In a recent interview at the Big 12 Conference media day, Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy found himself in hot water after making controversial remarks about driving under the influence. The comments emerged during a discussion about the recent arrest of Cowboys running back Ollie Gordon II, who was charged with driving under the influence by a person under 21 and transporting an open container of an alcoholic beverage.

When asked about his decision to allow Gordon to participate in the media day event, Gundy stated that he believed the 20-year-old player should have the opportunity to "own up to things." However, it was his subsequent comments that stirred up controversy. Gundy mentioned that he had looked up the legal blood alcohol limit in Oklahoma on his phone and compared it to Gordon's BAC reading of 0.1. He admitted to thinking that consuming two to four beers and driving under the influence was something he had likely done "a thousand times in his life" without consequences.

These remarks quickly gained attention, leading Gundy to attempt to clarify his statements later in the day. He took to social media to explain that his intended point was that everyone is guilty of making bad decisions and that he was not referring to any specific incident. Nevertheless, the damage was done, and Gundy's comments had already gone viral.

Gordon, on the other hand, posted an apology for his actions in a statement on social media. The talented running back acknowledged the poor decisions that led to his arrest and the negative impact it had on his team. Despite the controversy surrounding him, Gordon chose to attend the media day event, citing his desire to face the consequences of his actions and support his teammates and coach.

Regarding the decision to not suspend Gordon, Gundy defended his stance, stating that the player would still participate in the first game. The coach argued that a one-game suspension would not make a significant difference and that a lengthier suspension would not be fair to the rest of the team. Gundy emphasized the need for Gordon to take responsibility for his actions moving forward and urged people to exercise caution when passing judgment.

The incident involving Gordon and Gundy's controversial remarks have sparked a wider conversation about personal accountability and the handling of disciplinary actions within collegiate sports programs. As the situation continues to unfold, the Oklahoma State football program faces scrutiny and the challenge of maintaining team unity amidst the controversy.

It remains to be seen how the incident will ultimately impact the team and the upcoming season. As fans and observers, it is essential to remember that mistakes can be made by anyone and that everyone deserves a chance to learn and grow from those mistakes.