Many NFL talents have come through the Penn State Nittany Lions pipeline and gone on to have tremendous careers at the next level, but at this moment the program is in turmoil after firing head coach James Franklin and struggling to find a suitable replacement with the college football regular season almost over.

Now, just one year into his tenure, Sheppard is being named in potential head coaching conversations. NFL insider Tom Pelissero listed Sheppard among his list of potential first-time head coach candidates, which is compiled through conversations with league sources.

Head coach Dan Campbell asked for a takeaway at halftime, and the Detroit Lions' Derrick Barnes delivered instantly.

The Penn State Nittany Lions are gearing up for both tasks. Following a 6-6 season, the team is not only preparing for a bowl game but also looking ahead to the future as it seeks its next head coach after an underwhelming season.

The Iowa State Cyclones have turned into one of the most consistent football programs in the nation under head coach Matt Campbell. In 2025, they reached the ei

Sheppard landed on NFL Network's annual list of young head-coaching candidates to watch in the upcoming cycle.

When it rains, if pours, and the Penn State Nittany Lions have been rejected by yet another head coach candidate.

The Penn State Nittany Lions may have one of the most recognizable programs in all of college football, but their 2025 season has been far from the expectations that the school and its fanbase hoped for prior to the year.