James Franklin is an American college football coach and former player who served as the 16th head football coach of Penn State from 2014 to 2025. He became the 36th head coach of Virginia Tech on 17 November 2025.
James Franklin (Football) Biography
| Full Name | James Geoffrey Franklin |
| Nickname | James Franklin |
| Profession | College football coach, former player |
| Date of Birth | 2 February 1972 |
| Age | 53 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Langhorne, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Langhorne, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Ethnicity | African-American |
| Religion | Christian |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Neshaminy High School |
| College | East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Washington State University |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Science in 1995 Master degree in educational leadership in 1999 |
James Franklin Age
James Franklin was born on 2 February 1972 in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, United States. He is 53 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Aquarius with African-American ethnicity.
James Franklin Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Fumi |
| Spouse/Wife | Fumi Franklin |
| Children | Daughter – Addy and Shola Son – None |
James Franklin Family
| Father’s Name | James Oliver |
| Mother’s Name | Jacelyn “Josie” Franklin |
| Brother’s Name | None |
| Sister’s Name | Debbie Franklin |
Career
| Debut | Playing career – 1991 to 1994 Played for – East Stroudsburg Position – Quarterback |
| Coaching career | 1995 – present |
| Record as head coach | Overall – 128-60 Bowls – 8-7 Tournaments – 2-1 (CFP) |
| Team (2025) | Virginia Tech |
| Awards | Championship – 2016 – Big Ten 2016 – Beg Ten East Division Award – 2016 – Hayes-Schembechler Coach of the Year 2016 – Sporting News Coach of the Year 2016 – Woody Hayes Trophy |
James Franklin Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 186 cm In meters – 1.86 m In feet & inches – 6’1” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 88 kg In pounds – 192 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
James Franklin Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $25 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | $8 million (annual) at Penn State |
| Income Source | Salary, contract, sponsorship, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About James Franklin
- James Franklin was born and raised in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, to James Oliver and Jocelyn Franklin.
- He graduated from Neshaminy High School and attended East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania.
- At Penn State, he played as a quarterback in all four years with the college football team.
- In 1994, he set seven school records and was a Division II player of the Year nominee.
- While studying at East Stroudsburg, he was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa.
- James Franklin graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1995 from Penn State.
- He started his coaching career in 1995, coaching wide receivers at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.
- In 1999, he completed his master’s degree in education leadership at Washington State University.
- James also held internships a several National Football League franchises.
- He coached future Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jordy Nelson as the offensive coordinator at Kansas State University.
- James Franklin is married to Fumi and has two daughters named Addy and Shola with her.
- He has named Penn State’s 43rd Annual Renaissance Found honoree in 2019.
- He has also been an ardent supporter of “Be the Match,” encouraging community members to join the national bone marrow registry.
FAQ:
How old is James Franklin?
James Franklin is 53 years old (as of 2025).
Who is James Franklin’s wife?
Since 2005, James Franklin is married to Fumi Franklin.
What is James Franklin’s net worth?
As of 2025, James Franklin’s net worth is $25 million.
What is James Franklin’s salary?
At Penn State, h James Franklin’s annual salary was $8 million.