Ep. 211 | New Era
From Hardcore Penn State Football by Hardcore Penn State Football
December 16, 2025 · 1h 28m · Season 4
About this episode
The episode discusses the significant changes in Penn State football, including the hiring of Matt Campbell as head coach and the implications for the team's future.
Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your ultimate source for in-depth analysis, insider scoops, and passionate discussions on all things Nittany Lions! In this blockbuster episode, hosts Shawn Kane & Cory Lestochi dive headfirst into the seismic shifts rocking Happy Valley as we transition into a new chapter of Penn State football. With the 2025 season wrapping up and massive changes on the horizon, we're breaking down the hiring of Matt Campbell, staff overhauls, key retentions, aggressive recruiting moves, and the ironic Pinstripe Bowl matchup against Clemson. Whether you're a die-hard alum or a casual fan, this episode is packed with insights, hot takes, and what it all means for PSU's future in the Big Ten and beyond. We kick things off with the bombshell news that's sent shockwaves through college football – Penn State's bold move to bring in Matt Campbell from Iowa State as the new head coach. After a tumultuous end to the James Franklin era, Campbell's proven track record of building gritty, resilient programs (hello, Cyclones upsets!) makes him the perfect fit for PSU's blue-collar ethos. We discuss his coaching philosophy, why he left Ames, his contract…
People in this episode
Hosts: Shawn Kane, Cory Lestochi
Topics covered
- Penn State football
- coaching changes
- Matt Campbell
- recruiting
- Big Ten
- Pinstripe Bowl
Keywords
- Penn State
- Matt Campbell
- coaching changes
- Big Ten
- recruiting
- Pinstripe Bowl
- football analysis
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Iowa State, Penn State, Clemson
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