Iowa State Expert Admits Penn State Took Their Best Players! + Outlook For Both Teams in 2026
Iowa State Expert Admits Penn State Took Their Best Players! + Outlook For Both Teams in 2026  
Podcast: Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball
Published On: Wed Jan 07 2026
Description: Penn State shakes up the college football landscape by landing 19 Iowa State transfers, including top talents like Rocco Becht, Carson Hansen, Marcus Neal, and Caleb Bacon. With Iowa State’s roster gutted—over 50 Cyclones entering the portal—fans and analysts alike question: when is enough, enough? Zach Seyko and Nick Marovets assess what Penn State gains from Cyclones standouts and explore the ripple effects across both programs.Is Penn State primed for playoff contention or destined for mediocrity with its new look? Key debates cover whether the influx of Iowa State’s best elevates the Nittany Lions to Big Ten elite status, Matt Campbell’s recruiting outlook, and Iowa State’s path to recovery under Jimmie Rogers. Roster chemistry, scheme changes, and the long-term impact of the transfer portal on both schools take center stage in this insightful, fast-paced breakdown.Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnNittanyLions?sub\_confirmation=1Everydayer Club  If 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/everydayerclub  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.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready.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.