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PSU Board of Trustees Fires Paterno, Spanier

Penn State University's Board of Trustees announced the news Wednesday night.

After a full day of deliberation, the Penn State University Board of Trustees decided to release head coach Joe Paterno and President Graham Spanier of their duties.

The all-time winningest coach was notified Wednesday evening via phone. 

The press conference lasted approximately 20 minutes.

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For Saturday's game versus Nebraska, Tom Bradley has been named interim head coach.


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