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Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
You'll never miss a moment of Penn State commentary, analysis, recruiting updates, team news, and more thanks to PennLive's Blue-White Breakdown. Hosts Bob Flounders, Johnny McGonigal and Max Ralph offer pregame analysis, weekly predictions, and postgame takes! Visit pennlive.com/pennstatefootball for more and subscribe to the Blue-White Breakdown today.
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- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
What is Penn State getting in western Pa. standout Quinton Martin? An in-depth look at all of the Lions' recent recruiting success
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders focus on Penn State's recent success on the recruiting trail. James Franklin and his assistants have done an…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State and the transfer portal: The Lions to watch in the next few days, plus some positions of need for James Franklin
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on what could happen with James Franklin's Penn State program now that the transfer portal…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State continues to add big-time talent on the recruiting trail, a Blue-White game "visitor" list, more
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine Penn State's recent success on the recruiting trail with the addition of elite in-state talent Quinton…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Previewing Penn State's Blue-White game Saturday at Beaver Stadium: What to expect from James Franklin's Lions
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders provide their insights into what Penn State fans can expect from the Blue-White game Saturday afternoon at Beaver…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State adds a veteran runner in the transfer portal, James Franklin's spot in The Athletic coaching rankings
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's latest transfer portal addition, MInnesota running back Trey Potts, and how he can help the…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State's Kalen King is locked in this spring, the QB competition continues and a young LB adds some serious weight
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders provide some Penn State spring practice updates with the Blue-White game approaching fast. Johnny and Bob examine…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
David Jones on Penn State's future with Mike Rhoades in charge, Micah Shrewsberry's impact in State College
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss what transpired inside the Penn State men's basketball program from the time Micah Shrewsberry left for Notre…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Examining Penn State's two-man spring competition at right tackle, Manny Diaz's deep 'D', Pro Day notes
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders offer some spring practice insights with Penn State roughly halfway to the Blue-White scrimmage. One of the most…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Previewing Penn State's Pro Day in State College: What to expect from Joey Porter Jr., Ji'Ayir Brown, Sean Clifford, Parker Washington and the rest of the Lions' draft-eligible players
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's Pro Day, set for Friday in State College. The Nittany Lions have a number of intriguing…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State spring practice notes: Mike Yurcich on his QBs, James Franklin on what he needs from his wideout room
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders offer some insight into how Penn State's spring practice sessions are going. James Franklin and offensive…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State men’s basketball is back in the tournament: Breaking down the first round matchup and more
PennLive’s Dave Jones and Johnny McGonigal look ahead at Penn State’s first trip to the NCAA men’s basketball tournament in more than a decade. Can the Nittany…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Spring Practice Storylines
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's spring practice sessions, which begin this week and conclude with the Blue-White scrimmage…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State spring practice sessions begin next week: A few Nittany Lions to keep an eye on for varying reasons
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders have their eyes on several Penn State Nittany Lions who could be in the spotlight this spring. Johnny and Bob…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Plenty of Penn State insight coming out of the NFL combine, Will Levis reflects on his time as a Lion
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders look back at the Penn State performances at the recent NFL combine in Indianapolis. Seven Nittany Lions…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Early thoughts on a few testy games on Penn State's 2023 schedule, memories of some 2012 PSU leaders
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders take a closer look at the early part of Penn State's 2023 schedule on this episode. David also shares parts of his…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Johnny McGonigal checks in with Penn State notes from the NFL combine, some PSU D-line coach candidates to consider
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to some Penn State news from the NFL Scouting Combine. Johnny is in Indianapolis this week and spoke with…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
A closer look at the blue-chip Penn State talents who have the attention of Pro Football Focus entering 2023, and who could join them in the fall
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine five returning Penn State players who are drawing raves from the Pro Football Focus staff this offseason…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
The real impact of Penn State's decision to renovate Beaver Stadium, the Lions' linebacker picture entering spring drills
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss what Penn State's decision to renovate and upgrade Beaver Stadium means for the school in the future…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Marveling at Penn State standout Jalen Pickett's signature effort vs. Illinois, and the Eagles come up short in the Super Bowl
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders react to Penn State basketball star Jalen Pickett's one-man show in the Nittany Lions' win over Illinois. Can PSU…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Assessing some Penn State position groups heading into spring practice: The players to watch on the offensive line
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders look at what's new with Penn State football at several positions heading into spring practice. Up first: A closer…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
James Franklin's expectations for Penn State's WR room moving forward, and how Marques Hagans fits into his plan
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders are back to take a look at some of the reasons why Marques Hagans is Penn State's new wideouts coach and Taylor…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
What we learned about Penn State's 2022 recruiting class this week, seven Lions earn combine invites
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on some of Penn State's most talented second-year players after meeting with them during a…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Revisiting Tom Brady's visit to Beaver Stadium in 1999, ex-Penn State OC at Rutgers, men's hoops notes
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders reflect on Tom Brady's retirement and go through Brady's performance for Michigan in a memorable 1999 game against…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State adds a gifted New Jersey prep star to its 2025 recruiting class and is pursuing another Wyomissing standout for its 2024 class
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders examine all of Penn State's recent recruiting success with offensive linemen on this episode of the Blue-White…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Final thoughts on Penn State's decision to move on from Taylor Stubblefield, Bill O'Brien finds a new home, PSU's bad loss at Rutgers
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders share their thoughts on why Taylor Stubblefield is no longer at Penn State. Former Penn State head coach Bill O'Brien…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
A closer look at what Penn State is getting in new wideouts coach Marques Hagans, the Lions add a walk-on running back
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's hiring of Marques Hagans to be the Lions' new wideouts coach and offensive recruiting…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Why move on from Taylor Stubblefield? Former Penn State standouts loom large in NFL divisional round playoffs
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders explore a couple of potential reasons to explain James Franklin's decision to cut ties with wideouts coach Taylor…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Recapping a frenetic last few days for Penn State's program: A key recruiting add, transfer portal news and a coaching change
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders break down a wild last few days for James Franklin's Penn State program. Taylor Stubblefield is no longer…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
David Jones details his week on the West Coast for the Georgia-TCU title game, and trying to catch up with the Bulldogs
PennLive’s David Jones and Bob Flounders dig in to what happened Monday night in Los Angeles when Georgia hammered TCU for the title. Jones spent the week in…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Why is Penn State one of college football's buzz teams entering 2023? Analyzing the decisions of Adisa Isaac and Curtis Jacobs
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders kick off this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown with a few thoughts on the potential of James Franklin's Penn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State's win over Utah has the Lions' future looking 'rosy', thoughts on the playoff semifinals and Georgia-TCU
PennLive's Bob Flounders and David Jones reflect on Penn State's impressive Rose Bowl triumph over Utah, and especially the play of quarterback Sean Clifford…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Is Penn State sitting on a huge effort vs. Utah in the Rose Bowl? Lions work the transfer portal for a DB, more
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders are in Los Angeles for Penn State's matchup with Utah in the Rose Bowl. Johnny and Bob break down the keys for…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State's most improved players, the Lions' defense preps for a big test vs. Utah in the Rose Bowl
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal kick off Penn State's Rose Bowl week with some thoughts on Utah's running game and the challenge the Lions'…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Signing Day breakdown for Penn State: How did the Nittany Lions do?
PennLive’s Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal break down Signing Day for Penn State. The Nittany Lions are bringing in an impressive 2023 recruiting class, but…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
First-year AD Pat Kraft has some big plans for Penn State, Micah Shrewsberry's impact on the Lions
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss some recent comments made by Penn State first-year athletic director Pat Kraft. Is the Winter Classic a…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Discussing the impact of the late Mike Leach, betting line thoughts on Penn State-Utah
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders reflect on the amazing coaching career of the late Mike Leach, who passed away earlier this week. The colorful Leach…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
A closer look at Penn State's latest two commitments, Lions and Utah dealing with NFL declarations ahead of Rose Bowl
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders sift through a busy last week for James Franklin's Nittany Lions. Parker Washington is off to the NFL, Penn State…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State is not facing a typical Pac-12 team in the Rose Bowl, semifinal playoff keys, Heisman Trophy thoughts
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders give their initial thoughts on the college semifinal playoff games (Ohio State-Georgia, Michigan TCU). Jones discusses…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Early thoughts on the Penn State-Utah matchup, transfer portal notes, and will James Franklin be able to keep his staff intact?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders share their early thoughts on a marquee Rose Bowl matchup between Penn State and Utah. What should the Lions' fan…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Doug Lesmerises on Penn State, Ohio State bowl game scenarios plus, is PSU closing the gap on the Buckeyes?
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders are joined by Doug Lesmerises of Cleveland.com on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown. The guys discuss possible…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
The significance of Olu Fashanu's return to Penn State, a look at some Lions with NFL decisions to make
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders analyze the huge news that talented left tackle Olu Fashanu is returning to Penn State in 2023. James Franklin's…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Talking Penn State-Michigan State, Sean Clifford’s legacy and the latest in recruiting
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Penn State’s season finale against Michigan State, which will feature the final home game for a…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
A Land-Grant Trophy story or two, Penn State primed for Michigan State, plus Ohio State-Michigan thoughts
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's Land-Grant Trophy history and preview the Lions' Senior Day clash with Michigan State. Jones also…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State moves forward without injured Parker Washington, Lions prep for Senior Day meeting vs. Michigan State
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal react to James Franklin's announcement that top wideout Parker Washington's season is over. The Lions go for a…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Michigan State storylines, players to watch and a de-commitment in the 2023 class
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith recaps key news items from the weekend, including an early look at Michigan State, plus looks back at the Lions’ 55-10 win over…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Talking Penn State-Rutgers, Cristian Driver’s position change and WRs in ’23 and beyond
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Saturday’s Penn State-Rutgers game and recap the latest from wide receivers coach Taylor…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: PSU-Rutgers picks, Ji’Ayir Brown’s career, latest in recruiting
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith recaps key news items from the week, including Ji’Ayir Brown’s reflections on a standout career, good and bad news on the…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Will it be the same old story when Penn State meets Rutgers? Analyzing Abdul Carter's first-year progress
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's battle with Rutgers Saturday in New Jersey. Jones believes the Scarlet Knights are scrappy and…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
What's ailing Penn State corner Joey Porter Jr.? The Lions' impressive defensive depth will be a problem for Rutgers
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's Tuesday press conference. Franklin provided a medical update on top cornerback Joey…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Maryland picks and analysis, plus TE development and the future of the O-line
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Saturday’s Penn State-Maryland game and look at a key spot along the offensive line, which could…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Will Penn State go after Maryland's Achilles' heel on Saturday? Lions' freshmen continue to impress
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders breakdown No. 14 Penn State's chances against Maryland Saturday at Beaver Stadium. The Lions are double-digit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Indiana review (defense): D-line dominance, Ji’Ayir Brown’s playmaking, Kobe King worth watchin
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s defense in a 45-14 win over Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Some good news, some bad on Penn State's offensive line, James Franklin's pleased with his top four quarterbacks
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the state of the Nittany Lions' offensive line on this edition of the Blue-White Breakdown podcast. James…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Indiana final review (offense): A patchwork O-line, Kaytron Allen’s impressive stat, Drew Allar’s football IQ
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s offense in a 45-14 win over Indiana. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Indiana breakdown, O-line injuries and force-feeding Parker Washington
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Saturday’s Penn State-Indiana game and look at the latest talking points, from Olu Fashanu’s NFL…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
An overlooked performance by a Penn State player vs. Ohio State, the Lions' improved play at scrimmage
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss the positives that emerged from Penn State's loss to Ohio State. The performance by a Lions skill player goes…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Will it be Sean Clifford or Drew Allar on Saturday at Indiana? Penn State's Olu Fashanu continues to wow talent evaluators
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to James Franklin's Tuesday news conference which included several questions about the Penn State…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Ohio State storylines and predictions, Julian Fleming’s PA homecoming, and Vega Ioane’s rise
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Saturday’s Penn State-Ohio State game and look at the return of former Southern Columbia…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Special guest Doug Lesmerises joins the show to break down Penn State-Ohio State, discusses Buckeyes' strengths, weaknesses
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders welcome Cleveland.com's Doug Lesmerises to this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown with Penn State-Ohio State set for…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Minnesota review (defense): Run D improves, Abdul Carter starts, plus what the win means for Ohio State
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s defense in a 45-17 win over Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…