Tag Archives: Bill O’Brien

Penn State defends itself against Sports Illustrated story

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Sports Illustrated is releasing a story Wednesday that apparently is critical of Penn State’s medical care in its football program. Late Tuesday, before the story was released, Penn State struck back.

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Penn State patience: Expect opponents like Miami and Virginia Tech after the sanctions

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Penn State expects to play marquee opponents like Miami and Virginia Tech — but not until after the NCAA sanctions expire.

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Penn State and Central Florida: Much more to the matchup

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Just a few months ago, Central Florida wasn’t even on the Penn State schedule.   And UCF coach George O’Leary? Well, he was the guy brought up in a few conversations about being Bill O’Brien’s coaching mentor for half … Continue reading →

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Penn State football chat, 8 p.m., May 6

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Join beat reporter Frank Bodani for another Monday Penn State football chat from 8 to 9 p.m. We’ll talk recruiting, scheduling and another week of Bill O’Brien meet-and-greets.

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Penn State to play Central Florida in Ireland?

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Bill O’Brien says he is hopeful about Penn State playing a game in Ireland. It could possibly be against Central Florida.

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Penn State still seeking answers as scholarships disappear

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Frank Bodani

With each player defection, Penn State’s murky scholarship situation becomes more problematic.

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Christian Hackenberg and Bill O’Brien: A crucial trust builds for Penn State

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Christian Hackenberg suddenly has a more clear shot to starting at quarterback for Penn State as a true freshman. Is he and the coaching staff ready?

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Penn State Chat, 8 p.m., April 29

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Chat about Penn State football and its ongoing intriguing spring on Monday night from 8 to 9. Bring your thoughts on the new quarterback situation and more to beat reporter Frank Bodani.

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Penn State lands another top receiver (and maybe the best one) in Chris Godwin

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Frank Bodani

Penn State surges in the national recruiting rankings by landing its third stud receiver for the Class of 2014 … and maybe its best one yet in Delaware’s Chris Godwin.

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Bill O’Brien the No. 13 coach in the nation? That’s about right, for now

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Frank Bodani

The Sporting News ranks Bill O’Brien as the nation’s No. 13 head coach. Expect him to move up such a ranking a year from now.

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