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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Drew Allar's growth at the center of Penn State's 2025 hopes
If Penn State's going to make a serious run in 2025, it starts with Drew Allar. And James Franklin made it clear at Big Ten Media Days—he's proud of the quarterback Allar has become. 'Drew has made tremendous growth every single year,' Franklin said. 'All the way back to recruiting.' It's easy to forget now, but Allar wasn't always a blue-chip name. 'When we first started recruiting, he was a three-star recruit. Kind of a throwback recruit,' Franklin said. 'He kept getting better, kept moving up the charts.' Eventually, he was ranked as the top quarterback in the country. Since stepping on campus, Allar's rise hasn't slowed. He sat behind an NFL-caliber QB as a freshman, learned the ropes, and then took control of the offense. And now, going into his third year as the starter, he's the face of a program with championship-level expectations. 'He's now 6'5', 235 pounds, can make every throw on the field, has shown that he can hurt people with his feet,' Franklin said. 'And he's made tremendous strides as a leader.' That leadership piece is what separates Allar. Franklin praised the way he's raised the standard—not just for himself, but for the team. 'He's willing to have tough conversations with his teammates,' he said. And Allar didn't just flirt with the idea of the NFL after last season. Most people had him pegged as a first-round draft pick. He came back anyway. 'Unfinished business,' Franklin called it. Both for Allar personally and for the team. That choice speaks volumes. Not every player projected in the first round decides to return. But Allar is betting on himself, his teammates, and the bigger picture in Happy Valley. 'I'm a big Drew fan,' Franklin said. 'You guys get a chance to get around him, you'll feel the same way.' Franklin emphasized that Allar represents everything Penn State football stands for. 'It's team, team, team. It's community. It's Penn State,' he said. 'He does things the right way.' The numbers back it up. Allar is one of only two FBS quarterbacks since 1956 with over 800 completions, 50 touchdowns, and fewer than 10 interceptions. That's elite efficiency—and it's why he's back to chase a title. With Drew Allar at the helm, Penn State has a steady leader who's matured on and off the field. His poise, arm talent, and presence in the locker room make him one of the most valuable players in college football heading into the fall. Franklin isn't just hoping for greatness—he's expecting it. And if Allar takes another leap in 2025, he just might carry the Nittany Lions all the way to the top. This article originally appeared on Nittany Lions Wire: James Franklin praises Drew Allar's leadership ahead of 2025 season
USA Today
10 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Drew Allar's growth at the center of Penn State's 2025 hopes
If Penn State's going to make a serious run in 2025, it starts with Drew Allar. And James Franklin made it clear at Big Ten Media Days—he's proud of the quarterback Allar has become. 'Drew has made tremendous growth every single year,' Franklin said. 'All the way back to recruiting.' It's easy to forget now, but Allar wasn't always a blue-chip name. 'When we first started recruiting, he was a three-star recruit. Kind of a throwback recruit,' Franklin said. 'He kept getting better, kept moving up the charts.' Eventually, he was ranked as the top quarterback in the country. Since stepping on campus, Allar's rise hasn't slowed. He sat behind an NFL-caliber QB as a freshman, learned the ropes, and then took control of the offense. And now, going into his third year as the starter, he's the face of a program with championship-level expectations. 'He's now 6'5', 235 pounds, can make every throw on the field, has shown that he can hurt people with his feet,' Franklin said. 'And he's made tremendous strides as a leader.' That leadership piece is what separates Allar. Franklin praised the way he's raised the standard—not just for himself, but for the team. 'He's willing to have tough conversations with his teammates,' he said. And Allar didn't just flirt with the idea of the NFL after last season. Most people had him pegged as a first-round draft pick. He came back anyway. 'Unfinished business,' Franklin called it. Both for Allar personally and for the team. That choice speaks volumes. Not every player projected in the first round decides to return. But Allar is betting on himself, his teammates, and the bigger picture in Happy Valley. 'I'm a big Drew fan,' Franklin said. 'You guys get a chance to get around him, you'll feel the same way.' Franklin emphasized that Allar represents everything Penn State football stands for. 'It's team, team, team. It's community. It's Penn State,' he said. 'He does things the right way.' The numbers back it up. Allar is one of only two FBS quarterbacks since 1956 with over 800 completions, 50 touchdowns, and fewer than 10 interceptions. That's elite efficiency—and it's why he's back to chase a title. With Drew Allar at the helm, Penn State has a steady leader who's matured on and off the field. His poise, arm talent, and presence in the locker room make him one of the most valuable players in college football heading into the fall. Franklin isn't just hoping for greatness—he's expecting it. And if Allar takes another leap in 2025, he just might carry the Nittany Lions all the way to the top.
Indian Express
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Avengers Doomsday plot leaks: Fan theory says it will be Pedro Pascal vs Robert Downey Jr, reveals real reason why Dr Doom was seen with Franklin
It's always entertaining to see fans of superhero films speculate about what all is going to happen in the upcoming films. One goes through multiple Reddit threads, posts on X (formerly Twitter), and hundreds of videos on YouTube and ends up being even more confused about the plot than before. Well, a new set of Avengers: Doomsday leaks are making the rounds of the internet, and if they are true, fans will be able to see the return of many beloved superheroes in prime roles before Marvel moves on to Secret Wars. This article contains spoilers for The Fantastic Four First Steps so if you have not watched the film, come back to us later. It all started when someone supposedly working for Marvel Studios leaked a document containing plot points for Doomsday. Apparently T'Challa's sister, Shuri, is going to be a big part of the movie, as she is the one who will discover the incursions (worlds colliding) and the timelines merging. The Fantastic Four will be travelling to Earth 616, as shown in the post-credits scene of Thunderbolts*, to recruit help for their upcoming fight against Dr. Doom. Wong, Thor, the Thunderbolts, Banner, and Captain Marvel will all be informed about Franklin's kidnapping and the fact that a specific universe is heading for them at a dangerous speed. ALSO READ: Comic-Con salutes James Gunn and gets first looks at Coyote vs. Acme, and new Star Trek forays Upon investigating more about the universe, Shuri will detect the energy signature of Captain Monica Rambeau, something which makes Captain Marvel even more excited for the mission, as she wishes to rescue her mentee. While all this information should be taken with a grain of salt, the angle of Reed and Sue's son Franklin is definitely worth exploring. The post-credits scene of The Fantastic Four: First Steps shows Franklin in the arms of Doom as the masked god reveals his face to the child. The omega-level mutant revived his mother, and many believe that Doom removed his mask so that Franklin could heal the injuries on his face. Franklin has the ability to become the strongest of all, and just like Galactus, Doom realises this as well. It's safe to assume that Reed Richards and Victor Von Doom will be once again go head-to-head. Reed will have the rest of the Fantastic Four with him, while Doom will command his army of Latveria (a fictional country ruled by him). We know Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, is in the film, which means that he will be leading the charge for the new Avengers. While Captain Marvel's return can prove to be exciting, The Marvels was a huge letdown at the box office, and if she returns, this might prove to be her last appearance. Among all this speculation, a new doubt among fans seems to be on the rise. What if casting Robert Downey Jr as Dr. Doom is just a ruse, in order to hide the identity of the true Von Doom.
Forbes
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘Fantastic Four'—Galactus, Franklin, And The Twist Ending, Explained
The Human Torch (Joseph Quinn), the Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal) and Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby) Marvel/Disney Finally, the Fantastic Four have arrived in the MCU, but are still separated from the Avengers, existing within a retro-futuristic world known as 'Earth-828.' Fantastic Four largely skips over the team's origin story, jumping straight to the fateful pregnancy of Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby) and the birth of her son, Franklin. While the Human Torch (Joseph Quinn) and the Thing (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) are happy to have survived their encounter with Galactus, Mister Fantastic (Pedro Pascal) can't stop thinking about his son's destiny. After the Silver Surfer (Julia Garner) heralds the arrival of Galactus (Ralph Ineson), announcing that Earth is next on the menu, the Fantastic Four head into space to negotiate with the big, hungry giant, and quickly learn that giving up baby Franklin is the only way to save their planet. Galactus informs them that Franklin is astonishingly powerful, and is one of the few individuals who could inherit his role as the Devourer of Worlds. After the team makes it safely back to Earth, they experience a loss of faith from the public, who want them to sacrifice the baby for the greater good. Mister Fantastic focuses his considerable brainpower on a solution, while the Human Torch works to decode the alien language of the Silver Surfer. Galactus reveals that he used to be a human being, but has been alive for billions of years, a slave to his terrible hunger. He seeks a successor in Franklin, in order to finally put an end to his cosmic appetite. In the comics, Galactus was originally known as Galan—he was an ordinary person born on a doomed alien world. In the wake of his planet's destruction, Galan was reborn as Galactus, the Devourer of Worlds. The Devourer of Worlds is actually an essential role in the Marvel universe, a natural part of the multiverse cycle, as the life and energy Galactus consumes will eventually return to the universe. After he analyzes baby Franklin, Galactus seems to see a dark future for the boy. Who Is Baby Franklin, And What Are His Powers? Baby Franklin is an immensely powerful mutant, and we get a glimpse of his powers at the end of Fantastic Four , when he resurrects his mother after she dies to save him. This is just a glimpse at his future potential—in the comics, Franklin can reshape reality, blast powerful energy beams, predict the future, and more. Indeed, Franklin is practically a god, destined to survive the end of the universe and become the next Devourer of Worlds, within a new universe. It's unclear if the MCU is going to embrace this almighty version of Franklin—his powers and destiny might be toned down somewhat. However, it is implied that in this film, Franklin is not destined to inherit the role of Galactus, but is merely powerful enough to do so. 'Fantastic Four's' Ending And Post-Credits Scene, Explained The combined efforts of the team are not quite enough to conceal baby Franklin from the all-seeing eye of Galactus. But the giant's powerful ally, the Silver Surfer, has experienced a change of heart, thanks to the Human Torch. It is revealed that the Surfer's name is Shalla-Bal, and like Galactus, she was once mortal, choosing to sacrifice her humanity to save her own planet, bound in the service of Galactus. After the Human Torch reminds her of her tragic past, the Surfer rediscovers her empathy, and decides to sacrifice herself once more. The team succeeds in pushing Galactus into a powerful teleporter, thanks to the final push from the Silver Surfer, transporting her and the giant into a galaxy far, far away. Notably, this has delayed Galactus, but is not guaranteed to stop his return. The Fantastic Four has protected Franklin and survived their brief PR crisis, but a new villain is immediately introduced in the film's post-credit scene—Doctor Doom. Doctor Doom is the adversary of the Fantastic Four, and one of Marvel's most iconic villains, a genius scientist who also dabbles in magic. While Doom usually conceals his face, either due to a terrible mutilation (or sometimes, vanity, bearing an amusingly minor scar), he is shown in the post-credits scene with his mask off. Marvel made an unusual and fairly controversial casting choice with Doom, casting Robert Downey Jr. in the role. Notably, this is not an alternative version of Iron Man, but a brand new character in the multiverse who resembles Tony Stark, seemingly by coincidence. As Doom is shown crouching over Franklin, it is clear that the devious Doctor is interested in harnessing the boy's superpowers for his own ends. At the moment, the Fantastic Four remain in their original universe, disconnected from the main MCU, but will surely require the help of the Avengers to deal with Doom. The two universes will surely collide in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday , which aims to repeat the spectacle of Infinity War and Endgame , bringing back beloved characters to face an almighty super villain. MORE FROM FORBES Forbes Did James Gunn Succeed In Rebooting 'Superman'? By Dani Di Placido Forbes Robert Downey Jr.'s Casting As Doctor Doom Sparks Backlash From Fans By Dani Di Placido Forbes The Controversial Donald Trump 'South Park' Episode, Explained By Dani Di Placido Forbes What Is 'Squid Game' Season 3 Really About? By Dani Di Placido
USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Drew Allar's growth from 3-star recruit to Penn State's leader
From Underdog to Top Dog James Franklin didn't hesitate when asked about Drew Allar at Big Ten Media Days. He's proud of him. Not just for what he does on the field, but for how far he's come since high school. 'Drew has made tremendous growth every single year,' Franklin said. 'All the way back to recruiting.' He reminded everyone that Allar wasn't always seen as a surefire star. 'When we first started recruiting, [he] was a three-star recruit, kind of a throwback recruit,' Franklin said. 'Kept getting better, kept moving up the charts.' Some recruiting services had Drew Allar as the top-rated quarterback in the nation. That alone shows the type of work Allar put in before even stepping on campus. Franklin also pointed out how Allar had to sit and learn his freshman year as a backup behind an NFL quarterback. He didn't complain. He got better. 'He's now 6'5", 235 pounds, can make every throw on the field,' Franklin said. 'He's shown that he can hurt people with his feet and has really, really made tremendous strides as a leader.' That leadership is a huge part of why Franklin is so high on him heading into the 2025 season. 'He's willing to have tough conversations with his teammates,' he said. 'He's holding himself to a high standard.' Allar already had first-round NFL Draft buzz last season, but chose to return to Penn State for one more year. That decision says everything. 'Unfinished business collectively as a team but also as an individual,' Franklin said. For Franklin, Allar represents what Penn State is all about—doing things the right way and playing for the team, not just yourself. 'He's really what it's all about,' Franklin said. 'It's team, team, team. It's community. It's Penn State.' Now, heading into his third straight year as the starting quarterback, Allar is on track to graduate this fall. He already has more than 800 completions, 50-plus touchdowns, and fewer than 10 interceptions—stats that put him in rare company since 1956. The stage is set for Allar to not only lead but also to take the final leap. Franklin and the rest of Penn State believe he's ready. And honestly, after everything Allar's shown on and off the field, it's hard not to believe it too.
