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One college football team's pursuit of James Franklin as the program's next coach just got a bit more complicated. Find out the latest college football rumors.
James Franklin and Penn State ’s 3-3 start through the first six games of the 2025 season led to his firing, ending a 12-year stint in Happy Valley. Despite Franklin’s 104-45 record at the helm, Penn State decided to pay what equates to the third-highest buyout in college football history at $49 million, according to CBS.
Former Penn State head coach James Franklin was linked to Auburn and Florida State amid rumors of Virginia Tech's interest.
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Could James Franklin Be Florida’s Next Head Coach? Former Player Says the Fit Makes Sense
After a rocky start to the 2025 season, Florida football may soon look for new leadership — and former Penn State star Pat Freiermuth believes ex-Nittany Lions coach James Franklin could be the perfect fit in Gainesville.