Georgia releases WR Rodarius 'Rara' Thomas in wake of arrest

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Georgia dismissed senior wide receiver Rodarius "Rara" Thomas from the team following his arrest last week on a felony charge of second-degree cruelty to children and misdemeanor battery.

Georgia coach Kirby Smart confirmed Thomas' departure on Thursday.

"I met with Rara on Tuesday and had a chance to talk to him face to face, which was important, but I informed him th