Daniel Mader

Daniel Mader

Daniel Mader, a May 2024 graduate of Penn State, is an Editorial Intern with The Sporting News. As a student journalist with The Daily Collegian, he served as a sports editor and covered Nittany Lions women’s basketball, men’s volleyball and more. He has also covered Penn State football for NBC Sports and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, with additional work in the Centre Daily Times, Lancaster Online and more. Follow him on X @DanielMader_, or Instagram @dmadersports.

Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Tyler Warren (44) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Huskies during the second quarter at Beaver Stadium.
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Penn State's Tyler Warren Launched a Heisman Campaign From a Kernel of Self-Doubt

Penn State's Tyler Warren once wondered whether he was good enough to play tight end for the Nittany Lions. Now, he's having a Heisman-caliber season.

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 Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Amin Vanover (15) celebrates with the Governor's Victory Bell after defeating the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium.
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Why Penn State Stayed Ahead of Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff Rankings

The Penn State Nittany Lions remained one spot ahead of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Week 4 edition of the College Football Playoff rankings.

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Penn State running back Kaytron Allen (13) runs into Purdue Boilermakers linebacker Kydran Jenkins (4) during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium.
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Penn State Vs. Minnesota: Keys to the Game

The Penn State Nittany Lions have been reliably effective against unranked opponents recently. They'll need that focus again vs. the Golden Gophers.

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Penn State defensive ends Dani Dennis-Sutton (33) and Abdul Carter (11) celebrate a sack during the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium.
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Is Penn State's Defense Getting Overlooked This Season?

Penn State Nittany Lions coach James Franklin says, "Our defense is our highest-rated unit, and no one’s talking about it."

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Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Tyler Warren smiles after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium.
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How Minnesota Is Preparing for No. 4 Penn State

Once again, the Penn State Nittany Lions visit the Minnesota Golden Gophers as the nation's fourth-ranked team.

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Penn State Nittany Lions wide receiver Julian Fleming (3) celebrates with wide receiver Omari Evans (5) after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Huskies.
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Penn State Vs. Purdue: Keys to the Game

The Penn State Nittany Lions look for another Big Ten win, and perhaps College Football Playoff style points, when they visit the Purdue Boilermakers.

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Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (15) throws a pass against the Washington Huskies during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium.
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Meet the Coach Behind Penn State's Quarterback Success

Danny O'Brien once lived above Penn State coach James Franklin's garage. Now he's in charge of the Nittany Lions' quarterback room.

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Penn State quarterback Beau Pribula pump fakes before keeping the ball on the ground during an NCAA football game against Ohio State.
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How Penn State Could Deploy Beau Pribula for the Season's Stretch Run

Penn State quarterback Beau Pribula could play a larger role for the Nittany Lions in the season's final three games.

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Penn State Nittany Lions running back Kaytron Allen (13) is stopped at the goal line by the Ohio State Buckeyes defense during a Big Ten football game at Beaver Stadium.
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Penn State Vs. Washington: Keys to the Game

The Penn State Nittany Lions host the Washington Huskies for the annual White Out game at Beaver Stadium.

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Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (15) keeps the ball in the first half of an NCAA football game against Ohio State at Beaver Stadium.
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After First Loss, Penn State Says It's 'Very Dialed In' on Washington

The Penn State Nittany Lions spoke this week of "flushing" the loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes and preparing for a White Out game against Washington.

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Penn State Nittany Lions wide receiver Tre Wallace (6) gestures to Tyler Warren after making a catch near the end zone during the second quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Beaver Stadium.
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Penn State Looks for Bigger Plays From Receivers in Big Ten Play

The Penn State Nittany Lions' wide receivers have been limited against Big Ten teams, notably the Ohio State Buckeyes.

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Penn State coach James Franklin looks on from the sideline during the second quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Beaver Stadium in 2022.
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Penn State's Keys to Victory Vs. Ohio State

Here's how the Penn State Nittany Lions can end their seven-game losing streak against the Ohio State Buckeyes.

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