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James Franklin buyout: What did Penn State AD Pat Kraft say about it on Monday after firing the Lions coach?

Greg Pickelby: Greg Pickel10/13/25GregPickel
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Penn State head coach James Franklin and athletic director Pat Kraft have teamed to take bold steps for the program. (Credit: Matthew O'Haren-USA TODAY Sports)

Penn State Athletics owes James Franklin a buy out after firing him on Sunday. What do the Nittany Lions owe him? Here's the answer.