LAS VEGAS — He could’ve stayed home.
He could’ve dodged the cameras and sidestepped the questions until they finally stopped coming.
But Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon II saw the value in showing up, sitting in front of those cameras and answering virtually every question that was offered on Tuesday during Big 12 Football Media Days at Allegiant Stadium.
Gordon was arrested nine days earlier for suspicion of driving under the influence, transporting an open container, speeding and other offenses.
As the best running back in the country last year, with dreams of bigger awards this season, Gordon faced the media with humility for a dangerously bad decision that he hopes to quickly put behind him.
“I apologize for my actions, the mistakes I made,” Gordon said. “It wasn’t good. Every action has a consequence. I just need to apologize to my family and my team for my actions. I just hope that I can get back on a good track and good terms with all of them.”
OSU coach Mike Gundy said Tuesday that he will not suspend Gordon from any games because of the incident, which aligns with how Gundy has handled similar situations in recent years.
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Jul 9, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys head coach Mike Gundy speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports
Gordon was stopped by Oklahoma Highway Patrol in the early morning hours of June 30 for swerving between lanes and speeding, leading to his arrest. He was charged Monday in Cleveland County District Court in Norman, where he faces two misdemeanor counts — driving under the influence by a person under 21 and transporting an open container of alcohol.
Gordon only avoided questions about specifics…
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Publish date : 2024-07-10 10:30:48
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