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High-Profile Head Coach Turned Down Penn State Job: Report

High-Profile Head Coach Turned Down Penn State Job: Report

Summary

Penn State looked for a new head coach after James Franklin left for Virginia Tech. They considered several candidates, including Matt Rhule, who has been successful with Nebraska. However, Rhule decided to stay at Nebraska after signing a contract extension.

Key Facts

  • James Franklin was the head coach at Penn State but moved to Virginia Tech.
  • Penn State considered multiple candidates for the head coach position.
  • Matt Rhule, a candidate for the job, signed a contract extension with Nebraska.
  • Rhule's contract buyout increased from $5 million to $15 million, making it costly for Penn State to hire him.
  • Rhule began his coaching career at Penn State and has improved the Nebraska team.
  • Rhule has been successful in recruiting top players to Nebraska.
  • Rhule expressed his commitment to continue as Nebraska's head coach.
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