San Diego State Aztecs' Matt Araiza Saga Spurs Change in NFL Team Vetting
By Sports Reporter | Published 2026-02-08T15:42:02.334Z
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The San Diego State University (SDSU) Aztecs football program found itself at the center of a national controversy in 2022 when allegations of gang rape surfaced against their star punter, Matt...
The San Diego State University (SDSU) Aztecs football program found itself at the center of a national controversy in 2022 when allegations of gang rape surfaced against their star punter, Matt Araiza. Araiza, known as "Punt God" for his exceptional leg strength, was drafted by the Buffalo Bills but was promptly released after the allegations became public. The fallout from the Araiza case has prompted significant changes in how NFL teams vet potential players, particularly regarding off-field c
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