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Penn State’s Offensive Identity Crisis: Andy Kotelnicki Addresses Season Struggles, QB Transition, and What Comes Next

STATE COLLEGE, Pa.—After seven games, Penn State’s offense sits at a stunning No. 99 nationally in total offense—a statistic that underscores just how far expectations have fallen in 2025.

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The Key Members of Penn State's Staff Who Could Follow James Franklin

As James Franklin noted during his ESPN College GameDay appearance, firings ripple far beyond the head coach. They unsettle entire programs and athletic departments, setting off a domino effect of change.

College Football News / College Football Talk / October 22

Penn State’s Kotelnicki committing to scheme, personnel changes in preparation for No. 1 Ohio State

After entering the season as the nation’s second-ranked team, the Nittany Lions have devolved in their second year under the former Big 12 coordinator.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 22

Urban Meyer sends direct message about what Florida and Penn State must do next

One of college football's greatest coaches says bring the checkbook.

James Franklin News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Penn State Dealt Unfortunate Recruiting News in Wake of James Franklin's Firing

Penn State can not seem to stop being dealt bad news since James Franklin was fired after the 22-21 Week 7 loss to Northwestern. As of Wednesday, the Nittany Lions have had seven recruits from the 2026 class and three from the 2027 class decommit, totaling 10.

Fran Brown News / Yardbarker / October 22

Syracuse jumps on opportunity and flips DL from Penn State

Chaos is the proper word to describe what happens on the recruiting trail when a head coach leaves or is fired from a college football program.

2025 could bring historic buyout total for fired college football coaches

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

The 'College nicknames that don't end in s' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 22

What Went Wrong With Penn State's Offense? Andy Kotelnicki Answers

Andy Kotelnicki, Penn State's second-year offensive coordinator, brought a cheerful mood to the inquisition. Kotelnicki on Tuesday conducted his first media call of the regular season, and a lot has happened since the last one.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 22

Why Is Penn State's Defense So Complicated This Season?

Before the season began, Penn State safety Zakee Wheatley said he "couldn't be happier" about working with Jim Knowles. The new defensive coordinator brought a fresh look to the Nittany Lions' defense, one that relied on reading and reacting and required the players to study.

Kaytron Allen News / Nittany Central / October 22

How Many Yards Does Kaytron Allen Need to Make Penn State Football History?

One of the lone bright spots of the 2025 Penn State offense has been running back Kaytron Allen. Despite Allen and Nick Singleton entering the season virtually tied on the Penn State career rushing yards list, Allen has significantly outperformed Singleton this season, leading Kaytron Allen to push his name further up the list than Singleton.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 21

Penn State's Offense Finds More Issues After Loss to Iowa

STATE COLLEGE | Penn State opened practice to the media Tuesday for the first time since James Franklin was fired, but something was missing. The offense was inside Holuba Hall, away from the cameras, while the defense practiced outside.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / October 20

Penn State Football: Could Terry Smith Make Staff Changes This Week?

Penn State Football’s 2025 season has become an abject disaster, with the Nittany Lions now losing four in a row and failing to register a Power 4 win for the first two months of the season.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 19

What Penn State's Players Said After Their Loss at Iowa

Following Penn State's 25-24 loss Iowa, which dropped the team's record below .500 for the first time since 2020, running back Kaytron Allen vowed that the season isn't over.

James Franklin News / Nittany Central / October 19

Nick Saban Defends James Franklin … and Sparks Penn State Speculation After GameDay Appearance

In case you missed it on Saturday, former Penn State coach James Franklin joined the set of College Game Day and calmly and purposefully answered a pepper-mill of questions thrown at him by some of his Contemporaries and colleagues.

Paul Finebaum News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 19

Florida or Penn State? Paul Finebaum names which program has the better open job

On yet another Sunday edition of the Matt Barrie Show with guest Paul Finebaum, the two ESPN commentators broke down an epic Week 8 Saturday of college football while addressing some bigger-picture coaching narratives.

Watch: Ohio State & Indiana Dominate, Iowa Outlasts Penn State; Plus More Week 8 Highlights & Analysis | Fi

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / October 18

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 18

James Franklin makes 'emotional' confession after Penn State firing

Just six days after his controversial firing, former Penn State coach James Franklin joined College GameDay for a brief interview to discuss the situation.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / October 17

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / October 17

James Franklin Mentioned For 2 Coaching Jobs After Penn State Firing

James Franklin isn't even a week removed from being fired by Penn State, and yet, he's already being linked to two job openings. Penn State made the tough decision to move on from Franklin following a 22-21 loss to Northwestern.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 17

This is the Last Thing Penn State Needs

Usually when you break up with someone, you want to try and get over that person as soon as possible. That is also true with coaching, as after someone is fired, the last thing a school needs is to have that person lingering around.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / October 17

Urban Meyer offers bold take on Penn State's James Franklin firing

Urban Meyer is no stranger to the hiring and firing process of big-time football programs.

Head-coaching candidates Penn State should avoid: Why Matt Rhule, others would be disastrous

Teams taking QB No. 1 overall should make coaching change as well

Nick Saban is already being linked to the Penn State job

The 20 most memorable college football scandals

The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz

Nick Saban News / Larry Brown Sports / October 15

Nick Saban is already being linked to the Penn State job

The Penn State job is one of the biggest in college football, so Nick Saban is being linked to it whether he likes it or not.

Matt Rhule says right things about Penn State but Nebraska must be worried

Head-coaching candidates Penn State should avoid: Why Matt Rhule, others would be disastrous

New prominent coach gets linked to the Penn State job

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Athlon Sports / October 13

5-Star RB Still Considering Penn State After Franklin Firing, But There's a Catch

Penn State isn't out of the race yet for this talent Key Points: James Franklin's firing has caused ripple effects for Penn State's recruiting classes

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / October 13

Penn State AD Pat Kraft delivers impassioned vision for next HC

Penn State AD Pat Kraft delivers impassioned vision for next head coach

This was supposed to be the year for Penn State to take the next step, but consecutive losses to Oregon, UCLA and Northwestern signaled the end of James Franklin's time in Happy Valley.

James Franklin's firing was needed, but does it solve Penn State's problems?

Adidas was reportedly behind the decision to fire Franklin

CFB analyst suggests surprising coordinator to be Penn State's HC

One coach stands out as person to return Penn State to glory

Matt Rhule addresses Nebraska future as Penn State speculation grows

Drew Allar News / Pro Football Rumors / October 12