Oklahoma State LB tests positive for COVID-19 after attending protest
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Oklahoma State linebacker Amen Ogbongbemiga announced Tuesday on Twitter that he's tested positive for COVID-19 after attending a rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
After attending a protest in Tulsa AND being well protective of myself, I have tested positive for COVID-19. Please, if you are going to protest, take care of yourself and stay safe.
— Amen Ogbongbemiga (@closedprayer) June 3, 2020
Ogbongbemiga was one of 30 players who returned to campus Monday as part of Oklahoma State's first phase of reopening. All players and staff were tested for the coronavirus, sources told ESPN's Sam Khan Jr.
The linebacker will reportedly be quarantined in separate on-campus accommodations before being tested again Friday and at a later date.
The Big 12 recently announced that football players can return to voluntary workouts starting June 15.
Ogbongbemiga was a second-team All-Big 12 selection last year after racking up 100 total tackles (15.5 for a loss), five sacks, and one interception.
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