South Carolina’s backup punter, Michael Almond, was arrested early Saturday morning on suspicion of DUI, hours before the Gamecocks’ season-ending game against in-state rival No. 3 Clemson.
The Post and Courier reported the arrest. He also was charged with driving at a greater speed than reasonable under conditions. He posted personal recognizance bonds of $1,017 and $76.88, according to police records in Columbia, SC.
He will not be on the active roster for Saturday’s game, the newspaper reported.
Almond, a fifth-year senior, has appeared in four career games. He hasn’t played this season.