Penn State Football didn't come out with a win on Saturday vs. Indiana but they seemed to finally find themselves.  Former Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach and Trustee Jay Paterno stops by for a wide ranging chat. Paterno talks about his most recent book "Blitzed!: The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era." The book is "fiction, non-fiction" but comes complete with everything that goes into the high stakes of today's college football. Jay also talks about the current situation of the Lions, and the overall state of the game of college football. Are expectations fair, is social media having too much influence and has the money gotten too big?Back to the current group of Lions, Nick Singleton and the O-Line hit some big plays and the Lions finally threw it down field. Mike Gross specifically asked Terry Smith about that in post game and Terry had a blunt response. Going forward against Michigan State how will the Lions attack vertically and what role will Singleton have in that attack as the Spartans should have to account for him and his new found mojo?QB Ethan Grunkemeyer tells us how he has become more comfortable and also how and why he is able to get the ball deeper and over the middle against defenses?Who feels the Lions bring home a win from East Lansing? Take a listen and find out. As always we want to hear from you at [email protected].

Penn State falls to Indiana at home 27-24. The. Hoosiers mount a two minute drive for the ages going 80 yards in under 75 seconds.

The drive features big hits, clutch throws and hairline catches for the Hoosiers as they pull out a dramatic road victory to stay undefeated.

The loss, Penn State's sixth straight, is another setback as Terry Smith tries to right the ship for the Lions as they search for a permanent head coach.

Frank, Mike and Andrew react to what they saw from both the press box, field and media room.

Penn State played better but what else do they have to do to finally find a win? Let us know at [email protected]

Penn State's issues continued against the Buckeyes and when you look close more were exposed.

Where does Penn State go from here.? Do they stand a chance against IU?

After multiple talks with people in the know we dive into the coaches. to discuss a dynamic that hasn't been discussed.

Former Penn State great, linebacker Trey. Bauer joins the program to discuss essentially the "State of State" as we talk everything from players responsibility, Pat Kraft changing the metrics at Penn State and what lies ahead for the Penn State football program.

Penn State gets blown out in. the second half as they fall 38-14 to the Buckeyes. Mike, Frank and Andrew break down the game that saw a competitive first half only to become a nightmare in the second half. What did Terry Smith have to say after the game? What did Amare Campbell have to say? Hint hint he is pissed.Let us know. your thoughts in the comments and email the show for Tuesday at [email protected]

Penn State limps into Columbus looking to rebound and prove it that this team can still hang with the best. Do the Nittany Lions have a real shot against Ohio State? Andrew, Mike, and Frank dig into what has to go right for the Blue & White to have a shot at the Shoe.

The guys also discuss how Terry Smith has adapted to his new leadership role and what changes are starting to take shape on offense. News flash, the program has an entirely new attitude inside the walls.

The conversation heats up as the crew tackles the big-picture question — Who wins a championship first: James Franklin or Penn State ? The guys dive into the debate over what open and projected open coaching jobs which college football are the best comparing Penn State’s position to programs like LSU, Florida, Florida State, Oklahoma and others in the spotlight.

Coaching rumors swirl as the guys assess the top candidates on the market — Joe Brady, Brian Hartline, Urban Meyer, Matt Campbell, and Matt Rhule — and discuss which names could realistically find their way to Happy Valley.

The gang takes a closer look at what makes Ohio State’s wide receiver room so dominant, and why Hartline’s name keeps emerging as a potential coaching star Penn State fans should keep an eye on.

It’s a packed episode full of passionate debate, insight, and honest talk about where the Nittany Lions stand heading into a defining moment in their season.

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Penn State may have a bye week but there is plenty to talk about. "Producer Jesse," Jesse Myers of the Josh Pate College Football Show, joins Penn State beat reporter Mark Wogenrich of Penn State on SI to discuss the Penn State coaching hot board.Who is falling in the minds of Penn State fans and who is rising? Are fans setting themselves up for disappointment? The guys join Mike Gross and Andrew Kalista as they discuss the timing of Pat Kraft making the move. Is this good economic sense and did Kraft do James a favor?James Franklin went on College GameDay for some softball questions. What do we think of the interview?All that and more on this edition of the BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast. Email the show at [email protected].

Frank Bodani and Mike Gross Join Andrew Kalista as they breakdown the loss from Iowa City. Once again Penn State has a late lead, once again the defense finds a way to let it slip away. Penn State has big plays with Kaytron Allen on the sideline again and play calling has lettermen upset.

What has to change inside the Penn State football building?

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James Franklin is out as the head coach at Penn State. His 11 plus seasons come to an end after a loss to Northwestern extends Penn State's free fall to three straight games.

As fan apathy began to take hold, Penn State AD Pat Kraft decided to make a move. In comes Terry Smith as the head coach as the Lions get set to head to Iowa.

How did Penn State get to this point? Were there warning signs that should have been picked up on? Was this decision too quick? Who will be the next man to lead the Blue & White?

We dive into as much as much as you possibly can in an hour long show.

Joining us along the way, Stephen Pitts, the former Vice President of the Penn State Football Letterman's Club joins the show. Pitts, a former standout running back for the Lions, talks about the role the Lettermen have during times of change, what he sees in the current state of Penn State football, and what it will take for the next head coach to lead the Lions into the future.

An episode of reason amid a sea of turbulent waters all around Penn State football.

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Mike Gross and Andrew Kalista react to another face plant by the Nittany Lions at home. It feels like this game sealed the fate of head coach James Franklin. It truly does feel that way. Let us know in the comments and email the show at [email protected]

Penn State and James Franklin seem to be in a free fall and the path forward is murky at best.In this episode Mike, Frank and Andrew address fans' concerns with the media, you make like that segment or you may hate it but we give it a fair shake. The gang also addresses the pressure now coming from the national media and how this is much different than 2016 and 2021. We dive into Pat Kraft's mind. how he goes about addressing the issues. There still is a season to be played and yes, believe it or not 10-2 is still possible because games have to be played. Does this team have the heart to rise up and compete or will it wilt and become a bunch of individuals? What needs changed in the program asap? Are there too many distractions?No matter what happens going forward questions will always remain. Even if Penn State made the playoffs can the trust between Franklin and the fanbase ever truly be restored?Thanks for listening and joining the conversation at [email protected].