Summary
Penn State is looking for a new head coach after firing James Franklin. The team has shown interest in BYU's Kalani Sitake, but BYU is working to keep him. Penn State is also considering other candidates for the position.
Key Facts
- Penn State fired head coach James Franklin after a 3-3 start to the college football season.
- BYU head coach Kalani Sitake is a candidate for the Penn State job, but BYU wants to retain him.
- Tennessee coach Josh Heupel stated he is not interested in the Penn State position.
- Penn State is competing with other major schools like Florida and LSU for a new head coach.
- The interim head coach for Penn State is Terry Smith.
- Penn State's recruiting class for 2026 is currently ranked 130th.
