Summary
Penn State has appointed Matt Campbell as the new head coach, signing him to an eight-year contract. The team decided to keep Terry Smith, the interim coach, on staff and reportedly plan to make him the highest-paid non-coordinator in college football. Smith is popular among the players and has prevented key recruits from leaving the program.
Key Facts
- Penn State hired Matt Campbell, previously the head coach at Iowa State, as their new football head coach.
- The contract with Matt Campbell is for eight years.
- Terry Smith served as interim head coach after James Franklin was fired in October.
- Smith will stay on staff under Campbell and is expected to become the highest-paid non-coordinator in college football.
- Smith was considered for the head coach position and had support from the players and interest from other schools.
- Penn State players showed support for Smith by displaying signs during a game.
- Smith helped retain top recruits, including quarterback Peyton Falzone and defensive lineman Jackson Ford.
