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Marvin Austin Dismissed | Robert Quinn & Greg Little Permanently Ineligible | Statement From UNC AD

ATHENS–University of Georgia junior tailback Caleb King has been handed a two-game suspension by Bulldog head coach Mark Richt following his Monday morning arrest on charges of failure to appear at a court date in Walton County to address a speeding ticket.
<br “I expect all our players to take care of their responsibilities on and off the field,” said Richt.  “When players don’t do that it damages the reputation of the player, our team, and our university.  My goal is for Caleb to learn a lesson and for other players to learn from his experience.”

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Before I begin, allow me to disclose the following: I am a New York Giants fan and consequently, I loathe the Dallas Cowboys. However, what took place yesterday during the Dallas-Tennessee game was ridiculous…even to a Cowboy hater. With 4:36 remaining in regulation, Jason Witten hauled in a Tony Romo pass for an 18-yard touchdown. Despite their game-long struggles, Dallas had tied the game at 27. Certainly it was an emotional spot, one worthy of celebration. Witten handed the ball to lineman Marc Colombo, who spiked it, then chest-bumped Witten in a clearly spontaneous burst of joy. Colombo, being a large and somewhat uncoordinated/goofy man, fell to the ground following the chest-bump. Referees then flagged him for excessive celebration because he “went to the ground” to celebrate. Here, directly from the NFL rulebook, are the passages which cover such penalties:

Section 3, Article 1, subsections c, d,

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Before I begin, allow me to disclose the following: I am a New York Giants fan and consequently, I loathe the Dallas Cowboys. However, what took place yesterday during the Dallas-Tennessee game was ridiculous…even to a Cowboy hater. With 4:36 remaining in regulation, Jason Witten hauled in a Tony Romo pass for an 18-yard touchdown. Despite their game-long struggles, Dallas had tied the game at 27. Certainly it was an emotional spot, one worthy of celebration. Witten handed the ball to lineman Marc Colombo, who spiked it, then chest-bumped Witten in a clearly spontaneous burst of joy. Colombo, being a large and somewhat uncoordinated/goofy man, fell to the ground following the chest-bump. Referees then flagged him for excessive celebration because he “went to the ground” to celebrate. Here, directly from the NFL rulebook, are the passages which cover such penalties:

Section 3, Article 1, subsections c, d,

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CFI’s Top 25 Marvin Austin Dismissed Robert Quinn & Greg Little Permanently Ineligible

Chapel Hill, N.C. – “It’s a sad day when three young men are no longer able to represent their school based on actions they have taken and decisions they have made contrary to NCAA rules. Unfortunately, they made serious mistakes in judgment in accepting extra benefits and then not being truthful with our staff and NCAA representatives. Now they must forfeit the privilege of playing again for the Tar Heels. Although they are responsible for their actions, they are part of our university and our program and we will support them as they move into the next phases of their lives. I know they love to play the game, but I hope they will learn from their mistakes and lead productive

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CFI’s Top 25 Marvin Austin Dismissed Robert Quinn & Greg Little Permanently Ineligible

Chapel Hill, N.C. – “It’s a sad day when three young men are no longer able to represent their school based on actions they have taken and decisions they have made contrary to NCAA rules. Unfortunately, they made serious mistakes in judgment in accepting extra benefits and then not being truthful with our staff and NCAA representatives. Now they must forfeit the privilege of playing again for the Tar Heels. Although they are responsible for their actions, they are part of our university and our program and we will support them as they move into the next phases of their lives. I know they love to play the game, but I hope they will learn from their mistakes and lead productive

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CFI’s Top 25 | Robert Quinn & Greg Little Permanently Ineligible | Statement From UNC AD

Chapel Hill, N.C. – The University of North Carolina has dismissed student-athlete Marvin Austin from the football program for violations of NCAA agent benefits, preferential treatment and ethical conduct rules.  North Carolina based its decision on recent information gathered as part of the joint investigation with the NCAA.  Austin’s case was not submitted to the NCAA for reinstatement. A senior from Washington, D.C., Austin had been suspended indefinitely since September 1 for violating team rules.

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CFI’s Top 25 | Robert Quinn & Greg Little Permanently Ineligible | Statement From UNC AD

Chapel Hill, N.C. – The University of North Carolina has dismissed student-athlete Marvin Austin from the football program for violations of NCAA agent benefits, preferential treatment and ethical conduct rules.  North Carolina based its decision on recent information gathered as part of the joint investigation with the NCAA.  Austin’s case was not submitted to the NCAA for reinstatement. A senior from Washington, D.C., Austin had been suspended indefinitely since September 1 for violating team rules.

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CFI’s Top 25 Marvin Austin Dismissed | Statement From UNC AD

University of North Carolina football student-athletes Greg Little and Robert Quinn are permanently ineligible, according to a decision today by the NCAA student-athlete reinstatement staff. The university declared both student-athletes ineligible for violations of NCAA agent benefits, preferential treatment and ethical conduct rules. According to the facts submitted by the university, the total value of the benefits is approximately $4,952 for Little and $5,642 for Quinn.

Little accepted diamond earrings, as well as travel accommodations for the Bahamas, Washington DC and two trips to Miami, among other benefits. Quinn accepted two black diamond watches, a pair of matching earrings and travel accommodations for a trip to Miami, among other benefits.

Based upon information gathered by the institution and the NCAA

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CFI’s Top 25 Marvin Austin Dismissed | Statement From UNC AD

University of North Carolina football student-athletes Greg Little and Robert Quinn are permanently ineligible, according to a decision today by the NCAA student-athlete reinstatement staff. The university declared both student-athletes ineligible for violations of NCAA agent benefits, preferential treatment and ethical conduct rules. According to the facts submitted by the university, the total value of the benefits is approximately $4,952 for Little and $5,642 for Quinn.

Little accepted diamond earrings, as well as travel accommodations for the Bahamas, Washington DC and two trips to Miami, among other benefits. Quinn accepted two black diamond watches, a pair of matching earrings and travel accommodations for a trip to Miami, among other benefits.

Based upon information gathered by the institution and the NCAA

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College Football Insiders founder Daniel Mogollon ranks the top 25 teams.

1. Oklahoma Sooners (2); Record: 5-0 (1-0)<br Coaches Poll: 6; Associated Press: 6<br Last Week: Idle<br Up Next: 10/16: vs. Iowa State; 10/23: #19 Missouri<br <br 2. Ohio State Buckeyes (3); Record: 6-0 (2-0)<br Coaches Poll: 1; Associated Press: 1<br Last Week: Won vs. Indiana 38-10<br Up Next: 10/16: #16 Wisconsin; 10/23: vs. Purdue<br <br 3. Nebraska Cornhuskers (4); Record: 5-0 (1-0)<br Coaches Poll: 4; Associated Press: 5<br Last Week: Won @Kansas State 48-13<br Up Next: 10/16: vs. Texas; 10/23: #22 Oklahoma State<br <br 4. Oregon Ducks (5); Record: 6-0 (3-0)<br Coaches Poll: 2; Associated Press: 2<br Last Week: Won @Washington State

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