Seven Michigan State football players have been charged in the postgame melee in Michigan Stadium’s tunnel last month.
last month, according to a statement Wednesday from the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office.
The incident occurred on Oct. 29 when multiple members of Michigan State’s football team roughed up two Michigan players. “At the University of Michigan we appreciate the thoughtful, deliberate approach from the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office to this unfortunate incident,” Michigan president Santa J. Ono said in a statement. “We also want to express our concern for all the players involved, especially those who were injured. The University of Michigan will continue to cooperate fully with any additional reviews of this matter.
Michigan State coach Mel Tucker suspended eight players — including Malcolm Jones, who is not being charged with a crime — for their role in the melee.
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