Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor and four other Buckeyes have been suspended for the first five games of the 2011 season by the NCAA.

The NCAA said the players sold championship rings, jerseys and awards, and received improper benefits from a tattoo parlor.

Ohio State said it will appeal the suspensions.

Here is the complete story from the Associated Press.

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