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On YouTubeJames Franklin News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 21
How James Franklin Could Have a Major Impact on Penn State in 2026
Former Penn State coach James Franklin isn't finished impacting the Nittany Lions. He made that clear during an ESPN College GameDay interview, which Franklin used to tell college football he's ready to coach again.
College Football News / Sporting News / October 20
Two strong candidates who could replace James Franklin at Penn State 
The Nittany Lions have option, but can't miss this next hire.
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.
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.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / NBC Sports / October 18
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / October 18
Penn State Nittany Lions News / NBC Sports / October 18
Zakee Wheatley News / NBC Sports / October 18
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
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.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / October 16
College Football Insider Names 'Smart Money' Hire At Penn State
It's too early to find out who'll become the next head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions, but an overwhelming favorite has emerged in the past few days.
Penn State Nittany Lions 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.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 14
What We Know About Penn State's Coaching Search
Penn State has begun the most high-profile coaching search of the season so far, as it moves to replace James Franklin, who was let go after nearly 12 years with the program.
Paul Finebaum News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 13
Paul Finebaum reveals why Penn State ended the James Franklin era
On Monday morning's episode of First Take, the crew had to spotlight college football for a few minutes when SEC Network analyst Paul Finebaum hopped on board to break down the shocking dismissal of Penn State head coach James Franklin over the weekend.
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 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.
Drew Allar News / Pro Football Rumors / October 12
Penn State QB Drew Allar out for season
The 2026 NFL Draft is still far off into the future, but an injury yesterday may have made a big impact on how things will turn out next April.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / October 13
Penn State should consider these candidates to replace James Franklin
The team's associate head coach, Terry Smith, will serve as Penn State's interim head coach for the rest of the 2025 season. Besides Smith, here are other candidates that the Nittany Lions' brass should consider to replace Franklin.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 12
Penn State: Possible Transfers to Watch
With James Franklin getting fired, plenty of interested eyes will be checking on Penn State players to see who might be interested in transferring. Here are the five players who would receive the most interest if they entered.
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