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By Micah Brown —
Football tight end Kemari Averett has been suspended from all team activities after being arrested on Monday, October 15th for allegedly pressing a gun to his girlfriend’s head and threatening to kill her.
The sophomore pleaded not guilty Tuesday morning to charges of first-degree wanton endangerment and domestic violence.
U of L released a press statement announcing his suspension.
“Kemari Averett has been suspended immediately from all football activities per further investigation,” head coach Bobby Petrino said.