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On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap an emotional weekend in State College and what went into the Ohio State matchup. The guys get analytical and discuss key moments in the game from the pick six, the end of half INT, how the second half played out and more. They talk through Penn State's opportunity to right all wrongs and finish strong in the final 4 regular season games and host a playoff game in Beaver Stadium. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:42-OSU Recap 38:00-Defensive Performance 43:00-Ziebart Play Of The Week 44:47-Offensive Performance 50:48-Officiating 56:00-Final Four Games

Penn State Football alumni Landon Tengwall joins The Lion's Den hosts Aeneas Hawkins &.D'Von J-Thomas on today's episode. Tengwall goes in depth on the PSU Offensive Line & how an unproven unit has come together and played great football. The guys preview the keys to a big time matchup against Ohio State and tell stories from their time as teammates in State College. Shop officially licensed Penn State apparel at The Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 02:35-PSU Practice 10:33-Offensive Line 17:30-Winter Workouts 26:24-Ohio State Preview

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap a gutsy team win on the road in Madison. The guys talk through the PSU offense and how this unit is championship caliber heading into November. Preview the keys to the biggest game of the season vs Ohio State - protect the quarterback, establish the run & grind out a top 5 win at home. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ ⁠Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: ⁠https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0⁠ FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:50-Around CFB 08:12-Wisconsin Recap 13:48-PSU Offense 15:47-Defense Played Great 25:38-Ziebart DPOW 29:15-Ohio State Preview

Penn State Wide Receiver Julian Fleming joins teammate D'Von J-Thomas and host Aeneas Hawkins on today's episode of The Lion's Den presented by The Family Clothesline. Fleming opens up on his career at Ohio State - arriving as a five star recruit, battling through adversity and what he learned along the way. The guys talk through Julian's decision to come to Penn State and what he was looking for out of the transfer portal. Learn why Fleming loves playing in Coach K's offense and how he has gone about establishing himself as a leader and gaining the trust of his teammates in a short time frame in State College. Shop officially licensed Penn State apparel at The Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 02:24-USC Moments 03:48-Block Out The Noise 08:44-Why Penn State 10:57-Impacting The Team 13:51-Ohio State 15:39-Coach K 19:19-Penn State Offense 24:47-Maintaining Focus 29:50-Favorite Tattoos 31:15-Faith Life 32:26-Advice For Young WR

Penn State Kicker Ryan Barker joins teammate D'Von J-Thomas on today's episode of The Lion's Den presented by The Family Clothesline. Barker talks through special teams at Penn State and his journey switching from soccer to becoming a Big Ten Kicker. Stepping up when his team needed him the most, he discusses the big moment at USC and what went into visualizing himself making that kick before they ever started the game. Shop officially licensed Penn State apparel at The Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap the fight & finish the team showed in their road win at USC. Hackenberg & Bell discuss the big moments from Drew Allar, Julian Fleming & the rest of the Penn State offense finding a way to score on the final drive of regulation. The guys evaluate the Nittany Lion defense and highlight the level of confidence that win will give the entire team. We've got answers to all your mailbag questions as Penn State finds a way to get to 6-0 and prepares for the back half of the season as a top 5 team. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company.For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:06-Around CFB 14:45-Statement Win 19:42-PSU Defense 25:48-Ziebart Defensive Play Of The Week 29:52-PSU Offense 36:19-Looking Ahead 47:36-Mailbag

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap getting to 2-0 in Big Ten play and preview a west coast road trip to visit USC. Hackenberg & Bell discuss the performance of Penn State's defense and only giving up 10 points in 2 weeks from the first unit. The guys talk through how Penn State will be focused on getting their rushing attack reestablished after a slower game vs USC, as its proven over time the run game travels. The meat of the Big Ten schedule is here and USC is the best team Penn State has seen thus far. Get ready for CFB week 7 and Penn State's first road game since week 1 on The Pocket. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/ ⁠Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company.For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:52-Around CFB 10:53-Reaction To UCLA Game 18:41-PSU Defense 22:19-Offensive Identity 30:50-Defensive Play Of The Week 34:00-First Big Ten Road Test 41:50-Mailbag

Penn State QB1 Drew Allar joins teammate Dvon J-Thomas and The Lion's Den host Aeneas Hawkins in today's exclusive interview. Allar discusses the PSU offense becoming more explosive and how he's improved his footwork, ball placement & confidence this season. The guys talk through the playmakers who have stepped up offensively and how much fun it's been on a team who plays for each other. Iron sharpens iron - Allar gives insight into how the offensive and defensive units continue to make each other better. Shop officially licensed Penn State apparel at The Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 03:37-Offensive Confidence 06:13-Playmakers 10:15-Lofty Expectations 11:56-Coach Kotelnicki 12:56-Using Legs More 14:43-On Campus Popularity 18:10-NIL Era 20:43-Model Your Game 22:45-PSU QB Room 26:35-Top 3 Pregame Songs 28:43-Areas Of Improvement 33:08-Playing For Eachother 33:56-PSU Defense 36:51-Coach Franklin 40:17-Funniest Person On Offense 41:10-Advice For Young QBs

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap getting to 1-0 in Big Ten play and how everything this Penn State team wants is there for the taking. Hackenberg & Bell discuss the electric atmosphere in Beaver stadium against Illinois and the importance of how strong they finished the game defensively. The guys talk talk through the high level of success of the PSU rushing attack has seen, how effective their new scheme has been offensively and Drew Allar taking a major step forward in overall consistency. Get ready for CFB week 6 and Penn State's home matchup with UCLA on The Pocket. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 05:08-Vibe Check 09:00-Defensive Recap 17:18-Ziebart Defensive Play Of The Week 25:25-Offensive Recap 36:10-Around CFB 45:51-UCLA Preview

Penn State star tight end Tyler Warren joins teammate Dvon J-Thomas and The Lion's Den host Aeneas Hawkins in today's exclusive interview. Warren talks through his touchdown pass and how the offense has taken a step forward in 2024. He discusses how taking pride in blocking is what sets you apart as a tight end, and the history of the PSU tight end room. The guys talk through how being a star high school quarterback, basketball & baseball player developed movement skills and prepared him to become one of the best tight ends in all of college football. NIL jerseys are LIVE this homecoming weekend! Get all your Penn State apparel needs with The Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 02:48-First Three Games 04:47-Playmakers Stepping Up 05:37-PSU Tight Ends 10:06-Warrens Diversity 13:11-Touchdown Pass 15:49-One Hand Catch 16:56-Illinois Preview 23:17-Oklahoma Drill Vs PSU Staff

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap another win and preview the first Big Ten opportunity for Penn State Football at home vs Illinois. Hackenberg & Bell discuss where the Nittany Lions stand in the conference power rankings towards the end of September. Get ready for an unofficial whiteout homecoming weekend in State College on The Pocket. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ⁠► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 04:07-Around CFB 16:43-Kent State Win 28:49-Ziebart Defensive Play Of The Week 31:34-WHITE OUT ENERGY vs Illinois

Penn State wide receiver Omari Evans joins teammate Dvon J-Thomas and The Lion's Den host Aeneas Hawkins in today's exclusive interview. Becoming more and more involved in the offense, Evans discusses the lofty expectations for PSU in 2024 and the improvements from the WR room in 2024. The guys talk top 5 receivers in the NFL and who is the toughest corner to go up against in practice in recent years at PSU. Player NIL jerseys are LIVE at The Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 02:22-Quiet Assassin 02:57-WR Room Improvements 04:36-TX HS Football 06:53-Model Your Game 08:33-Drew Allar 09:34-Best PSU Corner 12:05-Whats Your Why 13:07-Growing Up 14:10-2024 Offense 16:40-Gameday Drip 18:17-Define Your Game 18:48-Lofty Expectations 19:26-Top 5 NFL Recievers 20:43-Long Term Goals

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell preview the next opportunity for Penn State Football at home vs Kent State. Hackenberg & Bell outline the keys to another PSU victory and what improvements to look for coming off the bye. The guys break down the landscape of college football and overview the Big 10 after 3 full weeks of the 2024 season. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW THE POCKET HERE: ► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-media/id1704928503⁠ ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/04UMHLv44cNd5N1ds4za2C?si=1d94f318afa3421c⁠ FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 04:12-Around College Football 22:22-Moving On To Kent State 30:56-Post Bye Week Improvements

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell are joined by Allie Berube from ABC 27 Harrisburg to recap a close call Penn State victory vs Bowling Green. They share their thoughts on Penn State's first half defense, overcoming adversity in the second half, explosive run game, and finding a way to secure a win in a crazy week of college football. Hackenberg & Bell discuss what the bye week will look like for Penn State - a heavy dose of player leadership and cleaning up the little things. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/ ⁠Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ Pour The Roar with Hidden Still's Blue & White bourbon. A percentage of all proceeds go directly to Penn State NIL through Happy Valley United. Visit Hidden Still for the perfect gameday drink: https://www.hiddenstillspirits.com/shop-online#!/Blue-&-White-Straight-Bourbon-Whiskey/p/658177276/category=0 FOLLOW THE POCKET HERE: ► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-media/id1704928503⁠ ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/04UMHLv44cNd5N1ds4za2C?si=1d94f318afa3421c⁠FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company.For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS: 00:00-Intro 02:38-Week 2 CFB 10:42-Allie Berube BGSU Recap 27:45-Defensive Takeaways 33:45-Ziebart Defensive Play Of The Week 37:25-Offensive Takeaways 43:58-Bye Week Preparation

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell recap a statement win by Penn State in week one. The guys share their thoughts on Penn State's offensive aggression, depth of the Nittany Lion defense, and taking care of business at home vs Bowling Green. Shop official Penn State clothing & merchandise at The Family Clothesline. Visit ⁠https://www.pennstateclothes.com/⁠ Get back that new car look at feel at Ziebart. Visit ⁠https://www.ziebart.com/⁠ FOLLOW THE POCKET HERE: ► APPLE | ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-media/id1704928503⁠ ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/04UMHLv44cNd5N1ds4za2C?si=1d94f318afa3421c⁠ FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠ ► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠ ► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠ ► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSUsub_confirmation=1⁠ The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 03:27-CFB Week One 10:46-WVU Recap 22:06-Drew Allar 28:47-PSU Defense 38:49-Defensive Play Of Week 44:37-Bowling Green

Penn State safety KJ Winston joins Brandon Bell and Jason Cabinda on episode 15 of the State Media Lettermen Series. KJ shares some insight on how Penn State's defense is reloading after losing several players last season, his personal adjustment to Tom Allen's system, the differences between Tom Allen and Manny Diaz, 2024 season outlook, and much much more. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar Get all your Penn State apparel needs with Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com This interview is presented by UTZ: https://www.utzsnacks.com/collections/mixed-minis-new-items GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE THEPOCKET15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/THEPOCKET15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:32-DMV Football 02:15-Reloading on Defense 03:05-KJ’s Standard  04:10-Adjusting to Tom Allen’s System 05:38-Manny Diaz vs. Tom Allen 06:29-Expectations

Penn State coach Anthony Poindexter joins Christian Hackenberg and Trace McSorley on episode 14 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Coach Poindexter shares some insights on Tom Allen's defensive scheme, what fans can expect from the safeties room, and why Penn State is embracing an "underdog mentality" for the 2024 college football season. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar Get all your Penn State apparel needs with Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com This interview is presented by UTZ: https://www.utzsnacks.com/collections/mixed-minis-new-items GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE THEPOCKET15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/THEPOCKET15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:56-Catching Up 02:29-Hack and Dex’s Relationship 03:10-Adjusting to Penn State 03:52-Tom Allen’s Scheme 04:37-Developing the Safeties Room 05:41-Evaluating Players  07:53-Handling Expectations & Spring Ball Takeaways  09:20-Identifying Penn State’s Leaders 10:55-Coach Kotelnicki

Penn State coaches Terry Smith and Deion Barnes join Jason Cabinda and Brandon Bell on episode 13 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Together, Terry Smith and Deion Barnes share some insight on how Penn State and Coach Franklin are navigating NIL in the locker room, along with transfer portal culture. The guys also discuss Penn State's defense heading into the 2024 season and what adjustments the unit needs to make in order to maintain their elite status. Finally, the guys explain their unique coaching philosophies and discuss what it's like coaching for James Franklin.  *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar Get all your Penn State apparel needs with Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com This interview is presented by UTZ: https://www.utzsnacks.com/collections/mixed-minis-new-items GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE THEPOCKET15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/THEPOCKET15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:40-Catching Up 01:58-Managing NIL 02:56-Recruiting PA Guys 04:31-Recruiting  05:55-Culture 08:32-James Franklin 09:32-Coaching Philosophies  12:25-Defensive Outlook for 2024

On today's new episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell break down the latest headlines across Penn State and college football. The guys share their thoughts on Penn State's $700M dollar renovation plan for Beaver Stadium, the $2.8M NCAA settlement, and much much more. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo POCKET at https://www.ShopMando.com The best swim trunks in town. Get 20% off @chubbies with the code POCKET at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/pocket Get 50% off your order with code pocket50 at https://factormeals.com/pocket50 Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE THEPOCKET15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/THEPOCKET15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall FOLLOW THE POCKET HERE: ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-media/id1704928503 ► SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/04UMHLv44cNd5N1ds4za2C?si=1d94f318afa3421c FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 The Pocket is co-hosted by former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell and is presented by The College Sports Company. For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:52-Catching Up 02:48-Beaver Stadium Renovations  19:10-NCAA Settlement  27:09-Message to Fans

Penn State linebacker Dom Deluca joins Jason Cabinda and Brandon Bell on episode 12 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Dom Deluca opens up about his journey as a walk-on at Penn State, some of the key differences between Manny Diaz and Tom Allen, and gives fans some insight into what they can expect from Penn State's defense in 2024. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar Get all your Penn State apparel needs with Family Clothesline: https://www.pennstateclothes.com This interview is presented by UTZ: https://www.utzsnacks.com/collections/mixed-minis-new-items GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE THEPOCKET15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/THEPOCKET15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1 For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: ads@collegesportsco.com CHAPTERS 00:00-Intro 01:40-Catching Up 02:05-Dom’s Motivation  02:49-Mindset  03:50-Tom Allen 04:07-LBU 05:01-Diaz vs Allen 05:39-LB Room 07:55-Number 0 08:47-Expectations