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ACC Hits Syracuse With Big Fine After Upset Win Over Clemson

ACC Hits Syracuse With Big Fine After Upset Win Over Clemson

Summary

Syracuse University faced consequences after a football game against Clemson where they won 34-21. The team's starting quarterback, Steve Angeli, suffered an injury that ended his season. Additionally, Syracuse received a $25,000 fine for pretending injuries to gain an advantage during the game.

Key Facts

  • Syracuse won a football game against Clemson with a score of 34-21.
  • Starting quarterback Steve Angeli got injured, ending his season due to an Achilles tear.
  • Syracuse was fined $25,000 by the ACC for pretending injuries in the game.
  • The injury faking is considered "unethical" according to NCAA Football Rule 3-3-6-b.
  • The rule is meant to stop teams from unfairly slowing down the game.
  • New rules this year penalize teams by charging them a timeout or a penalty for faked injuries.
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