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PSU assistant football coach leaving

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UNIVERSITY PARK -- Penn State defensive line coach John Scott is leaving the Nittany Lions.

The Centre Daily Times first reported on Monday that Scott has accepted a position with the Detroit Lions.

James Franklin confirmed the news on Twitter.

"I would like to thank John for everything he has contributed to our program over the past three years," Franklin said. "John is a great coach and also a great man. I am grateful for his friendship and the impact he has had on our student-athletes. This was a great opportunity for him in the NFL and I wish him and his family nothing but the best."

Scott, 47, spent three seasons at Penn State.

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