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Penn State & Matt Campbell Just Sent a CLEAR Recruiting Message... 2027 QB Commit Coming Soon?
Penn State football recruiting may be nearing a major decision in the 2027 quarterback cycle. On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down the latest with Will Wood, Peter Bourque, Matt Campbell, and what Penn State’s recent recruiting moves could signal about the future of the quarterback room. This episode also covers David Tarawallie’s commitment to Penn State, why his upside at offensive tackle is worth discussing, the latest on Aiden Gibson and Carter Jones, and why Jameer Dean and Samaj Robinson could become names to watch on the flip/decommitment radar. Penn State’s 2027 recruiting class is moving quickly, and these decisions matter for roster construction, offensive development, depth chart planning, and the long-term quarterback picture after Rocco Becht. The biggest question right now: is Penn State closing in on Will Wood, still pushing for Peter Bourque, or trying to keep the door open for both? With commitment dates approaching and visits taking place, this is one of the most important recruiting storylines for Penn State football fans to follow. Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football #recruiting #footballrecruiting #pennstaterecruiting #collegerecruiting #collegefootballrecruiting #weare #highschoolfootball 0:00 Penn State’s 2027 QB Decision 1:09 Will Wood vs. Peter Bourque 3:04 Could Penn State Take Two QBs? 5:09 Why Will Wood Has Momentum 6:26 Prediction on Penn State’s QB Target 8:39 Penn State Recruiting Notes 11:39 David Tarawallie Commits to Penn State 14:56 Aiden Gibson and Carter Jones Updates 16:23 Jameer Dean and Samaj Robinson Flip Watch 18:17 Final Penn State Recruiting Takeaways
Which Blue-Chip Prospects Can Penn State Still Land in 2027?
Official visits start at the end of the month and Penn State's coaches are on the road. Thomas Frank Carr, Sean Fitz and Ryan Snyder break down where the 2027 class stands by position, where Penn State has leverage, where there's work to do, and which blue-chip prospects the Nittany Lions have a real shot at landing before the cycle closes. In this video: 0:00 Intro — Where Penn State Recruiting Stands Entering Official Visit Season 5:44 OL Board: How Many OL Does Penn State Need in the 2027 Class? 11:25 WR Board: Khalil Taylor — Penn State's Position and the NIL Reality 20:55 Sponsor — Liberty Lumber Products 22:40 Tight End Board — Where Penn State Stands 24:31 Linebacker Board — Case Alexander and the Target List 28:28 Corner and Safety Board — Terry Smith's Next Moves 32:15 QB Board — Peter Bourque and the NIL Negotiation Reality 37:41 How Penn State Balances NIL Across a Full Class 41:55 QB Fit vs. Money — Why Quarterback Is Different 46:19 D-Line Leverage — Zahmar Tookes and Abraham Cessa 50:31 What Type of Pass Rusher Does Penn State Still Need? 56:22 How Penn State Fills Out the D-Line Without a Blue-Chip Edge 1:00:00 Coaches on the Road — The Visit Schedule Breakdown Use Promo Code PSUfans for 10% off: https://libertylumberproducts.com/collections/penn-state Subscribe to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3KzEcqK Check out the site too! - https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/ Get 20% off and free shipping at Fanatics with our affiliate link: https://fanatics.93n6tx.net/OeZg2z Use Code PSU20 to get 20 percent off Rhoback’s Gameday Collection: https://rhoback.com/collections/pennsylvania-state-university-licensed-collection Want breaking news like this delivered straight to your inbox for FREE? Sign up today for the BWI breaking newsletter! You’ll also get daily updates with the top headlines of the day five times a week. Click here to sign-up! https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/newsletter/join/ #PennState #NittanyLions JOIN Blue White Illustrated: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/join/?plan=annual SUBSCRIBE to Blue White Illustrated on YouTube and enable alerts - new highlights and videos uploaded regularly: https://www.youtube.com/c/bluewhiteillustratedvideo?sub_confirmation Bookmark our homepage: https://www.on3.com/teams/penn-state-nittany-lions/ Subscribe to BWI Magazine and Newsletters: https://bluewhiteonline.com Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BlueWhiteIllustrated/ Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/PennStateOn3 Music and SFX from Zapsplat.com
Ep. 218 | What's Going On | Spring Practice Over | NFL Draft Wraps Up | Recruiting On Fire
Hardcore Penn State Football Podcast - Episode 149: Spring Ball Complete, Record 8 NFL Draft Picks, and the Recruiting Trail is BLAZING Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your ultimate destination for raw Nittany Lions analysis, insider recruiting scoops, and no-holds-barred debate! In this episode – dropping April 30, 2026 – hosts Cory Lestochi and Shawn Kane deliver the definitive spring wrap-up as Matt Campbell’s first full offseason comes to a close. We break down everything from the final practices and Blue-White Game takeaways, to Penn State tying a program record with 8 players selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, and the white-hot recruiting momentum that has the staff piling up commitments and offers left and right. If you’re a die-hard Lion, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for all spring! Spring ball is officially DONE after the Blue-White Game on April 25, and the energy in Happy Valley is electric! Cory and Shawn recap the biggest takeaways from 15 practices under head coach Matt Campbell: the intense running back competition, massive strides by the offensive line (thanks to all those Iowa State transfers), and a defense that looks night-and-day better under D’Anton Lynn. Cory breaks down what this spring means for the 2026 depth chart and which position groups still need a portal push before fall camp. Historic weekendt in the NFL Draft for the Nittany Lions! Penn State tied the program record with EIGHT players selected in the 2026 NFL Draft, including multiple Day 2 picks and a single first-rounder. Shawn walks through every selection while Cory talks about the emotional send-off for standouts like Nick Singleton (Senior Bowl injury) and the defensive stars who cashed in big. We also discuss how Campbell’s player-development focus and the NIL-to-NFL pipeline are paying dividends and what this record draft says about the program’s trajectory. The staff is absolutely on FIRE! With spring evaluations wrapped, Penn State has gone ballistic on the recruiting trail. Cory details the latest commitments and flips that have the 2027 class climbing back into the national top 15, while Shawn spotlights the 2027 surge — including multiple five-star targets who visited recently and immediately received big-time offers. We cover key position needs being attacked (OL, EDGE, DB), how Campbell’s “family-first” pitch is landing with recruits, and the continued impact of the Iowa State pipeline on high-school targets. Plus, early buzz on potential 2028 names and how the spring performance is helping close top prospects right now. If you’re pumped about the Campbell era, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! Drop your biggest spring takeaway or favorite new recruit in the comments — we read every single one and may shout you out next time. Visit rhettcoblentz.com for your graphic design needs! #WeAre #PennStateFootball #nittanylions
Penn State & Matt Campbell Have a Huge QB Recruiting Decision to Make
Penn State football is still working through its 2027 quarterback recruiting board, and Peter Bourque remains one of the biggest names to watch. But with Auburn and Ohio State now involved, the Nittany Lions may have a real decision to make as Bourque’s recruitment continues to gain national attention. On this Locked On crossover, Zach Seyko and Zac Blackerby break down Penn State’s pursuit of Peter Bourque, Auburn’s push at quarterback, Ohio State’s possible involvement, Will Wood’s rise as a legitimate Penn State QB option, and how NIL, early playing time, and quarterback depth could shape the 2027 recruiting cycle. This matters because Penn State cannot afford to miss on multiple quarterback targets while the rest of the 2027 QB market starts to settle. If Bourque wants to extend the process, Penn State may need to decide how aggressively it wants to pursue Will Wood before another program gets involved. Penn State fans: would you keep pushing for Peter Bourque, or would you move quickly on Will Wood? Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub_confirmation=1 Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football #recruiting #footballrecruiting #pennstaterecruiting #collegerecruiting #collegefootballrecruiting #weare #highschoolfootball 0:00 Auburn pushes for Penn State QB target 1:03 Peter Bork becomes the focus 2:35 Auburn’s quarterback recruiting situation 4:10 Playing time, NIL, and Bork’s leverage 5:31 Why Peter Bork controls the QB market 6:20 Auburn and Ohio State enter the race 8:25 Could Ohio State change the recruitment? 9:49 What happens next for Peter Bork? 11:26 Should Penn State pivot to Will Wood? 13:09 Why Will Wood makes sense for Penn State 14:00 The NIL agent wrinkle with Bork 15:20 Scouting Peter Bork’s upside 16:08 Massachusetts competition context 17:07 Final thoughts on Penn State QB recruiting
Penn State's Running Backs Dominate Blue-White! + Other Spring Practice Takeaways
Penn State football wrapped up Blue-White weekend, and this episode breaks down the biggest spring practice takeaways from the running back room, quarterback depth, and D’Anton Lynn’s defense. The Nittany Lions showed real offensive potential with Carson Hansen, James Peoples, Quinton Martin, Cam Wallace, Rocco Becht, and Connor Barry all factoring into the conversation. Zach Seyko and Zane Bransfield discuss Penn State’s running back depth chart, Connor Barry’s role behind Rocco Becht, Peyton Falzone’s development, Matt Campbell’s offensive direction, and why Penn State may not need to run Becht as aggressively as Iowa State did. They also break down D’Anton Lynn’s defensive system, Cooper Ebel, Ikenna Iziogu, Darius Dixon, Josiah Zayas, Tony Rojas, the linebacker room, and the secondary. This matters right now because spring camp is officially over, and Penn State fans are trying to understand what is real heading into summer workouts and fall camp. The offense appears ahead of the defense, but the defense showed signs that the new system could unlock more talent than expected. Drop your biggest Blue-White takeaway in the comments: are you more encouraged by Penn State’s running backs, quarterback depth, or D’Anton Lynn’s defense? Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub_confirmation=1 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow the show on X! https://x.com/LockedOnNittany https://x.com/zach_seyko #lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #weare #football 0:00 Penn State Blue-White Practice Takeaways 1:26 Running Back Room Looks Like a Strength 4:05 Connor Barry and Penn State QB Depth 6:15 Rocco Becht’s Usage Under Matt Campbell 7:32 D’Anton Lynn’s Defensive System Shift 9:47 FanDuel and Indeed Mid-Roll Break 12:05 Linebacker Depth Without Tony Rojas 14:00 Blue-White Standouts: Barry, Peoples, Ebel 16:53 Penn State Special Teams Could Be a Strength 17:31 Blue-White Atmosphere Concern 19:15 What Matt Campbell’s First Spring Means
Penn State finally gains edge over Notre Dame in recruiting. #pennstate #ncaafootball #nittanylions
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Penn State begins recruiting for class of 2027. #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #ncaa
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