The SNEAKY Candidate to Replace James Franklin at Penn State... Syracuse's Fran Brown
The SNEAKY Candidate to Replace James Franklin at Penn State... Syracuse's Fran Brown  
Podcast: Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball
Published On: Fri Oct 17 2025
Description: Penn State’s search for a new head coach is heating up — and Fran Brown is suddenly part of the conversation. Zach Seyko (Locked On Nittany Lions) and Jackson Holzer (Locked On Syracuse) break down whether the Syracuse head coach would consider leaving for Penn State, how the move would impact recruiting, and why Brown’s name keeps popping up alongside Matt Rhule and Mike Elko. They also discuss how Franklin’s firing opened doors for Syracuse on the recruiting trail — including visits from Kemon Spell and Khalil Taylor. Plus, what interim coach Terry Smith is doing to stabilize Penn State’s class of 2026.Become an every-dayer! Subscribe to Locked On Nittany Lions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=1Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!SupplyHouseJoin the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit https://www.supplyhouse.com/apply-for-trademaster to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order.WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.Rugiet150,000 men have made the switch →https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGEUse code LOCKEDONNFL to get 15% off your order!DoorDashWith DoorDash Streaks, you save every Saturday you order — stack it up all season and you could save up to $250. Order this Saturday. Keep the streak alive. Fuel your gameday — only with DoorDash. Terms apply. Promo period through 11/18.MazdaIt’s the small details that make the big plays. And just like there’s more to every player, there’s more to a Mazda vehicle.Mazda. Move and Be Moved.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE at https://www.monarchmoney.com/lockedoncollege for 50% off your first year.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LONittanyLions?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollegeFollow the show on X!https://x.com/LockedOnNittanyhttps://x.com/zach\_seyko#lockedonnittanylions #pennstate #nittanylions #pennstatefootball #collegefootball #bigtenfootball #ncaafootball #lockedon #football #jamesfranklin#iowa #iowafootball #iowahawkeyes #hawkeyesKey words:penn statepenn state nittany lionspenn state footballpenn state schedulepenn state universitypenn state football schedulepenn state basketballpenn state gamepenn state ohio statepenn state michiganpenn state wrestlingpenn state scorepenn state newspenn state rosterpenn state football newspenn state football gamecollege footballpenn state recruitingpenn state football recruitingpenn state football todaypsu footballjames franklinandy kotelnickijim knowlesdrew allarmike rhoadescael sandersonjames franklin press conferencemike rhoades press conferencecael sanderson press conferenceRemember to subscribe... https://www.youtube.com/@lockedonnittanylions?sub\_confirmation=10:00 – Intro2:02 – Could Fran Brown Be in Play?4:50 – Why Penn State Moved On from Franklin6:30 – Why Fran Brown’s Recruiting Power Makes Him Intriguing11:48 – Penn State’s Big-Game Mentality vs Brown’s Grit & Edge13:27 – Why PSU Fans Say No to Fran Brown15:57 – Is Fran Brown a Tier 2 Candidate or a Long Shot?17:28 – Syracuse’s Rise & Recruiting Wins Over Penn State22:55 – Brown’s Leverage Play: Why the Rumor Helps Syracuse25:25 – Penn State Recruiting Fallout: Decommits & Terry Smith’s Plan28:15 – Keeping the Locker Room Intact: Who’s Staying, Who Might Leave31:00 – Transfer Portal Priority in PSU’s Rebuild33:48 – Final Take: Fran Brown’s Future and Penn State’s Next Step Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.