Episode 12 - #WeAre...Better (x5) + Luketa Interview

FromLions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

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Episode 12 - #WeAre...Better (x5) + Luketa Interview

FromLions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast

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Jul 18, 2017

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Released:

Jul 18, 2017

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Sean Fitz and Tyler Donohue of Lions247, part of the 247Sports network, go inside and give the latest on Penn State Nittany Lions football, recruiting and more - all things PSU.

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Episode 10 - Freshman arrive, dead period chatter: In Episode 10 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan discuss the freshmen that arrived over the weekend - talking best prospects and sleepers among the class of 2017, take a sneak peak at Michigan and what the Wolverines have c... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
35 min listen
Episode 4 - Coaches Caravan Recap + Q & A: In Episode 4 of the Lions247 Podcast, Lions247 Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan recap a couple Penn State Coaches Caravan stops, and also answer reader questions. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
26 min listen
Episode 2 - Spring review + Brandon Bell interview: In Episode 2 of the Lions247 Podcast, Lions247 Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan talk all things Penn State football as the Nittany Lions wrap up spring practice with a recap of the Blue White Game, plus an interview with former linebacker Brandon... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
25 min listen
2-0: Just Another Win, First 2019 Commit, Recruiting + Mailbag - Episode 21: After defeating Pitt, Sean and Andrew discuss Penn State head coach James Franklin's comments on equating the Pitt win to the Akron win, break down the good and the bad in Penn State's win over Pitt. talk about the recruiting weekend and new commit Kea... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
34 min listen
Episode 8 - Retro jerseys, camp preview + recruiting: In Episode 8 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan talk retro jerseys that were unveiled on Thursday (:15), preview Indiana - when those jerseys will be worn (5:00) - check in on the upcoming camp weekend (11:35), look at the ... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
35 min listen
Where's Sean? Andrew welcomes John McGonigal and Audrey Snyder to preview Northwestern - Episode 28: With Sean away, Andrew welcomes guest-hosts John McGonigal and Audrey Snyder to discuss the most interesting part of the Penn State season to date, Tweet and quote of the week, how will Penn State approach Northwestern RB Justin Jackson, will Trace McS... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
36 min listen
1-0: Penn State blanks Akron + recruiting - Episode 19: After Penn State's shutout victory, Sean and Andrew recap the 52-0 win over Akron, give out game balls, break down the film and more. Fitz goes in-depth on the latest Penn State recruiting efforts, and then the guys look ahead to the match up with Pitt... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
39 min listen
Episode 7 - Fields Decommits + Other Stuff: In Episode 7 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan talk Justin Fields' decommitment and other options, an early preview of Iowa, take questions on impact redshirt freshmen and facilities, and spotlight a couple Nittany Lions f... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
39 min listen
3-0: Georgia State shutout, Parsons/Oweh/Smith + mailbag - Episode 23: Following the shutout of Georgia State, Sean and Andrew recap the game, Fitz talks recruiting with updates on Micah Parsons, Jayson Oweh and his Tyreke Smith 247Sports Crystal Ball, the guys start looking ahead to Iowa and also answer mailbag questions. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
34 min listen
Episode 3 - NFL Draft + Drafting Current Penn State Roster: In Episode 3 of the Lions247 Podcast, Lions247 Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan recap the 2017 NFL Draft, the undrafted free agency period, and conduct a Penn State mock draft of the current Nittany Lions' roster. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
43 min listen
Best, worst case PSU season scenarios, Adam Taliaferro interview + camp standouts - Episode 16: Sean & Andrew dive deep into best and worse case scenarios for Penn State's season, go in-depth with an awesome Adam Taliaferro interview, discuss TJ Johnson's transfer and its impact, highlight three preseason camp standouts and finish out with some m... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
49 min listen
One-on-one with broadcaster Brandon Gaudin - Episode 50: With Sean on the sidelines, Andrew sits down with sportscaster Brandon Gaudin of the Big Ten Network, FS1, Westwood One and the Madden NFL video game to discuss Penn State and Gaudin's career. Hear about his meetings with Lions coaches and players, whe... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
66 min listen
Pitt "Rivalry," 2019 visitors, + predictions - Episode 20: Ahead of Pitt arriving at Beaver Stadium, Sean and Andrew talk the differing approach to the "rivalry" from each side, break down the 2019 visitors in for the weekend, preview Penn State and Pitt on both sides of the ball, introduce three key match-ups... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
42 min listen
Episode 6 - 2018 Recruiting, Satellite Camps + more: In Episode 6 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan recap Penn State's Class of 2018 recruiting and its movement with recent rankings changes, what is the benefit of satellite camps and camps in general as the camp season appro... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
33 min listen
Episode 9 - CAMP SZN: In Episode 9 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan recap of the big camp weekend, QB Recruiting, which players could outplay their recruiting rankings, Northwestern preview, and the mailbag talks offensive players on defense a... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
45 min listen
Episode 11 - Lasch Bash preview + The Opening: In Episode 11 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insider Sean Fitz talks Justin Shorter's five star status, gives a Lasch Bash preview, and catches up with 247Sports National Director of Recruiting Steve Wiltfong. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
18 min listen
Episode 1 - Blue White 2017 preview: Lions247 Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan talk all things Penn State football as the Nittany Lions head into the 2017 Blue-White Game. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
26 min listen
At the Shoe: In-Depth OSU Preview + 2019 QB Commit - Episode 33: As Penn State's biggest game of the season is nears, Sean and Andrew go in-depth on how the Nittany Lions can win in Columbus, talk about the newest Nittany Lion commitment, 2019 QB Ta'Quan Roberson,- break down the matchups, concepts and more against ... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
46 min listen
Epic Mike Mauti Interview, Georgia State + Recruiting Visitors - Episode 22: Sean and Andrew break down the upcoming game against Georgia State, look at the suddenly big recruiting weekend, explore the match-ups on Saturday and talk with Penn State legend Mike Mauti (17:20). by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
41 min listen
More Commits + Fall Camp Underway - Episode 14: Sean & Andrew go in-depth on Scruggs & Mustipher committing, discuss the beginning of fall camp and give initial impressions on who's standing out, talk about Penn State's Media Day, and answer a couple questions from the board. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
43 min listen
Fiesta, Fiesta! Full Washington preview - Episode 47: As the Nittany Lions finish up prep, Sean and Andrew break down the matchups that will decide the Fiesta Bowl, talk about how Penn State can move the ball against Washington's stout defense., see how the Nittany Lions can slow down the Huskies on defen... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
37 min listen
On to East Lansing, Barkley Heisman campaign + Parsons' Commitment Date - Episode 35: As the Nittany Lions head to Michigan State, Sean and Andrew talk Saquon Barkley's Heisman campaign, discuss Micah Parsons' upcoming announcement, break down Michigan State and the matchups that will determine the outcome on Saturday and take your ques... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
40 min listen
4-0: Iowut? Recap of Saturday's wild win, Saquon's ridiculous game + early Indiana preview - Episode 25: Did your blood pressure return to normal yet? Sean and Andrew put a wrap on Penn State's thrilling comeback win over Iowa, discuss just how good Saquon Barkley is, take a look at the matchup with Indiana and answer mailbag questions on Juwan Johnson, p... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
40 min listen
Episode 12 - #WeAre...Better (x5) + Luketa Interview: In Episode 12 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan recap the Lasch Bash, take a look at the new 2018 commits and talk which prospects Penn State helped themselves with at the Bash. Fitz has an interview with 2018 commit Jesse... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
42 min listen
Episode 5 - Mini Junior Day Roundup + Q & A: In Episode 5 of the Lions247 Podcast, Insiders Sean Fitz and Andrew Callahan recap Penn State's recent Mini-Junior Day, recruiting, and break down September's match-up with Pitt. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
34 min listen
First road test at Iowa, 2019 recruiting + mailbag - Episode 24: As Penn State travels to face Iowa, Sean and Andrew talk about the Nittany Lions' matchup with Iowa, explore the idea of using Saquon as a kick returner, talk 2019 recruiting approach, examine Penn State's run game and take mailbag questions. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
42 min listen
Did you know Saquon Barkley originally committed to Rutgers? + Mark Brennan - Episode 37: It's Rutgers week, where Sean and Andrew are back talking Penn State vs. themselves and the Scarlet Knights this week (0:10), Sean gives an update on recruiting, visitors, Nebraska weekend and Ricky Slade's senior tape (4:50), the guys re-align the Big... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
65 min listen
Thanksgiving, Penn State style - Maryland preview + recruiting - Episode 41: Just in time for your Thanksgiving travel, Sean and Andrew are back to break down Penn State's finale vs. Maryland, talk Micah Parsons and recruiting, revisit the Maryland/Penn State recruiting overlap from years past and take your Thanksgiving questio... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
41 min listen
6-0: Northwestern downed, running game deep dive, recruiting + bye week goals - Episode 29: Fitz is back, and the guys put a wrap on Penn State's 31-7 win over Northwestern, lend some insight on the Nittany Lions' issues in the running game through the first half of the season, take a quick peak at PSU's 2018 and 2019 recruiting, give their t... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
41 min listen
Penn State offense preview + bold predictions - Episode 17: It's game week! The guys examine Andrew's Scout Team article and talk about how those players help the team week in and week out, preview Penn State's offense and what the Nittany Lions can improve on this season, talk about the Saquon Barkley hype and... by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
32 min listen

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Penn State predictions for 2024 NFL Draft; Lions basketball continues building transfer class: The Penn State football program could produce its largest NFL draft class this century. Ahead of a three-day selection process, we share thoughts on PSU prospects and predict their initial league landing spots. Plus, former top-50 prospect and Tennessee guard Freddie Dilione is the basketball program's latest transfer pickup. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Penn State transfer portal movement; former Nittany Lions All-American Brandon Short joins show: The NCAA transfer portal is producing changes for both Penn State football and basketball. We review the latest feedback regarding the football's program's approach, then discuss a compelling hoops pickup. Blue-White Game recruiting impact is also in the spotlight. Then former Nittany Lions All-American linebacker and current Board of Trustees member Brandon Short joins us. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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What we learned from Penn State spring practices; KeAndre Lambert-Smith enters Transfer Portal: After finishing spring practices away from the program, Penn State receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith entered the Transfer Portal on Monday. It's a messy ending to a lengthy Nittany Lions career and creates new questions at that position. Plus, after breaking down the Blue-White Game with a Saturday podcast, we go in-depth on answers and questions from the spring practice schedule. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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2024 Blue-White Game Breakdown: Fresh out of Beaver Stadium, we're back to break down top takeaways from Penn State football's 2024 Blue-White Game. From top performers to key absences and postgame press conferences, we pack plenty into this episode by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Blue-White Game preview; Penn State adds four-star running back recruit: Penn State football action returns to Beaver Stadium on Saturday when spring practice wraps up with Blue-White Game action. What are we watching closely during the event, from a on-field and recruiting perspective? Plus, in-depth reaction to a long-distance commitment from Top247 running back recruit Alvin Henderson. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Updates from final week of spring football practice; Penn State recruiting and Crystal Ball talk: Fresh off our final look at Penn State spring practice before the Blue-White Game, we sort through updates from on-field action and interviews. Which players and topics are buzzing in discussions with players and coaches? Then the spotlight lands on Nittany Lions recruiting efforts, as national analyst Tom Loy joins us to discuss a new Crystal Ball commitment pick, quarterback prospects and targets across America. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Former Penn State All-American Carl Nassib joins show; What's next for Lions after missing on QB Matt Zollers?: Former Penn State All-America and history-making NFL player Carl Nassib joins the Lions247 Podcast to look back at his days as a Nittany Lion and focus on his Board of Trustees election campaign. Meanwhile, with top-ranked Pennsylvania QB Matt Zollers committing elsewhere, what's the plan for PSU at that position? Plus, we review some incoming recruiting visitors. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Penn State football transfers in focus as spring practice continues; latest intel on Nittany Lions recruiting: We detail our latest trip to the Penn State practice field, which featured interview sessions with head coach James Franklin, special teams coordinator Justin Lustig and a trio of transfer players in receiver Julian Fleming, cornerback Jalen Kimber and offensive tackle Nolan Rucci. Plus, the Nittany Lions are awaiting a key quarterback commitment announcement while staying busy with recruiting efforts. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Penn State football recruiting updates as another wave of visitors arrives: Penn State is prepared to host another impressive group of prospects on campus. We sort through some names to know before looking back at recruits who recently spent time in Happy Valley. Plus, the Nittany Lions continue to lock in official visits. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Penn State football storylines halfway through spring practice: Penn State is through seven of 15 spring practices and we're fresh off the field with feedback from coaches and players on a new edition of the Lions247 Podcast. We break down notable Nittany Lions storylines, including the acclimation of new defensive coordinator Tom Allen and Ohio State transfer Julian Fleming. Plus, position groups and young players warrant attention. by Lions247: A Penn State athletics Podcast
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Episode 12 - #WeAre...Better (x5) + Luketa Interview

Episode 12 - #WeAre...Better (x5) + Luketa Interview

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Titles in the series (100)

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