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Penn State's Head Coach Search: Freeman and Drinkwitz Top Candidates

10/24/2025

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Penn State is exploring candidates for its next head football coach after James Franklin.
Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame head coach, stands out with a strong record, including an appearance in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
Eli Drinkwitz, Missouri head coach, is another candidate, though he carries a high salary.
The search aims for a transformative leader who can deliver tangible results and elevate the program.

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Story summary

Penn State is exploring candidates for its next head football coach after James Franklin.
Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame head coach, stands out with a strong record, including an appearance in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
Eli Drinkwitz, Missouri head coach, is another candidate, though he carries a high salary.
The search aims for a transformative leader who can deliver tangible results and elevate the program.