Last week, CBS Sports had the Tampa Bay Buccaneers snatching prized pass rusher Yetur Gross-Matos in April’s NFL draft with the 14th pick. The Penn State star has both the size and athleticism to make an immediate impact with the Buccaneers, and would be a welcome addition to a growing young core that includes linebackers Devin White and Shaq Barrett (assuming, of course, Barrett and the Bucs reach a long-term deal this offseason).
But, today, Gross-Matos is in the news for a much different reason — one that could ultimately hurt his stock and potential first-round billing.
James Franklin, Penn State players accused in hazing suit: 'I'm going to Sandusky you' https://t.co/RUQAI15Krv pic.twitter.com/Oe8p9GPqps
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The suit was brought against Penn State by former defensive back Isaiah Humphries, who now plays for Cal. Gross-Matos was one of several upperclassmen named in the suit, with others being Damion Barber, Micah Parsons and Jesse Luketa.
The allegations, themselves, are pretty disturbing and you can read the entire list over on TMZ.
Suffice it to say, any Penn State player named in this suit, including Gross-Matos, will have to answer the NFL teams in the months leading up to April’s draft. Character issues are major red flags for clubs, and these allegations should not be taken lightly.
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