Notre Dame investigates academic fraud, removes four players
Notre Dame has removed four likely starters from its football team in the midst of an investigation into academic fraud, a person with knowledge of the investigation who was not authorized to speak publicly told USA TODAY Sports.
The players are receiver DaVaris Daniels, defensive back KeiVarae Russell, defensive lineman Ishaq Williams and linebacker Kendall Moore, the person said. It is unclear if their removal is permanent or whether they might be able to return to the team.
It also is unclear if the investigation is limited to football.
Daniels and Russell were important parts of the 2012 team, which finished the regular season 12-0. Under NCAA protocol, an honor code violation would mean the school could ultimately vacate victories.
Quarterback Everett Golson missed last season because of an academic issue. He has returned for this year and was named Thursday as the starter,'
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