In his final press conference before facing Maryland, Penn State head coach James Franklin emphasized the importance of focusing solely on the upcoming game. He acknowledged the potential implications of the matchup but stressed that his team’s attention remains on defeating Maryland.
Reflecting on his tenure at Maryland, where he spent eight seasons in two separate stints, Franklin expressed deep respect for the institution and its athletic department. He noted his connections with current Maryland head coach Mike Locksley and offensive coordinator Josh Gattis, highlighting the familiarity between the coaching staffs.
Addressing recent scrutiny following a narrow victory over Indiana, Franklin defended his team’s performance, stating, “I’m not gonna apologize for winning.” He emphasized the challenges of maintaining consistency throughout a long season and pointed out that even top-ranked teams face tough games.
Regarding strategic decisions, Franklin discussed a successful fake punt executed by backup players, unders
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