Report: Laremy Tunsil admits to receiving money from Ole Miss staff
Former Ole Miss OT Laremy Tunsil’s social media accounts have created all kinds of controversy during Thursday’s NFL Draft.
First, his Twitter account was hacked to reveal a video of him smoking a bong while wearing a gas mask.
Next, his Instagram account was hacked to reveal text message conversations between Tunsil and the Ole Miss coaching staff involving an exchange of money.
In a press conference following his selection as the No. 13 overall pick by the Miami Dolphins, Tunsil reportedly admitted to taking money from the Ole Miss coaching staff.
Here are the Tweets from the reporters that were in the room in Chicago:
Tunsil's Draft Presser via WBBM. "Was their an exchange between you and your coach for $$?" "I'd have to say, yeah." pic.twitter.com/TqYeOSjOfO
— Robby Donoho III (@RobbyDonoho) April 29, 2016
Was there an exchange of money between you and your coach?
Tunsil: I have to say yeah.
?— Emily Kaplan (@emilymkaplan) April 29, 2016
Tunsil just denied an exchange of money between him and his coach. Then, asked again, said it happened. Then interrupted, ushered off stage.
— Joan Niesen (@JoanNiesen) April 29, 2016
I was there when he said it, too. https://t.co/SFZVcxJK7G
— Ben Garrett (@SpiritBen) April 29, 2016
After being ushered off podium, Tunsil is now standing behind this door being briefed by somebody. pic.twitter.com/JuKnhXfRdJ
— Emily Kaplan (@emilymkaplan) April 29, 2016
This could potentially have implications for the Ole Miss football program.