Get ready for an explosive episode as we dive into Penn State Football’s Week 2 clash with Nevada! Hosted by Cory & Shawn, we’re joined by special guest Zach Seyko from Locked On Nittany Lions for a deep dive into the Nittany Lions’ game plan, key matchups, and bold predictions. Will PSU’s passing offense explode? Can the defense shut down Nevada’s motion-filled attack? We break it all down! Main Topics: Nevada Preview: Strengths, weaknesses, and X-factors for PSU’s home opener. Is Drew Allar ready to shine? Big Ten Pick'em: Our weekly picks for the conference’s biggest games—join the fun and share your predictions! Zach Seyko’s Insights: From recruiting to game-day strategy, Zach drops exclusive takes on PSU’s 2025 season.

Cory & Shawn are back to cover their 4th season of Penn State Football. In this episode they preview the Nittany Lions season. Where do they end up? Will they meet expectations? Will they finally get over the hump? What is the hump? Is this their window? Where does Penn State have the most depth? Where are they thin? Finally, they give you their bold predictions and their season predictions!

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Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football! Cory and Shawn return for their first live show in a while, sharing personal updates and discussing their renewed independence after parting ways with their former media partner. The hosts break down Penn State’s #2 preseason AP ranking, analyzing the Nittany Lions’ strengths and key questions for the season ahead.

They spotlight quarterback Drew Allar, tight end Khalil Dinkins, safety Zakee Wheatley, linebacker Tony Rojas, and wide receivers Kyron Hudson, Trebor Pena, and Devonte Ross, while discussing the impact of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles. The episode previews major matchups against Ohio State and Oregon, and compares Penn State to national contenders like Clemson, Texas, and Georgia.

Listener questions spark conversations about wide receiver prospects, coaching staff futures, and what it will take for Penn State to reach the next level. Don’t miss this lively season kickoff!

White Out = Oregon

Boys = Back

Blue & White Game

Penn State Portal Prowess

NFL Draft Results

Shawn & Cory are back to talk Spring Practice, NFL Draft, Recruiting Updates & more

Other topics:

-Latest out of practice

-Blue & White "Game"

-Will Abdul Carter go No.1 in the NFL Draft?

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Cory & Shawn are back to discuss the beginning of Spring Practice, the results of Pro Day, big news regarding PSU RB commits, and more!

Other topics:

-Key players out of practice

-Who is stepping up?

-Will Abdul Carter go No.1 in the NFL Draft?

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Shawn & Cory talk PSU in the NFL & Beaver Stadium's Field having new naming rights

Other topics:

-Founder & CEO of West Shore Home, B.J. Werzyn joins the pod

-Sleepiest NFL Combine of all-time?

-Saquon, Gesicki, Godwin sign new deals

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Hardcore PSU is an underground, grass-roots, Penn State Football podcast dedicated to providing its listeners with useful stats, intriguing stories, credible news, and unique interviews. The show is co-hosted by Cory Lestochi and Shawn Kane. Hardcore PSU is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.

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Cory & Shawn are back to catch up or mustard on the latest PSU news in February

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-PSU loses Seider & gains Drayton at RB Coach

-Penn State has five players invited to NFL Combine

-Beaver Stadium renos continue

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Hardcore PSU is an underground, grass-roots, Penn State Football podcast dedicated to providing its listeners with useful stats, intriguing stories, credible news, and unique interviews. The show is co-hosted by Cory Lestochi and Shawn Kane. Hardcore PSU is presented by The Mercury Podcast Network.

For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected]

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