Myles’ dismissal, two suspensions seem certain to hurt Vols on field

KNOXVILLE – The University of Tennessee football program’s most recent off-the-field issue, like others before it, is potentially a major threat to the Volunteers’ on-field results.

Sophomore Darren Myles, projected by many to be the team’s starting strong safety, was dismissed from the program Friday by first-year coach Derek Dooley.

Dooley indefinitely suspended two other potential starters: sophomore defensive tackle Marlon Walls and sophomore linebacker Greg King.

There’s a chance more players could be charged in the matter, according to Knoxville Police Department officials. And there’s also a chance players not charged by the law could face sanctions from Dooley.