Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

Penn State is set to hire former Indiana head coach Tom Allen as its new defensive coordinator, so we gather feedback from his time in Bloomington via a 247Sports Hoosiers insider. Meanwhile, the Nittany Lions struck again in the Transfer Portal with another post-visit commitment. We examine the impact and other ongoing portal pursuits for PSU.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The podcast covers the Penn State football team's regular-season MVP picks, discussing their pass-blocking skills and performance consistency. They debate the defensive MVP and analyze the performances of Alex Falcons and Daquan Hardy. The hosts also discuss Penn State basketball's comeback win against Ohio State and potential additions to the football team from other programs. Lastly, they talk about Penn State's involvement in the transfer portal and the search for a new defensive coordinator.

Penn State adds Division II offensive tackle Alan Herron to their roster plans from the Transfer Portal. The podcast discusses the Peach Bowl press conference with James Franklin and Pat Kraft. It also focuses on players to monitor in December and Penn State's wide receiver recruiting efforts. Other topics include engagement rings, video call fails, and the alignment between the head coach and offensive coordinator.

From Manny Diaz's official departure to Theo Johnson's 2024 NFL Draft declaration, we review the latest Nittany Lions news and add a few recruiting notes. Then our full focus is on Penn State efforts in the Transfer Portal, where things are heating up at receiver.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz has emerged as the top name in Duke's head coach search so we're back to break down that situation. Then, nearing Penn State enrollment, five-star tight end prospect Luke Reynolds is back on the Lions247 Podcast for an in-depth discussion on his development, PSU's offensive coordinator change and freshman plans for 2024.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State is set for one more high-profile football matchup this season, scheduled to face Ole Miss in the 2023 Peach Bowl. Meanwhile, the Nittany Lions are adjusting to a staff addition while dealing with the Transfer Portal and opt-out potential. Plus, we break down the 11th-ranked Rebels with an Ole Miss insider.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State officially announced it hired Andy Kotelnicki on Friday, and we're back with more intel on the Nittany Lions' new offensive coordinator. Joined by 247Sports Kansas insider Michael Swain, we break down the details that made Kotelnicki a coveted candidate and learn more about his personality. Plus, PSU is already sending out offers in the transfer portal and that situation is about to become much busier.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State has landed a new offensive coordinator, hiring Andy Kotelnicki away from Kansas. After confirming the move with PSU sources and tracking the situation with Kotelnicki this week, we're back to break down the development and what comes next.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Penn State's strong finish to the regular season has positioned them well for a New Year's Six bowl matchup. The podcast discusses the team's offensive and defensive performances, the rotation of wide receivers, and potential transfer portal targets. They also analyze the anticipation for the upcoming bowl game, including facing top-ranked teams and challenges with player opt-outs. The conversation concludes with discussions on early enrollees, the cornerback position, special teams, and off-season expectations.

Penn State football dominated its final regular season matchup, beating Michigan State 42-0 in Detroit on Black Friday. Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton combined for 340 yards, Drew Allar threw for nearly 300 yards and the Nittany Lions defense made life miserable for MSU. We're back to break it all down on another Lions247 Postgame Podcast.Follow the team on Twitter: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And watch every episode on YouTube. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices