Penn State 4-star safety recruit ‘still committed,’ but there’s a catch

Penn State’s football program continues to feel the ripple effects of James Franklin ’s firing. The university’s farewell post for the longtime head coach went viral, symbolizing the end of an era and the uncertainty now surrounding the program.

After Franklin’s dismissal, the official Penn State football X account posted a simple message: “Thank you for everything, CJF,” alongside a photo that read, “Thank you, Coach Franklin.” Replies were disabled, but fans quickly flooded the quotes, expressing a mix of emotions.

Some noted the striking resemblance between Penn State’s farewell graphic and Oklahoma State’s recent post after firing Mike Gundy.

The reaction highlighted how quickly fortunes have changed in Happy Valley. Once considered a College Football Playoff contender, Penn Sta