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James Franklin shocked at Penn State firing him months after playing for a chance at national title

James Franklin says he was shocked when Penn State fired him hours after a loss in which the Nittany Lions also lost quarterback Drew Allar to a season-ending injury but that he cannot wait to coach again elsewhere.

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James Franklin breaks silence on fairness of Penn State firing, plans to reevaluate coaching style

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James Franklin Breaks Silence With Strong Words After Penn State Firing

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Where to watch Penn State vs. Iowa: Live stream, kickoff time, odds, prediction for Week 8 Big Ten battle

It's been an eventful week in State College, Pennsylvania, as James Franklin became the latest coaching casualty of the 2025 season.

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Keys to victory: Penn State must overcome adversity in first game without Franklin

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Could Penn State see an influx of transfers with James Franklin fired?

Penn State, Iowa Hawkeyes and college football playoff

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Penn State Nittany Lions at Iowa Hawkeyes odds, picks and predictions

The Penn State Nittany Lions play their first game after coach James Franklin was fired when they visit Iowa City to face the Iowa Hawkeyes Saturday.

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Penn State vs. Iowa prediction, odds: 2025 college football Week 8 picks from proven model

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Iowa football vs. Penn State expert predictions nationally

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Finebaum: No one fits Penn State job better than Matt Rhule

Paul Finebaum joins "Get Up" to explain why Matt Rhule is the perfect fit for the vacant head coach position at Penn State.

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Matt Rhule on Penn State rumors: 'I refuse to be distracted'

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Miss Terry discusses Nick Saban's potential coaching return, pokes fun at 'baby coaches'

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Elite 11 QB Decommits From Penn State in Wake of James Franklin Firing

Huhn is the No. 17 quarterback in the 2026 class.

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How to Watch Penn State vs. Iowa: Big Ten College Football, Exclusively on Peacock

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Taking a look back at memorable games between Penn State, Iowa

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After Penn State, James Franklin Makes Bold Prediction for his Future

Franklin recently received a message from Kevin Allar, father of injured Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, and reflected on how neither is with the team Saturday in Iowa City, where the Nittany Lions will face the Hawkeyes. But on the GameDay set, Franklin made it clear that he will coach again, likely as soon as next season.

Penn State's $50M firing of head coach proves money is no object for football-rich schools

Penn State was ranked No. 2 in the preseason, but after three losses, head coach James Franklin was shown the door.

James Franklin Had 'Pissed Some People Off' Prior to PSU Firing, Former Staffer Says

A former Penn State football staffer provided some additional insight this week into the school's decision to fire head coach James Franklin.

Indiana makes bold $96.8 million Curt Cignetti move to fend off Penn State

Well, as of Thursday, October 16, Indiana has cut them off at the pass. Cignetti signed a brand-new eight-year contract worth $92.8 million with an average annual salary of $11.6 million, according to the team’s website.