James Franklin wanted to spite Penn State after firing. Here's why he didn't
Penn State's former coach James Franklin took the Virginia Tech job, reducing his $49 million buyout from Penn State. Franklin cited Penn State's limited NIL budget as a reason for his departure.
James Franklin, Penn State's former coach, recently took the Virginia Tech job, triggering a mitigation clause in his $49 million buyout. Penn State's NIL budget was $7 million in 2024, significantly lower than competitors like Ohio State and Notre Dame. Franklin's team still reached the College Football Playoff semifinals, losing to Notre Dame by a single play. The limited budget was a key factor in Franklin's decision to leave Penn State. Franklin's move reduced his buyout from Penn State. The disparity in NIL budgets between Penn State and other top programs was a significant issue for Franklin.
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