Franklin spoke to the media for a half hour on Thursday about upcoming summer workouts.
The conference will scrap its east and west divisions beginning in 2024 and implement protected rivalries.
The team confirmed Monday that Barnwell was no longer on the roster.
The Nittany Lions are represented by nominees Ki-Jana Carter, D.J. Dozier, and Paul Posluszny.
Lane is the first safety and 17th player to join Penn State's recruiting Class of 2024.
Gilliam received offers from West Virginia, Virginia Tech, Indiana, and Texas A&M, among others, but chose the Nittany Lions after his official visit on June 2.