FSU footballer accuses school of lies about Covid-19 safety

Warren made the allegations in a letter that was posted on Instagram.

“Being a student athlete is difficult at this time and the good guidance regarding these issues does not exist. During this whole camp of the week, I have lied several times about the health conditions of players other than mine.

“Our leadership is based on an ‘I’ mentality, with them only worried about their own future instead of their own athletes,” the red skirt added, “I’m ridiculous about talking about this issue, and it needs to be addressed. for myself to go through the season safely. “

The letters come as college football teams try to figure out if they can keep a season safe as Covid-19 spreads across the country.

The virus, which can infect young people and make them sick, spreads mainly in places where people gather indoors, such as locker rooms. Clemson and Rutgers were just two of the teams that had big outbursts this summer.

FSU is part of the ACC, one of the Five Power conferences of college football. Of the five, the Big Ten and Pac-12 have postponed all bankruptcy sports due to the pandemic, while the Big 12, SEC and ACC, have announced plans to play football in the fall.

Asked about what Thompson had posted, FSU coach Mike Norvell said during a previously scheduled media availability, “It’s obviously disappointing to see what was said. We have been very open and transparent in this process.”

Some of Thompson’s teammates disagreed with his critical Instagram post.

“I feel safe to practice every day because of the protocols that FSU has in place !!!” defensive back Asante Samuel tweeted.

“I feel safe with what @FSUFootball is doing for us through this pandemic and keeping us safe,” tweeted Marvin Wilson, Seminoles defensive tackle. “Let’s play some football.”

FSU is scheduled to play its first game on September 12 against Georgia Tech. CNN has reached out to the university for comment.

CNN’s Eric Levenson contributed to this report.