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Michigan DB Peppers won't play in Orange Bowl

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- Michigan junior Jabrill Peppers will not play for the Wolverines' against Florida State in the Capital One Orange Bowl.

Peppers sustained an injury during practice this week, according to a team spokesman. He warmed up in full pads at Hard Rock Stadium, but decided he wasn't healthy enough to play shortly before kickoff.

The Heisman Trophy finalist played linebacker, returned punts and kicks and made occasional appearances on offense for Michigan this season. Peppers has yet to announce any decision on whether he will return to the program next year or declare for the NFL Draft.