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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Duration: 1:30:54
Cory is joined by Bill DiFilippo from Roar Lions Roar to prepare for West Virginia Other topics covered in today's episode include: • News from Camp • Other news • Preview West Virginia • Predictions & B1G Pickem B1G PIC…
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Hardcore PSU: Ep.143: Fall Approaching [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Hardcore PSU: Ep.142: CFB 25 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:58
Shawn & Cory talk about the White Out Announcement Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Former LB Curtis Jacobs gets drafted by DC Defenders • Penn State misses out on 2 WRs • Penn State shines in CFB 25 •…
Hardcore PSU: Ep.141: Summer Vibes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:51
Cory & Shawn try to rebound from a fantastic 4th of July Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Penn State Lands a DT Commit • Penn State lands a WR Commit • Nittany Lions land legacy Commit • PSU beat change…
Hardcore PSU: Ep.140: Recruiting Bonanza [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:48
Cory & Shawn attempt to keep up with the flurry of commitments Other topics covered in today's episode include: • Penn State Student Tickets Lottery • College Football Video Game • Will Allar be let loose? • Fan Question…
Hardcore PSU: Ep. 139 | Renovation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:27
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Hardcore PSU: Ep. 138 | Scoring Points [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:45
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Hardcore PSU: Ep. 137 | May Flowers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:02
Cory & Shawn discuss the latest Transfer Portal entries Other topics covered in today's episode include: • NEW COMMIT • LB to miss time • Happy Valley United NIL Push • Fan Questions Start Time: 09:53 MERCH: https://shop…