Penn State Head Coaching Search Update: Who is in? Who is out? Details on the #1 Target

JR brings on Chris for the weekly Penn State head coaching search update on The Big Ten Huddle. The top 4 candidates have solidified:

Tier 1 (Preferred): Mike Elko (Texas A&M – no extension signed), Kalen DeBoer (Alabama – mutual interest despite success)
Tier 2 (Strong Backups): Eli Drinkwitz (Missouri), Brent Key (Georgia Tech – rising fast)

Key Intel:

• Elko remains Penn State’s #1 target
• DeBoer unhappy in Tuscaloosa? Boosters already frustrated
• Big weekend phone call excited Pat Kraft
• Playoff runs complicate timing – early December target
• Possible binding contract before season ends?

Actions speak louder than words – watch who signs extensions (or doesn’t).

Timestamps (Video Chapters):
00:00 Coaching Search Update
02:15 Top Four Candidates
06:20 Contract Dilemmas
11:10 Franklin Buyout Explained
15:05 NIL & Recruiting Issues
18:41 Final Predictions
19:55 Conclusion

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