Criminal State at Tallahassee officials said they will have an announcement on the future of standout receiver Preston Parker after the athlete's arrest in South Florida on drug and weapons charges.According to the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Parker was arrested early Tuesday on charges of carrying a concealed .45-caliber handgun and possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana.
Parker was named the Seminole's most valuable player last season after leading the team with 1,513 all-purpose yards and 62 receptions.
The 21-year-old's arrest is the first major discipline problem at the school since the arrival of new athletic director Randy Spetman earlier this year.
Florida State's Preston Parker runs for a big gain as defender Jamie Robinson moves in for the tackle the team's spring football game April 12, 2008, in Tallahassee, Fla. Parker will be disciplined according to the school's code of conduct following his arrest on drug and weapons charges, the university said Tuesday, April 22. (AP Photo/Steve Cannon)
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