Franklin also anticipates Penn State a huge 2026 NFL draft class. “When it comes to player development, we expect to have anywhere between 10 and 12 guys drafted this year,” Franklin said, referring to 2026. “We’ve averaged over five draft picks per year in my 12 years at Penn State, a stat that we’re very, very proud of.”

The Penn State Nittany Lions were one of the main attractions of the Big Ten Media Days. The favorite to win the conference despite watching the Oregon Ducks and Ohio State Buckeyes finish ahead of them in 2024,

Yet, James Franklin still can't manage to keep Notre Dame out of his mouth. Speaking Wednesday at Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas, Franklin discussed leveling the playing field across college football.

Penn State’s 2024 college football unicorn is now in Indianapolis. Multi-dimensional threat Tyler Warren produced the greatest season by a Lions tight end in program history. PSU’s coaching staff believes the drop-off at the position will not be significant,

Despite the hype around Penn State this fall, ESPN personality Paul Finebaum believes Penn State has a major issue holding it back from long-term success. In a scathing rant, he is unenthused about the idea of Penn State being a national title contender.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey responds to James Franklin's SEC jab with a hilarious "That Other Conference" post that ignites media buzz.

James Franklin and the Penn State Nittany Lions are heading into the 2025 season with a loaded roster, veteran leadership and plenty of hype. With that talent comes major expectations, pressure from fans and media,