Penn State, LSU Battling For Elite Head Coaches?! + LSU is Saying NO to James Franklin...
Penn State, LSU Battling For Elite Head Coaches?! + LSU is Saying NO to James Franklin...  
Podcast: Locked On Nittany Lions - Daily Podcast On Penn State Nittany Lions Football & Basketball
Published On: Thu Oct 30 2025
Description: UPDATE: Matt Rhule has signed an extension to remain with Nebraska.The Penn State–LSU coaching war is officially on. Both programs are chasing Joe Brady, with James Franklin and Lane Kiffin also in the mix. Zach Seyko (Locked On Nittany Lions) and Matt Moscona (Locked On LSU) break down why both schools view Brady as the ideal hire, which job is more appealing right now, and what could push the decision either way. They also discuss the Mike Elko, Kalen DeBoer, and Jeff Brohm rumors, plus why James Franklin landing at LSU is more of a fan theory than reality. Finally, the guys debate which job — Penn State or LSU — is actually better.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!PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com.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.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 #footballKey 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 – Intro1:30 – LSU’s Power Struggle: President, AD, and Governor All Involved4:45 – Shared Targets: Joe Brady, Jeff Brohm, Brent Key, Lane Kiffin6:20 – The Playoff Problem8:55 – Would Mike Elko Really Leave Texas A&M?11:15 – LSU’s Political Mess: AD Change, President Influence, Governor Power12:50 – Penn State’s Stability Advantage in the Search14:10 – Could LSU Target James Franklin? National Odds Say Yes16:45 – LSU Insider Perspective: Why Franklin Isn’t on the Real Shortlist19:30 – Does Joe Brady Even Want to Return to College Football?21:00 – Can Penn State or LSU Convince Brady to Leave the NFL?23:50 – How Brady & Hartline Could Build NFL-Style Staffs in College25:00 – LSU’s Built-In Edge: “The Dirt” and Louisiana Talent Pipeline27:10 – Penn State’s Edge: Stability, Structure, and Pat Kraft’s Support29:00 – Florida vs LSU vs Penn State: Ranking the Top 10 Jobs31:00 – Final Debate: Which Job Is Better for a First-Time Head Coach? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.