Arguably the hottest name on Penn State’s search list is Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule. The former Penn State linebacker has extensive ties to the program, and to Kraft, and has helped rebuild Nebraska, ranked 25th in the AP poll.

Drew Allar walked into a quiet Lasch Building conference room with a smile and a whole lot of optimism. It was April 2024, and the face of Penn State’s program was eagerly awaiting his second season as starting quarterback. Allar believed Penn State was bound for something special — and that he and James Franklin would accomplish it together.

Penn State's willingness to pay the second-biggest buyout in college football history is an expensive reminder of the cost of doing business at this level.

James Franklin's run as the head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions came to an end Sunday, as he was fired by the school after losing his last three games. The final defeat came Saturday when Penn State was stunned at home by Northwestern, losing 22-21 in game that the Nittany Lions were favored by more than three touchdowns to win.

When Penn State hit the big red button on Sunday, it did more than just alter the trajectory and future of Penn State football. It sent a shockwave that will be felt in boardrooms, closed offices and booster text chains around the country.

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