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BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep. 21: Fiesta Bowl Preview with the voice of Boise State Bob Behler

Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl is like a perfect marriage. The Nittany Lions are 7-0 including a National Championship victory in 1987.
 
The Broncos of Boise State love the desert oasis as well boasting a 3-0 record. Something has to give in this game. Our final Fiesta Bowl preview we go to the voice of the Boise State, award winning Bob Behler, to find out the finest details of the Broncos.
 
Can Boise State win without Ashton Jeanty going for 150 yards? Can Maddux Madsen throw the Broncos to a win? How good is the BSU offensive line? What makes the Boise State program successful year after year even with head coaching turnover?
 
We asked Bob and he has the answers on this edition of the BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast.
 
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BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast: Ep. 20: LBU shows out vs. SMU, Penn State OL has found its groove

Welcome to the dance, the show, the CFP, Nittany Lions fans. As the Blue and White made their first appearance into the college football playoff, Penn State showed they are one of the top teams in the country.
So too did the fans as they provided the largest, albeit freezing crowd, for a CFP game. After a slow start, the defense put Penn State on the board not once but twice. With the SMU offense on ice, Penn State jumped out to a 28-0 lead and cruised to victory.
Was the performance by Kobe King, Tony Rojas, Dom De Luca, and Abdul Carter the most impactful for a group of linebackers since the '87 Fiesta Bowl? The guys debate that argument.
Has the OL with Nolan Rucci finally become the road graders that the Penn State faithful have been waiting for?
How do the guys see the game versus Boise State playing out? With the first round of the CFP in the books, Frank, Mike and Andrew debate some arguments around the selection committee's seeding and who was left out.
 
See you in Miami on January 9th.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep. 19 CFP, Portal Talk & SMU Preview

It's been a long wait but playoff time has finally arrived for Penn State Nation. The Nittany Lions are set to host possibly the coldest game ever at Beaver Stadium when SMU gallops into the town. 
 
The Mustangs bring a wealth of athleticism to the table and will be looking to pull off the upset to advance to the Fiesta Bowl. The guys break down how Penn State will use their athleticism and physicality to corral the ponies in their own ranch.
 
The transfer portal is a hot topic and of course Penn State is right in the middle of it, as backup QB Beau Pribula has entered the portal and will not be with the Nittany Lions. through the CFP.
 
The KGB gang debate the merits of entering the portal, if it should be changed and who is to blame for this dysfunction in college football. 
 
They also talk about what effect Pribula's departure will have on the. PSU play calling.
 
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BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep. 18: Lions Fall Short in Big Ten Championship Game, CFP Reactions

The Big Ten Championship Game was fun. one to watch. Even though Penn State came up short, what did it tell us about this group of Nittany Lions?
Is this team better now than they were in early November?
Are they ready. to compete with the best teams in the college football playoff? The answer is yes.
The first 12 team College Football Playoff is here. We give you our reactions and talk about Penn State's spot in the bracket.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast: Joe Moorhead talks 2016 Big Ten Championship as Lions Go Duck Hunting in 2024

Penn State is headed to Indianapolis to face off against Oregon.  Does the game even matter for Penn State and the CFP?  You bet it does. What Lions have to step up for Penn State to come home with a victory? Former Penn State Offensive Coordinator and current head coach of the Akron Zips Joe Moorhead talks about the 2016 Big Ten Championship. team and how the game winning play wasn't even in the game plan.  Coach Jo-Mo shares what his advice would be to the current PSU. staff and he also wishes the Ducks good luck as he was their offensive coordinator for two seasons. 
The clock may be late in the season but like coach James Franklin we are always looking to. score and go 1-0.  No time for flag planting as we keep it classy.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep. 16 Lions Set to Throttle Turtles, Trey Bauer Talks Everything Linebacker U

As Penn State readies for Maryland and another edition of ready made turtle soup the KGB gang discusses the college football playoff rankings. We hit on the growth of Drew Allar as he continues to make plays when they are needed.
We talk about James Franklin being given the credit he is due as the Lions seem to take a step forward every single week.
The highlight of the show, former legendary bad ass linebacker Trey Bauer stops by and talks everything from Abdul Carter and modern day linebackers, to NIL, and advice he gives to young players and coaches around the program. Now of course we have to flash it back to 1985 when Bauer recovered a fumble against Maryland to secure a victory and what made the 1985 and 1986 teams so good. As always Bauer provides must listen to soundbites.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep. 15: Coach Galt talks Strength and Conditioning

Penn State took care of Purdue rather easily as expected, are the Lions just now rounding into form?
 
Former Penn State Strength and Conditioning coach Dwight Galt III drops by to talk about the program. Why and how Penn State continues to develop guys at a high level? Who is most freakish athlete he has seen in the weight room and what challenges does an extended season present in keeping guys healthy?
Kalista has a problem with officials and consistency on calls and also the way the CFP committee looks to be seeding the bracket.

Lions find Identity against Washington: BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep. 14

Penn State bounced back in a big way against Washington. Not only did the Blue & White get better at "football" they dominated in areas that they have struggled before. Offensive Coordinator Andy Kotelnicki went back to what has worked all season, Beau Pribula & Tyler Warren. Speaking of Warren, he tells us the role former TE Mike Gesicki played in him committing to Penn State.  Should the talented TE be getting Heisman hype? 
Not to be outdone Penn State's defense played a solid game at all three levels.  We hear from Kobe King and A.J. Harris about tough conversations that took place after the Ohio State loss.
With all that being said what do we need to see against Purdue to keep moving forward to the ultimate prize?
Take a listen a find out.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast: Trace McSorley talks moving on after a loss; How do the Lions bounce back after Ohio State vs. Washington

Former Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley joins the KGB gang on the BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast.
McSorley talks about bouncing back after a tough loss, tough conversations that take place in the locker room, the excitement of coming back to State College as a fan.
Trace also talks about what he wants the fanbase to know about Coach James Franklin.
Mike, Frank and Andrew dive into the goal line play calling and one of them believes this was the worst sequence of plays since 1993 Michigan game.
The gang obviously looks forward to Washington and what corrections they expect to see against the Huskies that would give them positive vibes as we inch closer to the College Football Playoff.

BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast: Grant Haley talks Ohio State; What do the Lions do to roar over Buckeyes

THE week is finally here as the Ohio State Buckeyes come to Happy Valley. #3 Penn State versus #4 Ohio State in a big noon kick (we know that sucks).
Penn State legend Grant Haley stops by to talk about that blocked kick return that changed the direction and attitude of the Penn State Football program.
Eight years later Grant is ready to see another Penn State moment take center stage. What does he see from this group that reminds him of the 2016 squad?
The KGB gang breaks down the Wisconsin victory and heap praise on Beau Pribula.
Who is the #1 guy Penn State has to stop to walk away with a win on Saturday? Is Penn State the tougher team? We debate it just don't tell coach Day, as we don't want to be like Lou Holtz.
How will the defense attack Will Howard and Ohio State offense?
Take a listen and get hyped to roar for Saturday.