Posted on 08/02/2006 11:22:57 AM PDT by OKSooner
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) _ Oklahoma starting quarterback Rhett Bomar will not play for the Sooners this season following an investigation by the team, according to a television report.
Oklahoma confirmed that two players had been dismissed by the team but did not identify them. The school said in a statement that the players violated NCAA rules by working at a private business and taking ``payment over an extended period of time in excess of time actually worked.''
Oklahoma City television station KWTV reported that Bomar, who set an Oklahoma freshman record with 2,018 passing yards after taking over as the Sooners' starter in the second game last season, was one of the two players who had been permanently dismissed.
``We spend a considerable amount of time addressing our players regarding their personal conduct and the NCAA rules,'' head coach Bob Stoops said in a statement. ``They know exactly what we expect from them. Ultimately, they have to make right decisions. The same holds true for our boosters. When they do not, the consequences are serious, and we will not tolerate this behavior.
``Our team and university actions are necessary because of the intentional participation and knowledge of the student athletes in these violations,'' Stoops said.
A top-rated recruit out of high school, Bomar redshirted his first season while 2004 Heisman Trophy winner Jason White completed his career. Bomar lost a quarterback competition to Paul Thompson last fall, but was named the starter after the Sooners lost to TCU in the first week.
He started Oklahoma's final 11 games and completed 54 percent of his passes, while throwing 10 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Oklahoma finished 2005 by winning six of its final seven games, including a victory against Oregon in the Holiday Bowl.
``I firmly believe that our program is stronger than any individual player and that a championship program cannot compromise its values,'' Stoops said in the statement.
Thank you.
Washington Huskies ? Iszat a 4 year program ?
"Texas A&M will win the Big 12 South. Count on it."
Well, Rick Perry certainly is counting on it >>>
http://www.statesman.com/sports/content/sports/stories/other/08/2aggies.html
...which seems a bit risky in a (strange) election year.
OMG, how I wish Stoops had taken over UF after Spurrier!
ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ... thanks, I needed a good laugh.
What color is the atmosphere on your planet ... oh, never mind, it's probably maroon
Once an aggie cheerleader, always an aggie cheerleader
My favorite posting so far (from RaiderAlley message board)
"Jason White Seeking 8th Year of Eligibility"
WWLS just reported some alums were calling in, saying they're embarrassed that OU's only paying $18K/yr these days.
A&M doesn't HAVE cheerleaders. They have YELL leaders. Cheering is for girls in skirts. Yelling is for crazy people in white suits.
This really is stunning in its stupidity. And, regarding WWLS and their on-site afternoon shows at Big Red Sports and Imports, I kinda feel like they're sort of guilty by association. Virtually every other commercial on WWLS is from BRSI. Annoying, stupid commercials. But hey, all the WWLS hosts all work for the network local newscasts and there is no competition on viewpoints. So, I don't like WWLS much.
Ummmmm, can someone control destiny?
You've seen Rick ...
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Hook 'em!
You simply must see this thread
"many, many DUI's?"
You ought to restate that....don't ya think?
Is it too late to find some JUCO player to try out at QB for the coming year?
Switzer is a DemoSocialistMarxist....
What would you expect?
Trent Lott...is that you?
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