National CBS Sports/247Sports analyst Josh Pate returns to the Lions247 Podcast for a midseason review of Penn State, player development and Big Ten competition. Then we dive into bye-week feedback from Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin and offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki.

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We review top takeaways from Penn State's overtime victory at USC, including Drew Allar stepping up, Tyler Warren dominating, Jaylen Reed delivering and Ryan Barker converting the kick of his life so far. Plus, details on the Nittany Lions' addition of former Louisville DB commit Josh Johnson and focus on other flip targets.

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Penn State overcame a 20-6 halftime hole and a late touchdown deficit to earn an overtime victory at USC. We take a closer look at the Nittany Lions' roller coast ride in Los Angeles and postgame feedback from James Franklin and players.

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Penn State heads west this week for a Big Ten battle against USC in Los Angeles, and we're back to preview the key matchup storylines. We spend time sorting through fresh updates from the practice field before focusing on Nittany Lions in the spotlight and game predictions.

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Penn State welcomed a large collection of recruits to campus for its latest win, including four prospects who are committed elsewhere. We break down the situation with each before discussing a few more Top247 visitors. Then we spotlight the Nittany Lions' next opponent, Big Ten newcomer USC, with 247Sports Trojans insider R.J. Abeytia.

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Fresh out of a James Franklin press conference, we're back to break down the latest Penn State football notes, including Nick Singleton's status and recent standouts. Plus, how has national perception on the Nittany Lions shifted following a dramatic week of upset losses (including upcoming opponent USC) across college football?

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Penn State beat UCLA 27-11, pulling away from the Bruins after a scoreless first quarter and some surprising early results. Nittany Lions star running back Nick Singleton was not available, creating a "last-minute" change to the offensive outlook.

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Penn State seeks a 5-0 start against UCLA this Saturday, and we're back to break down the game week on another Lions247 Podcast. Nittany Lions injury updates, players to watch and matchup predictions are in focus.

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Penn State football recruiting efforts are in the spotlight as we review feedback from Illinois game visitors, look ahead to the prospect list for this Saturday, spotlight top commit performance and preview October on the trail. Then we break down the Nittany Lions' next opponent with UCLA beat reporter Mike Regalado.

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Fresh out of James Franklin's weekly press conference, we review top takeaways from a Game 4 win over Illinois, standout player performances and fresh feedback from the Nittany Lions head coach, including injury updates.

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