I’m not sure. Just watch PS occasionally, but it does seem they mentioned during one game that one of the assistants might be a likely successor. Maybe a PS fan is around and knows for certain.
Bowden looks healthy and sharp and is rebuilding his FSU squad. I don't really follow PS, but from what I've seen of Paterno, he appears fragile. It was a selfish move to sign a contract for 3 more years.
Tom Bradley, the defensive coordinator, is the heir apparent. In reality I think he’s very nearly running the program now.