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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.
Episodes
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State's James Franklin makes sure everyone knows Sean Clifford is the B10 Offensive Player of the Week, PSU-OSU point spread thoughts
PennLIve's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal dive into James Franklin's Tuesday presser with the Lions preparing for Ohio State Saturday. Franklin had a…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Minnesota review (offense): Tight ends involved, Clifford bounces back, Washington’s 1st TD
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s offense in a 45-17 win over Minnesota. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Minnesota predictions, Whiteout recruiting and Sean Clifford vs. Drew Allar
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith take a look at a big game week with Minnesota coming to Beaver Stadium, and they recap what James Franklin…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Is Penn State on upset alert vs. Minnesota in the White Out game? What's wrong with James Franklin's offense?
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders look at the key storylines surrounding Penn State's Big Ten contest with Minnesota Saturday night at Beaver Stadium…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: James Franklin, Manny Diaz update position battles, preseason camp on defense
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at what came out of Penn State’s media day as it relates to the Lions’ defense, from the middle linebacker job to the pass…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Will it be Sean Clifford or Drew Allar for Penn State on Saturday night? Who should it be? Can the Lions' defense slow Minnesota's run game?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to Penn State coach Franklin's assertion Tuesday that veteran quarterback Sean Clifford has earned the…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Michigan thoughts, James Franklin vs. Jim Harbaugh, and the importance of the Lions D
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Penn State’s mega matchup at Michigan this weekend, and they answer the question, who would you…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: PSU-Michigan picks, Zuriah Fisher’s recovery and freshmen growth
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith takes a look at the latest from Penn State coach James Franklin and gives his pick for Saturday’s showdown at Michigan. Learn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Quarterbacks in the crosshairs for Penn State-Michigan, players to watch, PSU's offensive plan of attack
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders look at Penn State's matchup with Michigan from all angles on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown. The play of…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Does Penn State have a big-play problem in the passing game? James Franklin on Sean Clifford's season to date
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Johnny McGonigal react to Penn State coach James Franklin's Tuesday news conference. It's Michigan week and Franklin shared his…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State’s bye week to-do list, the Lions’ deep game struggles, and running back recruiting
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith take a closer look at Penn State’s 5-0 start and what the coaching staff can do to make fixes following an…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Updated Penn State won-loss projections, early look at Wolverines-Lions, is Minnesota-PSU still worrisome?
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders look at the state of Big Ten football and where 5-0 Penn State fits. David and Bob also forecast the Lions' wins and…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Northwestern review (defense): Lockdown coverage, making the Wildcats one-dimensional, and Tarburton’s big day
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s defense in a 17-7 win over Northwestern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State's to-do list on offense for the bye week, the Lions' biggest surprises through five games
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's 5-0 start with the Lions resting on their bye week. There is still plenty of work to do on…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Northwestern review (offense): Fumble-itis, the run-pass ratio and a thinned-out RB depth chart
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s offense in a 17-7 win over Northwestern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State’s depth-building mission, Sean Clifford’s health and Northwestern predictions
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down the latest from Penn State coach James Franklin and look at his quest to build as much depth as…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Breaking down Penn State's running back play after four games, Pat Fitzgerald's struggles at Northwestern, game picks
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders analyze Penn State's Big Ten matchup with underdog Northwestern on Saturday. How will the running back rotation play…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Does Sean Clifford have another level? Plus, how deep is the receiving core?
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders get into some positives that made James Franklin smile during Tuesday's press conference, but first touch on Sean…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Central Michigan review (defense): Takeaways in bunches, Kalen King a PFF star, Dennis-Sutton dominates
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s 33-14 win over Central Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Central Michigan review (offense): Kaytron’s big day, fast start and a keyO-line stat
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s 33-14 win over Central Michigan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Central Michigan: Key objectives for the Lions to improve to 4-0, plus CMU players to watch
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith has four key storylines and objectives for Penn State in its Saturday matchup with Central Michigan. Learn more about your ad…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State’s path to covering against Central Michigan and freshmen redshirt outlook
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith break down Penn State coach James Franklin’s latest media scrum, look ahead to Central Michigan, and…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: PSU-Central Michigan picks, Lions pass rush emerges, and the ‘hit hammer’
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith takes a look at the latest from Penn State’s week of prep leading up to Central Michigan, including game predictions, James…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Evaluating Chad Powers' tryout at Penn State, assessing the job done by Mike Yurcich and Phil Trautwein
PennLive's Bob Flounders and David Jones explore Penn State's offensive improvement through three games. OC Mike Yurcich and offensive line coach Phil…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Has Penn State's offensive line turned the corner? Kaytron Allen delivers against Auburn
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders look back at Penn State's decisive win at Auburn and break down James Franklin's Tuesday press conference. Johnny…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Auburn review (offense): Credit to the O-line, Nick Singleton’s speed, Brenton Strange’s dual threat
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith has four takeaways on the offensive side of the ball from Penn State’s 41-12 road win over Auburn. Learn more about your ad…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Auburn thoughts, who’s got more roster talent, and the addition of Zion Tracy
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith preview Penn State’s big road trip to Auburn and compare both teams’ rosters in advance of that showdown…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
How will Penn State slow Auburn's run game? Can Lions shred Tigers' secondary on Saturday?
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders take a closer look at all of the key matchups in Penn State's road contest with Auburn on Saturday. The Tigers' run…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
James Franklin on Penn State QB Drew Allar's offseason growth, Olu Fashanu settles in at left tackle
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to Penn State coach James Franklin's Tuesday news conference with the 2-0 Lions prepping for 2-0 Auburn on…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Remembering Bill O'Brien's Penn State-Ohio opener from 2012, how to deal with the Lions' youth movement
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders preview Penn State's home opener with Ohio Saturday on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown podcast. David and Bob…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Is Drew Allar still No. 2 at Penn State? A Theo Johnson update, plus James Franklin evaluates the run game
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders break down James Franklin's Tuesday press conference on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown podcast. The…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Purdue closing thoughts: Joey Porter Jr.’s performance, pass D and special teams
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s defense and special teams in a 35-31 win over Purdue in the Lions’ season opener. Learn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Purdue closing thoughts: Sean Clifford, Drew Allar and the run game
PennLive’s Dustin Hockensmith takes a final look back at Penn State’s offense in a 35-31 win over Purdue in the Lions’ season opener. Learn more about your ad…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State QB recruiting, 2023 class thoughts and the future of the offensive line
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Dustin Hockensmith take a closer look at Penn State’s 2023 recruiting class and how the future of the quarterback depth chart…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: The magnitude of Drew Allar as QB2 and the rise of Harrison Wallace III
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at the big news of the week as Penn State gets ready to kick off its 2022 season at Purdue on Thursday night. Topping the…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State-Purdue thoughts, Scott Frost’s future at Nebraska and Michigan’s Big Ten title push
PennLive David Jones and Dustin Hockensmith take a quick tour around the Big Ten and give their Penn State season predictions leading up to Thursday’s season…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
A Penn State freshman QB makes his move, Lions brace for Purdue pass attack
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders react to Penn State coach James Franklin's weekly news conference to jump-start Purdue week on this episode of…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State training camp updates, Beaver Stadium alcohol sales and a key position change
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Dustin Hockensmith break down the latest news from Penn State preseason camp, including more praise for the Lions’ freshman…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Can Sean Clifford pull a Kenny Pickett in his final season at Penn State?, must-win games for the Lions
PennLive's Johnny McGonigal and Bob Flounders discuss the upside of Penn State veteran QB Sean Clifford on this episode of the Blue-White Breakdown. McGonigal…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Underrated Lions, big questions and Joey Porter Jr.’s NFL future
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at a CBS Sports analyst who sees Penn State going from unranked to the top 10, plus key questions facing the Lions in 2022…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Training camp updates, Sean Clifford’s relationship with Mike Yurcich, takeaway kings
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at the latest from Penn State training camp, where quarterback Sean Clifford speaks highly of his relationship with OC Mike…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Breaking down the Big Ten’s media rights deal and the latest from James Franklin
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Dustin Hockensmith take a closer look at the Big Ten’s latest media rights deal and what James Franklin had to say about his…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State's strengths and weaknesses, plus Johnny McGonigal joins the PennLive Penn State beat
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders welcome Johnny McGonigal, the newest addition to PennLive's Penn State football coverage. The fellas also discuss Penn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Assessing the defensive end position, and are the Lions underrated in 2022?
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at Penn State’s defensive end group following the news of freshman Ken Talley hitting the transfer portal, plus a CBS…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Ken Talley hits the portal, Lions unranked (again) in preseason AP poll
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at a busy Monday in Penn State football with news of a freshman transfer and another poll that has the Lions unranked…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State news of the week: A big de-commitment, no national ranking, and media day takeaways
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Dustin Hockensmith take a closer look at Monday’s de-commitment from four-star edge rusher Tomarrion Parker, the Lions being…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
A closer look at Penn State's running game and Phil Trautwein, Lions missing from Coaches Poll, more
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders focus on Penn State's big offensive problem on heading into 2022 -- the running game -- on this episode of the…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: James Franklin, Manny Diaz update position battles, preseason camp on defense
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at what came out of Penn State’s media day as it relates to the Lions’ defense, from the middle linebacker job to the pass…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: James Franklin, Mike Yurcich update position battles, preseason camp on offense
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at what came out of Penn State’s media day as it relates to the Lions’ offense, from the offensive line to depth at wide…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State training camp topics (offense): Run game, QB play and O-line development
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith explores key topics to follow as the Penn State football program makes its early preparations for the 2022 season. Learn more…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: James Franklin’s thoughts on PJ Mustipher, his QBs and Chop Robinson
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at Penn State coach James Franklin’s most recent comments on his program, which kicked off preseason camp this week. Learn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Five big Penn State questions with Bob Flounders
PennLive's Bob Flounders answers five looming questions about Penn State’s 2022 football season, from Manny Diaz’s defense to Sean Clifford’s ceiling. Learn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State preseason camp questions, storylines and position battles to watch
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Dustin Hockensmith look at some of Penn State’s biggest questions to answer between now and the start of the 2022 season. Learn…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Breaking down the highs and lows of Big Ten Media Days, impressions of new Penn State AD Pat Kraft, PSU-Purdue thoughts
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss the key moments from Penn State's appearance at Big Ten Media Days on this episode of the Blue-White…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Big Ten Media Days preview, plus a look at where the Lions landed in the unofficial preseason B1G poll
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Dustin Hockensmith talk about what they want to hear from Penn State's contingent at Big Ten Media Days, the impact of Yazeed…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Keyvone Lee on the Doak Walker list and Lions who are central to the team’s success in 2022
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks at the Penn State football news of the day with thoughts on Keyvone Lee, Jahan Dotson and Mitchell Tinsley. Learn more…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Watch List season is here, plus Penn State players at Big Ten media days and a new five-star 2023 recruit
PennLive's Bob Flounders and Dustin Hockensmith talk about the latest in Penn State football, including three players on preseason watch lists and offensive…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: Recapping Penn State’s big recruiting week
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith looks back at a big week in Penn State recruiting with commitments from four-stars London Montgomery, Tony Rojas and Ta’Mere…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State talking points: J’ven Williams gets a ratings bump, how PSU landed Ta’Mere Robinson
PennLive's Dustin Hockensmith takes a closer look at Penn State’s recent commitment from four-star linebacker Ta’Mere Robinson and the newest five-star in the…
- Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Penn State set for Big Ten Media Days appearance, more offensive line concerns for PSU
PennLive's David Jones and Bob Flounders discuss Penn State's upcoming appearance at Big Ten Media Days next week in Indianapolis on this episode of the…