Former Penn State Football Player, Robert Windsor, joins Aeneas Hawkins on today's episode of The Lions Den. Robert Windsor talks about his unique journey to Penn State, his ups and downs as a player, and his time in both the NFL and XFL. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!

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CHAPTERS

00:00-Intro

01:52-Rob + Aeneas's relationship

04:46-Journey to PSU 

07:52-Rookie season

12:37-Dawn patrols

15:05-NFL career

20:07-Injuries/life away from football

28:04-NFL vs XFL

32:55-James Franklin/2023 squad

Penn State Football Player, Riley Thompson, joins Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Riley Thompson talks about growing up in Australia, some of the biggest shocks of living in America, the PSU atmosphere and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!

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CHAPTERS

00:00-Intro

01:25-Coming to America

07:46-Australian wildlife

12:08-The Outback

14:42-Getting into football

17:27- AFL & Rugby

21:00-Maryland game

22:44-FAU to PSU

25:05-Australian kicking style

27:54-Conditioning

38:38-Rugby physicality

41:47-Australian stereotypes

Jason Cabinda joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Jason Cabinda talks about his time with the Detroit Lions, having Dan Campbell as a coach, and some of his best memories from his time playing football at Penn State. Cabinda and the boys also discuss the sign-stealing scandal rocking the college football world and how the Nittany Lions are looking heading into the Michigan game. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00-Intro

03:28-Detroit Lions / Dan Campbell

08:48-PSU State of the Union / O-Line

14:00-Maryland game

19:33-Sign Stealing Scandal

31:42-Michigan game

38:47-Team Mentality

41:30-Tyler Warren

43:10-Key factors

48:00-Mailbag questions

Michael Mauti joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. The boys talk about the consequences of the Ohio State loss, recap last weekend's game against Indiana, and break down Penn State's path to the CFP with the season nearing the halfway point. Christian & Brandon also offer some analysis on James Franklin's coaching style and what changes need to be made for Penn State to be a legitimate title contender. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00-Intro

01:16-Michael Mauti Interview

33:11-Mid-Season Takeaways 

50:41-Breaking Down Indiana Game

52:47-What Adjustments Need to be Made? 

01:03:32-Student Section & James Franklin

DaeSean Hamilton joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. The guys break down the OSU vs PSU game, where the offense and defense fell short, and the key moments that led to the devastating loss. DaeSean also offers some veteran advice to the current players who have a long season ahead of them. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!

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CHAPTERS

00:00-Intro

04:01-2014 OSU Whiteout

09:24-Drew Allar's Performance

23:00-Offensive Strategy

26:23-Defensive Performance

29:52-Key Moments

34:55-Closing Thoughts

42:50-Mailbag Questions

56:41-James Franklin in Big Games

Joshua Perry joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Joshua Perry breaks down the OSU vs PSU matchup, some keys to success for the offense, and where each team can gain the advantage. Joshua also offers an inside look into how the OSU locker room feels during the week leading up to a rivalry game. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!

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CHAPTERS

05:27-Favorable Matchups

11:11-Breaking down the defense

14:45-Make or break moments

17:49-Can the offense break through?

19:53-Manny Diaz vs Jim Knowles

23:04-Rivalry week at OSU

Puff Johnson, Zane Durant, and Dvon Ellies join Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Puff Johnson talks about his transfer portal experience, adjusting to Penn State's Basketball Team, and what it's like playing for Coach Mike Rhoades. Later in the episode, Zane Durant and Dvon Ellies join to talk about the Ohio State matchup, playing for Coach James Franklin, the Nittany Lions' gameplan for Marvin Harrison Jr., Penn State's defensive line performance this season, and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

03:56 - UMass Recap 

11:11 - Puff Johnson Interview

35:47 - Zane Durant & Dvon Ellies Interview

Penn State Football Players, Theo Johnson & Kaden Saunders, join Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Theo Johnson & Kaden Saunders talk about their journey to Penn State, playing for Coach James Franklin, what fans can expect from the Ohio State game, and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

01:20 - Kaden Saunders’ Journey

05:36 - Theo Johnson’s Journey

08:02 - Adjusting to the Big 10 

09:50 - Ohio State Preview

11:04 - Penn State’s Culture

14:03 - Offensive Explosiveness 

15:28 - Fan Questions

17:40 - Social Media Negativity & The 1-0 Mentality

25:50 - Fan Questions

38:13 - PSU’ Playbook & T Formation

41:07 - Drew Allar vs. Nick Dawkins

42:58 - Fan Questions

47:39 - Nick Singleton & Kaytron Allen

49:28 - Coaching Staff

Adam Breneman joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Adam Breneman reveals some untold Bill O'Brien stories, previews the UMass matchup, and reflects on his fondest memories with Hack & Brandon during their playing days at Penn State. Adam also offers his take on the current college football landscape, Big 10 expansion, and more. Tune in for another great episode of The Pocket with Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell!

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CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

04:15 - How Hack Stole AB’s Girlfriend at PSU

11:51 - College Football Landscape

23:22 - Best College Football Rivalries 

25:33 - Mario Cristobal’s Blunder

27:46 - UMass Preview 

44:59 - Bill O’Brien & Untold Stories

53:35 - Mailbag Monday

Penn State LB Tyler Elsdon joins Aeneas Hawkins, Nick Dawkins, and Jerry Cross on today's episode of The Lions Den. Tyler Elsdon discusses Penn State's LB room, overcoming adversity in his college football journey, and even reveals some wild stories from Penn State's winter workouts. Tyler also talks about his military background, mentality on the field, and his welcome to college football moment. Tune in for another great episode of The Lions Den!

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Intro

01:49 - Tyler’s Military Background 

04:19 - Growing Up

08:57 - Coal Region Football

10:32 - Welcome to CFB Moment & Social Media Haters

18:34 - Life Outside of Football 

24:00 - LBU 

27:41 - Overcoming Adversity 

32:06 - Tyler’s Killer Mentality

33:47 - Lessons Learned from College Football

47:40 - Veteran Mentors