for Penn State, is thriving under the coaching of Manny Diaz. He talked about how much fun it is to play for Diaz, a defensive coordinator who is flexible and creative. Winston feels confident in his knowledge of the defense and appreciates Diaz's ability to add new wrinkles each game week. With his athleticism and size, Winston has the potential for a bright future as a playmaker in the Penn State defense.
Alex Falcon: The Ivy League Transfer Finding Success at Penn State
Alex Falcon, Penn State's placekicker, discussed his performance so far this season. Falcon admitted to a missed field goal due to getting too sped up during his motion. He also mentioned having a range of confidence up to 55 yards, but beyond that, he would need to muscle it more. Falcon, an Ivy League transfer, chose Penn State for the big-time college football experience. Penn State's coaching staff has helped him develop the mental side of the game, and he feels he has become mentally stronger since joining the program.
The Lions247 Podcast returns with 247Sports national recruiting analyst Brian Dohn, who breaks down three new Penn State commitments and feedback from another successful White Out. Then, fresh out of a James Franklin press conference, we review early Nittany Lions storylines ahead of the Northwestern matchup.
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