By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
October 14, 2025
James Franklin is out at Penn State, and the Nittany Lions are looking for their next head coach.
Which candidates should be at the top of their list?
On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, Spencer McLaughlin discusses one of the hottest seats in College Football.
Wisconsin’s disaster at home against Iowa could be the final nail in Luke Fickell’s proverbial coffin.
Texas A&M has long struggled to get over the hump, but Mike Elko appears to have a team that is truly Playoff-caliber.
Additionally, USC remains one of the most underrated teams in the country.
0:00 Matt Rhule to Penn State rumors
5:07 James Franklin’s contract clause and potential destinations
10:14 Wisconsin’s struggles under Luke Fickell
17:51 Michigan State and Jonathan Smith’s uncertain future
22:18 Texas A&M’s playoff potential and upcoming challenges
26:24 USC’s improvement in the running game and defense
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