Category Archives: Benching

USC RB Marc Taylor suspended for TMZ comments

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In a reminder that freedom of speech does not apply in all settings, USC announced that running back Marc Taylor will miss the season opener against Minnesota after comments he made to TMZ surfaced. When asked if USC plays its … finish reading USC RB Marc Taylor suspended for TMZ comments

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Ortiz and Gregg get suspensions reduced

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Both David Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox and Kevin Gregg of the Baltimore Orioles had their suspensions reduced to three games, which they began serving on July 17. Ortiz learned of the reduced suspension via his agent – a … finish reading Ortiz and Gregg get suspensions reduced

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David Ortiz and Kevin Gregg suspended

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz guessed incorrectly when he stated that the July 8 brawl with the Baltimore Orioles was over. Major League Baseball announced that Ortiz and Orioles pitcher Kevin Gregg have received four-game suspensions and undisclosed fines … finish reading David Ortiz and Kevin Gregg suspended

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No evidence found in Russian cyclist’ room

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Mauri Miller

French officials report that no doping evidence turned up in the search of Russian cyclist Alexandr Kolobnev’s room. Kolobnev dropped out of the Tour on July 11, after the International Cycling Union said his urine sample tested positive for Hydrochlorothiazide. … finish reading No evidence found in Russian cyclist’ room

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Georgia tailback Caleb King ineligible for next season

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Coach Mark Richt announced that Georgia tailback Caleb King has been ruled academically ineligible for the 2011 season. King was expected to replace last year’s leading rusher Washaun Ealey who left the school in May after two suspensions for disciplinary reasons. Last … finish reading Georgia tailback Caleb King ineligible for next season

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Josh Williams (Columbus Crew) Suspended 10 Games by MLS

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Major League Soccer suspended Columbus Crew defender Josh Williams 10 games and fined him 10 percent of his salary for testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance. The league said Williams purchased and ingested the banned over-the-counter supplement methandienone metabolites.

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Marc Tyler (RB USC) may be disciplined

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Marc Tyler, the presumed starting running back for next year’s USC Trojans, confirmed that he may face discipline from the school for two recent off-campus incidents involving alcohol and female students. Tyler declined to comment on the specifics but stated … finish reading Marc Tyler (RB USC) may be disciplined

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How much trash talking is acceptable?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Well, depends whether you are the Jets, Patriots, Ravens or Steelers.  Surprisingly, it seems all of the trash talking was coming out of the AFC going into the games this past weekend. The trash talking prompted warnings from the NFL … finish reading How much trash talking is acceptable?

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Nebraska guard Kamyron Brown dismissed

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Nebraska basketball coach Doc Sadler says reserve guard Kamyron Brown has been dismissed from the team according to an AP report. Sadler gave no explanation for his decision Friday. Sadler had suspended Brown for 10 games in November and December … finish reading Nebraska guard Kamyron Brown dismissed

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Va Tech sends players home, benches others

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Two Virginia Tech players will miss the 1st Quarter of the Orange Bowl while 6 were sent home, apparently for curfew violations. RB David Wilson and S Antone Exum were told they would miss the first quarter of the game … finish reading Va Tech sends players home, benches others

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McNabb okay with agent’s remarks

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Despite all the public posturing and attempts at keeping an even tone to the media, it is apparent that Donovan McNabb is very comfortable with the comments made by Fletcher Smith, McNabb’s agent.  While McNabb took some steps to move … finish reading McNabb okay with agent’s remarks

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Where does McNabb go from here?

Posted on December 24, 2010 by Roy Kessel

There has been a war of words all week between Fletcher Smith, Donovan McNabb’s agent and Mike and Kyle Shanahan. Apparently, Kyle and Donovan spoke to each other and at least Kyle thought that they cleared the air.  Kyle says … finish reading Where does McNabb go from here?

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Syracuse LB Cater removed from team for burglary

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Syracuse freshman LB Malcolm Cater is off the team after being charged in connection with three burglaries that occurred on campus.  19-year-old Cater, from Riverhead, N.Y., is charged with three counts of burglary and one count of grand larceny, all … finish reading Syracuse LB Cater removed from team for burglary

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Fisher not impressed by texted apology from Vince Young

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Jeff Fisher is an old school coach.  He is also an old school communicator.  He doesn’t like twitter or texting.  And he feels that apologies should occur face to face. Young texted an apology as reported by ESPN, but Fisher … finish reading Fisher not impressed by texted apology from Vince Young

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Vince Young? Banned or not?

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Conflicting reports keep coming out of Nashville as to the status of Vince Young with the Titans.  This is what we know: Young is having surgery Young is out for the year Young has been placed on IR Jeff Fisher … finish reading Vince Young? Banned or not?

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Barber fined for violating dress code

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Marion Barber was fined by the Cowboys for violating the dress code mandated by Jason Garrett.   Garrett is attempting to impose some discipline on a team that was sorely lacking in that department.  As a team captain, apparently Barber didn’t … finish reading Barber fined for violating dress code

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Arenas fined for faking injury

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Gilbert Arenas has been fined by the Washington Wizards for faking his injury in order to allow teammate Nick Young some additional playing time. The fine by the Wizards was not disclosed but apparently was undertaken after consultation with the league office.   … finish reading Arenas fined for faking injury

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