Penn State hired Vanderbilt's James Franklin to replace Bill O'Brien as head coach. The move has raised criticism from multiple columnists, arguing Franklin should not be hired because he was coach when four Vanderbilt (AP) — Penn State has hired James Franklin as its next head coach. Franklin, 41, who led Vanderbilt to bowls in … Read more
James Franklin is expected to receive a contract from Penn State worth up to $4.5 million a year, according to a source, making him the Big Ten's second-highest-paid coach behind Ohio State's Urban Meyer. [+] Enlarge James Franklin. Marvin Gentry/USA Vanderbilt coach James Franklin is doused by linebacker Chase Garnham (36) after they defeated Houston, … Read more
While many people have expressed excitement over the imminent James Franklin hire, at least one Penn State College of Communications professor (and 117 supporters, as of publishing time) are not happy with it. An active day on the coaching carousel overshadowed an exodus of players to the pro ranks. An active day on the coaching … Read more
It'd be surprising if Vanderbilt athletic director David Williams was right about this, but he anticipates James Franklin to be coaching the Commodores for their season opener against Temple later this year. CBS Sports' Bruce Feldman first reported Williams confirmed to the paper that Franklin has a residence in Destin; a private plane — with … Read more
The Washington Redskins added James Franklin to their list of head coaching candidates, the Kansas City Chiefs will offer quarterback Alex Smith an extension in the offseason and more you might have missed from While Vanderbilt's James Franklin remains the leading candidate to become coach at Penn State, he has not received a formal offer, … Read more