May 2025
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Schuylkill Valley DT Nickolas Moyer
May 15, 2025 | Billy Splain
Nickolas Moyer D-Tackle Schuylkill Valley Class Of 2026 Jersey #65 HT/WT 6’0, 300 2025 Regulars Season stats26 total tackles – 4 solo tackles and 16 assisted tackles, 3 TFL’s Other sports Lacrosse Lancaster Lebanon League first team defensive tackle and honorable mention all county d-tackle Twitter @moyer874319 Coach says: “Total Tackles: 26 total tackles – […]
2025 Player Profile: Getting to know Bucktail OG Evan Ransom
May 14, 2025 | Billy Splain
Evan Ransom Offensive guard Bucktail Class Of 2026 Jersey #60 HT/WT 5-11 240 Primary blocker for a 2x 1000 yard rusher District 9 first team All-Star team coaches award team captain as a Junior Twitter @EvanRansom1 Coach says: “He is entering his 4th year as a starter on the Offensive Line for Bucktail Area. As […]
2025 Player Profile: Getting to know Greater Latrobe Lineman Lucas Kolenc
May 13, 2025 | Mia Williams
Lucas Kolenc Greater Latrobe Class Of 2026 Positions: Offensive line Jersey #79 HT/WT 6’3 300 Other sports: Track and field (Discus and Shot Put) 2nd team All-conference offensive guard Twitter: @LucasJKolenc Coach says: From a kid who never had played football until his freshman year to a senior who is fielding college interest from various […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Annville Cleona ATH Jonathan Moran
May 12, 2025 | Billy Splain
Jonathan Moran WR/SLOT/RB/DB Annville Cleona Secondary school Class Of 2026 Jersey #14 HT/WT 180lbs 15 recs 448 rec yds 5tds; 15 car 182yds 1tds; 45 tackles 5 pass deflections Other sports: Track 1st team all league DB, 2nd team all league WR Twitter @jonathanmoran07 Coach says: “Jon is a 2 sport athlete that really came […]
2025 AFL Mega Practice Photos
May 10, 2025 | Carter Weems
This weekend The Accountability for Life program, led by Russell Stoner, held their third annual Mega Practice at York Highs Smalls Field. Well over 200 college football hopefuls from all over PA, New Jersey, Florida, Delaware, Florida and more lined up and competed in front of over 70 college coaches from all over the east […]
Nolan DiLucia Commits to Villanova
May 10, 2025 | Mia Williams
On Saturday, Nolan DiLucia, a 6’2, 195-pound quarterback and strong safety from Peters Township High School committed to Villanova. DiLucia, who will graduate in 2026, was a three-year varsity player who has thrown for over 2100 total yards with 21 touchdowns. DiLucia has also rushed for over 500 yards and 5 touchdowns. DiLuica was voted […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Notre Dame Green Pond lineman Austin Casal
May 10, 2025 | Billy Splain
Austin Casal Notre Dame (Green Pond) Class Of 2026 position: D-Line, O-Line, Linebacker, Long Snapper Jersey #56 HT/WT 6’0”. 227lbs Other sports Baseball Team MVP: Baseball & Football (Offense) Twitter @AustinCasal4 Coach says: “Austin Casal is the kind of player every coach wants in their program. He’s disciplined, explosive, and has a relentless motor on […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Berlin-Brothersvalley RB/OLB Seth Kimmel
May 9, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Seth Kimmel RB / OLB Berlin-Brothersvalley Class of 2026 Jersey #29 HT/WT 5’10 / 195 Other Sports – Wrestling 2024 Stats – 84 tackles 15 TFL 2.5 Sacks Twitter – @kimmel_seth Coach says: “Seth is a nose to the grindstone no-nonsense type player. Seth is one of our only players who will enter this season […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Bellefonte WR/DB Ashten Howell
May 8, 2025 | Noah Radio
Ashten Howell WR/DB Bellefonte Class Of 2027 Jersey #6 HT/WT 5’9″/170 lbs 54 Tckls, 6 tfl, 4 int, 3 Pbu, 590 yds, 3 TDs Honorable mention all-LHAC safety Twitter @ashtenh6 Coach says: “Ashten experienced a breakout season last year, averaging 7.7 yards per carry and 16 yards per reception. Additionally, Ashten recorded 4 interceptions defensively. […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Butler Area WR/DB Preston Simko
May 7, 2025 | Billy Splain
Preston Simko WR and safety Butler Area Class Of 2026 Jersey #10 HT/WT6’0/170 In the 5 games played fully healthy IN 2025: 3 TDs .6 TD/G 424 yards 84.8 Y/G 32 catches 6.4 Rec/G Other sports : Indoor/outdoor track and lacrosse Twitter @PrestonSimko Coach says: “4.0 student. Preston had lots of success as a junior […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Phoenixville Area lineman Cameron English
May 6, 2025 | Billy Splain
Cameron English OL/DL Phoenixville Area Class Of 2026 Jersey 70 HT/WT 6’1” 273 lbs 1st team all PAC and all Region for Offensive Line Other sports Track and Field (Shotput) Track Team MVP 2nd at conference championship, 3rd in the district, and state championship qualifier as a sophomore Twitter @CamEnglish70 Coach says: Cameron has been […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Shamokin RB/LB Za’Kem Clinton
May 5, 2025 | Billy Splain
Za’kem Clinton RB,OLB Shamokin Class Of 2026 Jersey #21 HT/WT6-0, 230 12 tds,12 sacks,1000 yard rusher Other sports Track All state OLB Twitter @Zakem_clinton21 Let’s get to know Za’Kem Coach says: “Zakem is a force to be reckoned with! He is big, physical and strong and it was no surprise that he earned 1st Team […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Pine-Richland RB Maclane Miller
May 5, 2025 | Mia Williams
Maclane Miller Pine-Richland High School Class Of 2026 Running Back First-team all-conference running back Jersey #7 HT/WT 5’8 190 Twitter @maclane_miller7 Coach says: “Tough nose, downhill runner that is going to punish tacklers. Great balance from wrestling background. Packs an explosive punch, will be fun to watch.” Let’s get to know Maclane: How long have […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know Richland lineman Brodie Hollis
May 4, 2025 | Billy Splain
Brodie Hollis Richland Class Of 2026 positions: Nose tackle and Guard Jersey #55 HT/WT 6 foot 272 81 total tackles and 3 sacks 2024 season Other sports: Track and field 1st team all conference and 1st tribune democrat Twitter: @hollis_brodie4 Why do you play football? I love football and I love the intensity of the […]
Penn State Adds 4-Star Outside Linebacker Terry Wiggins
May 3, 2025 | Mason Eddinger
Penn State continues to beef up its 2026 class by signing 4-star recruit Terry Wiggins. This is the 14th recruit Penn State has signed in its 2026 class. Nationally, the Nittany Lions currently rank 5th in the 2026 recruiting rankings. Furthermore, Wiggins is the team’s first linebacker to commit to the class. Head Coach James […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to know J.P.McCaskey LB/TE Sam Ruggiero
May 3, 2025 | Billy Splain
Sam Ruggiero J.P McCaskey Class Of 2026 positions Middle Linebacker, Tight End Jersey #8 HT/WT 6’2 220 Twitter @SamRuggiero54 Coach says: “Sam is a two-year starter who’s done it all—tight end, H-back, tackle, linebacker, defensive end. He’s the kind of player every coach wants: tough, versatile, and, above all, coachable. You tell Sam what you need, […]
2025 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Pittston Area IOL/DT Gunnar Zaledonis
May 2, 2025 | Hunter Myers
Gunnar Zaledonis IOL / DT Pittston Area High School Class of 2026 Jersey #74 HT/WT 6’2 / 275 Other Sports – Track & Field 2022 – 1st Team All Wyoming Valley Conference Twitter – @GunnarZale Coach says “Gunnar will be a four-year starter on our offensive line, which speaks volumes about his consistency and talent. […]
BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast Ep 34 New Look Wide Receivers & LB Portal Talk Post BlueWhite Game
May 2, 2025 | Billy Splain
Spring Practice is in the books for the Nittany Lions as the Lions head into the summer after a windy day in the construction zone formerly known as Beaver Stadium. Mike Gross, Frank Bodani and Andrew Kalista try to break down why James Franklin and fans can’t seem to get along. How has this team […]
Pine-Richland Star CB Jay Timmons Commits to Indiana
April 28, 2025 | Blake Fuchs
Three-star cornerback recruit Lawrence “Jay” Timmons has committed to the University of Indiana, announcing the decision March 28th. blessed🤘🏾#gohoosiers @CfbRalb @TheUCReport @CCignettiIU @CoachOlaAdams @IndianaFootball @Coach_LeDonne @PR_RamsFootball pic.twitter.com/5Ddtl0r32v — Lawrence “Jay” Timmons 3⭐️ (@jay__timmons) April 29, 2025 Timmons was instrumental in Pine-Richland’s third straight WPIAL 5A championship appearance and second championship victory in that three year […]
Full List of Pennsylvania High School Players Drafted/Signed to NFL teams
April 27, 2025 | Mason Eddinger
Although not on the level of California, Texas, or Florida, Pennsylvania is one of the premier states for pro talent. Over 80 players hailing from Pennsylvania have been drafted over the last ten years, and this year, another group of pros from the Keystone State were installed into NFL teams. #3 New York Giants: Abdul […]
Trio of Nittany Lions Drafted During Latter Rounds of NFL Draft
April 27, 2025 | Mason Eddinger
After Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren went in the top 15 in the first round, Penn State players had to wait a bit longer to hear their names called. On Friday morning, we discussed Carter and Warren’s fits with their new teams, which you can find here. For today, we will discuss the other three […]
Former SJP QB drafted by hometown team
April 27, 2025 | Jason Napoli
Kyle McCord has been a name around the PA/Philadelphia area for a while dating back to his time at St. Joseph’s Prep. He was drafted in the sixth round at pick 181 by the Philadelphia Eagles. McCord played with Eagles Jeremiah Trotter Jr when they were both at the Prep. When playing for the Hawks, […]
Pair of Nittany Lions go in Round One of NFL Draft
April 25, 2025 | Mason Eddinger
Penn State players were expected to be a part of the 2025 NFL Draft, and two of them were selected in the first round. #3 New York Giants: Abdul Carter The Seton LaSalle turned Penn State and now New York Giant player gets his name called in the top 3, as expected. Carter was […]
Former Philly Area All-Stars Look Forward to Draft Weekend
April 24, 2025 | Anthony Franklin
The 2025 NFL Draft will take place Thursday night through Saturday evening. Over the course of those 3 days there are quite a fee players from Philadelphia and Delaware county who will hear their name called or sign contracts with teams after the draft concludes. Leading the way will be Penn State edge rusher Abdul […]
PA’s Top 2026 QB Picks Mizzou
April 18, 2025 | Mike Livingston
La Salle College High School junior quarterback Gavin Sidwar has officially committed to the University of Missouri, PaFootballNews learned Via Hayes Fawcett Friday afternoon. The 6-foot-3 190 pounder is ranked the 11th best player in PA (Via. 247Sports) in the class of 2026, and the second best quarterback behind only Penn State commit Peyton Falzone […]
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