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Penn State to make 'big swing' in push to poach $54 million star coach: Report

Penn State to make 'big swing' in push to poach $54 million star coach: Report

The latest college football rumors indicate there are a few common names that appear to be the consensus top candidates Penn State will explore to be the team's next head coach.

James Franklin News / Nittany Central / October 14
After Firing James Franklin, 5 Penn State Offensive Players the New Coach Must Keep to Win Big

After Firing James Franklin, 5 Penn State Offensive Players the New Coach Must Keep to Win Big

After firing James Franklin on Sunday, Penn State Football now faces a bevy of questions. Who will be the new Head Coach? Will the coordinators stay on staff?

Penn State Nittany Lions News / ESPN / October 14

Defensive stop rate for all 136 CFB teams at midseason: Penn State falling fast

We rank the top defenses each week based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 14
What We Know About Penn State's Coaching Search

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.

College Football News / EasySportz / October 14
James Franklin’s Fall From Grace: Penn State’s Long-Overdue Reckoning

James Franklin’s Fall From Grace: Penn State’s Long-Overdue Reckoning

The Nittany Lions finally cut ties with a coach who talked big, delivered little, and left a trail of failures and questions in his wake. Penn State finally made the move it should have made years ago: they pulled the plug on James Franklin.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 14

Josh Pate drags Penn State, says firing James Franklin 'is insane'

Josh Pate was not pleased with Penn State's decision to fire head coach James Franklin, questioning what's next for the school.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 14

James Franklin's buyout will cost Penn State tens of thousands per day

The cost of sacking James Franklin is an inconceivable sum.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 13
Interim Coach Terry Smith Wants Penn State to Have Fun Again

Interim Coach Terry Smith Wants Penn State to Have Fun Again

STATE COLLEGE | Terry Smith couldn’t fathom on Sunday that he was about to become Penn State’s interim football coach. On Monday, he embraced it. “When I woke up yesterday morning, I had no idea I was going to be the interim head coach of Penn State University,” Smith said.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / October 13
Penn State AD reveals when he decided to fire James Franklin

Penn State AD reveals when he decided to fire James Franklin

Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft revealed new details Monday regarding what drove him to fire coach James Franklin. Franklin was fired on Sunday, one day after the Nittany Lions suffered a shocking home loss to Northwestern.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 13

What's next for James Franklin? Potential landing spots for former Penn State coach, from North Carolina to Florida

James Franklin is out at Penn State after 12 years. Where could he head next?

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 13

Curt Cignetti should not consider the Penn State head coaching vacancy

Cignetti is good where he is

Paul Finebaum News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 13
Paul Finebaum reveals why Penn State ended the James Franklin era

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

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 / Big Ten Network / October 13
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 13
Matt Rhule addresses Nebraska future as Penn State speculation grows

Matt Rhule addresses Nebraska future as Penn State speculation grows

After the Penn State Nittany Lions fired James Franklin on Sunday, Rhule was immediately linked to the job opening.

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Penn State Nittany Lions News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 13
Potential coaching hire at Penn State comments on passion for school

Potential coaching hire at Penn State comments on passion for school

With James Franklin out the door, the replacement talks are underway and one of the more prominent candidates made some very pro-Penn State comments. In

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 13
Why Penn State Fired James Franklin

Why Penn State Fired James Franklin

Penn State scheduled a team meeting for 1:45 p.m. Sunday afternoon, during which Athletic Director Pat Kraft informed the players that he had fired coach James Franklin.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / October 13

Penn State Men’s and Women’s Teams Topple St. Bonaventure In Season Opener

By Charlotte Wells on SwimSwam October 9, 2025 University Park, Pennsylvania SCY (25 yards) Full Meet Results Team Scores Women: Penn State – 211, St. Bonaventure – 81 Men: Penn State – 228, St.

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Sporting News / October 13

Joel Klatt reveals who Penn State should pursue in head coaching search

FOX Sports' top analyst sees four names on the board.

Dan Patrick News / NBC Sports / October 13
Penn State Nittany Lions News / SwimSwam / October 13

Summer Juniors Qualifier Reid O’Connell Kicks Off Penn State’s Class Of 2031

By Anya Pelshaw on SwimSwam Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination.

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
Penn State Nittany Lions News / College Football News / October 12
Bowl Projections Week 8: Major Moves After Oklahoma, Michigan, Penn State Losses

Bowl Projections Week 8: Major Moves After Oklahoma, Michigan, Penn State Losses

The bowl projections just took a major pivot from last week. Now, with Penn State losing to Northwestern - showing that, no, it's not going to bounce back

Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / October 13
Penn State should consider these candidates to replace James Franklin

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.

James Franklin's firing was needed, but does it solve all of Penn State's problems?
Five takeaways from CFB Week 7: Indiana rises, Penn State plummets
The 20 most memorable college football scandals
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Penn State Nittany Lions on SI / October 12
Penn State Defends Adidas Deal After Loss to Northwestern

Penn State Defends Adidas Deal After Loss to Northwestern

Two Penn State trustees released a statement late Saturday night defending the athletic department's recent 10-year apparel deal with adidas, saying they were responding to "rumors and misinformation" about the contract that takes effect in 2026.

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