Cornerback Jermaine Edmondson, who allegedly was punched in the face by Golden State Warriors star forward Draymond Green over the weekend, has been granted his release from the Michigan State football team.
Spartans coach Mark Dantonio made the announcement on Wednesday night but did not mention the alleged altercation -- which was detailed in a police report obtained by ESPN earlier in the day -- as the reason why the senior was leaving.
"In discussions with Jermaine Edmondson following spring practice and in the weeks thereafter, it became clear that Jermaine wanted to play a larger role on the team," Dantonio said.