Not much has changed in Penn State’s results since Terry Smith took over as the interim head coach. The coaching search continues, but before the Lions can finalize a name, there are urgent matters to attend to. The early national signing day is around the corner. For now, Smith is looking at recruiting, while it is a certainty that he won’t be the next head coach.

After James Franklin was fired, many Penn State commits deserted the program for greener pastures. Those who remain in the 2026 class are also taking official visits elsewhere. The Lions can’t wait for their next head coach to sort it out. According to industry insiders, Smith is seeking to utilize Penn State’s $20.5 million NIL fund to retain players within the program.

At the focus of Smith’s efforts are WPIAL players. As pe

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