Patrick Semansky/Associated Press Ohio State student-athletes released a statement Friday saying the “Big Ten Unity Proposal” posted Wednesday on The Players’ Tribune in coordination with the College Athlete Unity organization isn’t a direct representation of their views. Jonathon Cooper, a member of OSU’s football team, posted the Buckeyes’ full statement: Jonathon Cooper @JonathonCooper7 https://t.co/oZgrdo0tQa The unity proposal, which was authored by “Players of the Big Ten” and said it represented “over 1,000 Big Ten football players,” was a 24-point plan focused on safety protocols and player protections if fall sports occur in 2020 amid the coronavirus pandemic. “We have started a dialogue in good faith with the Big Ten and hope that the NCAA will follow suit,” the players said. “Given the short time frame, and with our season at stake, this conversation must happen now.” It came after the Big Ten announced its plans for the college football season, which is…
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