This is the seventh notable departure/loss for Penn State’s defense ahead of the Pinstripe Bowl, joining defensive end Chaz Coleman (transfer), safety Zakee Wheatley (opt out), defensive tackle Zane Durant (opt out), cornerback Elliot Washington II (transfer), cornerback A.J. Harris (transfer) and linebacker Alex Tatsch (injury).

Penn State meets Clemson in the 2025 Pinstripe Bowl. It will be the Tigers’ first trip to New York City for the postseason contest. The Lions were last there in 2014, when they left victorious over Boston College.

For Blake Miller, the idea of stepping away at the end was never really on the table.

Penn State fans don’t need much reminding about just how crazy the past few months have been, but if they want another one, here you go. Yes, Penn State plays one more football game in the 2025 season on Saturday in the Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson.

John Scott Jr. is headed to Syracuse, where he is expected to take on a multi-title role that includes assistant head coach, defensive run game coordinator, and defensive line coach. The move ends Scott’s two-year stint on Clemson’s defensive staff and sends him to a familiar conference as he steps into an expanded position.

Penn State defensive line coach and former player Deion Barnes is expected to be hired by South Carolina, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Barnes has coached Penn

Jon Heacock, who was Matt Campbell's defensive coordinator for 10 seasons at Iowa State, announces his retirement.

Penn State football has lost its second top cornerback before the Pinstripe Bowl with A.J. Harris expected to transfer, according to reports.