Kalani Sitake stays at BYU after Penn State's head coach offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Kalani Sitake has decided to remain the head coach at BYU after being pursued by Penn State. Despite the Nittany Lions' interest, Sitake, who has been with BYU for 11 seasons, cited his strong ties to his alma mater as a major reason for his decision. Penn State ultimately hired Matt Campbell from Iowa State after their pursuit of Sitake. BYU, coming off a successful 12-2 season, aims for a Big 12 title and a potential College Football Playoff berth under Sitake's leadership.
- •Kalani Sitake remains BYU head coach after interest from Penn State.
- •Sitake cited loyalty and ties to BYU as key reasons to stay.
- •Penn State hired Matt Campbell after pursuing Sitake.
- •BYU finished last season 12-2 and aims for a Big 12 title.
- •Sitake is entering his 11th season with an 84-45 record.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Penn State offered Kalani Sitake its head coach job — but couldn't offer what BYU could
"Penn State made a legitimate run at Kalani Sitake before hiring Matt Campbell, but BYU’s coach chose home as a Big 12 title push looms.
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