Penn State's White Out Game Faces Controversy by Airing on Peacock
- This year marks the 16th full-stadium White Out for Penn State, scheduled against Washington.
- The game will be broadcast on Peacock, a subscription-based streaming service, making it harder for some fans to access.
- Maintaining the White Out tradition amid television broadcasting changes has become increasingly challenging.
This season, Penn State's highly anticipated White Out game, described as a significant fan experience, will take place against Washington at 8 p.m. on a Saturday. Due to broadcasting arrangements, particularly influenced by NBC's commitments, including games with Notre Dame, this matchup will not be aired on traditional television but rather on the subscription-based streaming service Peacock. Penn State's athletic director Pat Kraft has strived to maintain a prime-time slot for the event, emphasizing the importance of the White Out tradition amidst changing circumstances in college football. The lead-up to the game has felt different this year with various themed events prior to the White Out, creating a sense of uncertainty about its appeal. Fans have expressed concerns about the accessibility of the game on Peacock, especially following a recent successful noon kickoff featuring Ohio State. Despite this shift, the commitment to preserving the White Out tradition remains a priority for Penn State's athletic administration.