Tressel in Trouble?

Sunday's win for the Ohio State basketball no doubt was a great day for the Ohio State athletic program. Since then their has been a black cloud hanging over Columbus, Ohio. With new allegations being reported against the Buckeyes, and perhaps more importantly the football program.

Earlier this year five football players, including star quarterback Terell Pryor, were suspended for receiving improper benefits. Including receiving free or discounted tattoos, and selling merchandise for profit. Including Pryor selling his "Golden Pants," the award given to the best player in the Michigan - Ohio State game, as well as championship rings.

Now Yahoo Sports is reporting that Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel knew about the improper benefits. Not just the day before the violations became public, but months in advance. Possibly putting the entire program in jeopardy.

Tuesday night university officials will be having a press conference regarding the new allegations, and Tressel's job may hang in the balance.

Under Tressel's contract the university would have the option of terminating the head coach because of a clause that protects them against unethical conduct. Such as not reporting athletes receiving improper benefits to the university or to the NCAA Compliance Board.

The NCAA has not come out with any additional sanctions against Ohio State, and their is no clear resolution to the issue at Ohio State. But with out a doubt there have been better days for the Ohio State athletic program, and darker days may be on the horizon for the football team.