Oregon State's Damien Martinez out of bowl game after arrest
Nov 11, 2023; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon State Beavers running back Damien Martinez (6) runs with the ball for a touchdown during the first half against the Stanford Cardinal at Reser Stadium. credits: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports Oregon State running back Damien Martinez will not play in the team's upcoming bowl game following his arrest on DUI charges.
"We are aware of the alleged law violations involving Damien Martinez and take these matters very seriously," athletic director Scott Barnes said in a statement released Thursday night. "Damien will not be participating in the upcoming bowl game and we will continue to gather more information about the investigation."
Martinez was pulled over for allegedly speeding in Corvallis, Ore., on Wednesday and subsequently cited for DUI and possession of marijuana by a minor.
Martinez addressed his situation in a post on social media Thursday.
"Made a mistake, I am fine, I WAS FINE, I'll be fine..." Martinez, a sophomore from Lewisville, Texas, wrote.
The No. 20 Beavers were 8-4 in the regular season, and Martinez led them in rushing with 1,185 yards, good for second in the Pac-12. He scored nine touchdowns.
Oregon State will learn its bowl destination on Sunday.
—Field Level Media
- UFC Vegas 124: Betting Picks for Suarez-Jandiroba, Grant-Smith and More
- UFC Vegas 124 Line Movement: Two Fights Have Flipped Since Opening
- College Football Picks Today: Three Best Bets for Saturday's Massive Slate
- UFC Fight Night Underdog Pick: Davey Grant Offers Value at +270
- College Basketball Picks: Two Saturday Sleeper Bets on Nov. 7th
- UFC Vegas 124 Betting Splits: Where the Sharp Money Is Landing This Weekend
- NBA Best Bets Today: Spurs, 76ers and Lakers Highlight Friday's Picks
