Could James Franklin really return to the SEC? After being fired from Penn State, rumors are swirling about Franklin landing at Auburn, Florida, or Virginia Tech. Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions joins Zac Blackerby of Locked On Auburn to break down Franklin’s coaching stock, how he’d fit in the SEC, and whether Auburn fans should be excited — or concerned. They also compare Franklin’s résumé to other top candidates like Jon Sumrall, Kenny Dillingham, and D.J. Durkin.

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00:00 – Intro: Franklin’s SEC Buzz

01:00 – Would Franklin Fit at Auburn?

02:20 – The Big Game Problem: Why Franklin Was Fired

04:10 – Auburn and Penn State: Same Ceiling?

05:30 – How Franklin Would Recruit at Auburn

07:10 – Franklin’s Hesitation with Virginia Tech

09:00 – Auburn Fans React to the Rumors

10:20 – What Franklin Brings vs. His Ceiling

12:00 – Why Penn State Fans Moved On

13:30 – Comparing Franklin to Sumrall and Dillingham

15:10 – D.J. Durkin’s Case for Head Coach

17:00 – Could Franklin Keep Durkin on Staff?

18:30 – Final Thoughts: Auburn’s Best-Case Scenario

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