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O’Brien discusses not kicking field goals in weekly presser

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Aaron Yorke

Last Saturday with a 20-0 lead over Navy, Penn State faced a 4th-and-goal from the eight-yard line towards in the end of the second quarter. Common sense would seem to dictate a field goal attempt here, especially considering that Penn … Continue reading →

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O’Brien likes to gamble and other football presser fun

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Aaron Yorke

Probably the biggest positive thing I’ve seen from Bill O’Brien so far in his Penn State coaching career is his willingness to not punt on fourth down. So far this season, Penn State has already gone for it on fourth … Continue reading →

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The Trenches: Penn State vs. Virginia

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Aaron Yorke

American football is a glorious, gritty game played by tough, strong me. Unfortunately the only players we usually hear about are the pretty boys who wear special practice jerseys and the glory hogging “skill” players. I’m going to try to … Continue reading →

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