WEEK 1. PENN STATE FOOTBALL. CFB IS BACK!

Is Penn State’s 4-2-5 defense a game-changer or a risk? In preparation for Week 1 of the CFB Season, here's what to expect from the Nittany Lions’ unique defensive scheme under Jim Knowles. With a roster full of talented players and sky-high expectations, Christian Hackenberg & Jason Cabinda analyze the big picture and explore how this system could shape PSU football this season.

Here’s what to expect:

- Breaking down the 4-2-5 defense: structure, strengths, and challenges.

- Key players like Zane Durant & emerging defensive backs are poised to make an impact.

- The linebacker question: Can this group develop into a reliable core?

- Offensive: Drew Allar’s leadership, a deep running back room, and the revamped WR room!

- Season outlook: The importance of early games, Big Ten dark horses, and matchups to watch.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

01:46 - Defensive Strategies

06:02 - 4-2-5 Defense

20:24 - Offensive Line

22:10 - Tight Ends

23:38 - WR Room

30:50 - Keyvone Lee and Noah Cain Insights

37:00 - RB Room

39:18 - 2025 Team Captains

41:30 - Big Ten Dark Horse Programs

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