Numerous reports continue to say that New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien has agreed replace Joe Paterno and become Penn State's next head coach. Sara Ganim of the Harrisburg Patriot-News, however, just tweeted a potential bombshell.
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Meanwhile, at this hour, members of the coaching staff are leaving the Lasch Football Building on campus after meeting with acting athletic director David Joyner. Most are declining comment, but as Nate Mink of StateCollege.com reports quarterbacks coach and co-offensive coordinator Jay Paterno said he is still employed by Penn State.
Needless to say, this story may have taken another bizarre turn.
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