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Stephen A. Smith: James Franklin “Could’ve Taken a Breather” After Penn State Exit

Smith offered a lukewarm reaction to Virginia Tech hiring Franklin, saying the former Penn State coach “couldn’t win the big game” and went 3-17 against Ohio State and Michigan. Smith added Franklin’s $49 million buyout made him wonder why he didn’t “take a breather,” but said the résumé still fits. Franklin replaces Brent Pry, who went 16-24.