The hiring comes after the departure of former special teams coordinator Stacy Collins.
Vanderbilt special teams coordinator Justin Lustig is reported to be Franklin's incoming candidate, according to 247Sports' Matt Zenitz.
If the NFL considered relocating the game, Beaver Stadium is the only right option.
George played for the Nittany Lions from 2018 to 2021 before transferring to Akron.
A Nittany Lion has appeared in every Super Bowl except for five since 1967.
With Stacy Collins reportedly en route to Boise State, we took a look at who could fill his role.