Matt Campbell criticizes Ohio State and Texas during recruitment talk
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Penn State head coach Matt Campbell addressed recruits while emphasizing the strength of the local football culture. In his remarks, he indirectly criticized Ohio State and Texas by contrasting Penn State's community-centered approach with the larger markets of Austin and Columbus. The comments come after a challenging stretch for the Nittany Lions, who have dropped to a 3-3 record this season following a loss to USC. Penn State has lost three consecutive games and remains winless in conference play. Campbell is now preparing his team for an upcoming game against Michigan at Michigan Stadium.
- •Penn State is currently 3-3 after a loss to USC.
- •Matt Campbell emphasized Penn State's community over larger programs.
- •The Nittany Lions are 0-3 in conference play.
- •Next game is against Michigan at Michigan Stadium.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Penn State HC Matt Campbell takes savage dig at Ohio State, Texas in message to recruits
"After opening the season with three consecutive wins, Penn State football has now slipped to a 3-3 record following its loss to USC. The three-game losing streak has put head coach Matt Campbell under growing pressure . However, amid this, Campbell recently made headlines with a pointed jab at Ohio State and Texas. While addressing some of the […] The post Penn State HC Matt Campbell takes savage dig at Ohio State, Texas in message to recruits appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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