Summary
Penn State is looking for a new head football coach after parting ways with James Franklin. They are considering several candidates, including possibly hiring Jimbo Fisher, the former coach of Florida State and Texas A&M. Penn State has not yet made a final decision on who to hire.
Key Facts
- Penn State's head coach position is vacant after letting go of James Franklin.
- Some coaching candidates have chosen to stay with their current teams, including Kalani Sitake at BYU.
- Penn State is considering promoting Terry Smith or hiring a well-known coach without a current job.
- Jimbo Fisher, who has a history of success with Florida State, is a potential candidate.
- Fisher won a national championship with Florida State in 2013, but struggled in his final years at Texas A&M.
- Penn State has not officially connected with Fisher, but he's considered a potential option.
- The search for a new head coach continues, with no final decision made yet.