Penn State's Offense is Abysmal + Keep or Cut Jim Knowles + James Franklin to Florida?!
Penn State's Offense is Abysmal + Keep or Cut Jim Knowles + James Franklin to Florida?!  
Podcast: Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball
Published On: Mon Oct 20 2025
Description: Penn State's offensive woes against Iowa raise questions about their quarterback strategy. Is Ethan Grunkemeyer the answer, or should the playbook be adjusted? Host Zach Seyko breaks down the Nittany Lions' struggles, highlighting Kaytron Allen's standout performance amidst team challenges. The discussion shifts to potential coaching changes, including Jim Knowles' future as defensive coordinator and James Franklin's rumored move to Florida. Zach explores how these moves could reshape Penn State's program and impact recruiting.Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE.PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.Mazda. Move and Be Moved.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.MonarchTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarch.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.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 #footballKey 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 footballjames franklinandy kotelnickijim knowlesdrew allarmike rhoadescael sandersonjames franklin press conferencemike rhoades press conferencecael sanderson press conferenceRemember to subscribe... https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=10:00 – Penn State’s Offense Still a Mess After Iowa Loss1:26 – Kaytron Allen the Lone Bright Spot3:12 – Andy Kotelnicki’s Biggest Mistake6:05 – Coaching Malpractice: A Rookie QB with a Veteran Playbook8:09 – Why Penn State’s Receivers Still Can’t Create Separation10:00 – Offensive Review Wrap-Up: The Katron Allen Effect10:55 – Should Penn State Keep Jim Knowles?12:30 – The Case Against Knowles Staying Beyond 202515:20 – Why Only Terry Smith Could Justify Keeping Knowles17:35 – Florida Fires Billy Napier: How Penn State Started a Trend19:45 – Franklin’s Fit at Florida: Culture & Recruiting Match21:10 – Lane Kiffin or James Franklin? The SEC Dominoes Begin23:00 – LSU & Auburn Could Be Next — Coaching Carousel Chaos24:35 – Why Franklin to UCLA or Washington Also Makes Sense26:05 – Penn State’s Recruiting Problem If Franklin Stays in the Big Ten27:40 – Franklin’s Best Move Might Be TV — But He Won’t Take It28:45 – Final Thoughts: Franklin’s Future Impacts Penn State’s Future Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.