The Nittany Dispatch: A Penn State Football Podcast

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The Nittany Dispatch is the indispensable listen for fans of Penn State football. Audrey Snyder of The Athletic and Jon Sauber of The Centre Daily Times give you the expert perspective on the Nittany Lions. Follow along for the latest with this twice weekly podcast that gives you all the insight from the Penn State beat.

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The Nittany Dispatch: A Penn State Football Podcast episodes:

04.14.2024
Blue White Game Reaction
Back from Windy Beaver Stadium, Audrey & Jon discuss everything they saw from the Blue White Game on Saturday. How much can you take away from this scrimmage? Did we learn anything about Andy Kotelnicki’s new offense? Is KeAndre Lambert-Smith...
04.12.2024
Penn State Blue White Game Preview
Audrey & Jon get you ready for the culmination of Spring Football as the Blue White game takes center stage in Happy Valley. Tune in for thoughts on what we expect to see in Beaver Stadium, the new players to...
04.05.2024
Penn State Spring News & Recruiting Updates
Audrey & Jon are back to talk about offseason news from around Happy Valley including the news that Matt Zollers, in-state QB target, picked Mizzou over the Nittany Lions. What is the state of Penn State in-state recruiting for James...
03.14.2024
Penn State Spring Practice Begins
James Franklin and the Nittany Lions returned to the practice field for the first time in 2024 and Audrey & Jon got their first look at the new additions to the roster. What are the early signs from Andy Kotelnicki’s...
02.16.2024
James Franklin Offseason Press Conference
Audrey & Jon return to share the latest from Happy Valley as James Franklin addressed the media and players were available for the first time in a month. Tune in for thoughts on what was shared with media as well...
02.02.2024
Harbaugh Departs, Bill O'Brien to OSU & Penn State adds another coordinator
This episode was recorded Jan. 25 and posted Feb. 1 so excuse any news since recorded. Following the news that Jim Harbaugh left for the NFL Audrey & Jon discuss the impact to the conference and how will the new...
01.11.2024
Latest Penn State Portal Additions: Nolan Rucci, A.J. Harris, & Jalen Kimber
Penn State continued to bolster its roster this week with the additions of A.J. Harris & Jalen Kimber to a secondary that needs depth heading into the 2024 season. Plus, Audrey & Jon catch up on Nolan Rucci’s transfer to...
01.04.2024
Penn State Wide Receiver Portal News: Fleming In & Cephas Out
The Nittany Lions had a couple days of news for its maligned receiver group as Ohio State wide receiver, Julian Fleming, transferred in following two years with the Buckeyes as he is back in his home state as a Nittany...
12.31.2023
Penn State falls to Ole Miss 38-25 in the Peach Bowl
Audrey & Jon are back to close out the season following the loss to Ole Miss in Atlanta for the Nittany Lions. What are their thoughts on the game and how do you judge this performance with all the absences...
12.29.2023
Peach Bowl Preview: who’s opted-in & who’s out
Audrey & Jon discuss the Peach Bowl matchup with Ole Miss heading into the weekend including who will be suiting up for the Nittany Lions and who will be sitting out. There has been a lot of news with Olu...
12.22.2023
Tom Allen is Penn State’s new Defensive Coordinator & Signing Day reaction
Audrey & Jon return to discuss the introductory press conference of Tom Allen as Penn State’s latest defensive coordinator and what his addition means to James Franklin’s staff. Can he keep up the defensive success that Manny Diaz brought to...
12.17.2023
Peach Bowl Media Day & Introducing OC Andy Kotelnicki
Audrey & Jon return to the discuss everything that came out of a full day of media availability for the Nittany Lions in what was considered Penn State’s media day for the Peach Bowl. News from the transfer portal, opt-outs...
12.08.2023
Manny Diaz takes Duke HC job & the search for a new Penn State DC
The rumors were out there but the news broke Thursday that Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz would be leaving the Nittany Lions take the head coach job at Duke. Audrey & Jon discuss their thoughts on his departure, where...
12.05.2023
Penn State heads to the Peach Bowl to face Ole Miss
The Nittany Lions found out their bowl destination on Sunday as James Franklin’s squad will be headed to Atlanta for the Peach Bowl against Ole Miss. Tune in for thoughts from Audrey & Jon on the matchup, the opportunity it...
12.01.2023
Penn State hires Andy Kotelnicki as new offensive coordinator
Audrey Snyder and Jon Sauber break down James Franklin's decision to hire Kansas OC Andy Kotelnicki as Penn State's new offensive coordinator following the firing of former OC Mike Yurcich.
11.26.2023
Penn State shuts out Michigan State, 42-0
The Nittany Lions ended the regular season with their most complete performance of the 2023 season by blanking the Spartans 42-0. The explosive plays finally emerged as Penn State had six in the game including a 60-yard bomb from Drew...
11.22.2023
Penn State vs. Michigan State Preview: Will Drew Allar be healthy for Friday?
Audrey & Jon return to discuss the upcoming regular season finale in Detroit against the Michigan State Spartans on Friday. Will Drew Allar be healthy for the matchup and if he isn’t will Beau Pribula throw a pass? Can the...
11.19.2023
Penn State slogs out a win against Rutgers, 27-6
Following another deflating loss to a top 5 opponent the question was whether or not James Franklin’s team would have a let down against Rutgers to close out the Beaver Stadium schedule, it was a win but hardly an impressive...
11.16.2023
Penn State vs. Rutgers preview & James Franklin addresses Yurcich firing
Audrey & Jon return to talk about what James Franklin shared following the news that Mike Yurcich was fired plus how will JaJuan Seider and Ty Howle handle running the offense? Plus, more discussion of who could be the Nittany...
11.12.2023
Mike Yurcich out as Penn State OC: who’s next to lead PSU’s offense?
It was supposed to be a quiet Sunday for the Nittany Lions but the news broke that beleaguered Penn State offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich was let go by James Franklin. Join Audrey & Jon for their thoughts as well as...
11.12.2023
Penn State loses to Michigan, 24-15
Penn State failed its second test of the season by losing to Michigan in Beaver Stadium and falling to 8-2 on the year. The script has gotten old and the Nittany Lions once again could not muster any offensive consistency....
11.08.2023
Penn State vs. Michigan Preview: can the Nittany Lions earn a signature upset win?
The long awaited game against the Wolverines is finally here as Audrey & Jon preview the matchup with Michigan on Saturday. Plus, hear what James Franklin had to say in his weekly press conference, thoughts on Michigan’s sign-stealing scandal and...
11.05.2023
Penn State dismantles Maryland in a 51-15 victory
The Nittany Lion offense found its rhythm at long last with a complete effort against Maryland in a 51-15 drubbing of the Terps. Drew Allar built off his late game touchdown the week before with a four touchdown performance on...
11.02.2023
Penn State at Maryland Preview: will the receivers step up?
Heading into the Nittany Lions matchup with Maryland this weekend, Audrey & Jon return to discuss the “rivalry” matchup as well as James Franklin getting fashion tips from Jon. Tune in for predictions, what this game means for the program...
10.29.2023
Penn State wins late with explosive TD pass from Allar against Indiana
The Nittany Lions looked to avoid letting the Ohio State loss beat them twice by taking care of Indiana at home but ran into a bigger challenge than many expected. Tied late in the 4th quarter and following the first...
10.25.2023
What is Penn State’s ceiling under James Franklin & Indiana Preview
Following a demoralizing defeat to Ohio State, Audrey & Jon return to discuss how to assess the Nittany Lions following their first loss of the season. Where does this put James Franklin and his staff in terms how they are...
10.22.2023
Penn State falls at Ohio State, 20-12
Audrey & Jon help Nittany Lion fans cope with an all too familiar result against Ohio State as Penn State lost 20-12 in Columbus on Saturday. What did James Franklin have to say postgame? Why was the offense historically inept...
10.18.2023
Penn State at Ohio State preview with Bill Landis
The week every Nittany Lion fan has been waiting for is finally here and Audrey & Jon help get you ready for Ohio State. Plus, the pod welcomes its first guest with Bill Landis of “The Podcast” joining to give...
10.15.2023
Penn State beats UMass 63-0: Postgame Reaction
The Nittany Lions are 6-0 following their 63-0 victory over UMass, now the real season begins as Penn State starts Ohio State week. Tune in for Audrey & Jon's reaction to the dominant performance including Daequan Hardy's two punt return...
10.11.2023
Penn State vs. UMass Preview
Coming off the bye week, James Franklin was in rare form in his weekly press conference as the Nittany Lions prepare for UMass. Audrey & Jon discuss what to expect from this weekend’s matchup, give their predictions, and determine if...
10.06.2023
Penn State future schedule announcement plus Bye Week mailbag
The Nittany Lions are off this week but there is no absence of news as the Big Ten announced the conference opponents for 2024 - 2028. Join Audrey & Jon for thoughts on the new schedules as well as what...
10.01.2023
Penn State defeats Northwestern 41-13 to improve to 5-0
It was another baffling first half on the road for the Nittany Lions as the offense struggled against Northwestern in Evanston. Penn State went into the half tied at 10 and the defense continued to be suffocating despite the challenges...
09.27.2023
Penn State at Northwestern preview: is it time to unleash Drew Allar?
Audrey & Jon look ahead to the upcoming matchup between Penn State and Northwestern on the road in Evanston this Saturday. What should fans be looking out for in this game and will the Nittany Lions staff unleash Drew Allar...
09.24.2023
Penn State shuts out Iowa 31-0 in a signature White Out win
Audrey & Jon break down Penn State’s dominant victory over Iowa on Saturday night in a full Beaver Stadium White Out. Tune in for thoughts on the defense, Allar’s poise, and what is the ceiling for the Nittany Lions.
09.24.2023
Penn State vs. Iowa Preview & Predictions
Audrey & Jon discuss the game against Iowa and what Penn State will need to do to come away with a victory. Plus, they share what they have been working on to preview the White Out.

What's The Nittany Dispatch: A Penn State Football Podcast about?

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The Nittany Dispatch: A Penn State Football Podcast episodes:

Blue White Game Reaction

Penn State Blue White Game Preview

Penn State Spring News & Recruiting Updates

Penn State Spring Practice Begins

James Franklin Offseason Press Conference

Harbaugh Departs, Bill O'Brien to OSU & Penn State adds another coordinator

Latest Penn State Portal Additions: Nolan Rucci, A.J. Harris, & Jalen Kimber

Penn State Wide Receiver Portal News: Fleming In & Cephas Out

Penn State falls to Ole Miss 38-25 in the Peach Bowl

Peach Bowl Preview: who’s opted-in & who’s out

Tom Allen is Penn State’s new Defensive Coordinator & Signing Day reaction

Peach Bowl Media Day & Introducing OC Andy Kotelnicki

Manny Diaz takes Duke HC job & the search for a new Penn State DC

Penn State heads to the Peach Bowl to face Ole Miss

Penn State hires Andy Kotelnicki as new offensive coordinator

Penn State shuts out Michigan State, 42-0

Penn State vs. Michigan State Preview: Will Drew Allar be healthy for Friday?

Penn State slogs out a win against Rutgers, 27-6

Penn State vs. Rutgers preview & James Franklin addresses Yurcich firing

Mike Yurcich out as Penn State OC: who’s next to lead PSU’s offense?

Penn State loses to Michigan, 24-15

Penn State vs. Michigan Preview: can the Nittany Lions earn a signature upset win?

Penn State dismantles Maryland in a 51-15 victory

Penn State at Maryland Preview: will the receivers step up?

Penn State wins late with explosive TD pass from Allar against Indiana

What is Penn State’s ceiling under James Franklin & Indiana Preview

Penn State falls at Ohio State, 20-12

Penn State at Ohio State preview with Bill Landis

Penn State beats UMass 63-0: Postgame Reaction

Penn State vs. UMass Preview

Penn State future schedule announcement plus Bye Week mailbag

Penn State defeats Northwestern 41-13 to improve to 5-0

Penn State at Northwestern preview: is it time to unleash Drew Allar?

Penn State shuts out Iowa 31-0 in a signature White Out win

Penn State vs. Iowa Preview & Predictions