Ep. 210 | Fat Man

Ep. 210 | Fat Man

Author: Hardcore Penn State Football November 26, 2025 Duration: 1:15:41
In this electrifying episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we celebrate a resilient Senior Day triumph as the Nittany Lions claw back with a 27-20 victory over Nebraska on November 22nd at Beaver Stadium—boosting Penn State to 5-6 and keeping faint bowl hopes alive in a season of upheaval! We start with a full recap of the gritty win: Ethan Grunkemeyer's poised performance stepping in at QB, going an efficient 11/12 for 181 yards and a touchdown, the defense's crucial 4th down stops, and how the ground game powered through. Then, we spotlight the historic milestones: RB Kaytron Allen shattering the all-time career rushing yards record with a 160-yard outburst, surpassing Evan Royster's mark in emotional fashion. Plus, RB Nick Singleton's two-score day tying Saquon Barkley's legendary all-time touchdowns record—could he break it in the finale? Finally, the big debate: With James Franklin now at Virginia Tech, should interim head coach Terry Smith—a PSU lifer with recruiting chops and defensive expertise—get the full-time gig? We weigh his steady hand in this turnaround win against other candidates like Lincoln Riley, Bob Chesney, Kalen DeBoer, and Brent Key, plus fan polls and insider buzz. Join hosts Shawn Kane & Cory Lestochi for triumphant vibes, milestone breakdowns, and heated coaching discussions. Subscribe for more unfiltered Penn State takes, like if you're hyped for the records, and tell us in the comments: Terry Smith for HC—yes or no? Visit rhettcoblentz.com for your graphic design needs! #WeAre #PennStateFootball #nittanylions WEEK 13 PICK'EM: https://forms.gle/cL5HK5FkS8YLWELn7

Hardcore Penn State Football operates from the ground up, a fan-built project for those who live and breathe Nittany Lions football. This isn't polished studio talk; it’s the sound of deep fandom, where analysis comes with the grit of a practice field. You'll hear breakdowns that go beyond the scoreboard, digging into the useful stats that tell the real story of a game and the roster moves that shape a season. The conversations aim to bring you credible news from a trusted perspective, cutting through the noise to focus on what matters for the team. Each episode weaves in intriguing stories from the program's rich past and its current chapter, often through unique interviews with voices close to the action. Tuning into this podcast means connecting with the core of Penn State football culture, where the discussion is as passionate as the fan base itself. It’s for listeners who want their coverage straight, detailed, and fueled by the same dedication found in Beaver Stadium on a Saturday. The focus remains squarely on delivering substance-informed talk, historical context, and forward-looking analysis-for the hardcore fan who craves more than the usual highlights.
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Ep. 186 | Test Go [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:58
Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football! Cory and Shawn return for their first live show in a while, sharing personal updates and discussing their renewed independence after parting ways with their former media part…
Hardcore PSU: Ep. 183 | Aggression [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:33
Shawn & Cory are back to talk Spring Practice, NFL Draft, Recruiting Updates & more Other topics: -Latest out of practice -Blue & White "Game" -Will Abdul Carter go No.1 in the NFL Draft? Guide: MERCH: https://shop.teamm…
Spring Cleaning Ep. 182 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:07
Cory & Shawn are back to discuss the beginning of Spring Practice, the results of Pro Day, big news regarding PSU RB commits, and more! Other topics: -Key players out of practice -Who is stepping up? -Will Abdul Carter g…
Hardcore PSU: Ep. 181 | Cold Snap [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:45
Shawn & Cory talk PSU in the NFL & Beaver Stadium's Field having new naming rights Other topics: -Founder & CEO of West Shore Home, B.J. Werzyn joins the pod -Sleepiest NFL Combine of all-time? -Saquon, Gesicki, Godwin s…
Hardcore PSU: Ep. 180 | Running Back Stan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:22
Cory & Shawn are back to catch up or mustard on the latest PSU news in February Other topics: -PSU loses Seider & gains Drayton at RB Coach -Penn State has five players invited to NFL Combine -Beaver Stadium renos contin…
Hardcore PSU: Ep. 179 | Cooperation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:28
Shawn & Cory reflect on the latest in Penn State's news. Other topics: -Jim Knowles starts at Penn State -Penn State hosts Junior Days -Latest on PSU Recruiting Guide: MERCH: https://shop.teammercury.io/ FOLLOW HARDCORE…
Hardcore PSU: Ep.178: Knowles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:20
Cory & Shawn react to Penn State's hiring of former OSU defensive coordinator, Jim Knowles Other topics: -What does this mean from a program alignment perspective? -What to expect from DC Jim Knowles -What about the rest…
Hardcore PSU: Ep. 177 | The Hardies III [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:54
Shawn & Cory reflect on Penn State's 2024 Football season with the Annual Hardies Award Show Other topics: -Returnees -Latest Portal / NFL declarations -DC Tom Allen leaves for Clemson -Season / Bold Predictions Recap -I…