‘Nittany Game Week’ Returns for 6th Season, Reaching More Than 24 Million People Across 8 States

STATE COLLEGE, PA, August 24, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ — “Nittany Game Week,” the Penn State football pregame show featuring former Nittany Lions coaches Tom Bradley and Jay Paterno and hosted by FOX43 Sports Director Todd Sadowski is back for its sixth season and reaching more fans than ever.

For the 2026 season, Nittany Game Week will reach more than 24 million people across eight states (PA, NY, OH, MD, DE, WV, NJ, and VA), with FOX 29 Philadelphia joining the Nittany Game Week Network as its newest station. The show will also be seen on Reach TV in 90 US Airports from JFK to LAX, including 48 of the Top 50.

Nittany Game Week has become a year-round destination for Penn State fans, extending beyond the traditional pregame show with exclusive scouting reports and “Impact Interviews,” as well as fan questions and game-day photo submissions. The show also continues through May, covering the entirety of Penn State sports.

“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.”

When and Where: “Nittany Game Week” returns Friday, August 28 and Saturday, August 29, with broadcasts throughout Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Virginia:

Fridays:
06:30 p.m. — FOX43 WPMT York/Harrisburg/Lancaster, PA
10:00 p.m. — DelMarVa Sports Network Salisbury, MD

Saturdays:
06:00 a.m. — WSEE-TV The CW Erie, PA
07:30 a.m. — FOX 29 WTXF Philadelphia, PA
08:00 a.m. — WNEP2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA
08:30 a.m. — FOX 8 WWCP Altoona/Johnstown/State College, PA
09:00 a.m. — FOX43 WPMT York/Harrisburg/Lancaster, PA
09:00 a.m. — WYFX Youngstown, OH
09:30 a.m. — FOX 53 WPGH Pittsburgh, PA
09:30 a.m. — FOX 8 WWCP Altoona/Johnstown/State College, PA
09:30 a.m. — BIG FOX WYDC Elmira/Cortland, NY
09:30 a.m. — FOX & NBC 9 WTOV Wheeling, WV
11:00 a.m. — DelMarVa Sports Network Salisbury, MD
11:30 a.m. — ABC 16 WNEP Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA
11:30 a.m. — ABC 23 WWCP Altoona/Johnstown/State College, PA

Episodes and additional content are also available online, including the show’s YouTube channel and digital platforms.

What: “Nittany Game Week” is a Penn State football pregame show hosted by FOX43 Sports Director Todd Sadowski and featuring longtime Penn State coaches Tom Bradley and Jay Paterno. The show combines game analysis, scouting, interviews, and stories from inside Penn State athletics, giving fans an insider’s perspective before kickoff.

Who: Behind “Nittany Game Week” is a team with deep roots in Penn State football and Pennsylvania sports media:

Tom Bradley: Captain of Penn State,s 1978 team (only Joe Paterno has coached more games for the Nittany Lions). Named AP Defensive Coordinator of the year in 2005, and inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2021.

Jay Paterno: Over 20 years coaching college football, including 17 at Penn State, where he led top-ranked recruiting classes, coached two Big Ten MVPs, and helped create one of the conference’s most explosive offenses.

Todd Sadowski: Todd has been a standout in Pennsylvania sports media for over 20 years, anchoring coverage at FOX43 since 2000 with a focus on Penn State football.

About Jay: Jay Paterno is an author, coach, and commentator with deep roots in college football. As the son of legendary coach Joe Paterno, Jay spent over two decades coaching, including 17 years at Penn State. His latest book, “BLITZED! The All-Out Pressure of College Football’s New Era,” offers a gripping exploration of the challenges facing today’s college football coaches, from NIL deals to mental health. A sought-after speaker, Paterno regularly shares insights on leadership, resilience, and the changing landscape of athletics. His writing and commentary have made him a respected voice in sports and leadership circles. Learn more at JayVPaterno.com.

For more information, visit the online press kit at JayPaterno.OnlinePresskit247.com and public site JayVPaterno.com. For interviews with Jay, send requests to Anita J.K. and Michelle T.N., Wasabi Publicity, Inc. 828.817.4034 [email protected].

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