Former Penn State linebacker Mike Hull joins Christian Hackenberg on today's new episode of The Pocket. The guys rewind the clock, offering a deep dive into the Joe Paterno era and 2013 NCAA sanctions with Mike Hull. The guys also share their thoughts on Big Ten realignment and how it will affect Penn State in 2024 and beyond. 

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CHAPTERS

00:00-Intro

02:06-Catching Up

03:45-Joe Paterno Era

07:14-2013 Sanctions 

12:04-LBU

14:22-Changing Positions

16:58-2024 Season Outlook

23:51-Big Ten Realignment 

28:44-Mike’s Journey at Penn State

33:00-Favorite Memory at PSU

33:58-Closing Thoughts