The NCAA's Punitive Approach: A Misguided Response? The NCAA has suspended Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter for two games, citing a $427 flight from an agent after he declared for the NFL draft.
This is just the latest example of the NCAA's heavy handed approach to enforcing its rules. Carter repaid the agent in January and was allowed to continue playing through an injury that required surgery.
However, the NCAA has maintained its stance on agents and student athletes: no signing with agents to pursue NFL opportunities. The severity of Carter's punishment raises questions about the NCAA's priorities.