Around College Football: Florida A&M Receives Clearance to Resume Activities

After a rap video was filmed in the locker room of the Florida A&M football locker room, the team faced suspension of practice and activities suspension effective to the entire team.

Head coach Willie Simmons told investigators that there was no prior approval to the video and after a further investigation, the charge was overruled.

On Monday, Florida A&M VP and AD Tiffani-Dawn Sykes announced that the team had been cleared to resume all activities, effective Tuesday. Although they were cleared, further investigation still continues.

Sykes' statement holds more detail on the matter:

"The FAMU Football team has been cleared to return to all football-related activity, effective Tuesday, July 25, 2023. An investigation into the unauthorized video that was partially filmed in the football locker room is being led by the University’s Office of Compliance and Ethics. Since this is an ongoing investigation, no further comment can be shared at this time. In my role, I have been transparent with stakeholders and this time will be no different. I will make myself available for comment at the conclusion of the investigation."

Florida A&M begins its season on Sept. 3 with a matchup against Jackson State.