James Franklin has reportedly been fired

[stillwright]

I'm not minimizing what happened with Sandusky and PSU administrators but how long do we keep bringing that up? There are no players, coaches, or, to the best of my knowledge, administrators still here from that era over 14 years ago.

How long? Lol. It is an afterthought now. How many children lives were destroyed all to protect a college football program where everyone in the know ...knew.....and let it happen. You tell me. How long would be enough if it was your kid?

 

[SteelerFan448]

It was probably time to move on from Franklin, but Penn State is also going to have a tough time finding someone who will win that many games consistently as well.

 

[Sarge]

It was probably time to move on from Franklin, but Penn State is also going to have a tough time finding someone who will win that many games consistently as well.

Probably but not necessarily. I remember when Franklin was hired. There wasn’t a ton of optimism and it turned out ok I’d say. I don’t know why people are so afraid to move on from good. You’ll never find great if you don’t.

 

[Troglodyte]

The buyout amount is ridiculous. Franklin’s firing should’ve been preceded by the firing of whoever was responsible for giving him that huge contract.

 

[SteelerFan448]

Probably but not necessarily. I remember when Franklin was hired. There wasn’t a ton of optimism and it turned out ok I’d say. I don’t know why people are so afraid to move on from good. You’ll never find great if you don’t.

I definitely agree it was time, but 6 seasons of 10+ wins and averaging over 9 wins per season at a school like Penn State is very good. Who's on your short list?

 

[ExUSAF]

How long? Lol. It is an afterthought now. How many children lives were destroyed all to protect a college football program where everyone in the know ...knew.....and let it happen. You tell me. How long would be enough if it was your kid?

Till Sandusky is safely in prison and anyone responsible for the scandal is gone. Is there anyone remaining from 14 years ago in that category?

 

[tapeANaspirin2it]

Rumor is that ADIDAS is paying the buyout. They just signed Penn State as their signature school. Penn State was losing committments so I think they had to do this. The only holdup was the money and if ADIDAS is paying it then this is best for all parties.

I also heard that Franklin wanted a new contract before this season. He said he is underpaid, and technically, he was. He was 18th highest paid coach. PSU said no and that seemed to sour things. Franklin did not seem his normal fired up self this year.

If ADIDAS is paying, maybe they do try to get CIgnetti from Indiana.

Matt Rhule of Nebraska is the obvious fit. He grew up in State College and played for Penn State. He has had success at Temple, Baylor and is turning Nebraska around. He also has NFL experience. Plus he's pals with Penn State's AD

 

[tapeANaspirin2it]

The buyout amount is ridiculous. Franklin’s firing should’ve been preceded by the firing of whoever was responsible for giving him that huge contract.

Her name is Sandy Barbour and she gave Franklin this sweetheart deal on her way out the door a few years ago. They have a competent Athletic Director now.

 

[stillwright]

Till Sandusky is safely in prison and anyone responsible for the scandal is gone. Is there anyone remaining from 14 years ago in that category?

Penn State got off easy. Do you truly believe Penn State paid their due on their negligence on this matter? Turning a blind eye on this entire thing .....all in the name of their football program? Really? If your child was a victim....you would really feel good with the punishment they received? Really? Wow.

 

[Drink IRON City]

It was probably time to move on from Franklin, but Penn State is also going to have a tough time finding someone who will win that many games consistently as well.

At least they are addressing the BIG GAME & fact he just can’t get them there.

Our Steelers should take head, lose Tomlin and yes there may be growing pains but also celebratory SB championship wins as well.




Salute the nation

 

[Ye Black Knight]

Penn State got off easy. Do you truly believe Penn State paid their due on their negligence on this matter? Turning a blind eye on this entire thing .....all in the name of their football program? Really? If your child was a victim....you would really feel good with the punishment they received? Really? Wow.

Absolutely. Penn State’s football program should’ve been burned to the ground. It should have been orders of magnitude worse than what happened to SMU in the 80s.

 

[Black & Gold Bleeder]

I definitely agree it was time, but 6 seasons of 10+ wins and averaging over 9 wins per season at a school like Penn State is very good. Who's on your short list?

i dont understand this. I think Penn St. is a top 10/20 football school and always has been. I think the PA talent has been lost to other schools. maybe.
I think that A good new coach is always around the corner . Im looking at Indiana right now. OR a Brent Key from GA Tech. Who just signed a multi yr contract. I dont have a short list. But some smart guy who works in the athletic department does.

 

[Hypocycloids]

Penn State got off easy. Do you truly believe Penn State paid their due on their negligence on this matter? Turning a blind eye on this entire thing .....all in the name of their football program? Really? If your child was a victim....you would really feel good with the punishment they received? Really? Wow.

Just curious as to what you believe the punishment should have been. The complete termination of the football program?
The victims are now in their 30’s. It would be nice to know if they thought the punishment was fair.

They are millionaires, so I bet they are satisfied.

• In October 2013, Penn State announced a nearly $60 million settlement with 26 victims.
• Two years later, the university announced an additional $33.2 million to settle six more claims, bringing the total paid to $93 million for 32 claims.
• By November 2017, the total settlements for 33 people had reached $109 million.
• In November 2021, reports indicated that Penn State had paid close to $130 million to nearly 30 accusers.

In addition to the victim settlements, the scandal cost the university hundreds of millions of dollars in legal fees, internal investigations, public relations, and penalties from the NCAA.