Not so good news for Spartan Football...

News From WILX:
Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings III has authorized criminal charges against 7 current and 2 former MSU football players. The charges are related to an incident at Rather Hall on November 22.

Roderick Jenrette: 3 counts of Assault or Assault and Battery
Glenn Winston: 2 counts of Assault or Assault and Battery
Fred Smith: 1 count of Assault or Assault and Battery
BJ Cunningham: 1 count of Assault or Assault and Battery
Jamiihr Williams: 1 count of Assault or Assault and Battery
Mark Dell: 1 count of Assault or Assault and Battery
Ashton Legette 2 counts of Assault or Assault and Battery
J'Michael Deane: 1 count of Assault or Assault and Battery
Chris L. Rucker: 1 count of Assault or Assault and Battery

In addition, all 9 suspects will be charged with one count of Conspiracy to Commit an Assault and Battery.

Coach Mark Dantonio kicked Jenrette and Winston shortly after the incident. He then suspended 8 players, the 7 who are facing charges and Ishmyl Johnson, who is not on the list released by the prosecutor Wednesday.

None of the suspended players will travel with the team to the Alamo Bowl where MSU will play Texas Tech.


SpartyMSU Opinion:

I do feel for the kids, but they are responsible for their actions, and judged by the company they keep....

I have to believe that the fraternity Iota Phi Theta bears some responsibility.. they shouldn't get off scott free either...

Lets wait to see the charges, but as I stated before... Not knowing Coach Dantonio, I have to believe that he has tried to teach the players about self-control and give them enough discipline and to understand the difference between right and wrong for being a steward for the Spartan reputation.

Coach Dantonio needs to make a stern stand, and send a clear message to the media, athletes of all sports, future players, current players, staff, students, Alumni, and fan base. 

I still have faith in Coach “D” and the program and direction, even though shaken by this event. I am sure he will do the right thing.  I believe he is working to put Michigan State football on a long term path for success.


Lets go win in San Antonio..

Sparty ON...