Published reports are swirling over what critics say started as a story in the college newspaper at Penn State. Specifically, that the Nittany Lions need a new head coach, and one name in the running is that of the Crimson Tide’s current head coach,

The Nittany Lions started strong in 2025-26, and while doubts linger about whether they can keep up the streak, the potential for optimism continues growing.

The Penn State Nittany Lions have their backs against the wall and their futures in limbo, as interim coach Terry Smith looks for a way to get his team revved

Penn State’s quarterback, Ethan Grunkemeyer, has had as many interceptions as touchdowns. This is something the defense needs to capitalize on. The Blackshirts are going to be disruptive to Grunkemeyer and cause him to make mistakes and try and use his feet.

PLAYER (S) ON THE SPOT: Penn State’s corners. If the Lions’ defensive backs allow Indiana’s wideouts to run past them the way Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate did last Saturday, PSU will lose by four touchdowns.

On the ensuing Indiana possession, Mendoza tried to hit a deep corner route on second down, but under-threw his man who got undercut by Penn State safety King Mack for an interception that gave the Nittany Lions the ball back in plus territory.

Louisville's Jeff Brohm was another rumored name for Penn State, as he's led the Cardinals to three strong seasons in his tenure. But according to On3 's report on Nov. 12, Louisville is "working" on a contract extension to keep Brohm with the team, seemingly taking his name out of the race as well.

"I think my best football is ahead of me," Allar said in a candid call with reporters Thursday. "Honestly, this injury might be a blessing for me, just to be able to kind of sit back and reflect on different things and just learn different things,