Penn State Players and Fans React to James Franklin's Firing
James Franklin's era at Penn State has come to an end after nearly 12 seasons and two disastrous losses, despite initial national championship expectations.
Franklin had brought the Nittany Lions back to relevance, winning the 2016 Big Ten Championship and coming close to the national title game less than a year ago.
Things change fast in college football.
Leading up to the White Out game against Oregon, expectations were high, but ultimately, the team plateaued, and it was time for a change.
- Linebacker Tony Rojas was among the Penn State players who took to social media to react to Franklin's firing.
- Many fans joked about Franklin's $50 million buyout, the second-largest ever for a college football coach, behind Jimbo Fisher.
Author's summary: Penn State fires James Franklin after 12 seasons.