During the Crimson Tide’s 52-6 pasting of Southern Cal, Trojans defensive end Jabari Ruffin committed a cringe-worthy move — stomping on the groin of Alabama defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick.

The officials caught the reprehensible act, and thus Ruffin was unceremoniously jettisoned to the locker room.

On Sunday, Ruffin’s long-term punishment was announced by Southern Cal head coach Clay Helton.

https://twitter.com/zhelfand/status/772601823542714369

Ruffin will be suspended for only the first half against the Trojans’ next opponent in Utah State. He also will be writing a letter of apology (presumably to both Fitzpatrick and Alabama).

Does the punishment truly fit the crime in this scenario?