Welcome BACK to The Lions Den!This week, Andrew Rappelyea chats with special teams standouts Tyler Duzansky & Riley Thompson about their paths to PSU and the keys to success in college football. Whether you're a die-hard Penn State fan, a college football enthusiast, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes grind of CFB athletes, this episode delivers valuable insights, authentic stories, and plenty of good vibes.Here’s what to expect:- Riley shares the big picture of his transition from Australian football to NCAA.- Insights into the ProKick Australia program and how it shaped Riley’s football career.- Tyler discusses his journey as a long snapper. - What it takes to adapt to new special teams coordinators and consistently perform at an elite level.- The role of chemistry and trust in building a successful special teams unit.- Personal stories about overcoming challenges, family support, and staying motivated.FOLLOW STATE MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | ⁠https://twitter.com/StateMediaPSU⁠► TIKTOK | ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@statemediapsu⁠► INSTAGRAM | ⁠https://www.instagram.com/statemediapsu/⁠► YOUTUBE | ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@StateMediaPSU?sub_confirmation=1⁠► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558183472272CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:23 - Riley Thompson’s Transfer Process05:31 - Tyler Duzansky's Long Snapping Journey08:01 - Realizing Your Potential11:35 - Tyler’s Brother in the NFL13:09 - Coaching Staff Support19:50 - Importance of Chemistry in Specialists24:24 - Playing at a High Level28:20 - Trusting the Process31:00 - Finding Your Why#collegefootball #nfl #cfb #pennstate #weare #happyvalley #football #sunday #saturday

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