The Nittany Lions’ struggles have been among the season’s biggest storylines, with head coach James Franklin once again facing growing criticism after another winnable game slipped away. What was once a promising campaign has now become a fight to stay relevant in the Big Ten.

Finebaum expressed interest in running for the U.S. Senate seat as a Republican in Alabama, although he has not officially announced his candidacy.

ESPN's Paul Finebaum said, "It’s still hard to wrap your arms around this fall from grace," following Penn State firing James Franklin.