From the Archives: Syracuse

Photo by Steve Manuel

Photo by Steve Manuel

A scoreless tie in 1922 marked the first of 70 gridiron meetings between Penn State and Syracuse—only the Pitt Panthers have lined up opposite the Nittany Lions more often. The 71st meeting between the old foes also marks the start of the 2013 season—and gives us a welcome excuse to dig through the Football Letter archives.

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Exclusive Q&A: Bill O’Brien

Photo by Steve Manuel

Photo by Steve Manuel

More than once since he arrived on campus last year, Bill O’Brien has been asked what career path he might have chosen if he hadn’t gone into coaching. His answer? He’d probably be the one asking some other coach the questions.

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