Bad news for the Florida State football program as it prepares to take on Alabama in the season opener in Atlanta — junior receiver Davante Phillips is reportedly facing multiple felony charges.
Phillips appeared in 19 games over the last two seasons, participating mostly on special teams. According to Tomahawk Nation, if Phillips misses the Alabama game, the Seminoles will be down to six scholarship receivers for the season-opening game.
News of Phillips’ pending charges was first reported by Jim Henry of Tallahassee Democrat. Following the news, Jimbo Fisher has suspended Phillips indefinitely from the team.
FSU receiver Davante Phillips facing five felony charges, cashing or depositing items with intent to defraud, grand theft. Story forthcoming
— Jim Henry﮷ (@JimHenryTALLY) August 4, 2017
Phillips was a four-star recruit in the 2015 recruiting cycle and was a 2015 Under Armour All-American selection from Miami. He signed with the Seminoles over offers from Florida, Miami, Clemson and Alabama.
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