Penn State, College Football Playoff and James Franklin

Penn State could mimic Michigan's College Football Playoff run, but James Franklin isn't Jim Harbaugh
College football’s bards mused this playoff lacked a dominant team, like 2019 LSU or 2020 Alabama, although Ohio State sprints closer to resembling those past juggernauts. What about 2023 Michigan, though?
An inside look at Notre Dame’s College Football Playoff semifinal opponent Penn State
Mar 20, 2018; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions tight end Mike Gesicki does an interview with Penn State Nittany Lions running back Saquon Barkley at Penn State Football Pro Day. Mandatory Credit: Eric Firestine-USA TODAY Sports
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 programs.
Penn State has cruised through the College Football Playoff so far. Here comes the hard part.
James Franklin finally has an opportunity to change the narrative that surrounds his program. But he's got to win a big game to do it.
Notre Dame, Penn State face off in College Football Playoff: Three keys to the Orange Bowl
The first College Football Playoff semifinal will feature Penn State and Notre Dame. A breakdown of the keys to victory in the Orange Bowl.
ESPN gives Penn State the worst odds to win it all in the College Football Playoff
ESPN's latest projections aren't giving the Nittany Lions much of a chance to get past Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl.
Abdul Carter injury update: What is the latest ahead of Penn State’s CFP semifinal vs. Notre Dame?
Penn State star Abdul Carter is expected to play vs. Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinal, James Franklin ...
Former USF coordinator Tom Allen finds new life with Nittany Lions
Dismissed as Indiana head coach at the end of 2023 (his third consecutive losing season), he has found new life in an old gig ...
Abdul Carter update: Penn State DE 'game time decision' vs. Notre Dame
Penn State star defensive end Abdul Carter will be a game time decision for the Orange Bowl semifinal game against Notre Dame, head coach James Franklin said on ...
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History of Penn State football championships: How many national titles have the Nittany Lions won?
The Nittany Lions are one of the few teams still fighting for the first National Championship of the 12-team College Football ...
For one Nittany Lions fan, his Irish eyes well up when he recalls 1985 ND-Penn St. game
Irish fans surely have fond memories of the “snow bowl” 1992 game in South Bend when Rick Mirer completed a TD pass to Jerome ...
Notre Dame football vs. Penn State: three keys, predictions for Orange Bowl CFP semifinal
Which team will earn the first spot into the College Football Playoff title game? Here's three things that could decide Notre ...
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Penn State Football: Grading Nittany Lions’ Recent Transfer Portal Additions
Ross has the potential to be an extremely productive wide receiver next season for the Nittany Lions. Penn State Football expects to remain active in the transfer portal throughout the rest ...
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Penn State vs. SMU Prediction: Nittany Lions Host Mustangs in First Round of College Football Playoff
The Nittany Lions won eight of their 11 games ... is one of college football's most underrated playmakers. Penn State's offense is certainly one of the better groups SMU's defense has faced ...
Penn State’s secret weapons: A half-dozen overlooked Lions who can be difference-makers vs. Notre Dame
Penn State linebacker Dominic DeLuca hoists the trophy after the 31-14 win over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl on Dec. 31, ...