Hoosiers' defensive tackle Darius Latham suspended indefinitely

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Indiana is a perfect 4-0 heading into its Big Ten opener this weekend against No. 1 Ohio State.

But the Hoosiers will be without the services of one of their best defensive players, defensive tackle Darius Latham, after the program announced Tuesday that Latham is suspended indefinitely.

"Indiana University junior Darius Latham has been suspended immediately and indefinitely from competition with the football team pending the resolution of a proceeding with Indiana University Office of Student Ethics," the announcement read. "There will be no further comment regarding this matter until that proceeding is concluded."

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This is Latham's second suspension of the season. He missed the season-opening win over Southern Illinois while serving a one-game suspension for a violation of team rules.

Latham recorded 10 tackles, five tackles for loss and two sacks in the past three games, wins over Florida International, Western Kentucky and Wake Forest.

Latham's presence has been important for the Hoosiers' statistically strong run defense. Despite a pass defense that continues to have its problems, Indiana's rush defense has allowed just 138.5 yards per game.

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