Everyone gets the "death bounce;" no matter who they are or what they've done. And by death bounce, I mean the mainstream media, and with it John Q. Public, just going ahead and glossing over everything that person did wrong while they were alive. Well, hopefully a monster like Jerry Sandusky doesn't get the death bounce. Considering all that went down with Joe Paterno … [Read more...] about Penn St. Alums in State Capital: JUST DON’T GET IT
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Jerry Sandusky Watched Paterno’s Last Game in Beaver Stadium President’s Box!
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!
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.
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
Pennsylvania Residents Approve (Barely) of Penn St. Firings
It was a very narrow margin, 52-43%, but the people of Pennsylvania do support the recent firing of Joe Paterno a Quinnipiac University poll of 1,453 registered voters said. The poll has +/- 2.6% margin for errors. By a more overwhelming majority, 74-13%, voters supported the firing of former University President Graham Spanier. h/t to Pittsburgh Post Gazette … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Residents Approve (Barely) of Penn St. Firings
Big 10 Statement on Penn St; Potential “Lack of Institutional Control”
The open college football head coaching position at PSU looks much less attractive today. Public statements released today make future sanctions against the school look much more likely. The Big Ten Council of Presidents/Chancellor met this week to discuss several items, including the mess at Penn State University. The Big Ten office issued the following statement from the … [Read more...] about Big 10 Statement on Penn St; Potential “Lack of Institutional Control”