Michigan St reviewing possible ‘conduct violation’

Posted October 18, 2011 12:00 am

Associated Press

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State says the Big Ten has notified the Spartans of a possible “conduct violation” stemming from its emotional win over Michigan.

Michigan State athletic director Mark Hollis says the school will forward a written report to the conference when an internal review is finished. Hollis didn’t go into any detail about the nature of the possible violation.

The Spartans beat Michigan 28-14 on Saturday. Michigan State defensive lineman William Gholston was shown on video appearing to twist the helmet of Michigan’s Denard Robinson during a pileup. Gholston was also shown taking a swing at a Michigan lineman on another play, appearing to connect with his face or neck.

No. 15 Michigan State hosts No. 4 Wisconsin on Saturday night.

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