COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Terrelle Pryors career at Ohio State, which started with so much promise and potential, came to an abrupt and scandal-ridden end. Dennis Byrd Jersey . The Ohio State quarterback announced through his lawyer Tuesday that he would not play for the Buckeyes this season. He had already been suspended for the first five games for breaking NCAA rules by accepting improper benefits from the owner of a tattoo parlour. "In the best interests of my teammates, Ive made the decision to forgo my senior year of football at The Ohio State University," Pryor said in a statement issued by Columbus lawyer Larry James. Pryor will most likely make himself available for an NFL supplemental draft. "I would hope so. Also, he would hope so," said James, who added that Pryor was not available for comment. "But hes going to take the next couple of days to get his head together." The Cleveland Plain Dealer first reported Pryors announcement. The NCAA is looking into all aspects of Ohio States once-glittering program, from cash and tattoos to players, cars deals for athletes and other potential violations. Pryors announcement comes just eight days after Buckeyes coach Jim Tressel was forced to resign for knowing about the players improper benefits but not telling any of his superiors. "He did not want to be a a distraction to his teammates," James said of Pryor. "This is something he came to consider after much thought." Ohio States athletic director, Gene Smith, quickly issued a statement wishing Pryor the best. "We understand Terrelles decision and wish him well in this next phase of his life," Smith said. "We hope he returns to The Ohio State University one day to finish his degree." Luke Fickell, who will serve as Ohio States interim head coach in place of Tressel this fall, found out about Pryors decision on Tuesday night. "I was notified this evening that Terrelle has decided to pursue a professional career," Fickell said. "I wish him the best in his pursuits." Pryor came to Ohio State on March 19, 2007, from Jeannette, Pa., as the most acclaimed high school quarterback prospect in the country. His career will be remembered in his adoptive home state for his three victories in as many tries against archrival Michigan, and victories in the Rose and Sugar Bowl. But it will also be remembered for a series of missteps and controversies that seemed to follow the six-foot-six, 233-pound physical specimen wherever he went and no matter what he said. In the midst of an NCAA inspection into his cars, he drove a sports car to practice on the day that Tressel resigned. Even when it was shown that his mother had legally bought the car, which is four years old, many fans were angry. The fact that he was driving it made it headline news across the state and around the Big Ten. On the field, Pryor was very good. He had a 31-4 record as a starter (starting one bowl game as a wide receiver), rushed for an Ohio State-record for a quarterback 2,164 yards and passed for 6,177 yards. He was often at his best in big games, holding the school record with seven games with at least 300 yards of total offence and 22 games with at least 200. But there were other moments that kept him from ever becoming a fan favourite. He wore "Vick" on an eyeblack patch in honour of Michael Vick in 2009, after the NFL quarterback had been involved in a dogfighting operation. Pryor then infuriated many by saying, "Not everybodys the perfect person in the world. I mean, everyone kills people, murders people, steals from you, steals from me, whatever. I think that people need a second chance." After Wisconsin beat the Buckeyes in October, handing them their only loss last season, Pryor petulantly said that Ohio State could beat the Badgers nine out of 10 times. He also has called former Ohio State quarterback and current ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit "a fake Buckeye" for questioning Pryors emotional sideline behaviour. Few NFL draft experts consider Pryor to be a ready-for-the-NFL quarterback. With his speed and size, he might be better cut out as a big wide receiver in the mould of Plaxico Burress. Despite the NFL labour problems, a supplemental draft could still be held this summer, although no one has yet committed to entering it. Former Ohio State star Cris Carter went that route after he lost his senior season due to NCAA infractions involving an agent and he went on to a stellar career as one of the best receivers in NFL history. Ohio State will go before the NCAAs committee on infractions on Aug. 12. With Tressel no longer with the program, along with Pryor who has been the most visible of those who were suspended, it was no surprise that Buckeyes fans expressed relief at Pryors surprise announcement. With Pryor no longer a college football player, he is no longer obligated to meet with the NCAA. James would not comment on whether Pryor would continue to co-operate with the NCAA. James said that Pryor was reflective when he made the decision to quit college football. "You know how sometimes you have the weight of the world on your shoulders and then something like this takes a little bit off, James said. "Hes still only 21." Ben Roethlisberger Jersey . The ministry may have denied that improper and excessive use of antibiotics causes about 80,000 deaths a year in China. But it monitors drug use in only about 200 hospitals and is yet to oversee the use of antibiotics in a wider range of areas. Tennessee Titans Finnegan Jersey . -- Tim Tebow is ready for the shots, both on the football field and in the locker room. Joe Montana Jersey . 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We lost control a bit and there are a few things that need looking at." Simao Sabrosa and Maxi Rodriguez scored in the first 28 minutes for Atletico in a game played behind closed doors because of crowd violence when the Spanish team played Marseille Oct. 1. Inter was beaten 1-0 at home by Panathinaikos but still qualified despite winning only one of its three home games. Its two nearest rivals, Panathinaikos and Anorthosis Famagusta, face each other Dec. 9 and only of the teams can finish above the Serie A leader. "Panathinaikos deserves this win and we deserved to lose," said Inter coach Jose Mourinho. "We played a terrible game. In the first half we basically didnt create anything, we didnt fight for the lose balls. I think the players were tired, thats the explanation I prefer." Josu Sarriegi revived Panathinaikos chances with the only goal at San Siro in the 69th. 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I think it is the first time since I coach Chelsea that we received a goal from a corner." AS Roma went top of Group A after winning 3-1 at CFR Cluj helped by two goals by Matteo Brighi. The Italian team has nine points, Chelsea eight and Bordeaux seven going into the final round of games when Roma hosts the French team and Premier League leader Chelsea is at home to Romanias Cluj. "After Clujs goal (for 2-1) we proved we are a team with personality," said Roma coach Luciano Spalletti said. "Our passes were fluid and we showed our willingness for a good fight. we will continue to fight to get points in the game with Bordeaux." The last 16 already includes eight teams who have won European footballs biggest club competition with three more spots still to fill. Ten teams had already qualified - Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon from Group C, Manchester United and Villarreal from Group E, Lyon and Bayern Munich from Group F, Arsenal and FC Porto from Group G and Juventus and Real Madrid from Group H. Barcelona won 5-2 at Sporting in a meeting of two clubs who had already qualified. With Shakhtar Donetsk beating FC Basel 5-0 helped by a hat-trick by Jadson, giving the two Group C games a combined 12 goals. ' ' '