LeGarrette writes letter of apology

In the immediate aftermath of The Punch Heard ‘Round the World, LeGarrette Blount called both Boise State head coach Chris Petersen and the player on the receiving end of the right cross, Byron Haut, and apologized for his actions.

Today, the Oregon running back apologized for the embarrassment he brought to the university.

In a letter attributed to him and appearing in the school newspaper, Blount apologized for “poor judgment and lost self-control” for not only the punch but for the batsh-t crazy meltdown immediately following the initial incident.

Here’s the complete text of Blount’s apology:

Though the incident at Boise State happened before the start of classes, there probably are few members of our University community who are unaware of the images and media reports of my regrettable actions following the Oregon-Boise State football game. There is no justification for my behavior -- not the “heat of the moment,” not the “agony of defeat,” and definitely not anything said or done by an opponent.

Being a student-athlete at the University of Oregon should be about being a good student working to positively represent the University and its football program under coach Chip Kelly, and handling both victories and defeats with sportsmanship, class, and character. That night, I used poor judgment and lost self-control. My actions reflected poorly upon my teammates, our football program, and our University. And for this, I offer my sincerest apologies and heartfelt regrets.

On a personal note, I probably will never be able to erase the memories of the post-game events of that day. Given this, I do not expect to be given a second chance to be a positive and responsible member of the football program and of this community. Going forward, what I hope for is the opportunity to show that I am able to earn a second chance as a University student. And if I am so fortunate, I believe that I also will demonstrate that I am a better man and a better human being for having lived through this unfortunate experience.

Sincerely, LeGarrette Blount