Andy & Ari On3 Penn State FINALIZING Deal with Matt Campbell | Could he coach Nittany Lions to a national title?
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Dec 5, 2025 Penn State is on the brink of hiring Matt Campbell as its new head coach, raising questions about his potential to elevate the program. The hosts discuss Campbell's impressive turnaround at Iowa State and the pressures he’ll face at Penn State. With a focus on recruiting strategies and the impact of NIL resources, they delve into the challenges of rebuilding the roster. Additional insights into the expectations from boosters and possible successor candidates for Iowa State round out the engaging conversation.
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Proven Builder Facing Bigger Resources
- Matt Campbell built winning programs at Toledo and Iowa State despite limited recruiting resources and turned down bigger jobs to stay.
- He arrives at Penn State with greater NIL firepower and higher expectations than he's faced before.
Expectations Jump With The Job
- Penn State's standards equate to perennial Big Ten title and CFP contention, raising pressure beyond Iowa State's expectations.
- Campbell must translate program-building skills to a conference with top-tier rivals like Ohio State and Michigan.
Leaked Audio Mirrors Fan Frustration
- The leaked Pat Kraft audio voiced fans' frustrations about Penn State settling for second best, but didn't significantly harm the Campbell hire.
- The audio reflects internal booster and fan impatience driving the aggressive search.