Summary
Penn State University fired its football coach, James Franklin, after three straight losses, leaving the team with a 3-3 record. The school is searching for a new permanent coach and is considering Notre Dame's coach, Marcus Freeman, among others. Franklin's departure will cost Penn State $49 million due to his contract buyout.
Key Facts
- Penn State fired head coach James Franklin after the team lost three games in a row.
- The team started the season with three wins but lost the next three, including a close game against Northwestern.
- James Franklin had a 104–45 record over 12 years at Penn State.
- Terry Smith, an associate coach, will be the interim head coach.
- Penn State is looking for a new permanent coach and is interested in Marcus Freeman from Notre Dame.
- If Marcus Freeman joins, it would be a significant change in college football.
- Franklin's contract buyout will cost Penn State about $49 million.
- Other potential candidates for the coaching job include Nebraska's Matt Rhule and Indiana's Curt Cignetti.
