Gene Chizik has more problems other than just winning football games as the NCAA investigates his Auburn football program. Assistants Trooper Taylor and Curtis Luper have been taken off the recruiting trail. (abc3340.com)
Apparently the NCAA has their sights set on Auburn associate head coach Trooper Taylor. (abc3340.com)
Auburn running back coach Curtis Luper, along with Trooper Taylor, were taken off the recruiting trail weeks ago. (abc3340.com)
Wednesday, November 21 2012 5:32 PM EST2012-11-21 22:32:16 GMT
Below is the complete transcript of Gene Chizik's news conference on Tuesday. The Auburn head coach discussed his respect for Nick Saban, the 2010 Iron Bowl, readiness of quarterback Jonathan Wallace andMore >>
Auburn's Gene Chizik discussed the Tigers' upcoming rivalry game against No. 2 Alabama on Tuesday. Find out what he had to say about the Iron Bowl. More >>
Wednesday, November 21 2012 5:01 PM EST2012-11-21 22:01:51 GMT
The Iron Bowl is just three days away, and the University of Alabama via uagameday.com has provided alternate routes to Tuscaloosa for fans traveling to and from the game on Saturday.Fans coming from BirminghamMore >>
The Iron Bowl is just three days away, and the University of Alabama has provided alternate routes to Tuscaloosa for fans traveling to and from the game on Saturday. More >>
The hits keep coming for the Auburn football program and head coach Gene Chizik.
According to a report by Pat Forde of Yahoo! Sports, the NCAA is investigating Auburn Athletics for possible improprieties, specifically regarding the recruitment of 2012 signee Jovon Robinson.
Forde writes, "According to multiple sources, NCAA investigators have spent weeks looking into potential improprieties involving Auburn recruits, players, coaches, representatives of the school's athletic interests and third parties.
"Sources told Yahoo! Sports in September that the NCAA has been investigating the recruitment of 2012 Auburn signee Jovon Robinson, whose Memphis Wooddale High School academic transcript was found to be forged and was subsequently declared ineligible in August to play this year at the school."
While the investigation involves Robinson, sources have told Forde that it is "more widespread" than just the Memphis running back.
In Chizik's contract extension he signed in 2011, Auburn removed a clause that would have given them the right to suspend his pay in the event of an NCAA investigation over rules violations. He was also given a $10 million buyout that reduced by $2.5 million for every year coached beyond 2011. If Chizik is fired following Saturday's Iron Bowl, Auburn will owe him $7.5 million.
Auburn has not received a formal letter of inquiry from the NCAA.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:50:53 GMT
Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitionerMore >>
Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitionerMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:54:19 GMT
A major power outage in Cullman Wednesday night is affecting the nearby City of Hanceville and an area poultry plant.According to the City of Cullman Municipal Government's Facebook page, an outage atMore >>
A major power outage in Cullman Wednesday night is affecting the nearby City of Hanceville and an area poultry plant.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:37 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:37:38 GMT
HBO representatives have confirmed to the Associated Press that actor James Gandolfini died from a heart attack Wednesday while on vacation in Italy.Gandolfini, 51, was best known for his starring roleMore >>
HBO representatives have confirmed to the Associated Press that actor James Gandolfini died from a heart attack Wednesday while on vacation in Italy.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:56:59 GMT
Recently, Bitsy, a Yorkie puppy from Cullman and her owner Todd Sigmon were named finalists in the Iams "Love Tails" contest. Bitsy and Todd along with 9 other finalists will compete in a facebook videoMore >>
Cullman residents Bitsy and her owner Todd have a chance to be part of a national Iams advertisement. Cast your vote at the Iams facebook page between June 24 and June 28.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:50:32 GMT
Denise Marie McGathey of Crossville has been arrested in connection to a drug and stolen property case. DeKalb County Sheriff's Office investigators went to her home on County Road 370. InvestigatorsMore >>
Denise Marie McGathey of Crossville has been arrested in connection to a drug and stolen property case.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:45:41 GMT
Kyle Overstreet's defensive reputation has become a nationwide topic. The Alabama freshman was named the Rawlings Gold Glove second baseman by the American Baseball Coaches Association. Taylor DugasMore >>
Kyle Overstreet's defensive reputation has become a nationwide topic. The Alabama freshman was named the Rawlings Gold Glove second baseman by the American Baseball Coaches Association. Taylor DugasMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:56:02 GMT
Devonta Pollard is no longer part of the Crimson Tide basketball program, according to a CBSSports.com report. The sophomore forward was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping earlier this month. PollardMore >>
Devonta Pollard is no longer part of the Crimson Tide basketball program, according to a CBSSports.com report. The sophomore forward was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping earlier this month. More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:53:10 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance. That includesMore >>
Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:24:37 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruitersMore >>
There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruiters with winning track records.More >>
Monday, June 17 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:00:19 GMT
Alabama football picked up a commitment from offensive lineman J.C. Hassenauer.Hassenauer didn't waste time accepting Alabama's scholarship offer. He attended the Tide's OL/DL camp last weekend. CoachMore >>
Alabama football picked up a commitment from offensive lineman J.C. Hassenauer.Hassenauer didn't waste time accepting Alabama's scholarship offer. He attended the Tide's OL/DL camp last weekend. CoachMore >>
Thursday, June 20 2013 7:08 AM EDT2013-06-20 11:08:51 GMT
Birmingham Police are looking for a suspect in a Wednesday night homicide case.Lysander Perryman, 62, was found with multiple gunshot wounds just before midnight. Perryman was in a grocery store parkingMore >>
Man found shot multiple times in grocery store parking lot.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:35 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:35:22 GMT
Police continue to search for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery at an east Birmingham Subway on Monday.At approximately 9 a.m., two suspects entered the Subway located at 433 HuffmanMore >>
Police continue to search for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery at an east Birmingham Subway on Monday.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:24:31 GMT
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. AgeMore >>
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. AgeMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-06-19 23:16:30 GMT
A 29 year old Pell City woman was killed overnight by her brother. Police say 30 year old Brett Christopher Love killed his sister Lindsey Michelle Love around 3 AM Wednesday morning in the 100 blockMore >>
A brother suspected of killing his sister in Pell City has been taken into custody and charged with murder. More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:15:39 GMT
the men and women who keep jefferson county safe are now working longer shifts... answering twice as many calls... and without the help of some high tech tools. sheriff's deputies found a way to manageMore >>
The men and women who keep Jefferson County safe are now working longer shifts and answering twice as many calls without the help of some high tech tools. But sheriff's deputies found a way to manage the new workload using an old computer and a free program.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:01:40 GMT
Auburn basketball signed point guard Malcolm Canada, which fills a huge need for the program. Canada essentially replaces Jerome Seagears, who transferred to Auburn only to leave the program after lessMore >>
Auburn basketball signed point guard Malcolm Canada, which fills a huge need for the program. Canada essentially replaces Jerome Seagears, who transferred to Auburn only to leave the program after lessMore >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:39:01 GMT
The majority of Auburn football's recent signing class is ready for action.Eight more signees reported to campus on Tuesday morning. They join the ten signees that had previously reported.The new arrivalsMore >>
The majority of Auburn football's recent signing class is ready for action.Eight more signees reported to campus on Tuesday morning. More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:24 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:24:37 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruitersMore >>
There's reason for optimism about the once-prominent Auburn and Alabama women's basketball programs after landing coaches who are energetic recruiters with winning track records.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-06-15 02:07:59 GMT
AUBURN, Ala. -- Sunny Golloway has been named Auburn's head baseball coach, Auburn Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs announced Friday. Golloway has spent the past eight seasons as head coach at the UniversityMore >>
Sunny Golloway has been named Auburn's head baseball coach, Auburn Director of Athletics Jay Jacobs announced Friday.More >>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:35:09 GMT
Auburn softball found a championship caliber coach.Clint Myers is the Tigers new coach, following an eight year run at Arizona State that resulted in two national championships and seven trips to the Women'sMore >>
After guiding the Arizona State softball program to two NCAA national championships and seven Women's College World Series appearances, Clint Myers has decided to try his hand in the SEC, accepting an offer to become the Tigers' new head coach.More >>
An automotive supplier is breaking ground on a 300,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Montgomery. Gov. Robert Bentley and other officials will be on hand for a ceremony this afternoon for DAS North America.More >>
Former Grand Slam doubles champion Bob Hewitt has been served a summons to appear in a South African court to face allegations he sexually abused young girls he coached decades ago, prosecutors told The Associated...More >>
Former Grand Slam doubles champion Bob Hewitt has been served a summons to appear in a South African court to face allegations he sexually abused young girls he coached decades ago, prosecutors told The Associated Press on...More >>
Former Grand Slam doubles champion Bob Hewitt has been served a summons to appear in a South African court following allegations he sexually abused young girls he coached decades ago, prosecutors told The Associated...More >>
Former Grand Slam doubles champion Bob Hewitt has been served a summons to appear in a South African court following allegations he sexually abused young girls he coached decades ago, prosecutors told The Associated Press on...More >>
The hearing to determine whether Mercedes and Pirelli broke Formula One rules by holding in-season tire tests has opened in Paris.More >>
The governing body of motorsport argued Thursday that Mercedes broke the rules and got an unfair advantage over other Formula One teams by taking part in private in-season tire testing with Pirelli.More >>
The Blackhawks are heading back to Chicago having regained home-ice advantage in the Stanley Cup finals and with a renewed faith in an offense that took more than 120 minutes to push a puck past Bruins goalie Tuukka...More >>
The Blackhawks are heading back to Chicago having regained home-ice advantage in the Stanley Cup finals and with a renewed faith in an offense that took more than 120 minutes to push a puck past Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask.More >>
New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had a connection to a homicide victim found in an industrial park near the athlete's home, but family members and officials aren't commenting on the nature of...More >>
New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez had a connection to a homicide victim found in an industrial park near the athlete's home, but family and officials were mum on the nature of their relationship, two days...More >>
The Boston Bruins came from behind to tie the Chicago Blackhawks for the third time and sent Game 4 of the Stanley Cup finals into overtime with the teams even 5-5 on Wednesday night.More >>
After struggling for more than 120 minutes to score even once, the Blackhawks beat Boston goalie Tuukka Rask a half-dozen times in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup finals to send the series back to Chicago tied two games apiece.More >>
David Murphy had three hits and scored twice to snap out of a long slump, and the Texas Rangers beat the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics 9-4 on Wednesday night.More >>
When Justin Grimm threw his last pitch, the Texas Rangers were trailing the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics.More >>
Matt Boyd pitched a four-hitter and struck out 11 and Oregon State made a fourth-inning sacrifice fly stand for a 1-0 victory over Indiana in the College World Series on Wednesday night.More >>
Matt Boyd pitched a four-hitter and struck out 11 and Oregon State made a fourth-inning sacrifice fly stand for a 1-0 victory over Indiana in the College World Series on Wednesday night.More >>
Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:53:36 GMT
Pitcher Matt Boyd was dominant as Oregon State eliminated Indiana, 1-0 at the College World Series. Boyd pitched a four-hit complete game shutout. It's the pitchers third shuout of the year and the firstMore >>
Pitcher Matt Boyd was dominant as Oregon State eliminated Indiana, 1-0 at the College World Series. Boyd pitched a four-hit complete game shutout. It's the pitchers third shuout of the year and the firstMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:45:41 GMT
Kyle Overstreet's defensive reputation has become a nationwide topic. The Alabama freshman was named the Rawlings Gold Glove second baseman by the American Baseball Coaches Association. Taylor DugasMore >>
Kyle Overstreet's defensive reputation has become a nationwide topic. The Alabama freshman was named the Rawlings Gold Glove second baseman by the American Baseball Coaches Association. Taylor DugasMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:49:27 GMT
The Atlanta Braves have signed their first round draft pick, Jason Hursh. The right-handed pitcher from Oklahoma State will receive a $1,704,200 signing bonus and reportedly begin his pro career withMore >>
The Atlanta Braves have signed their first round draft pick, Jason Hursh. The right-handed pitcher from Oklahoma State will receive a $1,704,200 signing bonus and reportedly begin his pro career withMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:01 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:01:40 GMT
Auburn basketball signed point guard Malcolm Canada, which fills a huge need for the program. Canada essentially replaces Jerome Seagears, who transferred to Auburn only to leave the program after lessMore >>
Auburn basketball signed point guard Malcolm Canada, which fills a huge need for the program. Canada essentially replaces Jerome Seagears, who transferred to Auburn only to leave the program after lessMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:56:02 GMT
Devonta Pollard is no longer part of the Crimson Tide basketball program, according to a CBSSports.com report. The sophomore forward was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping earlier this month. PollardMore >>
Devonta Pollard is no longer part of the Crimson Tide basketball program, according to a CBSSports.com report. The sophomore forward was charged with conspiracy to commit kidnapping earlier this month. More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:53:10 GMT
By JOHN ZENORAP Sports Writer TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) - Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance. That includesMore >>
Alabama athletic director Bill Battle isn't sure any football program has ever topped the Crimson Tide's current run of dominance.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:53:23 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) — Zack Wheeler lived up the hype in his major league debut, pitching six scoreless innings to lead the New York Mets to a 6-1 victory over the first-place Atlanta Braves and a doubleheaderMore >>
Zack Wheeler lived up the hype in his major league debut, pitching six scoreless innings to lead the New York Mets to a 6-1 victory over the first-place Atlanta Braves and a doubleheader sweep on Tuesday.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:44 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:44:40 GMT
By BRIDGET MURPHYAssociated Press NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) - State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group ofMore >>
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered the day before.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:40 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:40:56 GMT
NASCAR driver Mike Harmon has turned himself in to authorities and will face charges of breaking and entering and larceny in North Carolina.The nationwide series competitor was born in Birmingport, AL.AuthoritiesMore >>
NASCAR driver Mike Harmon has turned himself in to authorities and will face charges of breaking and entering and larceny in North Carolina.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:39:01 GMT
The majority of Auburn football's recent signing class is ready for action.Eight more signees reported to campus on Tuesday morning. They join the ten signees that had previously reported.The new arrivalsMore >>
The majority of Auburn football's recent signing class is ready for action.Eight more signees reported to campus on Tuesday morning. More >>
Thursday, June 20 2013 7:08 AM EDT2013-06-20 11:08:51 GMT
Birmingham Police are looking for a suspect in a Wednesday night homicide case.Lysander Perryman, 62, was found with multiple gunshot wounds just before midnight. Perryman was in a grocery store parkingMore >>
Man found shot multiple times in grocery store parking lot.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:53 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:53:36 GMT
Pitcher Matt Boyd was dominant as Oregon State eliminated Indiana, 1-0 at the College World Series. Boyd pitched a four-hit complete game shutout. It's the pitchers third shuout of the year and the firstMore >>
Pitcher Matt Boyd was dominant as Oregon State eliminated Indiana, 1-0 at the College World Series. Boyd pitched a four-hit complete game shutout. It's the pitchers third shuout of the year and the firstMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:50:53 GMT
Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitionerMore >>
Lisa findley can lift heavy weights, stretch and push her body to new limits but getting to that point wasn't easy. At one time, Findley was 100 pounds heavier than her current weight. The nurse practitionerMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:54:19 GMT
A major power outage in Cullman Wednesday night is affecting the nearby City of Hanceville and an area poultry plant.According to the City of Cullman Municipal Government's Facebook page, an outage atMore >>
A major power outage in Cullman Wednesday night is affecting the nearby City of Hanceville and an area poultry plant.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:46:02 GMT
There's a new effort underway to slow down smart phone thefts. Apple has unveiled a remote kill switch feature- and there are calls to cell phone service providers to create remote shut-off servicesMore >>
Police and smart phone companies tackle the problem of phone theft.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:45:41 GMT
Kyle Overstreet's defensive reputation has become a nationwide topic. The Alabama freshman was named the Rawlings Gold Glove second baseman by the American Baseball Coaches Association. Taylor DugasMore >>
Kyle Overstreet's defensive reputation has become a nationwide topic. The Alabama freshman was named the Rawlings Gold Glove second baseman by the American Baseball Coaches Association. Taylor DugasMore >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:35 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:35:22 GMT
Police continue to search for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery at an east Birmingham Subway on Monday.At approximately 9 a.m., two suspects entered the Subway located at 433 HuffmanMore >>
Police continue to search for two suspects wanted in connection to an armed robbery at an east Birmingham Subway on Monday.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:24:31 GMT
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. AgeMore >>
There are complaints about the tallest building in Ensley. Some business owners say it's a nuisance. They want the Ramsay McCormack building to come down because it's a safety hazard and an eye sore. AgeMore >>
Gene Chizik has more problems other than just winning football games as the NCAA investigates his Auburn football program. Assistants Trooper Taylor and Curtis Luper have been taken off the recruiting trail. (abc3340.com)
Apparently the NCAA has their sights set on Auburn associate head coach Trooper Taylor. (abc3340.com)
Auburn running back coach Curtis Luper, along with Trooper Taylor, were taken off the recruiting trail weeks ago. (abc3340.com)
