Penn State football fans across the mid-Atlantic will have more access than ever to pregame analysis as "Nittany Game Week" returns for its sixth season. 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—according to an announcement made on August 24, 2026.
The show's expanded footprint includes the addition of FOX 29 Philadelphia to the Nittany Game Week Network, marking its entry into the nation's fourth-largest media market. Additionally, the program will be available on Reach TV in 90 U.S. airports, including 48 of the top 50, from JFK to LAX, ensuring that traveling fans can stay connected to their team no matter where they are. This growth reflects the show's evolution from a regional pregame broadcast to a year-round destination for Penn State athletics coverage.
The show is set to premiere its 2026 season on Friday, August 28, and Saturday, August 29, with a lineup of broadcasts across multiple networks. On Fridays, viewers can tune in at 6:30 p.m. on FOX43 in York/Harrisburg/Lancaster, PA, and at 10:00 p.m. on DelMarVa Sports Network in Salisbury, MD. Saturday offerings include early-morning slots such as 6:00 a.m. on WSEE-TV in Erie, PA, and 7:30 a.m. on FOX 29 in Philadelphia, followed by a series of broadcasts through the morning and early afternoon. The schedule showcases the show's reach, with air times on networks like WNEP2 in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, FOX 8 in Altoona/Johnstown/State College, WYFX in Youngstown, OH, FOX 53 in Pittsburgh, BIG FOX in Elmira/Cortland, NY, and FOX & NBC 9 in Wheeling, WV, among others.
What sets Nittany Game Week apart is its combination of insider knowledge and storytelling. Jay Paterno, who brings over 20 years of college coaching experience, including 17 at Penn State, emphasized the show's unique value: "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 extends beyond the football season, continuing through May to cover all Penn State sports. It also includes exclusive scouting reports, "Impact Interviews," and interactive segments featuring fan questions and game-day photo submissions. This year-round approach has helped the program build a dedicated following, and its expansion into new markets and airports underscores the growing demand for in-depth coverage of the Nittany Lions.
The team behind the show boasts deep roots in Penn State football. Tom Bradley, a captain of the 1978 team, holds the distinction of having coached more games for the Nittany Lions than anyone except Joe Paterno. He was named AP Defensive Coordinator of the Year in 2005 and was inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2021. Jay Paterno, a former coach and author, spent 17 years 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.
For fans who miss the broadcasts, episodes and additional content are available online, including the show's YouTube channel and digital platforms. The show's growing reach is a testament to its popularity and the enduring passion of Penn State supporters. As the Nittany Lions prepare for the 2026 season, Nittany Game Week stands ready to bring fans closer to the action, no matter where they are.
