Summary
Penn State University has been searching for a new head football coach after firing its previous coach. They have faced challenges in hiring a replacement, as several candidates have declined the position. Recently, Matt Campbell from Iowa State has emerged as a strong candidate.
Key Facts
- Penn State fired its football head coach and is looking for a replacement.
- Alabama's Kalen DeBoer and former James Madison coach Bob Chesney were considered but are not joining Penn State.
- BYU’s Kalani Sitake chose to stay at BYU with a new contract after being considered by Penn State.
- Louisville’s Jeff Brohm declined Penn State's job offer to stay with his current team.
- Matt Campbell, the current coach of Iowa State, has gained significant interest from Penn State.
- Campbell has a record of 72 wins and 55 losses over 10 seasons at Iowa State.
- Interim head coach Terry Smith and former New York Giants coach Brian Daboll are also in consideration.
- Matt Campbell improved his chances of getting the Penn State job, with his odds increasing from 6% to 20% in one day.
