Matt Campbell reflects on building culture at Penn State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Matt Campbell appeared on the Josh Pate Show, discussing his journey at Penn State after moving from Iowa State. He emphasized the importance of developing a program through alignment and culture, despite the resources available at his new job. Since joining Penn State, he brought 29 transfers from Iowa State and is focused on reestablishing recruiting efforts, with the aim of creating a successful program in 2026. Campbell's leadership approach stems from his experiences in developing teams from the ground up, which he believes will benefit the Nittany Lions moving forward.
- •Matt Campbell discusses his coaching philosophy on the Josh Pate Show.
- •He emphasizes culture building over available resources.
- •Campbell transferred 29 players from Iowa State to Penn State.
- •His experiences shape his leadership approach at Penn State.
- •The 2026 season is a crucial test for his methods.
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