Pinckney is the second Miami Hurricanes player suspended for Saturday’s game. True Freshman Quarterback Jarren Williams is suspended against the Hokies for breaking unspecified team rules. Miami Herald writer Barry Jackson reported on Saturday that Williams has been late and had time management issues.
Pinckney’s Instagram message stated “I mistakenly took a pain medication I did not realize was against the rules. I take full responsibility and I can’t wait to rejoin my teammates next week.”
Pinckney is third on the Miami Hurricanes defense with 61 tackles and fifth with 8.