Connor finished his Penn State career as the Nittany Lions' all-time leading tackler. His work with Penn State's linebacker could be the next step in his legacy.
Penn State defensive assistant Dan Connor looks on as safety Vaboue Toure runs a drill during practice on Aug. 8, 2024. Joe Hermitt | [email protected] lost three-year defensive line coach John Scott to the NFL in 2023, many — including current and former players — clamored forJames to go with a promising, young name from within the program: Deion Barnes.
In his short time at the spot, Barnes has overseen a defensive line room that turned out NFL talents like Chop Robinson, Adisa Isaac and Abdul Carter and is still developing the likes ofand Zane Durant. Barnes has also totally reinvigorated Penn State’s recruiting presence in Philadelphia, an important area Franklin had struggled to recruit in recent years.
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