A successful college football era doesn’t span through one quarterback. It sustains beyond multiple signal callers. In fact, that’s typically the number one position that consistent winning programs boast. Right now, Penn State football sits at the crossroads of that. Trace McSorley broke records and led the Nittany Lions to a 31-9 record in that span. Now that he’s gone, can James Franklin and the program succeed without him?
The answer to this question will likely decide whether the program continues with Franklin or not. Sean Clifford, Will Levis, or whoever starts at quarterback for Penn State carries a heavy burden.