Penn State football has made a notable addition to its coaching staff by hiring former Temple head coach Stan Drayton as its new running backs coach. Drayton, a seasoned football mind with an impressive resume, brings decades of experience at both the collegiate and professional levels.
Drayton’s move to Penn State comes after two seasons as the head coach at Temple, where he worked to rebuild the program. Despite a challenging tenure, his expertise in player development, particularly with running backs, stood out. His past success coaching elite talent, including Ezekiel Elliott during his time at Ohio State, makes him a valuable asset for the Nittany Lions.
Penn State head coach James Franklin expressed enthusiasm about the hire, citing Drayton’s track record of success and ability to mentor young players. “Stan is an outstanding coach and an even better person. His experience and knowledge of the game will be invaluable to our program,” Franklin stated.
Drayton’s addition comes at a crucial time for Penn State, which is looking to strengthen its ground game. With a talented group of running backs already in place, his leadership could help elevate their performance and bring more consistency to the offense.
Before his stint at Temple, Drayton held coaching positions at Texas, Florida, Ohio State, and in the NFL with the Chicago Bears. His experience working under high-profile coaches and in various offensive systems will likely bring fresh insights to Penn State’s game plan.
As spring practice approaches, all eyes will be on how Drayton integrates with the coaching staff and impacts the running back corps. His hire signals Penn State’s continued commitment to building a powerhouse program and competing at the highest level in college football.
