SEC Enforces Strict Penalties for Faking Injuries in Football

Commissioner Greg Sankey outlines new sanctions to combat the disruption caused by feigned injuries during games.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey issued a memo to coaches and athletic directors demanding an end to fake injuries used to create timeouts.
The penalties include fines of $50,000 for the first offense and $100,000 for the second, with a third offense resulting in a coach's suspension.
Staff members involved in signaling fake injuries face similar penalties, including suspensions.
Players found guilty of feigning injuries may receive public reprimands.
The SEC will review suspected incidents, with the national coordinator for football officiating determining the likelihood of a feigned injury.