Penn State, James Franklin and College Football Playoff

Penn State could mimic Michigan's College Football Playoff run, but James Franklin isn't Jim Harbaugh
College football’s bards mused this playoff lacked a dominant team, like 2019 LSU or 2020 Alabama, although Ohio State sprints closer to resembling those past juggernauts. What about 2023 Michigan, though?
Penn State's James Franklin reveals 'real story' of College Football Playoff semis
Penn State football coach James Franklin thinks the College Football Playoff is a treasured experience for fans of the programs.
Will Penn State DE Abdul Carter play in the Orange Bowl? James Franklin gives update
Franklin spoke to the media Wednesday morning at a joint press conference with Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman.
Penn State has cruised through the College Football Playoff so far. Here comes the hard part.
James Franklin finally has an opportunity to change the narrative that surrounds his program. But he's got to win a big game to do it.
James Franklin gives an update on Penn State football edge rusher Abdul Carter
The Nittany Lions head coach shared where the Big Ten's top defensive player stands ahead of the game against Notre Dame.
Penn State’s James Franklin believes college football needs a commissioner. Who would he pick?
GLENDALE, Ariz. – Penn State’s James Franklin has never been one to ignore the big picture, whether that’s strictly with his Nittany Lions program or the sport of college football, in general. PSU is in a great spot at the moment, preparing to face Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl on Tuesday. PSU-Boise State is one of the playoff quarterfinal games.
Penn State’s James Franklin: Nick Saban ‘obvious choice’ as college football commissioner
The challenges that would await a commissioner would be plentiful in a new era that the NCAA has struggled to navigate.
James Franklin says Penn State and Notre Dame match up well
These two teams are very similar on paper, so much so that the spread is just 2.5 points in favor of the Fighting Irish.
College Football Playoff semifinals spread picks: Notre Dame-Penn State, Ohio State-Texas
Penn State, Notre Dame, Ohio State and Texas are all that remain of the 134 FBS teams who began the year with playoff dreams. One of them will be crowned national champion on January 20.
Penn State's James Franklin Nominates Nick Saban as College Football Commissioner
At Fiesta Bowl media day, the Nittany Lions coach made some recommendations to change college football. Nick Saban was a priority.
Penn State Faces Notre Dame in CFP Semifinals
Penn State faces seventh-seeded (fifth-ranked) Notre Dame in the semifinals of the College Football Playoffs (CFP). The game
As Penn State nears season-defining moment, James Franklin’s message remains the same
An Orange Bowl win would solidify Franklin's long-held belief that for the past decade, he’s laid the groundwork for ...
Abdul Carter update: Penn State DE 'game time decision' vs. Notre Dame
Penn State star defensive end Abdul Carter will be a game time decision for the Orange Bowl semifinal game against Notre Dame, head coach James Franklin said on ...
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James Franklin explains why Penn State did not provide availability report vs. Boise State
Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin has turned his attention to the Orange Bowl, which is acting as a College ...
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Notre Dame vs. Penn State: Orange Bowl insider analysis emphasizes pressure on Marcus Freeman, James Franklin
Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman continued his climb to stardom with a dazzling performance on the sideline in the College ...