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Missouri LB Chad Bailey Suspended After Arrest on DWI Charge

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Missouri linebacker Chad Bailey was arrested Sunday morning on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch's Dave Matter.

Tigers coach Eli Drinkwitz said the senior has been suspended as a result.

"We are aware of the situation involving Chad Bailey," he said. "He's been suspended according to Department of Athletics policy. We have high expectations for all of our student-athletes, on and off the field, and we will follow all departmental and campus policies."

Police pulled Bailey over for a lane violation and driving with an expired license plate, according to Matter: "Bailey told the officer he had consumed alcohol and then performed poorly on a field sobriety test, per the police statement.