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Khalil Dinkins - Out for bowl game Dinkins has opted out of Penn State's bowl game with Clemson, Daniel Gallen of 247Sports reports.

Impact Dinkins spent 2025 as Penn State's top tight end, but the Nittany Lions will not have their primary TE going into the Clemson game. During the year, he logged 14 receptions (on 22 targets) for 167 yards (11.9 averaged per catch) and two touchdowns.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

What Does Penn State Have Left for the Pinstripe Bowl? Preview, Predictions The Nittany Lions conclude an unexpected season against Clemson at Yankee Stadium.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • SI.COM

Clemson vs. Penn State Prediction, Odds, Picks - December 27, 2025

Preview the Dec. 27 matchup between the Clemson Tigers and Penn State Nittany Lions with predictions, odds, over/under, spread, betting line...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Data Skrive

Clemson vs. Penn State Prediction, Odds, Picks - December 27, 2025

How to Watch Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl The Nittany Lions meet Clemson in a unique bowl game at Yankee Stadium.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • SI.COM

Iowa State defensive coordinator Jon Heacock retires, ending a coaching career after 4-plus decades

Iowa State defensive coordinator Jon Heacock has retired, ending a coaching career after four-plus decades

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Clemson's Tom Allen Scouts Penn State, His Former Team, Ahead of Pinstripe Bowl Allen was Penn State's defensive coordinator for the 2024 playoff run. He'll see the Nittany Lions again at Yankee Stadium.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • SI.COM

Joel Klatt Wants Higher Bar for Group of 5 Teams in CFP: 'They Were Overmatched'

After Tulane and James Madison were blown out in the opening round of the CFP, Joel Klatt proposed a change for Group of 5 teams to make the...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Joel Klatt Wants Higher Bar for Group of 5 Teams in CFP: 'They Were Overmatched'

James Madison puts up valiant fight, but Group of Five teams still have much to prove in CFP

Perhaps it was James Madison going for it twice on fourth down on its first drive of the game

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

2026 NFL Draft Guide to Bowl Season: The Best Prospect At Each Position

With bowl season upon us, here are the top draft prospects to watch and their best NFL comps.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

2026 NFL Draft Guide to Bowl Season: The Best Prospect At Each Position

Penn State Wants to 'Finish the Story the Right Way' at Pinstripe Bowl The Nittany Lions won't be a full strength when they face Clemson. But those playing say they're "ready for New York."

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • SI.COM

Penn State players are encouraged by their first impressions of new coach Matt Campbell

Penn State wideout Trebor Peña is one of about 22 Nittany Lions who are out of eligibility, while two players already have said they're entering the NCAA’s transfer portal

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Matt Campbell Details His Approach to Recruiting and the Portal at Penn State Campbell will have access to significantly greater NIL funding with the Nittany Lions than he did at Iowa State.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • SI.COM

How Matt Campbell Plans to Build Penn State's Quarterbacks Room The Nittany Lions coach took pride in how his staff recruited and developed quarterbacks at Iowa State.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • SI.COM

Penn State's Roster Expected to Undergo Significant Change for 2026 Nittany Lions coach Matt Campbell is racing to rebuild a recruiting class and stabilize the roster.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • SI.COM

Penn State scares No. 9 Michigan State, falls in 2nd straight to open 2025 conference play Penn State's home Big Ten opener showed flashes of promise, but the Nittany Lions couldn't seal the deal late.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

Does James Franklin Owe Penn State a Proper Goodbye? Penn State has moved on, as has Franklin to Virginia Tech. But Franklin and Nittany Lions fans never got closure after nearly 12 years toget...

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • SI.COM

Why Joel Klatt thinks Matt Campbell is a GREAT hire for Penn State 🙌

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

For Penn State Football's Strength Program, the End of an Era Nittany Lions strength coach Chuck Losey is joining James Franklin at Virginia Tech.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • SI.COM

Fernando Mendoza looking to add a historic Heisman Trophy win for Indiana to his college ride

Fernando Mendoza is set to be on stage for the Heisman Trophy ceremony, having already won the Associated Press Player of the Year Award

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Tennessee coach Josh Heupel hires Jim Knowles as new defensive coordinator

Tennessee coach Josh Heupel has hired Jim Knowles as the Volunteers’ new defensive coordinator

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Nicholas Singleton - Sitting out Pinstripe Bowl Singleton (Pro Draft Prep) won't play in the Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson, per Richard Scarcella of the Reading Eagle.

Impact Singleton is out of eligibility after four full seasons with the Nittany Lions, and he'll begin his preparation for the 2026 NFL Draft by sitting out of the Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson. 2025 was his worst season in a Penn State uniform, as the Nittany Lions collapsed mid-year and fired head coach James Franklin. Still, Singleton totaled 3,461 rushing yards, 987 receiving yards and 54 touchdowns in his storied career in Happy Valley.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

James Franklin Builds His Virginia Tech Staff With Coaches From Penn State Quarterbacks coach Danny O'Brien is the second member of the Nittany Lions staff to leave for Virginia Tech.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • SI.COM

New Penn State coach Matt Campbell remains tight-lipped about QB position for 2026 | Sporting News New Penn State Nittany Lions coach Matt Campbell wants to take it slow with the quarterback position. He was officially announced as the hea...

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Penn State HC Matt Campbell: It's All About Trust, Roster-Building And Winning

Newly minted head coach Matt Campbell detailed exactly what Penn State can expect from him at his introductory news conference.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Penn State HC Matt Campbell: It's All About Trust, Roster-Building And Winning

Penn State Releases Salary, Contract Details for Matt Campbell The Nittany Lions' new football coach agrees to eight-year contract worth a guaranteed $70.5 million and includes academic bonuses.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • SI.COM

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