Pete Thamel: Georgia RB Trevor Etienne 'facing one-game suspension' for offseason DUI
In March, Georgia running back Trevor Etienne was charged with multiple misdemeanors, including DUI. The charges were dropped in July. However, ESPN’s Pete Thamel believes Etienne may still be punished by Georgia.
“The headline is that Trevor Etienne is facing a one-game suspension,” Thamel said. “He got arrested in March on DUI charges. Under Georgia Athletic Department policy, he’s expected to miss one game.”
Etienne transferred to Georgia this offseason after starting his career at Florida. He is the younger brother of former Clemson star running back Travis Etienne, who is now playing in the NFL.
Trevor Etienne made 24 appearances and one start for the Gators, tallying 249 carries for 1,472 yards and 14 touchdowns. He also amassed 30 catches for 238 yards and a score.
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Although Etienne’s charges were dropped, he received 12 months of probation and an $852 fine as well as a $45 per month supervision fee. He had to complete a substance abuse evaluation, 40 hours of community service, an alcohol risk reduction program and is subject to random drug and alcohol screenings.
On Monday, Georgia head coach Kirby Smart refused to provide a definite answer when a reporter asked him if Etienne will serve a suspension.
“I don’t really talk about any of the other stuff in regards to any of our players with suspensions,” Smart said. “But I’m excited about all of the guys that are going to get an opportunity to play at back.”
Etienne’s backup, Rod Robinson, will also be unavailable on Saturday due to a toe injury he suffered in the preseason. Thamel revealed who he expects to play for Georgia if the program suspends Etienne.
“We’re going to see some new faces at tailback for the Dogs. Branson Robinson, kind of a bruising sophomore running back, is expected to get the start, and he’ll be backed up by a true freshman named Nate Frazier.
“He’s from Los Angeles. He played at Mater Dei. He has been the buzz player in Georgia camp. He’s an electric young back, who may not have gotten many carries in this game if not for the traffic that opened up in front of him. So, look for Frazier to potentially be a breakout guy on Saturday.”
Georgia will square off against Clemson at noon ET on Saturday. The game will be broadcast on ABC.