Episodes
Penn State RB Nick Singleton joins Brandon Bell and Aeneas Hawkins on episode 9 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Nick Singleton gives Penn State fans a special look into Andy Kotelnicki's "explosive" new offense, opens up about his dynamic with fellow RB Kaytron Allen, and more. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar Get all your Penn State apparel needs with Family Clothesline:...
Published 05/17/24
Former Penn State linebacker Mike Hull joins Christian Hackenberg on today's new episode of The Pocket. The guys rewind the clock, offering a deep dive into the Joe Paterno era and 2013 NCAA sanctions with Mike Hull. The guys also share their thoughts on Big Ten realignment and how it will affect Penn State in 2024 and beyond.  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo POCKET at https://www.ShopMando.com The best swim trunks...
Published 05/16/24
Published 05/16/24
Penn State QB Beau Pribula joins Christian Hackenberg and Trace McSorley on episode 8 of the State Media Lettermen Series. In this exclusive interview, Beau Pribula talks about his dynamic with Drew Allar, how he approaches his role as the backup QB, what fans can expect from Penn State's new and improved offense in 2024, why entering the transfer portal hasn't crossed his mind, and much much more. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign -...
Published 05/14/24
Dvon Ellies joins Brandon Bell and Jason Cabinda on episode 7 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Dvon Ellies gives Penn State fans an early preview of how the Nittany Lions' d-line will look in the 2024 college football season in this exclusive interview. Dvon also discusses Tom Allen's coaching style, the changes Coach Allen has made to the defense, and how Abdul Carter is fairing after transitioning to DE. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar...
Published 05/14/24
Penn State alumni Rob Riva joins Christian Hackenberg on today's new episode of The Pocket. Roma Riva and Hack talk all things NIL, discussing how Penn State is approaching it, what future revenue sharing will look like in college sports, James Franklin's NIL strategy, and much much more. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo POCKET at https://ShopMando.com The best swim trunks in town. Get 20% off @chubbies with the code...
Published 05/14/24
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.teammercury.io/ FOLLOW HARDCORE PSU HERE: ► TWITTER |  / hardcorepsufb   ► TIKTOK |  / hardcorepsufb   ► INSTAGRAM |  / hardcorepsufb   ► YOUTUBE |   / @statemediapsu   ► APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ► SPOTIFY |...
Published 05/09/24
Jason Cabinda and Brandon Bell take a deep dive into the LBU tradition at Penn State on episode 6 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Jason and B Bell break down what it takes to be a successful LB at Penn State, the LBU tradition, some untold stories from the Nittany Lions' 2016 season, and much much more. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar Get all your Penn State apparel needs...
Published 05/07/24
Former Indiana Hoosier Xavier Johnson joins Myles Dread on today's episode of The Heat Check. Xavier Johnson reflects back on his college basketball career with the Indiana Hoosiers, his battles with injuries, the rise of Anthony Edwards, and much much more.  GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE HEATCHECK15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/HEATCHECK15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected] FOLLOW HEAT CHECK HERE: ► YOUTUBE |...
Published 05/06/24
Penn State Offensive Coordinator Andy Kotelnicki joins Christian Hackenberg and Trace McSorley on episode 5 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Andy Kotelnicki opens up about his adjustment to Penn State and his plans to revamp Penn State's Offense with Drew Allar at the helm. Coach Kotelnicki also explains his unique coaching philosophy and gives some of his biggest takeaways from the Nittany Lions' spring season. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The...
Published 05/03/24
Shawn & Cory catch-up after eight Nittany Lions get drafted into the NFL Other topics covered in today's episode include: • NFL Draft • Transfer Portal Closes - 3 Nittany Lions officially entered (1 finds new home) • Happy Valley United NIL Push • Film room • Fan Questions MERCH: https://shop.teammercury.io/ Visit https://www.mautihealth.com to schedule a FREE consultation with Patrick Mauti today! FOLLOW HARDCORE PSU HERE: ► TWITTER |  / hardcorepsufb   ► TIKTOK...
Published 05/02/24
Former Penn State QB Matt McGloin joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's new episode of The Pocket. Matt McGloin reflects back on his playing career at Penn State, giving fans an exclusive look into what it was like playing for Head Coach Bill O'Brien and some of the challenges Matt faced as QB1. Matt and the guys also discuss Drew Allar's performance last season and the areas he needs to continue working on in order to get the Nittany Lions over the playoff hump. Retain The...
Published 05/01/24
Penn State Defensive Coordinator Tom Allen joins Jason Cabinda and Aeneas Hawkins on episode 4 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Tom Allen opens up about his decision to leave Indiana, what he's learned about Penn State's defensive culture in his short time as the DC, his defensive players to watch in 2024, and much much more. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar This interview is...
Published 04/30/24
Boston Celtics forward and former Villanova Wildcat Brandon Slater joins Myles Dread on today's episode of The Heat Check. Brandon Slater opens up about his rookie season in the G-League, what it was like playing in the G-League finals, the highs and lows of his time at Villanova, and much much more.  GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE HEATCHECK15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/HEATCHECK15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall For sponsorships or business inquiries reach out to:...
Published 04/29/24
PFF analyst Dalton Wasserman joins Christian Hackenberg on today's new episode of The Pocket. Together, the guys evaluate all of Penn State's draft prospects and give their sleepers heading into the NFL Draft weekend. Dalton also offers a deep dive into the metrics behind Andy Kotelnicki's offense and how his new system will revitalize Penn State's offense and unlock Drew Allar's full potential. Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here: https://givebutter.com/retaintheroar This interview is...
Published 04/26/24
Penn State QB Drew Allar sits down with former Nittany Lions Christian Hackenberg and Trace McSorley on episode 3 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Drew Allar reflects on the lessons he learned from Penn State's 2023 season, how he and the team are adjusting to Coach Andy Kotelnicki's new system, his thoughts on the WR room, how he's handling life as QB1, and much much more.  *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here:...
Published 04/25/24
Sean Clifford, Trace McSorley and Christian Hackenberg host a Penn State QB panel at Medlar Field on episode 2 of the State Media Lettermen Series. Together, the former QB's share some of their favorite stories from their playing days, favorite play calls, and discuss what it takes to be QB1 at Penn State. Tune in to learn all about the QB1 experience at Penn State in this State Media special! *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign -...
Published 04/23/24
Head Coach James Franklin sits down with Christian Hackenberg for an exclusive interview on all things Penn State Football. Coach Franklin opens up about his decision to hire Andy Kotelnicki, his plan to revamp Penn State's offense, his biggest takeaways from Spring Ball, what it will take for the Nittany Lions to finally get over the playoff hump in 2024, and much much more. *This interview was filmed on April 11th before the Spring Game* Retain The Roar NIL Campaign - Donate Here:...
Published 04/19/24
Cory & Shawn decompress from the Blue & White Game Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU Spring Game • PSU WRs hit the transfer portal • How do we feel leaving the spring? • Fan Questions MERCH: https://shop.teammercury.io/ Visit https://www.mautihealth.com to schedule a FREE consultation with Patrick Mauti today! FOLLOW HARDCORE PSU HERE: ► TWITTER |  / hardcorepsufb   ► TIKTOK |  / hardcorepsufb   ► INSTAGRAM |  / hardcorepsufb   ► YOUTUBE |...
Published 04/18/24
Penn State Lettermen Christian Hackenberg, Jason Cabinda, Brandon Bell and Myles Dread chop it up on today's new episode of The Pocket. The guys reveal some of their funniest stories from their playing days at Penn State, give their biggest takeaways for spring ball, and explain how Penn State can finally get over the hump in 2024. The guys also break down James Franklin's tenure at PSU, why Tom Allen is THAT GUY, and much much more. Presented by UTZ -- the best snacks there ever was:...
Published 04/16/24
Myles Dread is joined by former Purdue Basketball standout and B1G Ten Network college basketball analyst, Rapheal Davis, on today's new episode of Heat Check. Myles and Rapheal break down the current state of Big Ten basketball, reflect on the college basketball season, and give some early predictions for the 2024-25 college basketball season. GET 15% OFF ALL MERCH WITH CODE HEATCHECK15: https://shop.teammercury.io/discount/HEATCHECK15?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall For sponsorships or...
Published 04/09/24
Carl Nassib joins Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell on today's episode of The Pocket. Carl Nassib is a former Penn State Nittany Lion who played 7 years in the NFL as a DE. In this episode, Carl talks about his journey as a walk-on at Penn State, what he learned from Coach Bill O'Bien, and his life after football. The guys also cap off the NIL series and share some exciting news for the spring game. Get 50% off your order with code pocket50 at https://factormeals.com/pocket50 Visit...
Published 04/08/24
Shawn & Cory catch-up after two weeks Other topics covered in today's episode include: • PSU Spring Practice Update • PSU Misses on in-state QB • PSU makes questionable ticket decision • Fan Questions MERCH: https://shop.teammercury.io/ Visit https://www.mautihealth.com to schedule a FREE consultation with Patrick Mauti today! FOLLOW HARDCORE PSU HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/HardcorePSUFB ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@hardcorepsufb ► INSTAGRAM |...
Published 04/05/24
Myles Dread is joined by college basketball personality Grant Peters on today's new episode of Heat Check. Grant Peters is an avid Kentucky basketball fan and is the Director of Content at Mercury. In this episode, Myles and Grant talk about the state of UK basketball, the downfall of the one-and-done era in college basketball, and why UConn will repeat as NCAA Champions in this year's March Madness.  GET 50% OFF using code heatcheck50 at https://factormeals.com/heatcheck50 GET 15% OFF ALL...
Published 04/02/24
In today's episode of The Pocket, Christian Hackenberg and Brandon Bell tackle a variety of topics, including: Penn State Football's recruiting news, the current landscape of college football, NIL, and more. Later in the episode, the guys are joined by Penn State donor and businessman Tony Misitano. Tony helps unpack some common misconceptions about NIL and explains the importance of NIL from a donor's perspective.  Get 50% off your order with code pocket50 at...
Published 03/29/24