The following statement was just released from Ole Miss media relations and is attributed to Robert Nkemdiche.
He makes a formal apology. He cites a media report and denies using synthetic drugs. He does not deny or address the possibility of the use of other drugs after having been charged with possession of marijuana by Atlanta police.
He says he hopes to finish this year’s journey with his brothers which sounds like a plea to play in the Sugar Bowl.
Here’s Nkemdiche:
“I want to apologize to Rebel Nation, my teammates and my coaches for my actions last weekend.