Franklin Defends PSU Player's Hair Called 'Disgusting'

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In another moment marking the intersection of traditionally black hairstyles and sports, Penn State football coach James Franklin denounced a letter that had been sent to one of his players by an alum who called his dreadlocks “disgusting.”

The letter, signed by Dave Petersen, who according to ESPN is a resident of Johnstown, Penn., was addressed to Penn State safety Jonathan Sutherland. After the letter was posted on Twitter by Sutherland’s roommate and Penn State defensive tackle Antonio Shelton, many remarked that the letter was racist.

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