In a significant development within college football, Arizona State Sun Devils Head Coach Kenny Dillingham has dismissed a star player following allegations of misconduct and marijuana use after a recent practice session. The university has not disclosed the player’s identity or specific details of the incident, but Coach Dillingham emphasized the program’s commitment to maintaining high standards of conduct.
This incident has reignited discussions about player behavior and substance use in collegiate athletics. The NCAA and individual institutions have established policies to address such issues, but enforcement and consistency remain challenging.
The Arizona State Sun Devils have faced similar challenges in the past. In 2021, the program was involved in a recruiting scandal under former head coach Herm Edwards, leading to NCAA sanctions and the dismissal of several staff members, including defensive coordinator Antonio Pierce. The NCAA’s investigation revealed that the staff engaged in impermissible recruiting activities, including hosting recruits during a COVID-19 dead period and providing them with improper benefits.
