Franklin Emerges as Top Arkansas Coaching Candidate

08/11/2025 1 min
Franklin Emerges as Top Arkansas Coaching Candidate

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James Franklin, a veteran coach with a 128-60 record, is the top candidate for the Arkansas head coaching position. Known for leading Penn State to a Big Ten championship and four New Years Six bowl appearances, Franklins program-building and recruiting skills are appealing to Arkansas officials. Despite reports of a bidding war with Virginia Tech, no formal offer has been made to Franklin yet. Arkansas is prepared to offer him significant control, a competitive salary, and continued investment in facilities and recruiting, aiming to finalize a hire before the early signing period in mid-December.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.