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Penn State Nittany Lions chase big-name head coaches with Kalen DeBoer and Lincoln Riley atop their wish list. Can Penn State land its “big fish” or will Bob Chesney or a surprise candidate step in to lead the program’s future? The coaching search sparks debate over fit, recruiting prowess, and NIL resources, as fan opinions swirl regarding Terry Smith’s interim job and Jim Knowles’ embattled defense.Zach Seyko analyzes Penn State’s near-upset against Rutgers, the team’s bowl game outlook—potentially versus Pitt or Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl—and how Pat Kraft’s high-stakes decisions shape the roster and coaching direction. Insights cover Lincoln Riley’s résumé, Kaylin DeBoer’s Alabama situation, and insider updates on trending coaching candidates. With the college football carousel heating up and fan emotions running high, can Penn State secure a leader to ignite the next chapter?Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Omaha SteaksSave big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale.And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at checkout.WayfairDon’t miss out on early Black Friday deals.Head to https://Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday sale for up to 70% off. Sale ends December 7th.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollegeFollow the show on X!https://x.com/LockedOnNittanyhttps://x.com/zach\_seyko#lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #footballKey words:penn statepenn state nittany lionspenn state footballpenn state schedulepenn state universitypenn state football schedulepenn state basketballpenn state gamepenn state ohio statepenn state michiganpenn state wrestlingpenn state scorepenn state newspenn state rosterpenn state football newspenn state football gamecollege footballpenn state recruitingpenn state football recruitingpenn state football todaypsu footballjames franklinandy kotelnickijim knowlesdrew allarmike rhoadescael sandersonjames franklin press conferencemike rhoades press conferencecael sanderson press conferenceRemember to subscribe... https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=10:00 Intro – The Future of Penn State Football1:30 Kalen DeBoer or Lincoln Riley? The Latest Updates4:00 Why Penn State Told Bob Chesney “No”6:00 Live Chat Reactions: Fans Sound Off on the Search9:00 Terry Smith Out: What’s Next for Him?13:30 Why DeBoer Still Fits Penn State — If Alabama Lets Go17:00 Lincoln Riley: The Backup Plan or a Real Option?20:30 Live Reaction: Iron Bowl and USC–UCLA Updates26:00 Bowl Projection: Penn State vs. Pitt or Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl32:00 NIL, Recruiting, and Why Penn State Needs a Football Coach (Not a CEO)37:00 The Truth About Firing James Franklin45:00 Fan Q&A: Jim Knowles, Terry Smith, and the Coaching Market57:00 Final Thoughts – DeBoer, Riley, or Bust for Penn State1:11:00 Sign-Off – “We Are” & Thanksgiving Gratitude Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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