BYU's Kalani Sitake is the focus of Penn State's head-coaching search, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel, confirming a report by On3.

The BYU Cougars could miss the College Football Playoff amid reports that head coach Kalani Sitake could leave for Penn State.

A new name reportedly has emerged as Penn State's top target in its head coaching search. Per On3's Brett McMurphy, Chris Low and Pete Nakos, BYU's Kalani Sitake is the Nittany Lions' top choice, and "the two sides have had extensive conversations in recent weeks.

Penn State’s head coaching search looked like it had wrapped up on Monday evening, and in a matter of just under 24 hours, it’s back to being wide open. BYU coach Kalani Sitake, the long-rumored mystery man in this process,

ESPN’s Pete Thamel, meanwhile, reported on X that “BYU coach Kalani Sitake is the focus of Penn State’s head coaching search. No deal has been signed, as the sides continue

This is a great distraction to have, let’s be honest,” Sitake said. “I’ll address it with the team. ... But they are used to me saying, ‘Hey, this is a good sign that

Now, a new top target has emerged and has caused a stir on social media. Where do things stand, according to multiple sources, on Day 51? Let’s take a look. Penn State’s top target, as reported multiple places including initially by On3,

As expected, the Penn State coaching rumor mill picked up some serious steam on Monday, just days after the conclusion of the regular season. BYU head coach Kalani Sitake has skyrocketed to the top of the coaching board with rumors and reports of an increasing interest from Penn State.