A&M's Sumlin suspends 2 for violating team policy

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HOUSTON -- Texas A&M coach Kevin Sumlin has suspended linebacker Steven Jenkins and defensive back Howard Matthews one game each for violating team policy.

Jenkins is a junior who appeared in 13 games with six starts last season for the Aggies. He had 61 tackles, including three for losses.

Matthews, a sophomore, also appeared in 13 games last season and had two starts. He finished with 28 tackles, including three for losses, and had a forced fumble.

The Aggies, who are moving from the Big 12 to the Southeastern Conference, open the season Aug. 30 against Louisiana Tech.

Copyright 2012 by The Associated Press

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