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Penn State Receives Devastating News on Texas A&M's Mike Elko

Penn State Receives Devastating News on Texas A&M's Mike Elko

Summary

Penn State is looking for a new head football coach after firing James Franklin. They showed interest in Texas A&M's coach Mike Elko, but he is expected to stay at Texas A&M with a new contract. This situation poses a challenge for Penn State's search for a new coach.

Key Facts

  • Penn State fired head coach James Franklin on October 13.
  • Texas A&M's head coach, Mike Elko, was considered a potential candidate for Penn State.
  • Elko is expected to sign a contract extension with Texas A&M, keeping him there.
  • The new contract could make Elko one of the top 10 highest-paid coaches in the country.
  • Penn State is considering other candidates, including Ohio State's offensive coordinator, Brian Hartline.
  • Elko has led Texas A&M to a 9-0 record this season and has a 17-5 overall record with the team.
  • Penn State won the Big Ten championship under Franklin in 2016.
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