Penn State football's pregame show, "Nittany Game Week," is back for its sixth season, and this year it's reaching more fans than ever before. The show, which features former Nittany Lions coaches Tom Bradley and Jay Paterno and is hosted by FOX43 Sports Director Todd Sadowski, will now be seen by more than 24 million people across eight states: Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia, New Jersey, and Virginia. The expansion includes a new partnership with FOX 29 Philadelphia, which joins the Nittany Game Week Network as its newest station. Additionally, the show will be available on Reach TV in 90 U.S. airports, including 48 of the top 50, from JFK to LAX.
This growth reflects the show's evolution from a traditional pregame program into a year-round destination for Penn State fans. Beyond game previews, "Nittany Game Week" now offers exclusive scouting reports, "Impact Interviews," and segments featuring fan questions and game-day photo submissions. The show continues through May, covering the full spectrum of Nittany Lions athletics. According to Jay Paterno, the show provides insights that fans can't find elsewhere: "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."
The broadcast schedule kicks off on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29, with airings across multiple networks. On Fridays, the show airs 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. Saturdays feature a robust lineup, starting at 6:00 a.m. on WSEE-TV The CW in Erie, PA, and continuing with times on FOX 29 WTXF Philadelphia, WNEP2 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, FOX 8 WWCP Altoona/Johnstown/State College, FOX43 WPMT, WYFX Youngstown, FOX 53 WPGH Pittsburgh, BIG FOX WYDC Elmira/Cortland, FOX & NBC 9 WTOV Wheeling, and ABC affiliates. The show also maintains an online presence through its YouTube channel and digital platforms.
The team behind "Nittany Game Week" brings deep roots in Penn State football and Pennsylvania sports media. Tom Bradley captained Penn State's 1978 team and has coached more games for the Nittany Lions than anyone 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 spent over 20 years coaching college football, including 17 at Penn State, where he 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.
The show's expanded reach highlights the growing demand for insider perspectives on college football, particularly for programs with passionate fan bases like Penn State. By broadening its distribution to include more states and airports, "Nittany Game Week" is positioning itself as a must-watch for Nittany Lions fans across the country. The addition of FOX 29 Philadelphia and Reach TV ensures that fans can stay connected to their team, whether at home or traveling. For more information about the show and to access additional content, fans can visit the official website at JayVPaterno.com and the online press kit at JayPaterno.OnlinePresskit247.com.
