Penn State, James Franklin
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Florida, Lane Kiffin and James Franklin
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One notable program that Mike Farrell Sports' Mike Huesmann linked Franklin to is the South Carolina Gamecocks. Although the program has yet to let go of head coach Shane Beamer, the team has fallen to 3-4 on the year and have the No. 11 remaining strength of schedule in college football, according to ESPN's FPI.
Former Penn State head coach James Franklin is not the only person responsible for this season’s stunning collapse, according to ESPN College GameDay host Rece Davis.
James Franklin’s $49-plus million buyout could soon look like chump change. Mike Norvell’s rump now roasts on the hot seat after a fourth consecutive loss, and his buyout would check in at more than $58 million at season’s end.
The Florida Gators wouldn't be getting a football coach who wins the big one should they hire former Penn State Nittany Lions headman James Fraklin.
Gone are the days of Florida State and Clemson dominating the league, with programs like Virginia and Georgia Tech now having a real shot at the College Football Playoff via the ACC Championship Game. There’s no reason why Virginia Tech couldn’t return to that conversation with the right coach.