Former Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell is heading over to Penn State football, replacing incoming Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin as the program's next leader. Upon the news of Campbell coming to Happy Valley, a significant part of his deal sets him apart from Franklin regardless of their similarities as coaches on paper.
Following the announcement of the contract nearly being finished, The Inside Zone's Matt Fortuna reported that the Nittany Lions are committed about $30 million in NIL money for Campbell.
SOURCES: Penn State is committing roughly $30 million in NIL money and $17 million in staff pool (assistant coaches, support staff, etc.