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Penn State's Coaching Search: A Growing Crisis
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Despite numerous top coaching jobs being filled since October, Penn State still lacks a head coach, leaving fans and analysts puzzled. The delay has resulted in a low-ranked recruiting class, with only two committed players. Pat Krafts inaction has inadvertently helped potential candidates secure better deals at their current schools. In the new era of college football, nearly any program willing to invest can attract top talent, making the Penn State coaching position less appealing. Seven head coaches, once considered candidates, have signed extensions with their current teams, leaving Penn State with few options and Pat Krafts position under scrutiny.
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