Penn State’s offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki is one of the most creative minds in college football.

In this episode, we dive deep into his offensive philosophy, how he’s developing Drew Allar into a future star, and the culture shift happening inside the Penn State football building.

Kotelnicki opens up about why he left Lance Leipold after 11 years, what it was like getting hired by James Franklin, and how he’s building a unit that’s tough, explosive, and hard to defend.

We break down the plays, the process, and the mindset behind one of the most intriguing offenses in the country, and why Penn State fans should be excited for what’s coming.

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CHAPTERS:

0:17 - Year 1 vs Year 2 Spring Ball

1:46 - Why Coach Kotelnicki chose Penn State

4:24 - What surprised Coach Kotelnicki when arriving to Happy Valley

5:35 - Implementing an offensive identity

8:20 - Drew Allar's next step

10:39 - Penn State's wide receiver room

12:38 - Being a creative offensive coordinator

15:20 - Balancing risk as a playcaller

18:34 - Overcoming adversity

20:29 - Best piece of advice Coach Kotelnicki has ever received

22:07 - What Coach Kotelnicki wants to see in 2025 from his offense

On Next Up, college football analyst Adam Breneman sits down with the most influential names in college sports and lets them tell their stories unfiltered, direct to the fans.

Next Up is a Front Office Sports Network show featuring candid, open, and honest conversations with the most impactful figures in college sports including head coaches, athletes, athletic directors, commissioners, entrepreneurs, media personalities, agents, and executives shaping the business of college sports.

Adam is a former All-American, Penn State alum and media personality. Front Office Sports is the leading multi-platform media and news organization covering the intersection of sports, business and culture.