PRESSURE: James Franklin's Make-or-Break Season | Can Penn State FINALLY Win BIG in 2025?

PENN STATE's 2025 season: Championship or bust? James Franklin faces mounting pressure to deliver a national title.We break down the Nittany Lions' championship aspirations, analyzing their stacked roster led by Drew Allar, Nick Singleton, and Kaytron Allen. Our in-depth discussion covers the impact of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles and the expanded playoffs on Penn State's title hopes. We also dive into Big Ten recruiting updates, highlighting key commits for Indiana, Minnesota, and Michigan.USA Today's sleeper picks for the national championship grab our attention, with MICHIGAN football as the lone Big Ten representative. We explore the Wolverines' potential and touch on the ongoing NCAA investigation into their program. Our Tuesday Tweets segment rounds out the show with fan-made stadium models, Nebraska football's promotional activities, and Ohio State recruiting news.Join us for expert analysis on PENN STATE's path to glory and the latest Big Ten football developments. Will the Nittany Lions finally claim their long-awaited national title?Twitter/X:  https://twitter.com/talkbig10Website & Merch: https://talkbig10.com Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧  https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-big-10/ 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!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 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)#collegefootball #PennStateFootball #JamesFranklin #drewallar #collegefootballplayoff #bigten #indianafootball #cignetti Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.