July 1, 2025

Why the Academic Mission is Losing to the Football Machine - with Jay Paterno, Former Coach, Penn State University, & Author of Blitzed

Why the Academic Mission is Losing to the Football Machine - with Jay Paterno, Former Coach, Penn State University, & Author of Blitzed
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Why the Academic Mission is Losing to the Football Machine - with Jay Paterno, Former Coach, Penn State University, & Author of Blitzed

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In this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodCon

YOUR guest is Jay Paterno, Former Coach, Penn State University, & Author of Blitzed

YOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson, Host, EdUp Accreditation Insights 

  • How is the new 12-team playoff format affecting student-athletes' academic performance? 
  • What mental health challenges are emerging in the NIL & transfer portal era? 
  • How are gambling & social media creating new pressures for college athletes? 

Topics include:

  • Balancing athletic demands with academic priorities in extended playoff seasons 
  • Navigating the professionalization of student-athletes through NIL & revenue sharing 
  • Examining coaching stability & recruitment challenges in the expanded playoff format 

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