Penn State's James Franklin: 'We're Going to Look at the Portal' for Linebacker Help

James Franklin Makes Plea to Find Linebacker in Transfer Portal

University Park— Penn State football concluded its spring practice window with the 2025 Blue-White Game at Beaver Stadium, and afterward, coach James Franklin mentioned how the linebacker room is in need of additional growth moving forward. White defeated Blue, 10-8, in the first opportunity the Penn State had to practice or play at the field while construction continues in the revitalization project. Penn State Wins: Team White Edges Team Blue …

Penn State's James Franklin: 'We're Going to Look at the Portal' for Linebacker Help

James Franklin cut to the chase after Penn State’s final spring practice on Saturday. He’s looking for help at linebacker. The unit is thin on depth after the departure of Ta’Mere Robinson, who transferred to USC last week, and stability is needed ahead of a season with national championship expectations.  There’s no room for holes in the roster. “I think we're in good shape, but there's some concerns there. We lost a guy that we didn't anticipa…

‘There’s some concerns’ | Penn State looking to add linebacker depth in transfer portal

Penn State has a long history of elite linebackers. From LaVar Arrington to Jack Ham, “LBU” has been churning out talent since the late 1900s with a record 72 NFL draft picks, and the position has always been a defining…