Ole Miss’ DeSanto Rollins sues coach and school after mental health crisis: ‘It’s definitely been hard’

Ole Miss defensive tackle DeSanto Rollins is suing the university and its football coach, alleging he was “subjected to a hostile educational environment” after he took time off to focus on his mental health.

The lawsuit accuses the University of Mississippi and head coach Lane Kiffin of racial and sexual discrimination, among other allegations, claiming that Rollins was “kicked off the football team for taking a mental break.” It adds that the university has allowed other student-athletes, including white female softball players, to take two weeks off for their mental health without penalty.