Podcast
The Analytical Lion
Are you a fan of Penn State football or basketball? Then The Analytical Lion is just the show for you! Penn State football and basketball scout Josh Davis dives deep into your favorite college sports teams to give the latest and most accurate analysis on PSU sports. Analyzing specific plays from previous games, researching heaps of stats, and making unbiased takes and predictions are just some of the things that are on The Analytical Lion. If that sounds like your cup of tea, then jump right in and enjoy the show!
- Episodes
- 164
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 25 min
- On air since
- 2021
- Latest episode
- 2 days ago
Episodes
164 episodes, newest first
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21 min
Penn State Beats Purdue! Plus PSU vs Washington and Basketball Season Preview
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes Penn State's win over Purdue, Cam Wallace's takeover, and why this game doesn't move the needle for Matt Campbell's long term outlook. Then he previews PSU vs Washington, and what the Nittany Lions need to do to earn a winning streak on the road in Seattle. He also talks about the top results and games around the country in college football. Finally, Josh previews Penn State Basketball and their upcoming season. Mike Rhoades has filled a lot of holes and has a very underrated team. If things click, is PSU a dark horse in the B1G?If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLionCheck out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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23 min
Will The Nittany Lions Look Different? Penn State vs Purdue Preview Plus The Updated Top 12
Show notes
Josh Davis previews Penn State vs Purdue on Halloween night, in what might be Matt Campbell's last chance to prove he can fix his mess in Happy Valley. Josh also gives his updated top 12 teams in college football, which keeps getting shaken up with more chaos every weekend!If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLionCheck out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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32 min
Matt Campbell Is Officially On The Hot Seat! Analyzing PSU vs Michigan Plus My Top 12 Rankings
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes Penn State's loss to Michigan, and how Matt Campbell got thoroughly outcoached once again. Campbell's is on the hot seat, and must make the necessary changes to start winning games and keep his job. Then Josh talks about a legendary week of college football, and tries to make sense of the chaos with his list of top 12 teams!
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!
Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!
https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLion
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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28 min
What Went Wrong In The Whiteout? Analyzing USC and Penn State vs Michigan
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes the White Out game against USC and how Penn State lost their biggest game of the season. Lincoln Riley coached circles around Matt Campbell, as the record crowd of 114,000 in Beaver Stadium didn't matter. Then Josh previews PSU vs Michigan, and how the two programs have been on similar trajectories this year. Finally, he gives his top 12 teams in college football after week six!
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!
Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!
https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLion
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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22 min
The Changes Matt Campbell Needs To Make. Analyzing Northwestern and Penn State vs USC
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes Penn State's blowout loss to Northwestern, and explains the top changes that need to be made for PSU to start winning games. Then he previews the White Out game against USC, and how the Nittany Lions can bounce back in the greatest show in college sports!If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLionCheck out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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26 min
The Matt Campbell Era Ends Before It Even Began. Analyzing Wisconsin and Penn State vs Northwestern
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes the brutal choke loss to Wisconsin, and where Matt Campbell goes from here. It was a stupid mistake to believe that anybody from Iowa State could succeed in the B1G, and I told you so! Josh also previews the game on Friday against Northwestern, and what changes Penn State must make in order to win.If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLionCheck out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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22 min
Another Big Win For Penn State! Analyzing Buffalo and Penn State vs Wisconsin
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes the Nittany Lions big win over Buffalo, including what went well and a few things that still need to be improved upon. Then he previews Penn State vs Wisconsin, and the exciting night matchup in Beaver Stadium to open B1G play. PSU better bring their A-game if they want to win this one!
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!
Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon to dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLionCheck out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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27 min
The Matt Campbell Era Starts With A Bang! Analyzing Marshall and Penn State vs Temple
Show notes
Josh Davis talks about the epic beginning to the Matt Campbell era, as Penn State shuts out Marshall in a 45-0 victory. From Koby Howard to Tony Rojas, the team was locked in and controlled all 60 minutes of the game. Then Josh previews the first road game of the season with an interesting matchup against Temple. Also at the end he talks about the other top games and moments around college football.
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon, or get a full access subscription for $5, which will help you dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!patreon.com/TheAnalyticalLionCheck out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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26 min
PSU Football Is Back! Get Ready For Penn State vs Marshall
Show notes
Josh Davis previews the Nittany Lions' season opener versus Marshall. A Stripe Out environment welcomes the Matt Campbell era, and Penn State looks to kick off 2026, 1-0.
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!
Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon, or get a full access subscription for $5, which will help you dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!
https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLion
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!
Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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40 min
I Predicted The College Football Playoffs Before The Season Starts!
Show notes
Josh Davis does a full college football roundtable, focusing on the top playoff contenders for the upcoming season. A select few teams start their season for week zero this weekend, so it's safe to say that college football is finally back! Now, who are the 12 teams that will end up earning their way to the playoffs?
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!
Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon, or get a full access subscription for $5, which will help you dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!
https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLion
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!
Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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43 min
Your FULL 2026 Penn State Football Preview!
Show notes
TAL is back baby! Josh Davis kicks off the season with his full preview of the Nittany Lions football team, going through every position group and game on the schedule. He gives his thoughts and opinions on every aspect of the program as it goes through a complete overhaul, and lays out the expectations for what fans can expect to see in Beaver Stadium this season.
If you want to see more of this kind of content, feel free to subscribe and support the show! TAL has you covered with premier Penn State football content all season long!
Sign up for a FREE membership to TAL's Patreon, or get a full access subscription for $5, which will help you dominate betting college football this season! Join the Analytical Pride today!
https://www.patreon.com/c/TheAnalyticalLion
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season!
Also, check out the X/Twitter account for even more content and updates!
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21 min
Blue-White Practice Analysis, And The Top-10 QB's In The B1G
Show notes
Josh Davis talks about the Blue-White practice, and reveals which position groups look the most polished after the spring season. Then he lists his top ten quarterbacks in the Big Ten for 2026, including some new transfers to look out for!
We're officially in the offseason, so TAL will be slowing down for the summer. You'll see some videos every now and then, including some baseball content which we're excited about. Thank you so much for your support this season, and as always, Go Nittany Lions!
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24 min
The Five Players To Watch During The Blue-White Game
Show notes
Josh Davis recaps a solid first spring football season for Matt Campbell and Penn State, and talks about the top five guys he's most interested in seeing in Beaver Stadium on Saturday. Josh also talks about the NFL draft later this week, and where the top PSU players could get selected in Pittsburgh. Finally, he talks about PSU Basketball and how Coach Rhoades is reloading via the transfer portal, ensuring size and experience won't be an issue again next year.
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every week! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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17 min
Penn State Recruiting Whip Around, Plus A Blue-White Game Update
Show notes
Josh Davis talks about PSU football and basketball's new recruits that recently committed, as both teams continue through crucial points of the offseason. At the end, he talks about the Blue-White game, and how this year things are going to look a little different for the spring event.
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every week! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates! -
19 min
March Madness Turns Bananas, Plus PSU Football Spring Practice Begins
Show notes
March Bananas? Well Braylon Mullins sure thinks so with his legendary shot to take down Duke. Josh Davis analyzes an epic weekend of college hoops, and which of the final four teams are best primed to cut the nets in Indianapolis.
Then he talks some PSU Football as Matt Campbell and Co. started spring practice last week. Who are the top players to look out for leading up to the Blue-White game?Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every week! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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14 min
Recapping A Chalky First Week of Madness and Previewing The Sweet Sixteen
Show notes
Josh Davis analyzes the top March Madness games from the first two rounds of action, including big upset wins for Iowa and Texas. Then he moves on to the Sweet Sixteen, and previews every major matchup on tap for this week!
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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10 min
A Quick PSU Basketball Update, and Why This Team Is Setup For Future Success
Show notes
Josh Davis gives an update on the Penn State Basketball team after their big upset win over Iowa this past weekend. Coach Rhoades has his group in the right place right now to build on everything they do, and wins like this one can propel a team to future success.
Are you ready for March Madness? Keep on joining TAL as we approach the best tournament in sports! Josh will keep you updated for anything and everything college hoops!
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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21 min
More Conference Realignment?! Plus Another Tough Loss For PSU Hoops
Show notes
Josh Davis talks about some changes going on around PSU Football, and some change going on out in the Mountain West. The Bison move up to the big leagues, and immediately become a threat to make the CFP! Josh also talks some PSU Hoops as they look to rebound from a tough loss to USC.
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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25 min
Perusing Penn State's Schedule For 2026, Plus Basketball Finally Won!
Show notes
Josh Davis goes over the (kind of) newly released schedule for PSU Football next season, and gives his prediction for the Nittany Lions record in year one under Matt Campbell. He also talks about the hockey game in Beaver Stadium, and how it sets the stage for more non-football events in the future. Finally, he talks some Penn State Hoops, and their first B1G win of the season against Minnesota.
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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30 min
New Penn State QB Connor Barry, Plus A Whiteout This Weekend!
Show notes
Josh Davis talks about Penn State's new transfer QB Connor Barry and how he will battle with Rocco Becht for the starting spot. Barry is an underrated lefty with elite arm talent and decision making, and didn't lose a game last year at CNU. Josh also talks about the hockey game at Beaver Stadium this weekend, which will feature some snowy weather for a Whiteout occasion! Finally, he talks some PSU Hoops, and the tough but necessary progress Mike Rhoades is making in building the program.
Check out TAL on YouTube, where you can find new content every day of this college football season! Also, check out the X/Twitter account for extra content and updates!
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