Penn State football storylines at 7-1; early evaluation of new-look Lions basketball team
Oct 30, 2023
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Analysis of Penn State football victory over Indiana and challenges in running game. Discussion on wide receiver performance and production, recruiting stories, frustrations, and stadium atmosphere. Analysis of the current state of Penn State football team. Examination of Penn State basketball team's exhibition game and potential success. Discussion of various storylines related to Penn State football and basketball.
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Quick takeaways
The Penn State running game has underperformed, raising concerns about the offensive line's blocking and the performance of the running backs themselves.
Keontra Lambert-Smith demonstrated his leadership and ability to make big plays under pressure, contributing to the team's success.
The inconsistency and lack of production from the Penn State wide receiver group raise questions about their impact on the passing game.
Deep dives
Concerns with the Penn State Running Game
The Penn State running game continues to struggle, with Nick Singleton and KeTron Allen averaging just 3.6 and 3.9 yards per carry, respectively, in Big Ten games. Even against weak rushing defenses, the running game has underperformed, raising concerns about the offensive line's blocking and the performance of the running backs themselves. The lack of a consistent ground game puts extra pressure on the passing attack and limits the team's offensive balance.
Keontra Lambert-Smith's Leadership and Clutch Play
Keontra Lambert-Smith showed his leadership and resolve in the game against Indiana. Despite a crucial drop earlier in the game, Lambert-Smith bounced back and made a game-winning 57-yard touchdown catch in the final minutes. His ability to rebound from mistakes and make big plays under pressure demonstrates his emerging leadership and the impact he can have on the team's success.
Wide Receiver Struggles and Lack of Production
The Penn State wide receiver group has struggled to produce consistent results throughout the season. While Keontra Lambert-Smith has been a reliable target, there has been a lack of production from other receivers, including Dante Cephas and Malik McLean. The depth and performances of the wide receiver corps have been inconsistent, leaving questions about their impact on the passing game.
Offensive concerns and the need for a new approach
The podcast episode discusses the offensive struggles of the Penn State football team. The hosts express their frustration with the lack of consistent performance from the offense and question the coaching decisions regarding player rotations. They highlight the performance of Kaiden Saunders, a young receiver who showed promise in a game against Ohio State but has not been given much playing time since. The hosts argue that giving Saunders an opportunity could provide a spark to the offense and potentially improve their performance moving forward.
Impressions from the Penn State basketball exhibition game
In this part of the podcast episode, the hosts shift their focus to Penn State basketball. They discuss the exhibition game against Robert Morris and highlight the positive aspects of the team's performance. They mention the impressive play of Kadu Swahab, a senior player who showed dominant post-play and provided much-needed size to the team. The hosts also praise the performance of point guard Ace Baldwin, who displayed great control and composure on the court. They express excitement about the talented roster and the potential of players like Marco Dunn and Nick Kerns. Overall, they believe that this Penn State basketball team has the depth and athleticism to compete successfully in the challenging Big Ten conference.
The Lions247 Podcast returns with a closer examination of Penn State's surprisingly dramatic victory over Indiana, along with fresh thoughts on the status of this squad entering November. Plus, what stood out from an early game evaluation of a new-look Nittany Lions basketball team?
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