Overview
- Terry Smith signed a four-year deal to remain on staff and will coach Penn State in the Dec. 27 Pinstripe Bowl against Clemson.
- Clemson coach Dabo Swinney called Smith’s interim stint “an incredibly difficult task” and praised how the Nittany Lions rallied to reach a bowl.
- Derek Hoodjer is listed as Penn State’s general manager, with fellow Campbell hires Greg Brabenec, Aaron Hillman, Reid Kagy and Trent Slattenow also appearing in the university directory.
- Campbell outlined a plan centered on in-state high school recruiting, player development and targeted transfer-portal evaluations, noting expanded program resources under AD Pat Kraft.
- University leaders publicly thanked Smith for stabilizing the program, and Campbell said it is his honor to work hand in hand with him moving forward.