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This alarming stat shifts blame for Penn State’s collapse away from James Franklin

James Franklin took the brunt of the blame for Penn State's disastrous season, but Andy Kotelnicki might deserve more ire than has been directed his way.

Penn State offensive coordinator Andy Kotelnicki | Dan Rainville / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

James Franklin is ultimately responsible for Penn State’s implosion after starting the season at No. 2 in the AP Poll. However, you don’t go from the preseason Big Ten title favorite to 0-3 in conference play all alone.

The rest of Franklin’s coaching staff is also culpable for the way the season has unfolded in Happy Valley.