Overview
- Elko told reporters he does not discuss the topic with his players and called the speculation “absolutely hilarious” and “a waste of brain space.”
- Coverage noted his comments stopped short of a direct denial, invoking his 2023 pattern of downplaying rumors at Duke before leaving for Texas A&M.
- Texas A&M is 7-0 and ranked No. 3, a surge that has put Elko in conversations for major openings.
- Elko has regional ties that fuel interest, including being born in New Jersey and playing at the University of Pennsylvania.
- Penn State’s search remains ongoing with no hire announced, and other coaches such as Matt Rhule and Manny Diaz have fielded questions about the opening.