Overview
- The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman and Ralph D. Russo report Virginia Tech initially targeted Franklin but is prepared to move on as he evaluates other potential openings, with the Florida State situation cited as a potential variable.
- On3’s Pete Nakos reports Arkansas has pursued Franklin in its search to replace Sam Pittman.
- Market platform Kalshi lists Franklin as the favorite for Virginia Tech at 59% and Arkansas at 44% as of Thursday afternoon.
- Penn State’s replacement search includes Georgia Tech’s Brent Key, James Madison’s Bob Chesney, Oregon OC Will Stein, Ohio State OC Brian Hartline, former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald, and ex‑Giants coach Brian Daboll, per The Athletic.
- Newsweek notes additional PSU interest in Bengals defensive coordinator Al Golden and adds that Virginia Tech is also evaluating Chesney.