Oklahoma State football running back Ollie Gordon enjoyed a breakout season in 2023, totaling 2,032 yards from scrimmage with 22 touchdowns. However, the Cowboys star's summer has gotten off to a rocky start, as he was arrested for driving under the influence on June 30th.

Gordon released a statement regarding the matter on Monday, via X.

“I am deeply sorry for the actions that led to my arrest on June 30th,” Gordon said. “I sincerely apologize to my family, everyone in our program, including our players, Coach Gundy, the staff, Oklahoma State University, and our fans.”

Gordon was pulled over with half-full bottles of vodka and tequila and had been driving 82 MPH in a 65-MPH zone, according to the official synopsis of the arrest. The 20-year-old was driving on a Cleveland County highway, which is south of Oklahoma City. He also swerved in and out of his lane twice, according to the trooper who arrested him.

“Regardless of the outcome of the pending investigation, I did not uphold the values I have for myself and the values of the OSU football program,” he continued. “I am committed to learning and growing from this mistake and I will work to earn back the trust of those I have disappointed. Thank you.”

The university still hasn't released an official statement since July 1st, when it said it was “aware of the situation,” via 247 Sports' McClain Baxley.

Now that the apology is out of the way, what's next for the promising talent?

Gordon will attend Big 12 Media Day as he rehabilitates his image with Oklahoma State football

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Gordon will still speak at Big 12 Media Day despite the arrest, via The Oklahoman's Justin Martinez.

“Earlier Monday, OSU announced that Gordon would be one of four Cowboy players attending Big 12 Media Days on Tuesday in Las Vegas,” Martinez said.

Gordon will join head coach Mike Gundy, quarterback Alan Bowman, and linebackers Nick Martin and Collin Oliver as the school's representatives at the event.

The Cowboys are looking to build on a successful 2023 campaign, in which they finished 10-4 overall and 7-2 in Big 12 play, good for second in the conference. They also defeated Texas A&M in the Texas Bowl.

Gordon figures to be an integral part of Oklahoma State's offense again, as he was named the Big 12 Preseason Offensive Player of the Year, as well as receiving Preseason All-Big 12 honors. Gundy is expected to address Gordon's arrest on Tuesday, along with any possible discipline he may receive.