Cincinnati Accused of Dirty Play After Shedeur Sanders Suffers Injury
Jackson State Tigers Quarterback Sustains Injury Following Alleged Cheap Shot
Fans are up in arms after Jackson State Tigers quarterback Shedeur Sanders suffered an injury during the team's game against the Cincinnati Bearcats. The incident occurred in the third quarter when Sanders was tackled by Cincinnati's Jowon Briggs. Sanders was seen limping off the field and did not return to the game.
Replays of the tackle show that Briggs appeared to land awkwardly on Sanders' leg. Some fans believe that the tackle was intentional and that Briggs should have been penalized.
Sanders' Status Uncertain
The extent of Sanders' injury is not yet known. The Tigers have not released any information about his condition, but he is expected to undergo an MRI on Monday. If Sanders is unable to play, it would be a major blow to Jackson State's hopes of winning the SWAC championship.
Cincinnati Denies Wrongdoing
Cincinnati has denied any wrongdoing and Briggs has said that he did not intentionally try to injure Sanders. The Bearcats have also released a statement saying that they are "committed to playing the game with integrity and sportsmanship."
Fans Demand Investigation
Despite Cincinnati's denial, many fans are calling for an investigation into the incident. They believe that Briggs should be suspended if it is found that he intentionally injured Sanders.
SWAC Investigating
The SWAC has announced that it is investigating the incident. The conference will review the game film and interview witnesses to determine if any rules were violated.
Conclusion
The injury to Shedeur Sanders has cast a shadow over the SWAC championship game. Fans are angry and demanding answers. The SWAC is investigating the incident and it is possible that Cincinnati could face penalties if it is found that Briggs intentionally injured Sanders.