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Eastern Michigan Apologizes After Korey Hernandez Punch, Brawl vs. South Alabama

Eastern Michigan defensive back Korey Hernandez was seen on video running across the field and sucker-punching South Alabama cornerback Jamarrien Burt following the Jaguars' 59-10 blowout win in the 68 Ventures Bowl on Saturday night.

A brawl ensued, and Eastern Michigan athletic director Scott Wetherbee apologized for his player's actions in a statement on Sunday:

"We strongly condemn the actions of some of the student-athletes on the EMU football team in the ugly incident that took place following last night's 68 Ventures Bowl. We are deeply upset and embarrassed by what happened. Their conduct does not reflect the great pride and high standards we place on the game and our program, and the expectations for good sportsmanship and exemplary conduct of student-athletes on and off the field.