Northwestern hazing scandal prompts firings, lawsuits, and program changes

Multiple former Northwestern football players have filed lawsuits alleging hazing and abuse within the program.
An investigation found evidence of hazing, leading to the firing of head coach Pat Fitzgerald and other changes.
Northwestern's athletic director has emphasized there is no place for hazing and mandatory training will be implemented.
Interim head coach David Braun attended Big Ten Media Day alone as players opted not to come amid the scandal.
Commissioner Tony Petitti said the Big Ten will defer to Northwestern's investigation before taking action.