Florida Linebacker Suspends Himself
Thursday, November 5, 2009Posted by James Oldham
Florida linebacker Brandon Spikes has taken himself out of the line-up for the Florida Gators game this Saturday.
Spikes was initially suspended for the first half of the Gators game against Vanderbilt this weekend by head coach Urban Meyer. Reporters in the media had criticized Meyer's judgement, saying a one game suspension of star line backer Spikes was too lenient.
Spikes stuck his hand into the face mask of Georgia running back Washaun Ealey during a pile up when the two teams met over the weekend. The Gators would eventually go on to win the game, 41-17.
There was no penalty called on the infraction during the game, but replays later showed Spikes reaching into an opponent's face mask in what was considered to be an attempt at an eye gouge.
The starting linebacker spoke with head coach Urban Meyer Tuesday night and told him of his decision to sit out their upcoming game. In a statement to the media in Gainesville on Wednesday night, Spikes said the he didn't want to be a distraction to the team. "I want the guys to prepare without any negative things going on," said Spikes. "I feel like if I would play, it would be a big thing. I'm just trying to stay out of the way and just motivate the guys. I'm pretty sure Stamper's got my back and my teammates really support me on this decision."
The Florida Gators will play host to Vanderbilt at 7:15 P.M. on Saturday.
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