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Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball

Zach Seyko, Locked On Podcast Network

Locked On Nittany Lions podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Hosted by Zach Seyko, Seven Mountains Media sports director and Penn State Tailgate Show host, the Locked On Nittany Lions podcast provides your daily Penn State Nittany Lions fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, national and local analysis, and coverage of all things Nittany Lions. From the

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00:24:58

Notre Dame Isn't Done?! And Now Michigan?! How Penn...

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2025/06/26

Penn State took some gut punches from Notre Dame — but that battle is over. Now Michigan is the new threat on the recruiting trail.In this episode, Zach Seyko breaks down:- How Michigan could land Marky Walbridge, Dorian Barney, and Travis Johnson- Why Carter Meadows is likely headed elsewhere — and what PSU’s NIL ceiling really is- Why 2026 isn’t a lost class, and how 2027 is already trending up- The impact of Pierce Petersohn’s commitment, and why Penn State is still Tight End U- A fiery rebuttal

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00:19:21

Penn State’s NEXT Tyler Warren? Meet 4-Star Commit...

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2025/06/26

Penn State just landed a commitment from a freak athlete who’s never played tight end — and they think he could be the next Tyler Warren. In this bonus episode, Zach Seyko breaks down what makes Pierce Petersohn so special, why Penn State took him as a tight end despite his QB background, and how the staff sees him as a high-ceiling, long-term project.Also covered: The Minnesota flip: how PSU won the battle, redshirt plans, weight gain goals, and Peterson’s timeline, a full update on PSU’s

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00:28:29

Why Penn State Wrestling Needs Bo Bassett to Commit

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2025/06/25

Bo Bassett is back on the market — and now Penn State is in the driver’s seat. In this episode, Zach Seyko explains why Coach Cael Sanderson absolutely wants Bo Bassett, why Iowa blew it, and how this commitment could anchor the Nittany Lions’ dynasty for the next decade. Also covered in this episode: Bassett’s ranking & fit in PSU’s style, the ripple effect for Melvin Miller and Keegan Bassett, why Iowa’s RTC structure and alleged coach friction led to the decommit, how Oklahoma State and Nebraska

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00:32:11

Bo Bassett Sweepstakes: Penn State MUST Win This...

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2025/06/24

Bo Bassett is back on the board — and now the three-team race is on between Penn State, Oklahoma State, and Nebraska.In this Locked On crossover episode, Zach Seyko and Cody Stovall break down: Why Bo’s decommitment from Iowa has sparked national debate, what really happened between the Bassett family and the Iowa staff, why this recruitment could change the trajectory of college wrestling for a decade, and how PSU, OSU, and Nebraska stack up both in roster fit and long-term RTC potential.Also

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00:26:54

Notre Dame Sweeps Penn State in Recruiting! — Here’s...

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2025/06/23

Penn State football just suffered a recruiting gut punch — losing four top 2026 prospects, including Joey O’Brien, Khary Adams, Luke Wafle, and Grayson McKeogh. Three went to Notre Dame. One went to USC. So… what happened? In this episode, host Zach Seyko breaks down why Penn State was never really in it for O’Brien, how NIL shaped the outcome for Wafle and McKeogh, why this is less about a "collapse" and more about roster strategy, and how James Franklin’s staff is all-in on winning a national

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00:20:18

BREAKING: Bo Bassett Decommits from Iowa — Penn State...

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2025/06/23

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00:31:26

Penn State Wrestling Should REDSHIRT Elite Commits?!...

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2025/06/20

Penn State has three generational wrestlers — PJ Duke, Marcus Blaze, and Masanosuke Ono — entering the program… and nowhere to start them.In this episode, Zach Seyko and Jeff Byers debate whether all three should redshirt in 2025 and break down how Cael Sanderson might manage a stacked Nittany Lions lineup without losing key pieces to the transfer portal.Also: Why Tyler Kasak vs PJ Duke might be the toughest call yet... Ono’s eligibility issue and how Penn State could win more than 1 year of

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00:28:11

Big 10 SQUAD - How ANOTHER CFP Change Impacts Penn...

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2025/06/19

College Football Playoff negotiations hit a snag. Will the 2026 format be decided before kickoff?Hosts dissect the ongoing CFP debates, exploring potential impacts on conference championships and automatic qualifiers. The conversation shifts to June's recruiting frenzy, with updates on Ohio State's methodical approach and UCLA's surprising Florida pipeline. Nebraska's 2025 win total predictions take center stage, as the panel analyzes the Cornhuskers' favorable schedule and potential for a breakout

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00:29:58

Penn State Battling Oregon for 5-star Prospect! —...

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2025/06/19

🔥 Penn State and Oregon are already trading blows — on the recruiting trail and in early-season hype. In this Locked On Nittany Lions x Locked On Ducks crossover, Zach Seyko and Spencer McLaughlin break down:- The 3-team battle for 5⭐ OT Immanuel Iheanacho- How Oregon’s Evan Stewart injury changes the Penn State matchup- A.J. Harris vs Oregon’s WRs: Can PSU’s DBs hold up against elite speed?- Why Penn State’s early-season identity could give them a major edge- And the Drew Allar vs Dante Moore

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00:17:57

TWO Five-Star Prospects Commit... Penn State Hockey’s...

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2025/06/18

Penn State men’s hockey is building something special — and it just got even bigger.Host Zach Seyko and PSU hockey color commentator Eric Ohlson react to the commitments of Jackson Smith and Pierce Mbuyi, two elite NHL prospects who signal a seismic shift in Penn State’s recruiting ceiling. Jackson Smith, a projected top-15 NHL Draft pick, joins the Nittany Lions this season and instantly boosts an already dominant blue line. Pierce Mbuyi — the OHL’s Rookie of the Year — joins next year and brings

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00:29:15

CHAOS?! Recruiting expert reacts to ROUGH intel for...

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2025/06/18

Penn State football is on the verge of losing four of its top 2026 targets — and the timing couldn’t be worse.Zach Seyko and Brian Smith break down how Penn State went from leader to longshot for Joey O’Brien, Khary Adams, Luke Wafle, and Grayson McKeogh, with Notre Dame suddenly poised to sweep them all. What changed? Why is USC suddenly involved? And how much of this is fixable?This crossover episode dives deep into Penn State’s recruiting strategy, NIL challenges, and why a doomsday scenario

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00:34:02

4-Time Champs?! Penn State Wrestling Commits PJ Duke...

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2025/06/17

Can Penn State actually start PJ Duke, Marcus Blaze, and Masanosuke Ono in the same lineup this season? And should they?In this episode, Zach Seyko and Nick Kosko break down Duke’s shocking Final X pin of 4x NCAA champ Yanni Diakomihalis, Blaze’s dominance at 65kg, and how Cael Sanderson can navigate a roster overflowing with All-American talent.Also:Should Tyler Kasak redshirt?Will Ono be granted more than one year of NCAA eligibility?And is Kyle Dake’s run as a top U.S. wrestler officially

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00:24:38

Penn State Lands Elite Pass Rusher in Elijah...

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2025/06/17

Penn State has landed a high-upside 4-star linebacker in Elijah Littlejohn — but what kind of player are the Nittany Lions really getting? On today’s Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko breaks down Littlejohn’s pass-rushing prowess, where he fits in Jim Knowles’ system, and how he compares to other 2026 linebacker commits. Plus, is Penn State finished at linebacker? And what’s going wrong on the defensive line recruiting front? With just two DTs committed and no edge rushers, Deion Barnes has his

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00:31:34

Meet Penn State Wrestling’s Next Superstar PJ Duke! —...

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2025/06/15

You just watched the next face of Penn State wrestling — and his name is PJ Duke.In this jam-packed recap of Final X, Zach Seyko breaks down Duke’s shocking comeback against 4x NCAA champ Yanni Diakomihalis, why Marcus Blaze's domination of Brock Hardy matters, and how Masanosuke Ono, Braeden Davis, and Aaron Nagao all factor into the most competitive Penn State lineup battle we’ve ever seen.Plus, what’s next for stars like Levi Haines, Mitchell Mesenbrink, Josh Barr, and Luke Lilledahl? And is it

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00:32:31

From Frozen Four to Juggernaut... Penn State’s Hockey...

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2025/06/14

Penn State men's hockey is in uncharted territory — and that’s a great thing. After a Frozen Four appearance and growing national credibility, the Nittany Lions are now strongly linked to four elite NHL prospects: Gavin McKenna, Porter Martone, Michael Misa, and Jackson Smith.Zach Seyko is joined by PSU hockey broadcaster Eric Ohlson to break down why Penn State has become a serious contender for blue-chip CHL talent, how NIL is not the only factor, and why this momentum is years in the making. They

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00:30:39

Penn State’s Recruiting Class Could Skyrocket Soon —...

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2025/06/13

Penn State football enters a pivotal official visit weekend with its 2026 recruiting class hanging in the balance. In this episode, Zach Seyko and Brian Smith preview the most important visitors — including 5-star offensive tackle Immanuel Iheanacho, potential running back target Brian Bonner, and top defensive lineman Luke Wafle.Zach breaks down why Penn State’s pitch may be stronger than LSU or Oregon’s — despite NIL gaps — and which current commits and under-the-radar players (like Terry Wiggins,

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00:33:03

$20M Boost?! What the NCAA vs. House Settlement Means...

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2025/06/12

College football's landscape shifts dramatically with NCAA's game-changing settlement. Will player payments reshape team dynamics and recruiting strategies across the Big Ten? Hosts dissect the settlement's far-reaching implications, from potential roster size changes to the evolving role of NIL collectives. The conversation heats up with bold predictions for the upcoming season. Big Ten insiders Spencer McLaughlin and Craig Shemon offer unique perspectives on how top programs might adapt to these

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00:40:50

This Penn State Wrestling Lineup is LOADED With Title...

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2025/06/12

Penn State Wrestling’s 2025-26 lineup isn’t just good — it might be the best college wrestling team ever assembled. Host Zach Seyko and the voice of Penn State Wrestling, Jeff Byers, break down the projected starting lineup and explain why 7–8 NCAA finalists isn’t just possible — it might be expected.Then, they dive into the Final X matchups featuring PSU stars and Nittany Lion Wrestling Club members:Can Luke Lilledahl upset Spencer Lee?Will PJ Duke push Yianni Diakomihalis to three matches?Does

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00:32:57

College Football Just Changed Forever — What It Means...

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2025/06/11

The House settlement is official — and it’s great news for Penn State. Zach Seyko is joined by the Voice of Penn State Football, Steve Jones, to break down the impact of this groundbreaking revenue-sharing model on the Nittany Lions.From NIL and roster caps to future scholarships and private equity concerns, they cover it all. Will Penn State benefit from the new model? What’s the danger of allowing outside investors to fund athletic departments? And how will all this shape the future of college

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00:32:00

Is Penn State Football SETTLING for 3-Star Recruits?...

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2025/06/10

Is Penn State football really settling by taking so many 3-star recruits in the 2026 class? Or is James Franklin and his staff playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers? In this episode of Locked On Nittany Lions, Zach Seyko explains why Penn State’s coaching staff evaluates talent differently from On3 and 247, and why star ratings are often misleading. Plus, we react to Penn State’s #2 national ranking for defensive line groups — fair or overrated?Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to

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