Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

Tyler Calvaruso, a recruiting analyst for Lions247, and Daniel Gallen, a writer covering Penn State athletics, dive deep into the tumultuous state of Penn State football recruiting. They discuss recent misses on key targets and the competitive rivalry with Notre Dame. Injury updates and roster changes show the team's ongoing evolution. The standout performances from a recent camp highlight future talent. Plus, insights on how local successes may shape recruitment, including a promising NBA prospect from Happy Valley.

Penn State football must replace several starters from its playoff run, so we take a closer look at key competitions across the depth chart. Meanwhile, the Nittany Lions face some challenges on the recruiting trail, host another prospect camp and prepare for Lasch Bash. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 Lions247 Podcast returns with a close look at Penn State's latest commitment in four-star linebacker Elijah Littlejohn. Plus, we discuss feedback from an important official visit weekend for the Nittany Lions and update the quarterback recruiting target board. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 quarterbacks are in the spotlight with personal trainer Brad Maendler, who works with current Nittany Lions QBs Drew Allar and Ethan Grunkemeyer, along with commits Peyton Falzone and Troy Huhn. Plus, there's another big recruiting weekend ahead featuring official visitors. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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

Lions247 gained a long look at more than 10 Penn State football commits during recent camp action and provides plenty of feedback on this latest podcast episode. Plus, where do the Nittany Lions stand with several top recruiting targets after official visits? We break down the latest. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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

Lions247 took a trip to Penn State football facilities and spoke with several members of the coaching staff regarding player progress and team development. Plus, recruiting conversation includes a closer look at recent Nittany Lions Crystal Ball commitment predictions. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 football expanded its 2026 recruiting class again Tuesday with a commitment from Michigan lineman Benjamin Eziuka. The Lions247 Podcast breaks down that addition, recent official visit impact and standouts from a Nittany Lions prospect camp, including five-star running back Kemon Spell. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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 Lions247 Podcast returns with focus on plenty of recruiting developments, headlined by a few Penn State targets working toward commitment decisions. We also review fresh camp takeaways from Nittany Lions prospects and look ahead to a key official visit weekend. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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

Brian Dohn, a national recruiting analyst at 247Sports, dives into Penn State football's recent surge in commitments. He unpacks the promising 2026 class, with key prospects like five-star Joey O'Brien and emerging star Davion Brown. The potential impact of new recruits such as Matthew Lama and Terry Wiggins is explored, alongside the challenges posed by NIL deals and coaching changes. Dohn also discusses the competitive landscape against rival schools and how rising expectations influence recruitment strategies for the Nittany Lions.

Penn State quarterback commits Peyton Falzone and Troy Huhn are in the spotlight on this Lions247 Podcast after our long look at both in Elite 11 camp. Plus, we explore the impact of key official visits on 2026 recruiting class plans and preview an upcoming prospect announcement. Enjoy complete Penn State coverage anytime at Lions247.com. Follow the team on X: @Lions247 @TDsTake @danieljtgallen @tyler_calvaruso @MarkXBrennan. Follow or subscribe to the Lions247 Podcast on Spotify, Apple 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