UNC's Austin suspended; more news expected by Friday

Posted Sep 1, 2010
UNC defensive tackle Marvin Austin, who has been interviewed as part of the NCAA's investigation into possible improper benefits, was suspended indefinitely Wednesday for violating team rules and neglecting his responsibilities to the team. And sometime before the Tar Heels board the team the bus at 9:30 a.m. Friday, the school plans to announce who else won't be making the trip, athletic director Dick Baddour said. (Raleigh News & Observer)

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