Since firing James Franklin as head coach after the 22-21 Week 7 loss to the Northwestern Wildcats, speculation has grown about who will take the Penn State job. Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti has emerged as a popular name for the Penn State Nittany Lions, and he added fuel to the flames about that rumor in his latest comments about interim coach Terry Smith.

During a guest appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” on ESPN, the 64-year-old head coach was asked to share his thoughts about Smith after Cignetti mentioned an Indiana high school game to McAfee. Curt Cignetti praised Smith and believes he'll do a fine job as Penn State's interim head coach.

“I love you guys, and I heard you talking about the Gateway Gators against the Plum Mustangs the other day. You know what I mean

See Full Page