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Penn State Gets Another Preseason Boost From ESPN. In today’s Penn State reading room, the expectation clock keeps ticking for the Nittany Lions, who continue to get more and more preseason love from ESPN. Elsewhere, the College Football Playoff format that favored the Nittany Lions last year is gone, and Abdul Carter signed his very big contract with the New York Giants. Here’s what to know about Penn State football today. ESPN’s SP+ is all-in on the Nittany Lions Penn State has been a spring star across multiple predictive platforms, particularly regarding its exceptional offseason retention program and its…

BIG QUESTIONS, BIG NEWS: Can Penn State Set a New May Recruiting Record? CFP Gets It Right with Seeding Change, and More: Friday Five As May draws to a close, the world of college football continues to churn with significant developments, from the relentless pursuit of top recruits to a pivotal shift in the College Football Playoff structure. This week’s “Friday Five” delves into these crucial talking points, starting with a bold question for James Franklin’s Penn State program: can they etch their names in the recruiting record books? Can Penn State Set a New May Recruiting Record? Penn State…

THE FOUNDATION: Behind MSU’s Aidan Chiles is a Family That Has Thought of Everything Even More Off Field, in Details Aidan Chiles’ burgeoning career as Michigan State’s highly anticipated quarterback isn’t just a testament to his undeniable talent; it’s a meticulously planned journey, meticulously guided by a family that has left no stone unturned, particularly when it comes to his off-field development and well-being. Their foresight extends far beyond the X’s and O’s of football, focusing on building a holistic foundation for success. From the earliest stages, Chiles’ family recognized that athletic prowess alone wouldn’t suffice for sustained achievement.…

Aidan Chiles is nothing if not resilient. Halfway through his junior year at Downey High School, a player landed on his right arm – the same one he uses to throw the football – resulting in a broken forearm. Of course, it was a setback – both in terms of his on-field development and recruitment. But he persevered through the adversity and found his way back to the field. In fact, he came back better than ever, and success would soon follow. “I got more heart than most of these dudes out here, I’m just gonna keep it…

EXPLOSIVE POTENTIAL: Aidan Chiles Ready to SHATTER Expectations for MSU Football? | Where He Improved Last Season The buzz around Aidan Chiles at Michigan State is undeniable, with recent rankings placing him firmly in the top half of Big Ten quarterbacks. This isn’t just hype; it’s a recognition of the immense talent and the tangible improvements he displayed last season, setting the stage for what many hope will be a breakout year that truly shatters expectations for the Spartans. Last season, as a freshman at Oregon State, Chiles showcased flashes of the dual-threat capability that made him a highly sought-after…

Aidan Chiles listed as a top half Big Ten QB in recently released rankings. Michigan State starting quarterback Aidan Chiles is considered an upper half quarterback in the Big Ten, according to SleeperCFB Chiles is entering his second season as the Spartans’ starter after playing in all 12 games for Michigan State last year. He threw for 2,415 yards, 13 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, and ran for 225 yards and three touchdowns. Chiles’ first season as the Spartans’ starter saw a lot of ups and downs, but the back half of the year we started to see some more…

Spartan legacy gets offer from Michigan State as a linebacker. In high school, at Pascack Valley, Shaw excels as a dual threat quarterback, where he threw for 1,341 yards and rushed for 1,021 yards and accounted for 28 touchdowns. Although it is his defensive prowess at linebacker that has schools interested.Adam Shaw was the recipient of the offer from Michigan State defensive coordinator Joe Rossi. A 6-foot-3, 205 pound linebacker from Hillsdale, New Jersey, Shaw’s parents were both athletes at Michigan State. His dad, Scott, was an offensive lineman at MSU from 1994-1998, before getting drafted by the Miami Dolphins.…

Penn wrestler returns to the mat quickly after Lisfranc surgery. Connor Wetzel, 18, of Sunbury, had a very successful wrestling career going into his senior season at Shikellamy High School, proudly boasting a record of 98 wins with only 34 losses.I was very disappointed. I felt like I was in a good spot, and now I was facing a major setback,” Wetzel said. “I thought my season was over.” The Lisfranc ligament provides stability in the foot, connecting the bones in the midfoot to those in the forefoot. It is located between the base of the cuneiform bone, or…

Legendary Nebraska Coach Tom Osborne Honored with National Football Foundation Gold Medal Tom Osborne, the iconic former head football coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, has been awarded the prestigious National Football Foundation (NFF) Gold Medal, recognizing his profound and lasting contributions to the game of football. This esteemed accolade places Osborne among an elite group of individuals whose influence extends far beyond the gridiron, encompassing leadership, scholarship, and citizenship. The NFF Gold Medal, first presented in 1958, is one of college football’s most significant honors. Past recipients include U.S. Presidents, military leaders, and other influential figures who have exemplified the…

Nebraska Football Makes the Top 7 for 4-Star ATH Jacob Eberhart. The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been receiving plenty of great news as of late, with official visits being scheduled, commitments, and also being named as a top school in players’ recruitments. One of the recruits they recently made the cut for is one of the better cornerback prospects in the country for the class of 2026. Jacob Eberhart is a 2026 prospect from Kirkwood High School in St. Louis, Missouri. Eberhart is recruited by many schools, but cut his list to seven programs, with the Cornhuskers being one of…