James Franklin and Manny Diaz Secretly Met with SEC Officials—Penn State Jumping Ship?
A shocking rumor has emerged that Penn State head coach James Franklin and former defensive coordinator Manny Diaz secretly met with SEC executives, raising serious questions about the future of the Nittany Lions in the Big Ten.
According to sources close to the situation, Franklin and Diaz were seen entering a private meeting in Atlanta, where SEC officials were reportedly present. The reason for the meeting remains unclear, but some insiders believe Penn State could be exploring a move to the SEC—a move that would send shockwaves through college football.
The timing of the meeting has only fueled speculation, as Penn State has long been considered one of the premier programs in the Big Ten. However, with the conference undergoing massive changes due to realignment, could the Nittany Lions be looking for a new home?
Another theory suggests that Franklin and Diaz were discussing potential coaching opportunities within the SEC. Diaz recently took the head coaching job at Duke, but could Franklin be eyeing a departure from Penn State as well?
If true, this revelation could change the entire power structure of college football. Penn State’s move to the SEC would create a massive ripple effect, potentially altering schedules, recruiting battles, and conference dynamics.
So far, neither Penn State nor the SEC has addressed the rumors. Until an official statement is made, the speculation will only continue to grow, leaving fans and analysts wondering whether one of the Big Ten’s biggest brands is preparing for an earth-shattering move.
