Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/26/26 | Penn State Must Beat Purdue. If Not, How Bad Could This Get? | PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat discuss the challenges facing Matt Campbell's Penn State team coming of the bye week. The 3-4 Nittany Lions, 0-4 in the Big Ten, host Purdue on Saturday afternoon in a "must-win" game for Penn State. The Lions cannot drop to 0-5 in the conference with games against Washington and Minnesota next on the schedule. Plus, Bob and Jake discuss Penn State's 2027 recruiting win over the weekend. Running back Jordan Hall picked Penn State over Ohio State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 31m 39s | ||||||
| 10/20/26 | Penn State’s QB problem and what must change during the bye week | Penn State enters its bye week at 3-4 overall and 0-4 in Big Ten play after a 21-18 loss to Michigan. Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat examine the growing quarterback questions surrounding Rocco Becht and Alex Manske, the Nittany Lions' inability to consistently run the ball or stop the run, and what can realistically change before Purdue. They also discuss Chase Sowell's 11-catch, 151-yard performance against Michigan, the potential return of Kobe Howard, questions surrounding Penn State's transfer additions, Will Wood's decommitment and how the final five games could play out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 38m 30s | ||||||
| 10/15/26 | Picking Penn State-Michigan with special guest Ryan Zuke of MLive | Penn State heads to Ann Arbor for a matchup between two teams searching for answers. Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat welcome Michigan beat writer Ryan Zuke to break down Bryce Underwood, Michigan’s offensive struggles, Penn State’s mounting concerns at linebacker and why the line of scrimmage could determine Saturday’s game. They also discuss Michigan’s defense, the pressure on Rocco Beck, Big Ten parity and whether either offense can consistently move the ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 39m 04s | ||||||
| 10/12/26 | Can Penn State salvage its season at Michigan? | Penn State played USC close in the White Out, but another loss left the Nittany Lions winless in Big Ten play and searching for evidence that the season can still turn. Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat examine what improved, what still failed and why Penn State has such a small margin for error. They discuss the limited offensive rotation, the lack of pass-rush production, the performance of the Iowa State transfers and the challenge of developing younger players while the staff desperately needs wins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 33m 16s | ||||||
| 10/8/26 | Can Penn State Save Its Season Against USC? | Penn State's biggest home game of the season has arrived. Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat discuss the Nittany Lions' struggles against Northwestern, why the USC matchup feels like a turning point, and whether quarterback Rocco Becht can help the offense find an identity. They also break down defensive concerns, injury updates, key matchups and what a White Out victory would mean for the rest of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 40m 23s | ||||||
| 10/5/26 | Penn State hosts USC in White Out game. Can PSU avoid 0-3 start in Big Ten? | PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat discuss the many issues that surfaced in Penn State's 34-13 loss to Northwestern last Friday.The Nittany Lions' defense was exposed as the Wildcats rushed for 413 yards and four touchdowns. Penn State quarterback Rocco Becht threw two interceptions. The offensive generated only one explosive play. Now Penn State (3-2, 0-2) must deal with a high-scoring USC offense in Saturday's White Out game. Can the Lions keep up with. Lincoln Riley's Trojans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 32m 10s | ||||||
| 10/1/26 | Penn State at a Crossroads: Northwestern Preview, Offensive Concerns & Predictions | Penn State heads into Friday night's showdown with Northwestern searching for answers after a frustrating offensive performance. Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat debate whether the Nittany Lions have found their lead running back, discuss the latest injury news, examine red-zone and passing-game concerns and explain why this matchup could become a defining moment in the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 34m 46s | ||||||
| 9/28/26 | Penn State's Collapse, Offensive Questions and a Suddenly Dangerous Northwestern Game | Penn State's loss to Wisconsin has completely changed the conversation around the season. Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat dive into the collapse, debate how much blame belongs on the offense, examine the lack of quarterback pressure from the defensive front, and discuss whether the Lions need to settle on two primary running backs. They also explore the impact of missing offensive playmaker Koby Howard and explain why Northwestern now feels like one of the biggest games on Penn State's schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 30m 26s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 | Picking Penn State-Wisconsin: One pick for the Lions, and one for Badgers | PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat differ on their opinions regarding Penn State's Big Ten opener against Wisconsin on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. Both writers see a close game, but one of them has Luke Fickell's team prevailing in overtime. How much will Penn State's offense be affected by Koby Howard's offense? Will Zay Robinson have a more significant role in the Lions' passing game? Will Penn State tight end Andrew Rappleyea be healthy enough to play against Wisconsin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 35m 57s | ||||||
| 9/21/26 | Penn State's First Real Test? Wisconsin Preview, RB Debate & Defensive Dominance | PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat share their early thoughts on Penn State's Big Ten opener against Wisconsin at Beaver Stadium on Saturday. The 13th-ranked Nittany Lions are double-digit favorites against the 2-1 Badgers. Has Penn State's nonconference scheduled prepared it for conference play? Bob and Jake discuss a troubling stat involving the Lions' offense. The Lions' defensive stats are proof Penn State is off to a strong start in that phase. Can the defense be as dominant against Wisconsin? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 36m 01s | ||||||
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| 9/17/26 | Picking Penn State-Buffalo: Can Lions cover big number? | PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat discuss the issues Penn State must 'fix' against heavy underdog Buffalo on Saturday afternoon at Beaver Stadium. The Nittany Lions' running backs have not produced a single explosive play in 79 attempts through two games. Will the run game look different vs. Buffalo? How will Penn State's secondary fare against Bulls standout wide receiver Chance Morrow? Plus, Jake and Bob make their game predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 36m 22s | ||||||
| 9/14/26 | Penn State's preps for Buffalo, final thoughts on PSU-Temple | PennLive's Bob Flounders and Jake Aferiat provide some early thoughts on Penn State's non-conference date with Buffalo on Saturday at Beaver Stadium. The Bulls, heavy underdogs, will try an attack Penn State's defense using one of the most productive wideouts in the country. Bob and Jake also look back at Penn State's road win over Temple in Philadelphia. Matt Campbell's team had to deal with adversity on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 34m 48s | ||||||
| 9/10/26 | Penn State footballTemple football+3 | — | Penn StateTemple | Lincoln Financial Field | Penn StateTemple+6 | — | 40m 15s | ||
| 9/7/26 | Penn State footballTemple matchup+3 | — | Penn StateTemple | Philadelphia | Penn StateTemple+7 | — | 30m 38s | ||
| 9/6/26 | footballcoaching debut+4 | — | Penn StateMarshall | — | Matt CampbellPenn State football+4 | — | 6m 30s | ||
| 9/4/26 | Penn State footballseason opener+3 | — | Penn StateMarshall | — | Penn StateMarshall+4 | — | 33m 41s | ||
| 8/31/26 | Penn State footballseason predictions+1 | — | Penn StateMarshall | — | Penn StateMarshall+3 | — | 31m 31s | ||
| 8/19/26 | Beaver Stadium ticket pricesAlex Manske recovery+4 | — | PennLiveNittany Lions | Beaver Stadium | Beaver Stadiumticket prices+5 | — | 32m 41s | ||
| 8/16/26 | Penn State Footballpreseason camp+3 | Jake Aferiat | Iowa StatePenn State+1 | — | Penn Statefootball+6 | — | 36m 13s | ||
| 8/7/26 | Penn State footballpreseason practices+1 | — | Penn State | — | Penn Statefootball+3 | — | 12m 52s | ||
| 6/24/26 | recruitmentposition battles+3 | — | Penn StateNittany Lions | Oklahoma | Case AlexanderPenn State+3 | — | 8m 56s | ||
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| 5/14/26 | Penn State footballdefensive players+3 | — | Penn StateMatt Campbell | — | Penn Statedefense+3 | — | 12m 21s | ||
| 5/8/26 | Penn State footballrecruiting+3 | — | Penn StateMatt Campbell+1 | — | Penn Staterecruiting+5 | — | 11m 00s | ||
| 4/30/26 | NFL DraftPenn State Football+3 | — | Penn StatePittsburgh Steeler | BaltimoreDallas+2 | NFL DraftPenn State+4 | — | 40m 52s | ||
| 4/24/26 | Penn State footballMatt Campbell+4 | Doug Lesmerises | Cleveland.comThe Bill and Doug Show+2 | — | Penn StateMatt Campbell+5 | — | 44m 50s | ||
| 4/17/26 | Penn State footballQuinton Martin Jr.+3 | Bob Flounders | Penn StatePhiladelphia Eagles+1 | — | Quinton Martin Jr.Penn State+6 | — | 39m 18s | ||
| 4/10/26 | Penn State footballspring practice+3 | — | Iowa StatePenn State+1 | — | Penn StateTaylor Mouser+4 | — | 27m 24s | ||
| 4/2/26 | Penn State footballMatt Campbell+4 | David Jones | Penn StateBig Ten | — | Penn StateMatt Campbell+5 | — | 42m 49s | ||
| 3/28/26 | spring practiceoffensive linemen+3 | Johnny McGonigal | Penn StateMatt Campbell+1 | — | Penn Statespring practice+5 | — | 47m 49s | ||
| 3/20/26 | NFL draftPenn State football+4 | Nick Farabaugh | Penn StateSteelers+1 | — | Drew AllarVega Ioane+6 | — | 49m 15s | ||
| 3/16/26 | Penn State Pro DayNFL draft+3 | — | — | State College | Penn StatePro Day+4 | — | 24m 36s | ||
| 3/12/26 | NFL free agencyPenn State football+3 | — | Penn State Nittany LionsBlue-White Breakdown+1 | — | NFLfree agency+6 | — | 32m 07s | ||
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Chart history for Blue-White Breakdown | A Penn State Football Podcast from Pennlive.com
Peaked at #34 in SA, currently #34 in SA.
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| TW | — | #83 | #83 | — |
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2 placements across 2 markets.