Virginia Tech indefinitely suspends Adonis Alexander, Houshun Gaines

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Cornerback Adonis Alexander and defensive end Houshun Gaines have been suspended indefinitely from the Virginia Tech football program, the university announced.

No further details about the suspension were disclosed.

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Alexander finished his freshman campaign with 55 combined tackles and four interceptions.

Gaines recorded two sacks and two tackles in the team's spring game last weekend.

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The Hokies are heading into their first season under head coach Justin Fuente. The team finished 7–6 last season.

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