Franklin would be the third coach in school history to win the award.
Ross, who has one year of eligibility left, totaled 129 catches, 1,618 yards, and 14 touchdowns across three seasons with Troy.
Saquon Barkley needs 268 rushing yards over the next two games to break the NFL single-season rushing record.
The Nittany Lions are 12-0 this year as favorites.
The team is the preseason favorite to win the EIVA Championship.
