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College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / June 12
Will Penn State Become What They Think They Already Are?
Most college football programs would love to have experienced the success that Penn State has had since James Franklin’s arrival. However, that success continuously falls a step or two short of achieving the program’s lofty goals.
Penn State Football Opened the Lasch Building Recently. Here's What We Learned
In between hosting football camps and official visits, Penn State's James Franklin recently opened the Lasch Football Building for a media availability to discuss his team's offseason progress.
Penn State coach James Franklin shuts down Trebor Pena NIL rumors after transfer move
Penn State comes into the 2025 season as one of the best teams in the country. Head coach James Franklin has a loaded squad, and that’s despite losing Abdul Carter and Tyler Warren to the NFL.
The 'No. 4 overall NFL Draft picks since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to be chosen with the fourth-overall pick in each NFL Draft since 2000 can you name in five minutes?
Penn State football’s James Franklin supports controversial CFP stance: ‘Why should it be balanced?’
Penn State football’s James Franklin took a controversial stance on the College Football Playoff. The first year of the new twelve-team field provided plenty of drama for the 2024 season.
James Franklin News / The Spun / June 8
James Franklin Accuses College Football Playoff Committee Of Bias
Part of the reason we have a College Football Playoff to begin with is because of the frustrations with the previous BCS system. But when it comes to CFP selection, Penn State's James Franklin believes the sport needs look to its past in order to combat the bias' of the present and future.
James Franklin Provides Good News Regarding Three Penn State Starters
STATE COLLEGE | Penn State coach James Franklin confirmed a key injury Thursday during his media availability in State College but offered more positive health updates regarding three returning starters.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Nittany Central / June 5
Penn State Football Injury Update: 3 Key Starters Cleared, 1 Setback at Defensive End
Penn State Football head coach James Franklin met with the media Thursday during a press conference ahead of the summer for the Nittany Lions. In his appearance, Franklin provided health updates on a few key Penn State players ahead of the summer.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 3
Penn State Sits At No. 5 Spot In ESPN College Football Power Index
For Penn State Nittany Lions football fans, seeing a sweet early prediction for their team probably makes them feel pretty good. Head coach James Franklin, who has been leading Penn State since 2014, has made some tweaks to his coaching staff.
College Football News / Last Word On Sports / June 2
16 Penn State Football Recruits to Round Out a Top 2026 Class
Penn State Football’s 2026 recruiting efforts are entering a crucial stretch as James Franklin and his staff look to capitalize on official visit season.
College Football News / Nittany Central / June 1
Penn State Football: Is 2025 College Football Season “Natty or Bust?” for James Franklin’s Nittany Lions?
Heading into the 2025 college football season, the Penn State Football team has some lofty expectations bestowed upon it. And rightfully so. Head coach James Franklin led the Nittany Lions to a 13-3 record in 2024.
Penn State Football: A Key Staff Member Departs for the NFL, and Recruiting Heats Up
A key Penn State football staff member is departing for the NFL, the Nittany Lions' second official visit weekend is underway and State College's casino finally has a (familiar) name.
College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / May 28
Championship Appearance or Time to Move On From Franklin?
By. Micheal Germanese "Big Game James" is the nickname James Franklin has earned during his 11 seasons at Penn State. Unfortunately, for Penn State, the nickname is the definition of an oxymoron, describing the complete opposite.
College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 27
James Franklin and the Penn State Nittany Lions in heated battle for four-star Texas recruit, and things just got a lot more interesting
The Penn State Nittany Lions have had some nice success developing the offensive line the last couple of years under Phil Trautwein. That includes offensive tackle Olu Fashanu, who was selected by the New York Jets in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
College Football News / Nittany Central / May 26
Top 10 Most Iconic Penn State Football Plays of the James Franklin Era
Penn State Football has had an incredible number of single plays throughout its history. Today, we will look into the ten best plays in recent Penn State Football history.
Anonymous Big Ten Coach: Season Could Define Penn State Coach James Franklin's Career
James Franklin has his "best roster" at Penn State, according to one anonymous Big Ten football coach, which will freight his 12th season with the Nittany Lions with some delirious expectations.
James Franklin News / Yardbarker / May 22
Penn State lands intriguing CB recruit over notable programs
Happy Valley became a happy place for Hart, and the Nittany Lions are undoubtedly happy their effort on the recruiting trail paid off with him.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 22
James Franklin's Immediate Reaction to Major Penn State Recruiting News
There are a lot of high expectations for the Penn State Nittany Lions entering the 2025 season. Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt even named them the nation's top team.
Penn State's James Franklin Discusses Expecations, Coaching Life in New Interview
James Franklin says he has a high tolerance for expectations. As the Penn State football coach, he certainly should. But those expectations are different this year.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / May 17
Penn State Nittany Lions' Head Coach Ranks Among Top 10 in College Football
The Penn State Nittany Lions are coming off one of the best seasons in the program's history. The program finished 2024 with a 13-3 record, a trip to the Big 10 Conference Championship game, and two victories in the newly expanded College Football Playoffs.
Penn State Had the Big Ten's Best Offseason, According to ESPN
Penn State football coach James Franklin wasted no time mourning the Nittany Lions' Orange Bowl loss to Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 13
Penn State wins commitment from four-star WR over notable schools
There was a big-time recruiting battle for four-star wide receiver Davion Brown, but ultimately, James Franklin and the Penn State Nittany Lions won it.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 8
Penn State gets massive vote of confidence in early CFB rankings
The Penn State Nittany Lions are expected to be very good next season. Could they be the best team in college football, though?
Penn State Nittany Lions News / Yardbarker / May 7
Why analyst's glowing prediction for Penn State makes perfect sense
Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt recently ranked Penn State as the No. 1 college football team in the country heading into the 2025 season. That might seem like a controversial opinion, but Klatt might just be onto something.
Penn State's James Franklin Sees Potential 'Light' Regarding Propsed Roster Cuts
The Penn State football team concluded spring practice with 114 players on its roster and 12 more still to enroll, including recent transfer addition Trebor Pena.
Penn State Nittany Lions News / The Spun / March 26
James Franklin Announces Final Decision On Penn State's Spring Game
The Penn State Nittany Lions were within one game of the national championship last season. They were able to silence the narrative around head coach James Franklin, as the team rose to the occasion in several big games.
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