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A week after being fired by Penn State after a 3-3 start to the 2025 season, James Franklin made an appearance on College GameDay to discuss his firing.

James Franklin makes 'emotional' confession after Penn State firing

Joe Cox

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Oct 18, 2025

Nick and Terry Saban discussed a potential coaching return on College GameDay.

Nick Saban's wife makes decision on a college football coaching return

Joe Cox

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Oct 18, 2025

Penn State Nittany Lions running back Kaytron Allen (13) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter against the Northwestern Wildcats at Beaver Stadium.

Can Penn State Rebound to Beat Iowa? Here Are the Nittany Lions' Keys to Victory

Chase Fisher

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Oct 18, 2025

Saquon Barkley became a star at Penn State under James Franklin’s leadership.

Saquon Barkley Opens Up About James Franklin’s Dismissal From Penn State: ‘It Sucks to See Him Go’

Tyler Lauletta

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Oct 17, 2025

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A general view of Beaver Stadium prior to the game between the Northwestern Wildcats and the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Penn State Loses Quarterback Commit After James Franklin's Firing

Mark Wogenrich

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Oct 17, 2025

Nov 25, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Ryan Clark on the ESPN Monday Night Football Countdown set before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

LSU Football Great Ryan Clark Pitches Penn State Nittany Lions to Hire Brian Kelly

Zack Nagy

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Oct 17, 2025

Former NFL coach Jon Gruden talked about his status on Barstool's Pardon My Take.

Jon Gruden issues update amid college football coaching rumors

Joe Cox

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Oct 17, 2025

James Franklin will say his piece before a national audience Saturday morning.

'College GameDay' Teases Exclusive Interview With James Franklin After Firing

Patrick Andres

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Oct 17, 2025

SEC Network analyst Jordan Rodgers disagrees with what has become the conventional wisdom that Penn State should pursue Nebraska's Matt Rhule to replace James Franklin.

Jordan Rodgers 'not convinced' with popular candidate to replace James Franklin at Penn State

Matt De Lima

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Oct 17, 2025

Washington QB Demond Williams Jr. has plenty to prove in Week 8.

Six Big Ten quarterbacks to watch in Week 8

Joe Cox

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Oct 17, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; College Park, Maryland, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule reacts during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Nebraska Offers 2027 4-Star Cornerback

Michael Cavallo

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Oct 17, 2025

Penn State Nittany Lions running back Nicholas Singleton breaks a tackle to score a touchdown vs. the Northwestern Wildcats at Beaver Stadium.

How Will Penn State Respond to James Franklin's Firing? Predicting the Iowa Game

Mark Wogenrich

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Oct 17, 2025

Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft gives two thumbs up to the student section at Beaver Stadium following a Nittany Lions win.

At Penn State, It's Pat Kraft's Turn to Win a Big Game

Ben Jones

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Oct 16, 2025

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin was fired after a three-game losing streak.

New Report Reveals Key Factors That Led to Penn State's Downfall, James Franklin Firing

Eva Geitheim

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Oct 16, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach Matt Rhule walks onto the field during warmups before the game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

New Penn State football coach: 5 best candidates after a top contender drops out

Jonathan Adams

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Oct 16, 2025

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti

Curt Cignetti's new buyout won't scare off potential suitors

Alex Weber

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Oct 16, 2025

Head Coach Curt Cignetti during the Indiana versus Illinois football game

Top 10 highest paid college football coaches following Curt Cignetti’s new deal

Alex Weber

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Oct 16, 2025

Sep 13, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin watches the replay of the final play of the game following the end of the game against the Villanova Wildcats at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Penn State dealt blow in search by $92 million College Football Playoff coach

Jonathan Adams

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Oct 16, 2025

Former Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin walks into Beaver Stadium prior to a game against the Oregon Ducks.

James Franklin Schedules First Interview Since Being Fired From Penn State

Mark Wogenrich

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Oct 16, 2025

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