Summary
Penn State is searching for a new head football coach after firing James Franklin. Athletic Director Patrick Kraft is considering Curt Cignetti and Matt Rhule for the position. Penn State is attractive to potential coaches due to recent investments in facilities and success in the College Football Playoff.
Key Facts
- Penn State dismissed head football coach James Franklin after a string of losses, including a defeat by Northwestern.
- Curt Cignetti is currently coaching Indiana and has been successful there, ranking No. 3 this season.
- Matt Rhule, now a head coach at Nebraska, has a history with Penn State's Athletic Director, Patrick Kraft.
- Rhule has a mixed coaching record, having previously coached at Temple, Baylor, and the NFL's Carolina Panthers.
- Penn State's football program is considered appealing to coaches because of its facility investments and past playoff achievements.
