Georgia Tech LB Daniel Drummond faces suspension for alcohol plea
Georgia TechDrummond's arrest occurred last July on Lake Lanier, after reportedly failing field sobriety and breath tests. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the guilty plea could result in Drummond missing the 2012 season opener.
"We'll gather the facts and if it is what it is, he'll be suspended 10 percent of the game," head coach Paul Johnson said.
Drummond recorded 44 tackles in 11 games of action (six starts) as a sophomore in 2011, he is expected to be the starter in 2012 and his absence from the opener could be costly.
Georgia Tech opens the season in primetime on Labor Day against Virginia Tech. The trip to Blacksburg normally takes place later in the season, and has always held a significant in the ACC title race. Every year since the formation of the Atlantic and Coastal Divisions, the winner of the Virginia Tech - Georgia Tech game has gone on to play in the ACC Championship Game.
Drummond also received 12 months' probation, a $1,000 fine, 10 hours of community service and court-mandated classes at DUI school. Georgia Tech also will require the junior to attend drug and alcohol counseling.
Georgia Tech's annual T-Day spring game will take place Friday night at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
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