The Penn State football roster that shined in the College Football Playoff semifinals and produced the most wins in school history will return a serious core of contributors. Foundationally, the Nittany Lions appear in about as good of shape as possible heading into preparations for a 2025 season with even greater expectations.

Penn State football's starting special teams unit are all making a return in 2025, special teams coordinator Justin Lustig announced on Wednesday morning. Placekicker Ryan Barker, punter Riley Thompson, kickoff specialist Gabe Nwosu and long snapper Tyler Duzansky are all expected back.

The Penn State Nittany Lions bring back four captains from their 2025 roster, including former walk-on Dom DeLuca.

Abdul Carter could wind up as the NFL Draft’s No. 1 overall pick in April. Safety Jaylen Reed was one of Penn State’s most versatile players. But there’s an argument to be made that nobody was more valuable in 2024 than King. There was a steep dropoff at linebacker without him on the field.

Penn State is losing another key defender for the Nittany Lions’ defense to the draft. Linebacker Kobie King announced on social media Tuesday that he is going to enter the upcoming NFL Draft. “I want to thank God for blessing me and allowing me to pursue my passion to the