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MOBILE, Ala. (WXYZ) — A number of Eastern Michigan University football players are in hot water following Saturday’s brawl during the 68 Ventures Bowl game against University of South Alabama in Mobile.
Following EMU’s 59-10 loss to South Alabama, EMU confirms one of its football players punched a South Alabama player — sparking a brawl among players on both teams.
In a statement to 7 Action News, Eastern Michigan University Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Wetherbee condemned the incident and offered an apology on behalf of the university.
The statement said the following:
South Alabama defensive back Jamarrien Burt was identified as the victim of the punch. As of Sunday, EMU has not identified the player who punched Burt.
