Penn State’s woes may be even bigger than originally thought after the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) announced heavy sanctions on the university’s football program including a $60 million (€50 million) fine, a four-year ban on bowls, 40 fewer football scholarships and a vacating of all wins from 1998 to 2011, in light of the Sandusky child sex scandal.
Today, Automotive News is reporting that General Motors is contemplating whether to cut its sponsorship of the Penn State’s Nittany Lions.
GM spokesman Tom Henderson confirmed the story to the news site adding that a final decision has not yet been made. He also pointed out that decisions on these kind of sponsorships are held by the Detroit-based automaker’s regional offices.
Another company, insurance firm State Farm, has already made a decision to stop airing commercials during Penn State’s televised home football games, according to a report from the AP.
“We will not directly support Penn State football this year,” State Farm representative Dave Phillips told the news agency. “We just feel it was the best decision,” he added.
So what do you think; should General Motors follow in the footsteps of State Farm or should it continue to sponsor the Penn State’s football team? Voice your thoughts in the comments section below.
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