Penn State's coaching search moved into a new phase this weekend, as the school is set to conduct a formal interview with interim head coach Terry Smith for the full-time job.

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As the 2026 recruiting cycle reaches the stretch run, Georgia, LSU, Maryland, Oklahoma, Texas and a reenergized, James Franklin-led Virginia Tech are among the major programs looking to dazzle top recruits in Week 13, only 12 days from the 2026 early signing period (Dec. 3-5).