in support of bernie fine, said it was all lies and that the accusers were just after money. obviously, he's backtracked on that statement to this point. here's part of what he said in a written statement last night. the allegations that have come forth today have disturbing and deeply troubling. i am personally very shocked because i have never witnessed any of the activities that have been alleged. he also says that he regrets saying anything that may have been insensitive to any potential victims here. he is calling for a full investigation. chris? >> jay gray in syracuse, thank you. in the meantime, the first critical court hearing penn st comes next week. what did they know about the allegations about football coach jerry sandusky? what did they do about it? nbc's chief investigative correspondent michael isikoff has been following the case throughout. what are we expecting at this hearing? >> reporter: this is the first