James Franklin, Orange Bowl

An inspiration to Black coaches: James Franklin's historic position in the Orange Bowl
As James Franklin prepares for the Orange Bowl, the Nittany Lions head coach reflected on how two Black head coaches can impact the future.
James Franklin, Marcus Freeman set to make college football history, more to come
Penn State's James Franklin and Notre Dame's Marcus Freeman have broken ground as the first Black head coaches to lead teams to the CFP. Both understand the historic nature of their matchup.
James Franklin: “don’t think anything can stop” Abdul Carter from playing in Orange Bowl
Typically, Penn State head coach James Franklin doesn’t discuss injuries on his team unless they are long-term. However, Franklin knows that Abdul Carter’s status ahead of the College Football Playoff Semifinals warrants plenty of intrigue across the sport.
James Franklin, Marcus Freeman share importance of making history for Black coaches in CFP
The winner of Thursday's semifinal will become the first Black head coach to advance its team to a national title game.
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.
Penn State’s James Franklin: Nick Saban ‘obvious choice’ as college football commissioner
The challenges that would await a commissioner would be plentiful in a new era that the NCAA has struggled to navigate.
James Franklin and Marcus Freeman recognize the historic nature of their CFP semifinal
James Franklin of Penn State and Marcus Freeman of Notre Dame will face off in the Fiesta Bowl. The winner will be the first Black coach to play for an CFP title.
As Penn State nears season-defining moment, James Franklin’s message remains the same
An Orange Bowl win would solidify Franklin's long-held belief that for the past decade, he’s laid the groundwork for ...
Penn State's James Franklin reveals 'real story' of College Football Playoff semis
Penn State football coach James Franklin thinks the College Football Playoff is a treasured experience for fans of the ...
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 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 ...
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.
Penn State and James Franklin Patiently Await Nick Singleton's 2025 Decision
Running back Nicholas Singleton has been a key piece to Penn State’s offense during its postseason run, which will continue ...