Summary
Penn State is in the final stages of hiring Matt Campbell, Iowa State's current head coach, to lead its football program. The search for a new coach began over 50 days ago after the firing of former head coach James Franklin, who lost three consecutive games.
Key Facts
- Penn State University is finalizing a deal with Matt Campbell for the head coach position.
- Matt Campbell is currently the head coach at Iowa State.
- Penn State's search for a new coach has lasted more than 50 days.
- The previous head coach, James Franklin, was fired after losing three games in a row.
- The losing streak included games against Oregon, UCLA, and Northwestern.
- Penn State has been one of the last major programs to hire a new coach this season.
