Penn State football's beloved pregame show, "Nittany Game Week," is set to return for its sixth season, and this year it will reach more fans than ever before. The show, featuring former Nittany Lions coaches Tom Bradley and Jay Paterno, and hosted by FOX43 Sports Director Todd Sadowski, will now be available to over 24 million people across eight states, including Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia, New Jersey, and Virginia. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the program, which has become a year-round destination for Penn State fans.
The addition of FOX 29 Philadelphia to the Nittany Game Week Network is a major step in broadening the show's audience. Furthermore, the show will be featured on Reach TV in 90 US airports, including 48 of the top 50, allowing travelers to catch the latest Nittany Lions coverage from coast to coast. This increased visibility underscores the show's growing popularity and its importance to the Penn State community.
Beyond the traditional pregame broadcast, Nittany Game Week has evolved into a comprehensive platform offering exclusive scouting reports, "Impact Interviews," and interactive segments featuring fan questions and game-day photos. The show extends well beyond the football season, continuing through May to cover the entirety of Penn State athletics. This year-round presence keeps fans engaged and informed, fostering a deeper connection to the university's sports programs.
"We give Nittany Lions fans the kind of insight you can't get anywhere else," says Paterno. "Tom and I bring decades of experience, our guests bring unique perspectives, and with Todd, we're able to preview the game while telling the stories that make Penn State athletics so special, from football in the fall to the entire spectrum of Nittany Lions athletics throughout the year."
The show kicks off on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29, with broadcasts scheduled across multiple networks and time slots. Friday evening features the show at 6:30 p.m. on FOX43 WPMT in York/Harrisburg/Lancaster, PA, and at 10:00 p.m. on DelMarVa Sports Network in Salisbury, MD. Saturday morning offers a full slate of programming, including early broadcasts on WSEE-TV The CW in Erie, PA, at 6:00 a.m., and FOX 29 WTXF in Philadelphia at 7:30 a.m. Additional stations include WNEP2 in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, FOX 8 WWCP in Altoona/Johnstown/State College, FOX43 WPMT, WYFX in Youngstown, OH, FOX 53 WPGH in Pittsburgh, BIG FOX WYDC in Elmira/Cortland, NY, and FOX & NBC 9 WTOV in Wheeling, WV, among others.
The show's hosts bring a wealth of experience and unique insights. Tom Bradley, captain of Penn State's 1978 team, has coached more games for the Nittany Lions than any other coach except Joe Paterno. He was named AP Defensive Coordinator of the Year in 2005 and inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2021. Jay Paterno, with over 20 years of college football coaching experience, including 17 at Penn State, has led top-ranked recruiting classes and coached two Big Ten MVPs. Todd Sadowski has been a fixture in Pennsylvania sports media for over two decades, anchoring coverage at FOX43 since 2000 with a focus on Penn State football.
For fans unable to catch the broadcasts, episodes and additional content are available online, including on the show's YouTube channel and digital platforms. This multi-platform approach ensures that no matter where fans are, they can stay connected to their favorite team.
The expansion of Nittany Game Week reflects the enduring passion of Penn State fans and the show's commitment to delivering high-quality, insider content. As the show enters its sixth season, it continues to set a standard for college football pregame programming, bridging the gap between the team and its loyal supporters.
