Athletic director Pat Kraft is back under the spotlight after leaked audio was released on Thursday. It reportedly captured him addressing players during the Nittany Lions’ marathon 54-day HC search. The heat was already on earlier this week after PSU whiffed on its supposed No. 1 target, BYU’s Kalani Sitake.

Then CBS Sports’ Bud Elliot hopped on X and delivered Penn State, and by extension, Kraft, a much-needed reality check. He said,

“One thing that came out of the Kraft issue is the rural schools are at a disadvantage when the players earn more. If you are a 21yo guy who is netting 500K (no real expenses) you’re likely gonna want access to the type of nightlife and scenery you can get in a big city because you can now afford it. Bama being able to day trip Atlanta is huge as one of th

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