Summary
Penn State University has hired Matt Campbell as their new head football coach, replacing James Franklin. Terry Smith, who was the interim head coach, will stay on the coaching staff under Campbell.
Key Facts
- Penn State hired Matt Campbell as the new head football coach.
- Campbell was previously the head coach at Iowa State.
- Terry Smith served as Penn State's interim head coach after Franklin's departure.
- Smith will remain on the coaching staff with Campbell.
- Smith received interest from other universities but chose to stay at Penn State.
- Players supported Smith remaining with the team.
- Campbell had a record of 72-55 at Iowa State from 2016 to 2025.
- Before Iowa State, Campbell was the head coach at Toledo, recording a 35-15 record.
