Temple football coach Steve Addazio is one of the millions of people across America who was affected by the passing of legendary Penn State football coach Joe Paterno.

Mr. Paterno died of cancer Sunday morning at the age of 85. He has more wins than any other coach in the history of college football and went a perfect 28-0 against Temple during his 46-year tenure as Penn State’s coach.

Addazio had this to say about Paterno’s legacy:

“I am very sad to hear the news of Joe Paterno’s passing. He was someone that I had a great deal of respect for, both growing up as a young man and as a football coach. He did so much for college football, athletics as a whole, and education.  The positive influence he had over so many people and what he’s done for collegiate football and athletics will never be duplicated. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies go out to the entire Paterno family and the Penn State community.”