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National College Players Association requests independent investigation of Illinois Football

Could an independent investigation be coming for Illinois Athletics?

The National College Players Association (NCPA) has requested that the University of Illinois conduct an open, independent investigation into the allegations brought forth by former offensive lineman Simon Cvijanovic. Cvijanovic claims, among several other things, that head coach Tim Beckman and the coaching staff forced him to play through injury while failing to properly disclose full medical records.

NCPA president Ramogi Huma send a letter to chancellor Phyllis Wise and he's requesting a response by Friday.

The National College Players Association has requested that Illinois commission an independent investigation of Simon Cvijanovic's claims.