History hasn't been very kind to James Franklin, as Penn State often struggled to win high-stakes games, particularly against in-state rivals and cross-conference matchups.

Franklin added that Penn State has modified the veteran players’ reps “even more so” and is trying to be more strategic with “time on feet” and having specific plans for “proven commodities.” He also said what the staff is doing this offseason is very similar to what it did with Olu Fashanu two years ago.