Does Penn State need to schedule Pitt ever again? Zach Seyko and Joe Smeltzer say absolutely not — and explain why the rivalry is outdated, irrelevant, and unnecessary for a national brand like PSU.Then, they break down Penn State’s biggest potential trap games for 2025, including dangerous matchups at Iowa, UCLA, and East Lansing. Even with national title aspirations, the Nittany Lions can’t afford to overlook anyone.Plus, the debate over noon kickoffs vs. primetime rages on. Do early games ruin the atmosphere in Beaver Stadium? Should fans just accept FOX’s strategy? This episode dives into all of it.Check out Joe's work!Joe on X: https://x.com/joesmeltzer775Nittany Sports Now: https://nittanysportsnow.com/author/jsmeltzer/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!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.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 – Intro: Pitt Is Not a Rival Anymore01:30 – Why Penn State Gains Nothing by Playing Pitt04:00 – What Makes a Real Rivalry? (Spoiler: Pitt Isn’t It)06:30 – PSU’s National Brand Makes Pitt Irrelevant09:00 – Why PSU Fans Should Stop Wanting Pitt Back12:30 – Noon Kickoffs: Blessing or Curse?14:00 – FOX’s Ratings Strategy & Why Night Games Are Better17:00 – Trap Games: The Schedule’s Sneaky Landmines19:00 – UCLA After Oregon = Danger Zone?21:00 – Don’t Sleep on Nebraska, Indiana, Michigan State23:00 – Why Iowa at Night = Nightmare Fuel27:00 – Kinnick Curse? Or Just History?28:30 – Final Thoughts + Wrap-Up

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