The first part of Pate's comment might be more intriguing.

The Penn State Nittany Lions host the Nebraska Cornhuskers Saturday at 7 p.m. ET. The Nittany Lions picked up their first win against Michigan State last week since firing coach James Franklin.

After his abrupt departure from Penn State, James Franklin is ready to start a new chapter at Virginia Tech. James Franklin’s ...

Carson Beck threw for 320 yards and four touchdowns to lead No. 14 Miami to a 34-17 victory over Virginia Tech. Malachi Toney ...

James Franklin arrives in Blacksburg with a reputation as a winner. A program-builder, Franklin will take over Virginia Tech ...

Newly hired Virginia Tech coach James Franklin appeared on the ACC Network broadcast during the Hokies' game on Nov. 22. Here ...

James Franklin was named the next head coach at Virginia Tech on Nov. 17. Before accepting the job, Franklin made a special ...

Drew Allar came to Penn State as somewhat of a prophesied savior. James Franklin and the Nittany Lions coaching staff ...

James Franklin delivered an emotional introduction at Virginia Tech, outlining his recruiting, development and NIL-driven ...

After clinching a win last weekend, the Penn State Nittany Lions will continue their push toward bowl eligibility on Saturday ...

James Franklin opened up for the first time since his Penn State firing, sharing the shock and surreal aftermath while ...

New Virginia Tech football coach James Franklin's five-year contract is worth at least $41.75 million, according to documents released by the school.