Cover 3 College Football šØ Report: Penn State Finalizing Deal With Matt Campbell To Become Head Coach | College Football
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Dec 5, 2025 The hosts dive into the implications of Penn State hiring Matt Campbell, highlighting his impressive track record at Iowa State. They discuss the financial pressures influencing his move and the immediate challenges ahead for him in recruiting. Fans' reactions and cultural fit in Happy Valley are also explored, alongside the potential successors at Iowa State. Plus, there's humor around the coaching carousel and projections for the upcoming seasons as they define what success looks like for Campbell.
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Campbell's Success Is Contextual
- Matt Campbell is a very good coach whose success at Iowa State must be judged in context, not raw wins.
- He built Iowa State into its most successful era and developed NFL-caliber players from modest resources.
Development Wins Over Big Recruit Hauls
- Campbell excelled at player development, especially quarterbacks and receivers at Iowa State.
- That development skill addresses clear weaknesses Penn State had in recent years.
Money Pushed Campbell Toward Penn State
- Financial strain in the Big 12 likely influenced Campbell's timing to leave Iowa State.
- Iowa State faces a projected budget shortfall that could hamper future competitiveness.