STATE COLLEGE, PA — As Penn State football gears up for another season, the popular pregame show "Nittany Game Week" is back for its sixth year, significantly expanding its audience. The show, hosted by FOX43 Sports Director Todd Sadowski and featuring former Nittany Lions coaches Tom Bradley and Jay Paterno, will now reach more than 24 million people across eight states: Pennsylvania, New York, Ohio, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia, New Jersey, and Virginia. This expansion marks a milestone for the program, which has become a year-round destination for Penn State fans.
The 2026 season brings two major additions to the Nittany Game Week Network. FOX 29 Philadelphia joins as the newest station, and the show will also be broadcast on Reach TV in 90 U.S. airports, including 48 of the top 50, from JFK to LAX. This means fans traveling for business or pleasure can catch the show while on the go, further solidifying the program's reach.
Beyond the traditional pregame show, Nittany Game Week has evolved into a comprehensive platform for Penn State athletics. It features exclusive scouting reports, "Impact Interviews," fan questions, and game-day photo submissions. The show also continues through May, covering the entirety of Penn State sports, not just football. This year-round approach provides fans with continuous insider access, something that sets it apart from typical pregame shows.
Jay Paterno, who co-hosts the show, emphasized the unique value it brings: "We give Nittany Lions fans the kind of insight you can't get anywhere else. 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's expansion is a testament to its popularity and the enduring passion of Penn State fans. With the addition of FOX 29 Philadelphia, the program now has a significant presence in the state's largest media market, and the airport distribution ensures that even fans on the move can stay connected. The 2026 broadcast schedule includes Friday and Saturday slots across multiple networks, with times ranging from 6:30 p.m. on Fridays to early Saturday morning slots, ensuring that fans can tune in before kickoff.
The team behind Nittany Game Week brings a wealth of experience. Tom Bradley, a captain of Penn State's 1978 team and the only coach to have coached more games for the Nittany Lions than Joe Paterno, 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 standout in Pennsylvania sports media for over 20 years, anchoring coverage at FOX43 since 2000.
For fans looking to catch the show, episodes and additional content are available online, including the show's YouTube channel and digital platforms. Jay Paterno also maintains a public site at JayVPaterno.com, where fans can learn more about his latest book, "BLITZED! The All-Out Pressure of College Football's New Era," and his insights on the changing landscape of athletics.
As the 2026 season kicks off, Nittany Game Week is poised to be the go-to source for Penn State football analysis, reaching more fans than ever before. Whether at home or in an airport, Nittany Lions supporters can rely on the show to deliver the insider perspective they crave.
