"I'm really just looking forward to the consistency that those guys are going to bring. The competition within that room that is going to allow us to be better day-in and day-out."
Aarne Talvitie scored four goals and captained his native Finland, and Evan Barratt quietly impressed for the United States.
Franklin sent his former offensive coordinator some snacks, drinks, and Penn State decorations ahead of his first season as Mississippi State's head coach.
The Nittany Lions were ranked at No. 6 in the same preseason poll last year.
Franks is the third offensive lineman to commit to Penn State in this recruiting cycle.
Students can purchase their season tickets for $165 on September 11 at 7 a.m., and single-game tickets will go on sale to the general public on August 23.