Georgia suspends WR Tuggle and OL Easley following Tuggle's arrest on speeding and reckless driving

FILE - Georgia wide receiver Nitro Tuggle (2) is stopped by Tennessee defensive back Andre Turrentine (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Athens, Ga.

FILE - Georgia wide receiver Nitro Tuggle (2) is stopped by Tennessee defensive back Andre Turrentine (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)


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ATHENS, Ga. — Georgia sophomore wide receiver Nitro Tuggle and freshman offensive lineman Marques Easley were suspended indefinitely from all team activities after Tuggle's arrest for speeding and reckless driving. Athens-Clarke County Jail records show Tuggle was arrested early Thursday on misdemeanor charges of speeding and reckless driving. Tuggle was released after posting bond. Georgia coach Kirby Smart has said he has struggled to find ways to convince his players to avoid speeding and reckless driving. The Athens Banner-Herald reported Easley was involved in a vehicle crash on Monday night.

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