Ep. 213 | Pinstripe

About this episode

The episode discusses the latest developments in Penn State football, including coaching changes and recruiting updates ahead of the Pinstripe Bowl.

Welcome back to Hardcore Penn State Football, your no-holds-barred hub for expert breakdowns, behind-the-scenes scoops, and unapologetic opinions on the Nittany Lions! In this timely episode – dropping just after Christmas on December 26, 2025 – hosts Cory Lestochi and Shawn Kane tackle the latest twists in Happy Valley as the Matt Campbell era takes shape. With the Pinstripe Bowl looming, we're covering the stinging loss of DL coach Deion Barnes to South Carolina, the surging 2026 recruiting class hitting nine commits, and how PSU is gearing up for a showdown with Clemson. From staff shakeups to future stars and bowl game strategies, this episode delivers the intel you need to stay ahead of the curve in Big Ten football. Ouch – another hit to the coaching staff! We start with the breaking news that defensive line coach Deion Barnes, a PSU alum and rising star in coaching circles, is bolting for South Carolina to join Shane Beamer's staff as their new DL coach and co-defensive coordinator. Barnes, who played a key role in developing beasts like Chop Robinson and Adisa Isaac, leaves a void after just a few seasons in Happy Valley. Recruiting is heating up under Campbell! After a…

People in this episode

Hosts: Cory Lestochi, Shawn Kane

Topics covered

• coaching changes
• recruiting
• bowl game preparation
• Penn State football
• Big Ten football
• staff shakeups

Keywords

• Penn State
• Clemson
• Deion Barnes
• recruiting class
• Pinstripe Bowl
• coaching staff
• Big Ten

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: South Carolina, Clemson

Places: Happy Valley, Yankee Stadium, Penn State

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