BWI Live: Penn State Lands Defensive Coordinator Appointment in newest Search Update | Top Five Position Battles for 2025 per sources
The Penn State Nittany Lions Football team, along with the rest of the country, watched as Ohio State claimed the College Football National Championship on Monday night, defeating Notre Dame 34-23 in Atlanta. Ohio State took control of the game after Notre Dame’s opening drive, securing the victory. With the season now over, attention turns to 2025. What does Penn State need from its roster to make a return to the Playoff next fall? We’ll highlight the top five position battles that will shape the upcoming season.
Additionally, we’ll provide an update on the ongoing search for a new defensive coordinator following Tom Allen’s move to Clemson last week. Fans are eager to learn who will take charge of the Nittany Lions’ defense and what changes may be in store under new leadership. We’ll also bring you the latest recruiting updates.
The National Championship from Penn State’s perspective
Penn State was just a few plays away from beating Ohio State in last November’s regular-season matchup in Happy Valley. After watching Notre Dame struggle to answer Ohio State on the biggest stage, one can’t help but wonder how the Lions would have performed in the Irish’s place. We’ll kick off the discussion by analyzing last night’s championship game and what it means for Penn State, the Big Ten, and college football overall.
Next, we’ll dive into the team’s key position battles that are set to unfold over the next few months. With the roster ready for winter conditioning and spring practice, who has the best shot at stepping into roles left open by departing starters and veterans? We’ll rank the top five most critical positions up for grabs heading into the spring, summer, and fall.
Defensive Coordinator Search
As of Tuesday’s show, Penn State is still without a defensive coordinator. What’s the latest on the search for Tom Allen’s replacement? We’ll provide insights from our experts and give fans a clearer picture of how these searches typically unfold under head coach James Franklin. For more in-depth information on how the search has developed, join Blue White Illustrated for just one dollar and get access to premium content for a week to give us a try.
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