There really is no way to describe just how much Jerry Sandusky truly was an integral part of the Penn State program. Even up to the final days before his arrest, and the media sensation exploded, Sandusky was a college football institution in State College, long after his retirement. From the Patriot News: … [Read more...] about Jerry Sandusky Watched Paterno’s Last Game in Beaver Stadium President’s Box!
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Former Penn St. Pres. knew of Sandusky Investigation Months Before Arrest
The higher-ups in Happy Valley knew all about Jerry Sandusky and the investigation surrounding him long before the national media took hold of it. The then University leader who's been since forced to resign told his trustees about it, but no decisive action was taken. From State College.com: … [Read more...] about Former Penn St. Pres. knew of Sandusky Investigation Months Before Arrest
Joe Paterno’s Son, Jay Paterno Will not be Retained at Penn St.
Regime change has begun at Penn State. Bill O'Brien from the New England Patriots is taking over and cleaning house Jay Paterno is leaving the Penn St coaching staff after 17 years as an assistant under his father, the once legendary but now disgraced Joe Paterno. For the past 12 years, Paterno the younger worked as the quarterbacks coach. Breaking: Former PSU President … [Read more...] about Joe Paterno’s Son, Jay Paterno Will not be Retained at Penn St.
Former PSU Player Lavar Arrington Unhappy with Program’s New Direction
All the buzz today is about the introduction of former New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien as the new head college football coach in Creepy Valley. By Thursday, everyone knew O'Brien was taking over at Penn State; becoming the successor to Joe Paterno. Today was his formal introduction. So a lot of PSU people are very excited about this alleged "new day" … [Read more...] about Former PSU Player Lavar Arrington Unhappy with Program’s New Direction
Penn State Still Nowhere Close to Finding New Coach
Forget all those rumors you've heard about who is to be the successor to Joe Paterno at Penn State. Eric Mangini? Nah, not gonna happen. They're no more closer to finding their new college football coach today than on the day Paterno was fired. Penn State's acting Athletic Director David Joyner said during a Ticket City Bowl public event in Dallas that the search to replace … [Read more...] about Penn State Still Nowhere Close to Finding New Coach
Joe Paterno’s 1992 Letter to College Presidents Reeks of Fraud
Given what kind of year it's been for Penn State, Jerry Sandusky and Joe Paterno, this old letter I saw republished on Athlon seems perfect for revisiting. Sandusky looks guilty as sin for the crimes alleged against him, and Paterno looks like the complete opposite of the man who was named Sports Illustrated "Sportsman of the Year" in 1986. Think about that for a second, … [Read more...] about Joe Paterno’s 1992 Letter to College Presidents Reeks of Fraud
Christmas Wish: No More Child Molesters in Sports
Without a doubt, the news story of the year in 2011 was Penn State. Joe Paterno went from all time leader in college football victories to enabler of child rape in less than a week. Has there ever been a fall from grace this far, this fast? Has there ever been such a disgusting monster to hold a higher position in sports than Jerry Sandusky? Has there ever been a more … [Read more...] about Christmas Wish: No More Child Molesters in Sports
Former Penn State Players Circulating Letter in Support of Joe Paterno
Below is a letter signed by 425 former Penn State players showing support for former head coach Joe Paterno who turned 85 years old today. I was pretty surprised to see Todd Blackledge sign it. As a member of the media establishment, an establishment that has kind of condemned Paterno for his role in protecting Jerry Sandusky. Unless you're someone who's Penn State blue … [Read more...] about Former Penn State Players Circulating Letter in Support of Joe Paterno
Next Penn State Coach: Packers QB Coach Tom Clements?
Penn State University has been in contact with Green Bay Packers quarterbacks coach Tom Clements about the Nittany Lions' newly open coaching position. How much actual legitimacy there is to his candidacy depends on how much you believe of what you hear and how much you believe those sources. A source close to Clements told ESPN'S Chris Mortensen on Friday: "There is … [Read more...] about Next Penn State Coach: Packers QB Coach Tom Clements?
Mike McQueary Told Paterno he Witnessed “Extremely Sexual” Acts by Sandusky
Yesterday the embattled Mike McQueary gave his testimony at the preliminary hearing for two Penn State officials (former Athletic Director Tim Curley and V.P. Gary Schultz) charged with lying to the grand jury investigating sex crimes by Jerry Sandusky. The former Penn State coach and recruiting coordinator appears to no longer be with the program, but his testimony to be … [Read more...] about Mike McQueary Told Paterno he Witnessed “Extremely Sexual” Acts by Sandusky