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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, Tom Hannifan is joined by Mike Poorman of StateCollege.com to get the latest on Penn State football! Poorman offers his insight and observations regarding the regime change, a look ahead at the ... more

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Tom Hannifan is joined by Thomas Frank Carr of On3’s Blue White Illustrated to break down the recent comments by head coach Matt Campbell, offensive coordinator Taylor Mouser, and more!

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Tom Hannifan is joined by diehard Penn State football fan @_supcaroline of social media fame! Tom & Caroline dive into the apparent culture shift surrounding Nittany Lion football.

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On this episode of STATE of STATE presented by FanDuel, Deon Butler and Tom Hannifan explore the latest recruiting news for Penn State football! Specifically RB Kemon Spell, WR Khalil Taylor, and DBs Gabe Jenkins & Joshua Dobson.

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Recent Guests

Deon Butler
Nittany Lion legend and former Penn State player
Penn State Football
Episode: Penn State Recruiting News
Zach Seyko
Host of Locked On Nittany Lions
Locked On Sports
Episode: Penn State Transfer Portal Activity (w/ Zach Seyko)
Dion Butler
Former guest and a Penn State legend
Episode: Reaction to James Franklin on ESPN College GameDay
Landon Tengwall
Former Penn State offensive lineman, host of The Landon Tengwall Show
The Landon Tengwall Show
Episode: Penn State vs Oregon - Outlook w/ Landon Tengwall
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
Pro Football Focus
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

Hosts

Tom Hannifan
Host and Co-host of the show, providing insights and analysis on Penn State football, often bringing a background in sports commentary and analysis.
Justin King
Co-host and sports analyst, drawing from his experience as a former Penn State football player to provide perspective and analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 143 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 States6 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

    Apple Podcasts
    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
    5
    PSUinSTL
    United States2 years ago

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There are some complaints regarding the volume levels and mixing of hosts' audio during episodes.
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The hosts are recognized for their engaging styles and insights, making the show enjoyable for fans of Penn State football.
Some episodes are criticized for too much advertisement, potentially distracting from the content.

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Talking Points

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What Happened to Penn State Football in 2025?
Q: Can you go into any more detail on the changes brought by Terry Smith and the new coaching dynamics?
Terry Smith has improved team morale significantly, fostering a renewed culture and allowing players to express their talents freely.
What Happened to Penn State Football in 2025?
Q: How much of the offensive struggles would you attribute to Franklin or Andy Kudlicki and why?
The common denominator with the offensive struggles was always James Franklin as shown by the revolving door of offensive coordinators.
What Happened to Penn State Football in 2025?
Q: Can you detail how many sources that you were able to get?
I had two sources; existing players who wanted to corroborate information and share their perspectives.
What Happened to Penn State Football in 2025?
Q: What inspired you to dig into this?
I was motivated by a player who had concerns and wanted to share their experiences, feeling upset about how things unfolded.
Penn State Personnel Changes
Q: How will the transfer portal affect the quarterback position at Penn State?
The transfer portal allows for new and experienced players to join, which could create competition but also uncertainty for existing quarterbacks.

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This podcast offers an in-depth exploration of all things related to Penn State football, providing listeners with timely analysis, game previews, player performances, and discussions on coaching changes. The hosts often bring personal insights, drawing from their backgrounds as former players and analysts, which enhances the authenticity and engagement of the conversations. Regular features include game recaps and previews that cover key situations surrounding each matchup while also delving into broader topics affecting the team, such as recruitment dynamics and coaching shifts. Notable episodes not only analyze game strategies but also reflect on the emotional context of the team and its dedicated fan following, providing a well-rounded ... more

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2. Zach Seyko
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4. Landon Tengwall
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