Jerry Sandusky Sex Scandal: Why Penn State Must Clean out Entire Football Staff

It goes without saying that the entire situation surrounding Penn State University is one that all schools hope would never happen to them, which is why the higher ups must continue to clean house with their football program and rebuild with new personnel.

Critics will say that it's unfair to fire members of the staff who truly may not have had any knowledge of the alleged crimes committed by Sandusky, and they'd be right. However, fairness is something that has little merit in this situation. Penn State has already made the toughest decision by firing Joe Paterno and they must continue down the line with the coaching staff.

Any member of that staff allowed to stay will be a reminder of the scandal, preventing both the football program and the university from moving forward and healing.

Whether Urban Meyer becomes the new head coach somewhere down the line or not, whomever takes the reigns as head football coach will need to work from the ground up staff wise and rebuild the program. It's something no fan or board of trustee member wants, considering the football program is a huge reason for Penn State's national recognition, but it's what's best for the school overall.

I think it's safe to say much of America is pulling for Penn State to rise from these alleged tragedies as soon as possible and, in order to do that, all members of Paterno's staff must be let go.

Joe Pa will continue to draw both positive and negative emotions out of his critics and supporters for many years to come, but for now Penn State must focus on what's ahead.

As it was noted in ESPN's halftime report of the Penn State/Nebraska game, this story is going to continue to unfold over the months to come and the university must continue to look forward.