James Franklin, Nick Saban and Penn State

Penn State and James Franklin Patiently Await Nick Singleton's 2025 Decision
"I'd love him back," Penn State coach James Franklin says of Nittany Lions running back Nicholas Singleton before the Orange Bowl.
Why Penn State's James Franklin wants Nick Saban to be CFB commissioner
Penn State football coach James Franklin is making the case that former coach Nick Saban should play a large role in College Football. Franklin wants Saban to be the game's commissioner, per ESPN.
Penn State coach James Franklin says Nick Saban should be college football’s commissioner
Franklin made the suggestion on Sunday at Penn State’s College Football Playoff quarterfinals media day ahead of the Fiesta Bowl.
Nick Singleton almost went to Notre Dame. Now, the Penn State star will face the Irish
Penn State star running back Nick Singleton almost committed to Notre Dame as a recruit. Now, he'll face the Fighting Irish in the College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl.
Penn State notes: Nick Singleton is glad he picked Lions over Notre Dame
When Nick Singleton committed to Penn State over Notre Dame in 2021, he never thought he’d play against the Fighting Irish. But that will happen when the Nittany Lions (13-2) meet Notre Dame (13-1) in a College Football Playoff semifinal in the Orange Bowl Thursday night at 7:30 in South Florida.
‘He’s a Penn State Guy’ – James Franklin Offers Glowing Endorsement of Nittany Lions’ Nicholas Singleton
As the Penn State Nittany Lions have dominated the first two rounds of the College Football Playoff, one of the reasons has been the team’s impressive ground game, powered by the dynamic running back duo of Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen.
Penn State RB Nick Singleton comments on NFL draft decision ahead of CFP Orange Bowl
Penn State reached the College Football Playoff semifinals thanks to some seriously talented players — many of whom will be in the NFL sooner or later.
As CFP run continues, Penn State’s receivers are no longer holding it back
Penn State's receivers have heard the criticism. And now, Marques Hagans' group seems to be proving its potential.
James Franklin Says Penn State's Receivers Aren't Being Talked About Enough
The Nittany Lions' wideouts don't have "gaudy" numbers but are blossoming into playmakers, Franklin says. Penn State’s run ...
James Franklin gives an update on Penn State football edge rusher Abdul Carter
The Nittany Lions head coach shared where the Big Ten's top defensive player stands ahead of the game against Notre Dame.
James Franklin on the emergence of a Penn State skill player: “He is playing his tail off right now’
STATE COLLEGE -- Kaytron Allen’s finest moments as a Penn State player likely occurred in the Nittany Lions’ 31-14 Fiesta ...
Penn State's James Franklin Delivers Positive Injury Update on Abdul Carter
The Big Ten defensive player of the year was injured in the Fiesta Bowl but is pivoting toward playing vs. Notre Dame in the ...
Penn State, James Franklin must beat Boise State to change narrative about big-game failures
James Franklin and Drew Allar are connected in Penn State big game failure. All it takes is beating Boise State to start to ...
James Franklin sounds off on Penn State's Ashton Jeanty lockdown
Penn State football HC James Franklin speaks on the defense's strong outing vs. Boise State star Ashton Jeanty in CFP game ...
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Notre Dame vs. Penn State: Orange Bowl insider analysis emphasizes pressure on Marcus Freeman, James Franklin
Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman continued his climb to stardom with a dazzling performance on the sideline in the College ...
James Franklin or Marcus Freeman will join an elite list of barrier breakers. Up first is a historic CFP semifinal.
History will be made for the winning coach when Penn State and Notre Dame play on Thursday at the Orange Bowl. Freeman or Franklin will become the first Black coach in the title game.