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Texas WR charged with felony after breaking tennis players's jaw

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04:18 PM ET 03.13 | Some drama between various athletes at the University of Texas apparently turned ugly, with wide receiver Cayleb Jones charged with aggravated assault after punching a tennis player over his relationship with player on Texas' volleyball team

Jones allegedly punched Joseph Swaysland hard enough to break his jaw, which has earned Jones a suspension from the team and a second-degree assault charge, which is a felony. Jones had reportedly threatened Swaysland and told volleyball player Katherine Bell not to talk to Swaysland, a situation which boiled over and could have Jones in a lot of trouble.

Jones has been suspended from the team indefinitely. He had two receptions last year as a reserve wide receiver.

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March 13, 2013  04:33 PM ET

Don't those Tennis Players know? Don't Mess With Texas.....

March 13, 2013  04:39 PM ET
QUOTE(#1):

Don't those Tennis Players know? Don't Mess With Texas.....

CJ just thought that this was the first step to getting a heisman...

On a serious note, what a waste of great talent. Based on the reports I've read, I hope he enjoys McD's because that's about the best earning capacity he will have

March 13, 2013  05:01 PM ET
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...On a serious note, what a waste of great talent. Based on the reports I've read, I hope he enjoys McD's because that's about the best earning capacity he will have

This has started to be more of the 'norm' these days in college sports. Trying to emulate the pros, I guess. Sad state of affairs these days.

March 13, 2013  05:22 PM ET

There are thugs on all teams, jsyk, when you start throwing stones (in general to all you posters out there).

March 13, 2013  05:57 PM ET
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There are thugs on all teams, jsyk, when you start throwing stones (in general to all you posters out there).

I say kick him off the team. Zero tolerance policy.

March 13, 2013  06:17 PM ET
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I say kick him off the team. Zero tolerance policy.

Yep, I would say at least suspend until trial is over, and that may be a year. If acquitted, then maybe reinstatement.

March 13, 2013  07:13 PM ET

That was the hardest hit hit a mooterus player dished out all year. He should get an extra orange slice for showing a little agression.

March 13, 2013  09:36 PM ET
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Yep, I would say at least suspend until trial is over, and that may be a year. If acquitted, then maybe reinstatement.

Heck no. Process him.

It should be Suddes' first command decision as director of player personnel.

March 13, 2013  09:39 PM ET

2 catches last year??? Yeah, pretty sure he is history.

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