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Penn State's 2026 Recruiting Class Continues its Exodus

Penn State's 2026 recruiting class continues to move in different directions, as the program's coaching search begins its second month. Seven former Penn State commits have flipped to other programs since James Franklin was fired on Oct.

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Ex-Penn State coach James Franklin reportedly pursued for SEC opening

The former Nittany Lions leader could land in a bigger conference.

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College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / November 13

Penn State’s Fires Remorse: Kraft’s Coaching Dilemma

Penn State Athletic Director Pat Kraft relieved James Franklin of his head coaching duties on Oct. 12 with the goal being to upgrade that position. That decision included a $49 million buyout.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 13

Another Top Penn State Coaching Candidate Nearing a Contract Extension: Report

Penn State’s list of potential head coaching targets just got shorter. Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm, one of the more intriguing names linked to the Nittany Lions’ vacancy, is reportedly finalizing a contract extension, according to On3.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 12

How Long Should Penn State Wait to Hire a Football Coach?

For those who like round numbers, exactly 100 days separate the morning Penn State fired James Franklin on Oct. 12 from the first sunrise of the college football offseason — just over three months, or about 27 percent of a year.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / November 12

Penn State's next coach might be coming fresh out of the NFL

The Nittany Lions could have a surprise coming.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / November 12

$5.9 million coach linked to Penn State, Florida expected to get contract extension

The college football coaching carousel just received a new update. With several major programs making changes midway through the year at the head coaching position, speculation has taken off like a runaway train with a couple of candidates coaching at different schools.

Brian Daboll News / Yardbarker / November 12

Pat McAfee has wild idea for Penn State's next HC that just may work

Terry Smith is the interim head coach in Happy Valley for now, but a head coaching vacancy as big as Penn State's almost demands a big name to take it over.

Giants don't wait to make Brian Daboll decision after loss to Bears

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 12

Could Brian Hartline Be the Next Great Penn State Coach? A 4-Year Projection if He Lands in Happy Valley

What would Penn State Football look like with Brian Hartline in charge? As the Nittany Lions’ coaching search continues, the 38-year-old Ohio State offensive coordinator has quickly emerged as one of the most intriguing — and polarizing — candidates.

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 12

Penn State Might Have Found Its 'Quarterback for the Future'

Penn State is in a transition phase across its roster and staff, including at quarterback. However, Nittany Lions interim head coach Terry Smith and Indiana coach Curt Cignetti both said that the program might have identified its future quarterback last week.

College Football News / Yardbarker / November 11

Miami takes advantage of Penn State's issues and flips three-star DL

The Miami Hurricanes have taken advantage of the fact that the Penn State Nittany Lions don't have a long-term plan at head coach right now.

Miami lands former LSU commit DeAnthony Lafayette over Florida State

College players whose NFL draft stock has risen the most this season

The 'Orange Bowl MVPs' quiz

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 11

Cael Sanderson Explains Why Penn State Is Skipping the National Duals Invitational

The NCAA wrestling season kicks off this weekend with a tournament featuring 16 of the nation's top teams, more than $1 million in prize money and national television exposure.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Big Ten Network / November 11

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College Football News / Nittany Central / November 11

Penn State Coaching Search Superlatives: Who’s the Best Fit for the Nittany Lions?

Wednesday would mark one month since Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft fired James Franklin and began a national search for the Nittany Lions’ football program’s next head coach.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 11

What to Know About Potential Penn State Coaching Candidate Manny Diaz

Penn State has embarked on one of college football’s most high-profile coaching searches to replace James Franklin, who was fired Oct. 12. Athletic Director

College Football News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / November 10

Three Reasons for Optimism About the Rest of Penn State's Season

Penn State turned a potential win into another grueling loss last Saturday, when Indiana scored a touchdown with 36 seconds left to beat the Nittany Lions 27-24.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / November 10

Penn State head coach Terry Smith reveals update on Chaz Coleman’s status

Following a gut-wrenching three-point loss to No. 2 Indiana, interim Penn State Football head coach Terry Smith was his normal, positive, honest, smiling self.

Nick Singleton News / A to Z Sports / November 8

Nick Singleton's late surge against Indiana nearly saved Penn State, proving he's still the offense's lifeline

Penn State's 27–24 loss to No. 2 Indiana on Saturday was more than just another close defeat tacked onto a forgettable season. It was a microcosm of what's gone wrong — and what still works — for a program caught between chaos and competence.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 8