Penn State Has No Pass Rushers?! + Another Iowa State Transfer Commits to the Nittany Lions
Penn State Has No Pass Rushers?! + Another Iowa State Transfer Commits to the Nittany Lions  
Podcast: Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball
Published On: Thu Jan 15 2026
Description: Penn State Nittany Lions shake up their transfer portal strategy, landing Ikenna Ezeogu from Iowa State and Grambling State standout Keith Jones Jr. But critical questions remain: can Penn State’s pass rush and wide receiver corps deliver enough playmaking power for a winning season?Zach Seyko scrutinizes the Nittany Lions’ depth at edge defender and examines top prospects like Max Granville, Yvan Kemajou, and newcomer Alexander McPherson. The analysis covers Penn State’s evolving defensive schemes under D'Anton Lynn, receiver upgrades, and the ongoing hunt for quarterback depth following Ethan Grunkemeyer’s official move to Virginia Tech. With insights into current roster gaps and portal targets—including Division III QB Connor Barry—this episode spotlights Penn State’s biggest unknowns and the impact of missing out on elite transfer talent. Can this retooled squad compete with Big Ten heavyweights, or will unresolved position battles hold them back?Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub_confirmation=1Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport 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.WayfairGet last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less.Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Wayfair. Every style. Every home.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 #football#TransferPortal #CollegeFootballTransferPortal #CFBTransferPortal #PortalSeason #CollegeFootballNews #CFBNews #sportsKey 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 footballmatt campbellmike rhoadescael sandersonmatt campbell press conferencemike rhoades press conferencecael sanderson press conferenceRemember to subscribe... https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub_confirmation=1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.