BlueWhite Tailgate Pawcast S2 Ep 27: Portal Chaos, Staff Changes and the CFP Semis

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Billy Splain | January 8, 2026

The craziness of the portal has arrived in full force in Happy Valley. Forty players out more than 20 in, Frank, Mike and Andrew dive headfirst into the chaos.

Who is going and why are they going? Is it “disrespect,” money, playing time, a James Franklin reunion? The guys try to peel away at the onion.

What players should Penn State fans be excited about getting out of the portal. Matt Campbell seems to have brought his entire team to Penn State.

The coaching staff just has one more position to be filled as Campbell puts his mark on the program.