Is Penn State Football Broke? NIL Struggles Raising Big Questions
Is Penn State Football Broke? NIL Struggles Raising Big Questions  
Podcast: Menace2Sports with Zach Smith
Published On: Tue Jul 08 2025
Description: 💰 Is Penn State Football Falling Behind Financially? NIL Concerns Raising Red Flags 🔥 As the NIL (Name, Image & Likeness) era reshapes college football, Penn State Football may be in serious trouble. Reports and insider buzz suggest the program is not paying its players as competitively as other top schools, leading to growing concerns about recruiting, retention, and long-term success in the Big Ten and beyond. In this episode, we break down: What we're hearing about Penn State's current NIL situation Why James Franklin's program could be losing ground to schools like Ohio State, Michigan, and Texas How NIL collectives and donor funding are impacting player decisions The effect this could have on Penn State's 2025 recruiting class and transfer portal strategy What needs to happen for Penn State to stay competitive in the new era of college football If you're a Penn State fan, a Big Ten follower, or tracking the real impact of NIL on major programs, this episode gives you the full picture of what's happening behind the scenes in Happy Valley. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for CFB updates, NIL breakdowns & Penn State recruiting coverage 👍 LIKE if you think Penn State needs to step it up in the NIL game 💬 COMMENT your take — Is Penn State falling behind financially in college football? #PennStateFootball #NIL #CollegeFootball #PennStateNIL #CFB2025 #NILEra #PennStateNews #BigTenFootball #CFBRecruiting #PennStateProblems #CollegeFootballNews #TransferPortal #NameImageLikeness #JamesFranklin TO ADVERTISE ON THIS PODCAST PLEASE EMAIL: ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to https://advertising.libsyn.com   VIP Subscribers:https://menace2sports.com/ - Coach's Film Room, Bourbon & Ball, and MORE! - Exclusive Content, Shows and Videos - Exclusive Call-In Ability for Live Shows - Starting at $10 a month!   Subscribe to Our NEW YouTube Shows -       Pound Town: Menace 2 the NFL and Cleveland Browns https://www.youtube.com/@MenacePoundTown -       Paintin' Korners: Menace 2 Baseball https://www.youtube.com/@PaintinKorners   AWAKEN 180 WEIGHTLOSS – Weightloss Made Easy Proven results: Lose 4–5 lbs weekly. No hunger, no complicated diets—just real results.   RUGIET – Men's PE & ED Meds Online | Fast, Simple & Discreet https://www.rugiet.com/menace Use Promo Code "MENACE" for 15% Off   CORNBREAD HEMP – Full Spectrum CBD Gummies, Oils, & More https://www.cornbreadhemp.com/pages/menace?discount=MENACE Promo Code "MENACE" for 30% Off   FACTOR – Chef Prepared Ready to Eat Meals https://factormeals.com/menace50 Save 50% Off Your First Order   Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with LUCY for your nicotine pouches! https://www.lucy.co/menace   AMINOCORE LABS – Unleashing Amino Excellence https://aminocorelabs.com/ Get 15% Off Your First Order with CODE: Menace15   GET A BOX – Get Rid of Cable TV and Unlock Every Channel Available https://getabox.com/menace Use Code "MENACE" for $25 OFF Any Box For the FULL Landscape of College Football, tune in:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menace2sports-with-zach-smith/id1464558838 Follow our show on social media: Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@menace2sports Twitter: https://twitter.com/Menace2Sports Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menace2sports/ Undisputed Best Sports Handicapping Tool in the WORLD: GAMBLER'S TIERmenace2sports.com/pages/subscribe College football is a game of explosive plays, immense passion, and endless thrills. Every Saturday during the college football season, the spirit of competition and excitement take the field as the nation's top student-athletes battle for gridiron glory. The powerhouses in college football are teams like Alabama, LSU, Ohio State, Clemson, and Florida, all of whom compete in the fiercely contested NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision. Whether it's a hard-fought rivalry, chaotic scene in the stands, or an unbelievable touchdown grab, college football fans of all ages, backgrounds, and regions experience the same passion and intensity each week. From the blue-blooded programs to the rising stars, college football will always be the people's game. Ohio State Football is one of the most successful college football programs in history. With a total of 9 National Championships, the Buckeyes have established themselves as a powerhouse in the NCAA. Led by head coach Ryan Day, Ohio State has become known for its hard-hitting, aggressive defense and a high-octane offensive attack. While their recent success has been rooted in their strong recruiting class and their 2014 national championship, the program has a long and storied history in the college football world. On any given Saturday, the OSU faithful can be found inside the famous Ohio Stadium cheering on the scarlet and gray. Regardless of the opponent, each game brings out the passion and excitement that Ohio State fans are so well known for. Follow the Buckeyes and join the Buckeye Nation in their quest to reach another championship. Go Bucks!