On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom examine James Franklin’s legacy at Penn State, and if he will be judged entirely by the outcome of the 2025 season. Plus, the guys discuss the re-seeding of the College Football Playoff, and how things could change if the Big Ten would follow the SEC’s plan to leave the NCAA in 2028.

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom addresses how Penn State could be affected by the re-seeding of the College Football Playoff next season, the possible self-governance regarding NIL for the Big Ten, and more!

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s roster updates, including: Syracuse transfer WR Trebor Pena arriving on campus, 2026 commit DE Daniel Jennings reclassifying to 2025, and more!

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom address the growing opinion that Penn State could open the season ranked #1 in the country. Are the Nittany Lions truly the best team on paper entering the 2025 season?

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom is joined by PFF’s Dalton Wasserman for a look at Penn State football in 2025! Why is QB Drew Allar so polarizing? Will three transfer wide receivers be the difference for the offense? How does Jim Knowles’ defense stack up against PSU’s biggest opponents?

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss the early effect of Penn State’s new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles! The guys discuss Knowles’ path to PSU from Ohio State, his adaptation to the defensive personnel, and his early influence on QB Drew Allar.

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom covers breaking news: UNC linebacker Amare Campbell is transferring to Penn State! The Nittany Lions address a position of need through the transfer portal. What does Campbell’s commitment mean for LBU and the defense in 2025?

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom discuss Penn State’s linebacker targets in the transfer portal: Mohamed Toure from Rutgers and Amare Campbell from UNC. Plus, the guys share general takeaways from the annual Blue-White Game.

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Tom covers breaking news: Syracuse WR Trebor Pena is transferring to Penn State! Is PSU’s wide receiver room now equipped to credibly compete for a National Championship? What does this mean for QB Drew Allar, plus fellow transfer WRs Kyron Hudson and Devonte Ross?

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On this episode of STATE of STATE, Justin and Tom cover Penn State’s transfer portal targets! What’s the latest on Syracuse WR Trebor Pena and BYU WR Keelan Marion? Plus, the guys discuss PSU players that have entered the portal, and a look at former Nittany Lions that will be in the NFL Draft this week!

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