James Franklin Is Legally Obligated To Help Penn State Pay Him Less Money After Being Fired

Penn State’s $50 Million Reset.

After a three-week tumble, Penn State lets go of its longtime head coach and take on one of the biggest buyouts in college football history.

Report: Penn State can avoid hefty James Franklin buyout

Penn State could end up paying recently fired coach James Franklin much less than his full buyout, which is in the neighborhood of $50 million, according to a report from Front Office Sports.

Bianchi: Penn State’s $50 million firing of James Franklin just made Billy Napier and Mike Norvell’s seats scorching hot!

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How Penn State Could Save a Lot of Money in James Franklin $49 Million Buyout

Penn State currently owes Franklin roughly $50 million after sacking him on Sunday.

James Franklin Has To Look For Another Job In Coaching Or Broadcasting And Penn State Is Only Obligated To Pay The Salary Difference, According To FOS

This is some interesting context to the James Franklin contract that has been the talk of the Internet for a few days. There are no better jobs than a fired head coach in football, whether you're Bria...

Intriguing James Franklin contract twist could influence next job after $49 million Penn State split

James Franklin's contract, which Penn State bought out for $49 million, includes a clause that calls for him to be diligent in searching for his next job.