By Doug Lesmerises (Cleveland Plain Dealer) -

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The three Ohio State players suspended for the first two games of the season have been reinstated by the NCAA and are eligible to play at Miami on Saturday. Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith confirmed their reinstatement Tuesday afternoon.

The NCAA then released a statement on the players’ return.

Running back Jordan Hall and cornerback Travis Howard, listed as starters in the preseason, and backup safety Corey Brown had been suspended for taking $200 at a Northeast Ohio State charity event. They must repay $200 to charity to make their reinstatement complete……

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