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James Franklin Boldly Declares Goal for Next Coaching Stint After Penn State Firing

The goal has not changed for Franklin, even after a disappointing end to his tenure with the Nittany Lions.

Sports Illustrated

Penn State Just Gave Every AD Permission to Fire Their Football Coach

The Nittany Lions’ bold move to part ways with James Franklin may mark the start of a new era in college football’s ruthless coaching carousel.

Sports Illustrated

How Penn State Can Completely Change the Way College Football Head Coaches Are Hired

College football coach buyouts are notoriously absurd, and James Franklin’s was no different. What should PSU do about his replacement?

Sports Illustrated

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Penn State AD Reveals Exact Moment He Knew He Would Fire James Franklin

Franklin was sacked after 12 seasons at the helm.

Sports Illustrated

Forde-Yard Dash: James Franklin’s Firing Reveals College Football’s New, Mercurial Ecosystem

In 11 years, the coach took the Nittany Lions to seven New Year’s Day bowls, a Big Ten title and a CFP semifinal. But in the revenue-sharing era, loyalty is more fickle than ever.

Sports Illustrated

Eight Candidates for Penn State Football Coaching Search After James Franklin Firing

The Nittany Lions will likely look within the Big Ten first at Matt Rhule and Curt Cignetti, but there are plenty of options for a big swing.

Sports Illustrated

Would the Big Ten share revenue with its football players? Penn State could be the first test case.

INDIANAPOLIS — Penn State has become ground zero as another hot-button topic takes center stage in college football, that of players organizing and looking for revenue sharing in the Big Ten and the other biggest-money college leagues.

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