The only way Newton sits is if Auburn chooses to sit him

Anybody sitting at their computer refreshing every 5 min waiting for the NCAA or the SEC to force their hand better not hold their breath. Slive's MO has been clear for years (Protect the SEC NC contenders at all cost). As for the NCAA, they only make rulings on eligibility after they conclude their investigations. They may make a suggestion on what to do if you want to avoid harsher penalties, but unless they have made their final decision on his eligibility (and face it, when are they ever not dragging their feet on these types of things?)they won't force Auburn"s hand.

Auburn might take the long term view and err on the side of caution, but i don't get that vibe from them right now. Aside from the no comment thing yesterday they have been pretty adamant about playing him. I think that with Newton almost assuredly going pro next year they figure that this is the best shot at a NC (tainted or not)they will get in the foreseeable future. I say that they will play their best hand until they are forced not to.