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78047, How did they downplay it? They treated it as a major violation
Posted by guru0509, Wed Mar-09-11 01:55 PM
and had informed the NCAA as soon as they heard about it in early January, and had NCAA investigators involved in every step of the way...just like how they did when the Maurice Clarett allegations were brought up.


>They down played it. When asked if Gee would fire Tressel, Gee
>said "No. Are you kidding me? I just hope the coach doesn't
>dismiss me." What kind of BS is that?


Agreed. I love Dr. Gee but sometimes he needs to quit with the comedian act. That wasnt a good look.


That was Gee's attempt
>to down play the situation. Jim Tressel is part of the
>University, he is a very notable figure and face of the
>university, thus it is in their best interest to protect him.
>Especially since they have decided to retain him as their HC.


>I am sorry but IMO a major violation calls for more than a 2
>game suspension and 250K fine. As mentioned by Will, look what
>happened to Pearl when he was caught lying.


Agreed, but thats now how these self reported sanctions go. You lowball the NCAA, they come back with something higher, and then you lowball them again and hope you win on the appeal. I'm bracing myself for a season long suspension.


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