Overview
- Dead Air Sports published snippets from a players meeting that feature a voice attributed to Pat Kraft saying his career could be over if he hires the wrong coach.
- The clips include profane remarks about Michigan and Oregon, blunt comments on State College’s recruiting challenges, and a claim that Penn State’s roster is among the highest paid in NIL.
- Dead Air Sports said the audio is edited, outlets noted there has been no independent verification, and reports highlighted potential wiretap violations under state law.
- Social sharing amplified the leak, including posts from Barstool’s Liam Blutman, as reporting described upper-level Penn State administrators becoming involved in the search process.
- Coverage pointed to movement toward Iowa State’s Matt Campbell as head coach, with Yahoo Sports later asserting the hire was completed.