State of Alabama to build prison in Tuscaloosa
Posted by BrianNot really, but we might need to start thinking about it.
Earlier this month former Tide great Kenny Stabler was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol - for the third time. Bama coach Nick Saban responded to the news by saying that Stabler is “a great ambassador for this university.” Indeed. If only every institution could have such a distinguished ambassador.
Today we were greeted with the story about their senior linebacker (and former running back) Jimmy Johns being arrested for selling cocaine. The enterprising young scholar “allegedly sold powdered cocaine to undercover officers five times.” Johns did not receive the same treatment from Coach Saban as The Snake, however. Saban promptly dismissed Johns from the team.
The recent news follows a tumultuous off season. In February freshman Jeremy Elder was kicked off the team after his arrest for two counts of first degree robbery. Less than a week after Elder’s arrest senior - and team captain - Rashad Johnson was arrested for disorderly conduct. At least nine UAT players have been arrested since Saban came to Tuscaloosa. And that doesn’t include Prince Hall, who has been suspended indefinitely for the ubiquitous violation of team rules.
These are some proud times down in T-Town.
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June 26th, 2008 at 10:59 am
To qote Imus. “what race is JOhns?….Now we know, there you have it.”
July 4th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
Just think, the “Got 12?” t-shirts will mean so much more now if just two more UA football players can get arrested before kickoff.