- Strength coach was accused of mistreating black players
- Chris Doyle denies ‘unethical behavior’ based on race
Iowa’s college football team cut ties with its strength coach Chris Doyle on Monday, announcing a separation agreement that will pay him more than $1.1m after former Hawkeyes accused him of mistreating and belittling African American players.
The school announced the move before a news conference by athletic director Gary Barta, who released a statement wishing Doyle well. The university also said a law firm will conduct an independent review of allegations relating to racial disparities within the football program.
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There are too many racial disparities in the Iowa football program. Black players have been treated unfairly for far too long.
