Ben Jones has been covering Penn State athletics for 13 years, having been to countless home and road games for Nittany Lion sporting events spanning from the Rose Bowl to the NCAA Tournament. He's also the author of the book Happy Valley Hockey. You can read his work at https://benjonesonpennstate.substack.com and follow him on X (Twitter) at Ben_Jones88
Yes, Penn State Has Been Great. Is That Good Enough?
After another loss to Ohio State, the Penn State Nittany Lions and coach James Franklin ask more existential questions of themselves.
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Is the Penn State-Ohio State Game a Must-Win for the Nittany Lions?
The Penn State Nittany Lions have a huge opportunity against the Ohio State Buckeyes. But the College Football Playoff doesn't hinge on a Nittany Lions win.
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At Penn State, College Football's New Era Arrives on a Nicholas Singleton Billboard
Penn State running back Nicholas Singleton looms over a busy State Collge intersection as part of a Gatorade marketing campaign.
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How Penn State's Second-Half Schedule Sets up for a Playoff Run
The unbeaten Penn State Nittany Lions turn toward a finish that includes three Big Ten road games and a visit from Ohio State.
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What if James Franklin Had Left Penn State for USC?
Three years ago, Penn State's James Franklin appeared to be among the favorites for the USC job. Now he's coaching against the Trojans in the Big Ten.
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COLUMN: That Spontaneous Penn State 'White Out' Was a Banger
Penn State football fans made their own 'White Out' vs. Illinois, bringing a spontaneous energy that roared through Beaver Stadium.
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COLUMN: Penn State Will Define Its Season in the Next 40 Days
The Penn State Nittany Lions open a a decisive stretch of Big Ten games vs. Illinois. with Ohio State always looming.
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COLUMN: How Penn State Can Create Value by Playing Kent State
What's the point for Penn State in playing Kent State as a huge favorite? The Nittany Lions can start by addressing bad habits.
Column: Is Penn State's Defense in Trouble? Fair Question
The Penn State Nittany Lions delivered a first-half defensive clunker vs. Bowling Green. They've done it before and won the Big Ten.