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STATE of STATE - A Penn State Football Show

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Welcome to the official homepage of “STATE of STATE with Justin King and Tom Hannifan" presented by FanDuel. WE ARE your destination for year round Penn State football coverage! New episodes of the podcast drop every week, so please subscribe, turn on notifications, comment, like us, and rate us! You can watch the show on YouTube, and you can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you... more

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (4-6, 1-6) vs Nebraska (7-3, 4-3) this Saturday at 7pm ET on NBC! The Nittany Lions look to keep their bowl hopes alive after scoring their first ... more

On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan react to Virginia Tech hiring James Franklin, and the ongoing Penn State football head coach search.

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Jarrett Bailey recap Penn State's 28-10 win vs Michigan State! The Nittany Lions finally captured their first Power 4 and Big Ten win of the season in East Lansing.

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan preview Penn State (3-6, 0-6) vs Michigan State (9-0, 6-0). After a heartbreaking last-minute loss to Indiana, did PSU find enough answers to secure its first Power ... more

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Recent Guests

Dion Butler
Former guest and a Penn State legend
Episode: Reaction to James Franklin on ESPN College GameDay
Nick Singleton
Running back for Penn State Football
Penn State University
Episode: Penn State Football - Goals for 2025
Dalton Wasserman
Analyst at Pro Football Focus discussing college football
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Episode: Penn State Football (w/ PFF's Dalton Wasserman)
Trebor Pena
Wide Receiver formerly with Syracuse University
Penn State University
Episode: Syracuse WR Trebor Pena transfers to Penn State
Thomas Frank Carr
Former Penn State player and analyst at On3's Blue White Illustrated
On3's Blue White Illustrated
Episode: Penn State Football News & Notes (w/ Thomas Frank Carr)
Ryan Roberts
Talent analyst for college football at AtoZ Sports
AtoZ Sports
Episode: Penn State Football - 2025 Wide Receivers
Chimdi Chekwa
Former Ohio State All-American defensive back and co-host of the Believe in Buckeyes podcast
Believe in Buckeyes
Episode: Insight on Penn State Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles (w/ Chimdi Chekwa)
Joe DeLeone
Host of the Ruffino & Joe Show, covers Notre Dame football for Bleacher Report
Bleacher Report
Episode: Penn State vs Notre Dame Outlook (w/ Joe DeLeone)
Elijah Sarratt
Wide receiver at Indiana University
Indiana Hoosiers Football
Episode: *BONUS* Bleav in Big Ten - First Round CFP Matchups

Hosts

Tom Hannifan
Co-host of STATE of STATE, engaging in thorough discussions about Penn State football.
Justin King
Co-host of STATE of STATE and former Penn State and NFL defensive back, offering insights from his playing career.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 142 ratings
  • Too many advertisements

    Love the show, great content, but 50% of the podcast is ads unless you pay them $1/month on YouTube

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    ahinton8811
    United States3 months ago
  • PSU vs Minnesota

    I love you’re podcast typically. Tom I listened when you had Matt McGloin before he raised our taxes 33%. Anyway, this is about expectations and ppl including you guys, have to realize Franklin will NEVER get us a Natty. He and his staff just won’t break through. This is our ceiling. With that said, we wouldn’t have won these games in years past. You were so negative in this episode, you couldn’t talk about 3 4th down conversions to go get that playoff birth? This is the most hope I’ve had for a... more

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    3
    cgfavplayerpau
    United Statesa year ago
  • Episode 201 is 21 minutes I’ll never get back

    Why would you publish this episode? It was a steaming pile of buckeyes. Justin goes to practice, doesn’t see anything or know who anyone is. He doesn’t talk to anyone of significance or get any real info. Tom asks Justin repeatedly about what he saw and Justin repeatedly answers “Like I said, I really could see much and I don’t know who anyone was.”

    This episode seemed like they were contractually obligated to put out some sort of podcast because of sponsorship agreements. It was 21 minute... more

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    1
    Gus Curtin
    United States2 years ago
  • This episode was a steaming pile of dog poop. Justin went to practice and didn't know who anyone was or if they did a good job. Absolutely devoid of useful information. Why did you publish this episode

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    GusCurtin
    2 years ago
  • Justin is a great addition

    Justin King has become one of my favorite voices in Penn State media. He combines player perspective, nfl knowledge, talent evaluation expertise, and balanced critique of team strength and weakness. Definitely an upgrade. Tom does a good job of maintaining tempo and topic. I don’t miss the previous negative podcast tone at all.

    Apple Podcasts
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    PSUinSTL
    United States2 years ago

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Many highlight Justin King's background as a former player as a significant asset to discussions, offering a unique perspective.
There's an ongoing conversation regarding the prevalence of advertisements in episodes, with some noting they often feel excessive.
Reviews mention a mix of in-depth expertise and occasional critiques of specific game strategies shared by the hosts.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and insider perspectives provided by the hosts on current issues surrounding Penn State football.

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The Future of Penn State Football (w/ Thomas Frank Carr)
Q: What's the identity of the Penn State football program moving forward?
The program needs to redefine its identity amid coaching changes and evolving competition in college football.
The Future of Penn State Football (w/ Thomas Frank Carr)
Q: What are your thoughts on the current coaching approach and strategies?
The current strategies seem to be focused on addressing player injuries and finding the right combinations to ensure success.
The Future of Penn State Football (w/ Thomas Frank Carr)
Q: What is the general feeling like among the program regarding the recent struggles?
There's concern about the team's performance and the upcoming games against tough opponents like Ohio State.
Evaluating Penn State w/ Joe DeLeone
Q: What is your outlook on Penn State's chances to win the national championship?
Joe feels it is still possible but will depend on the outcome of key matchups later in the season.
Evaluating Penn State w/ Joe DeLeone
Q: How do you evaluate Penn State's defense and offense performance so far?
Joe believes the defense is living up to expectations but the offense has shown weaknesses especially in difficult matchups.

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This show provides in-depth coverage and analysis of Penn State football, offering listeners an engaging mix of game recaps, previews, and discussions of team dynamics surrounding the program. Host Justin King, a former player, pairs with Tom Hannifan to explore key players, training camp insights, coaching strategies, and broader college football trends, including the impact of name, image, and likeness (NIL) agreements. Unique to the show is its blend of insider perspectives and candid critique, appealing especially to fans committed to understanding the intricacies of Penn State football while nurturing discussions on relevant topics that shape college athletics today.

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1. Dion Butler
2. Nick Singleton
3. Dalton Wasserman
4. Trebor Pena
5. Thomas Frank Carr
6. Ryan Roberts
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