Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz told reporters Saturday that strength and conditioning coach Chris Doyle has been placed on administrative leave, per Scott Dochterman of The Athletic.
Dochterman reported that numerous players have spoken out in recent days against the highest-paid strength coach in college football for racist remarks. An independent review will be conducted to investigate the allegations.
Dochterman wrote Saturday that "several players" have said Doyle mistreated them, with ex-linebacker Reggie Spearman saying, "I personally believe Doyle and Kirk from my own experiences aren't inclusive and understanding of young black athletes.