Ep. 201 | Speechless

In this explosive episode of Hardcore Penn State Football, we break down the Nittany Lions' stunning upset loss to Northwestern— a game that has fans reeling and questioning everything. Join host Shawn Kane & Cory Lestochi as we tackle the big questions head-on: James Franklin Gone, now who? We dissect the removal of James Franklin after this embarrassing defeat. Terry Smith will serve as the interim HC. We analyze his track record, fan reactions, and what the administration might be thinking.

Drew Allar Out for the Season: The heartbreaking news on our star QB—how did the injury happen, what's the prognosis, and who steps up next? We explore the depth chart, backup options, and how this blows up the offense. What Now? Looking ahead to the rest of the 2025 season: roster adjustments, upcoming matchups, recruiting implications, and strategies to salvage the year.

Can Penn State still make a bowl game, or is it rebuild time? Packed with expert analysis, hot takes, and your fan voicemails. If you're a die-hard PSU fan, you won't want to miss this raw discussion.

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