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Which Big Ten football coordinators will shape CFP contenders, bowl teams?
1 month ago

Which Big Ten football coordinators will shape CFP contenders, bowl teams?

New York Times  

The Big Ten entered the season with nine new offensive coordinators and eight new defensive coordinators sprinkled throughout the league. GO DEEPER Oregon is the class of the Big Ten and a beacon for all realignment newcomers Ohio State: Jim Knowles, defensive coordinator The Buckeyes’ defensive stats are great. The Buckeyes defense has been good in Knowles’ three seasons at …

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Pribula’s versatile nature gives No. 4 Penn State more options for offense down the stretch
1 month, 1 week ago

Pribula’s versatile nature gives No. 4 Penn State more options for offense down the stretch

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — It’s too chilly in Happy Valley for shirtless strolls around the practice field, but Beau Pribula and Andy Kotelnicki continue to bond even as those walks come to an end. How much Pribula is the right amount and how should Penn State …

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Tyler Warren's Versatile Touch: Penn State Tight End's Unique Skillset Takes Center Stage in AP Poll
2 months ago

Tyler Warren's Versatile Touch: Penn State Tight End's Unique Skillset Takes Center Stage in AP Poll

Associated Press  

Penn State's tight end Tyler Warren has shown incredible versatility this season, lining up in nine different spots and making plays in seven different ways. He leads the team in catches, yards, and touchdowns, and is on pace to surpass Georgia tight end Brock Bowers's record. Warren's unique ability to touch the ball in nearly any phase makes him one …

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No. 8 Penn State hoping new offensive coordinator can help QB Drew Allar cut loose
4 months ago

No. 8 Penn State hoping new offensive coordinator can help QB Drew Allar cut loose

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Before Andy Kotelnicki became Penn State’s offensive coordinator, he admittedly didn’t know much about Drew Allar. “His want to get better and grow is next-level, it’s second to none that I’ve worked with.” It’s up to Kotelnicki — the program’s third offensive …

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Can Drew Allar, Julian Fleming break out in Penn State’s new offense with Andy Kotelnicki?
10 months ago

Can Drew Allar, Julian Fleming break out in Penn State’s new offense with Andy Kotelnicki?

New York Times  

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Before Julian Fleming went public and announced his transfer to Penn State in January, the wide receiver let Drew Allar in on his plans. During Fleming’s visit to Penn State, they exchanged phone numbers, part of “normal recruiting stuff” as Allar put it. “He’s just a very dynamic receiver and personality.” The connection between Allar and …

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Penn State hires former Indiana coach Tom Allen to be defensive coordinator
1 year ago

Penn State hires former Indiana coach Tom Allen to be defensive coordinator

New York Times  

Penn State named former Indiana head coach Tom Allen its new defensive coordinator Tuesday. Penn State’s defense led the FBS in yards per play allowed this season under Manny Diaz, who left to become the Duke head coach. Penn State’s defense finished the regular season first in total defense, a mark that Franklin said realistically will be challenging for the …

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James Franklin, Penn State reflect on coaching changes, NFL decisions, Peach Bowl and more
1 year ago

James Franklin, Penn State reflect on coaching changes, NFL decisions, Peach Bowl and more

New York Times  

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — James Franklin has been dining in prospects’ homes, coaching his current roster and trying to put the finishing touches on the Nittany Lions’ 2024 recruiting class. “I’m gonna give you the elevator pitch on what we want to do offensively,” Kotelnicki said Friday, his first time meeting with the media. “Obviously someone who’s got extensive defensive …

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Inside Andy Kotelnicki’s path to Penn State: What does the new OC bring to Nittany Lions?
1 year ago

Inside Andy Kotelnicki’s path to Penn State: What does the new OC bring to Nittany Lions?

New York Times  

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — When Andy Kotelnicki posed the question to his Division III University of Wisconsin-Whitewater quarterbacks, they were unsure how to respond. The guys loved that.” Once players understood the messaging from Kotelnicki, hired Dec. 1 from Kansas as Penn State’s offensive coordinator, they were reminded of the two characters all the time. “He used to always tell …

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Ole Miss to face Penn State in SEC-Big Ten Peach Bowl matchup of 10-2 teams
1 year ago

Ole Miss to face Penn State in SEC-Big Ten Peach Bowl matchup of 10-2 teams

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! 10 Penn State in the Dec. 30 Peach Bowl, giving the Rebels their second New Year’s Six bowl berth in the last three seasons. “It’s also pretty cool that Penn State has never played in the Peach Bowl,” coach James Franklin said Sunday. BAKER STICKING AROUND …

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How Kansas football coach Matt Lubick found strength in marathon running to battle cancer
1 year, 1 month ago

How Kansas football coach Matt Lubick found strength in marathon running to battle cancer

New York Times  

In April 2022, college football coach Matt Lubick fulfilled a decade-long dream of running the Boston Marathon. “Lance is really a great CEO and lets his coaches’ coach,” Lubick told The Athletic. Lance’s leadership skills are amazing, and his staff is second to none.” In summer 2022 when Lubick came back from Kansas, he felt “off.” His mother convinced him …

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