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Penn State Picks Matt Campbell as Head Coach Pending Board Approval

Board approval is scheduled Monday as Campbell starts building his Penn State staff.

Overview

  • Penn State is retaining interim coach Terry Smith, with reports indicating he will be among the highest‑paid non‑coordinator assistants in college football.
  • Iowa State associate AD for football personnel Derek Hoodjer is set to join Campbell in State College, according to multiple reports.
  • Iowa State named former Washington State head coach Jimmy Rogers to succeed Campbell, with Rogers issuing a statement of acceptance.
  • The Cyclones declined a bowl invitation following Campbell’s exit, with On3 reporting the school could face an NCAA fine for skipping the game.
  • Reports place Campbell’s agreement at eight years and more than $10 million per year, pending approval by Penn State’s Board of Trustees.