Gophers suspend two for opener

Minneapolis, MN (Sports Network) - Minnesota has reportedly suspended senior safety Kyle Theret and senior offensive lineman Dom Alford for Thursday's season opener for a violation of team policy.

According to the St. Paul Pioneer Press, Theret has been suspended since spring practice after being charged with driving while intoxicated. Theret was last year's starting strong safety for Minnesota, which went 6-7 last year.

Alford, who has started 19 games in his career -- including nine last season, will also miss the game against Middle Tennessee State.