Warren Sapp Blasts University of Miami's Loss to Georgia Tech

Warren Sapp, a former University of Miami All-America defensive tackle, has spoken out about the Hurricanes' 14-10 loss to Georgia Tech, calling it "disgusting" and "a disgrace" to the university and its alumni. Sapp's comments have sparked a response from current players, who agree with his assessment of the team's performance. The loss has knocked UM out of the national championship picture and likely out of the ACC title game. Sapp, who played for the Hurricanes from 1992-94, made his comments during a telephone conference call, stating that he didn't watch the game but was unhappy to learn of the result.

Key Takeaways:

• Warren Sapp called the University of Miami's 14-10 loss to Georgia Tech "disgusting" and "a disgrace" to the university and its alumni.
• Sapp, a former UM All-America defensive tackle, stated that he didn't watch the game but was unhappy to learn of the result.
• Current players agree with Sapp's assessment of the team's performance, with junior defensive tackle Kareem Brown stating that the team "disgraced" its former players by losing to the Yellow Jackets.
• The loss has knocked UM out of the national championship picture and likely out of the ACC title game.
• Sapp played for the Hurricanes from 1992-94 and was drafted 12th overall by Tampa Bay in 1995.
• Current players, including senior fullback Quadtrine Hill and center Anthony Wollschlager, expressed agreement with Sapp's comments and stated that the team's performance was a "disgrace" and a "bad taste in my mouth."

Statistics:

• The University of Miami lost 14-10 to unranked Georgia Tech, a result that knocked the Hurricanes out of the national championship picture and likely out of the ACC title game.
• The loss dropped UM from No. 3 to No. 10 in the polls.
• Sapp played for the Hurricanes from 1992-94 and was drafted 12th overall by Tampa Bay in 1995.
• The UM offense allowed seven sacks, gained 30 yards rushing, and converted only 1 of 14 third-down situations against Georgia Tech.

Sources:

• Jorge Milian, Palm Beach Post Staff Writer
• Greg Bedard, Palm Beach Post