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Oregon just dropped 69 points on Oklahoma State, and the hype around the Ducks has Penn State fans on edge ahead of the upcoming Whiteout showdown in Beaver Stadium. Host Zach Seyko and recruiting expert Brian Smith break down why Dante Moore and Oregon’s weapons will test PSU, how the trenches could decide the game, and why Penn State still has an edge at home.We also cover a big recruiting win: defensive tackle Tavian Branch flips from Rutgers to Penn State, and why his film shows he’s more than just a run stuffer. Plus, the Nittany Lions are now in the mix for Elijah Haven, the No. 1 QB in the 2027 class, who will visit for the Whiteout. What does that mean for Penn State’s long-term QB board alongside Keegan Croucher?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!5-Hour ENERGYTee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit https://5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025.The Game CapGrab your team’s classic bar or retro circle designed hat and use code LOCKEDON for an exclusive discount. Head to Because legends wear The Game. Head to https://thegamecaps.comDoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.Mazda. Move and Be Moved.SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit https://www.supplyhouse.com/apply-for-trademaster to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.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.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarchmoney.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.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=100:00 – Oregon Scores 69 & Penn State Fans React01:54 – Dante Moore’s Growth & Oregon’s Offensive Firepower04:31 – Why Oregon Looks Like CFB’s Best Team (For Now)06:29 – Context: Oklahoma State’s Struggles & QB Injury08:30 – How Penn State vs Oregon Could Be Won in the Trenches10:29 – Oregon’s WR/Tight End Weapons vs PSU Secondary13:56 – Recruiting Win: DT Tavian Branch Commits to Penn State16:46 – Branch’s Fit at DT & Comparison to Alonzo Ford18:55 – How Deion Barnes Finds “Diamonds in the Rough”19:55 – Recruiting Spotlight: No. 1 QB Elijah Haven Visiting PSU23:55 – Haven vs Croucher: PSU’s 2027 QB Decision29:44 – Why PSU’s 2027 Class Could Be Special