Overview
- At Campbell’s introductory press conference, Kraft confirmed the audio was his, called it “embarrassing,” and apologized to anyone offended.
- He said the recording captured candid remarks to players in which he warned he could be fired if the coaching hire failed and asked, “How could you f— up Penn State?”
- Reports on the clip describe him criticizing rivals, including calling Oregon “frauds” and accusing Michigan of cheating in reference to the sign‑stealing scandal.
- The file was posted by Dead Air Sports and spread widely online, with outlets noting editing questions and raising Pennsylvania two‑party consent concerns that Kraft did not address.
- The episode unfolded during a pressured search that ended with Matt Campbell’s hiring to replace James Franklin, shifting attention to Penn State’s transition under a new coach.