MOBILE, AL - FEBRUARY 04: A general view of a FAMU Rattlers helmet during the Reese's Senior Bowl on February 4, 2023 at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama.
"Although I am a proud proponent of free speech and support all forms of musical expressions, this football team has a responsibility to protect the University's image," Simmons wrote."As a result of this unfortunate situation, as head football coach I am effectively suspending all football related activities until further notice. It is a privilege to wear the Orange and Green and as a football program our young men have failed to live up to the standard set before us.