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Why Penn State HC James Franklin doesn’t feel difference in heightened expectations

James Franklin explained why he doesn't feel the rise in expectations for the Penn State Nittany Lions as they prepare for ...

Quarterback Drew Allar is comfortable, trimmer and set for his final year at Penn State

During the first week of Penn State’s preseason practice, offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki noticed the trimmer Drew ...
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James Franklin’s job called into question after turning Penn State into the Dallas Cowboys, analyst says

Despite the criticism, Franklin remains highly respected. He’s 101-42 at Penn State and is widely considered one of the better coaches in college football. If the Nittany Lions ever did move on, ...

Penn State’s James Franklin on a youngster’s ascent: ‘He’s legitimately fighting for a starting job’

Here was Franklin on the 6-2, 305-pound Gilliam, a tackle, in early April: “Xavier Gilliam’s been a guy that, as you guys saw in the winter workouts, really flashed, and he’s doing it here (in spring) ...

Penn State's James Franklin Loves This Change Coming to Beaver Stadium

Penn State is building temporary bleachers during the Beaver Stadium renovation, even adding seats to open concourse space.

Under More Pressure: Brian Kelly, James Franklin Or Lincoln Riley?

Danny Kanell, Damien Harris and Bryant McFadden join HQ to discuss whether Brian Kelly, James Franklin or Lincoln Riley is ...

Penn State football’s James Franklin draws Joe Paterno comparison

Penn State football coach James Franklin is getting compared to Joe Paterno, by someone who played for Paterno.

James Franklin: Overrated or underappreciated? College football may get its answer this season

Franklin is college football's most polarizing elite coach, and even he is willing to concede that this season is huge for his reputation.