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Oct. 12, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar (15) is is congratulated by head coach James Franklin after defeating the USC Trojans in overtime at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Drew Allar reacts to James Franklin's firing with single emoji in Instagram post

Matthew Graham

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Oct 12, 2025

Despite making it to the CFP semifinals last year, Penn State’s James Franklin couldn’t withstand a third straight loss.

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

Pat Forde

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Oct 12, 2025

With the firing of coach James Franklin, a once promising 2026 Penn State recruiting class is taking a hit.

Updated Big Ten recruiting rankings after Penn State fires James Franklin

Joe Cox

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State associate head coach Terry Smith talks with cornerback Elliot Washington II at Beaver Stadium.

Meet Terry Smith, the Penn State Letterman Taking Over for James Franklin

Mark Wogenrich

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Oct 12, 2025

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Oct 11, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin prior to the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

SEC power among James Franklin's next potential top jobs after Penn State firing

Jonathan Adams

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Oct 12, 2025

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti could be a prime candidate to take over Penn State.

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

Bryan Fischer

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State recruits Michigan football should target following James Franklin's firing

Trent Knoop

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Oct 12, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin walks off the field following the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

$64 million College Football Playoff coach emerges as Penn State candidate: Insider

Jonathan Adams

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State shockingly fired head coach James Franklin on Sunday.

James Franklin’s ‘Committed’ Quote About His Job Recirculates After Stunning Firing

Kristen Wong

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State fired head football coach James Franklin on Sunday.

Penn State Fires James Franklin: College Football World Reacts to Stunning Move

Ryan Phillips

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Oct 12, 2025

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule led Temple against his alma mater, Penn State, and coach James Franklin in 2014. The next year, the Owls would upset the Nittany Lions.

Another Future Nebraska Opponent Fires Coach, This One Stirring Matt Rhule Discussions

Kaleb Henry

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State coach James Franklin stands on the field after the Nittany Lions' loss to Northwestern.

When Penn State Calls Matt Rhule, He Has Only One Answer

Chuck Bausman

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State fired James Franklin on Sunday and owes its now-former head coach an enormous contract buyout.

How Much Penn State Owes James Franklin After Firing

Ryan Phillips

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State has parted ways with head coach James Franklin. Who's next at Happy Valley?

Top 5 best candidates to replace James Franklin after Penn State firing

Joe Cox

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin walks off the field following the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Beaver Stadium.

Penn State Fires Coach James Franklin After Loss to Northwestern, Source Confirms

Mark Wogenrich

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin stands on the field following the game against the Northwestern Wildcats.

Penn State Fires Coach James Franklin After Third Straight Loss

Tyler Lauletta

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Oct 12, 2025

Oct 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley celebrates after kicker Ryon Sayeri (48) hit a 54-yard field goal in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

USC Trojans' Receive Surprising Ranking Following Signature Win Over Michigan

Caden Handwork

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Oct 12, 2025

Penn State's buyout payments for James Franklin have been reported as low as $49 million but as high as $56.66 million. There are schools with bigger buyouts at issue.

College football's 10 costliest coaching buyouts includes $118 million shock

Joe Cox

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Oct 12, 2025

James Franklin's Penn State team has now lost three straight games.

Penn State’s James Franklin Seen Having Such an Awkward Moment After Stunning Loss

Andy Nesbitt

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Oct 12, 2025

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