Oklahoma linebacker Eric Striker apologized Monday night for his language and behavior in Knoxville over the weekend following the Sooners’ double overtime win over Tennessee.

Striker’s written apology was posted on Oklahoma’s official football Twitter account:

As a 21 year old young man, I take full responsibility for my actions and understand I have to pay consequences for my negative actions. In no way were my actions after Saturday’s game a reflection of the way my parents raised me or the guidance I’ve been given as an Oklahoma football player. I want to apologize to the university and my family for my behavior last Saturday. Also to the fans that I may have hurt and disappointed. I’ve been too much of a good kid and a leader to my peers to behave in a negative manner. I hope the people I’ve hurt can find it in their heart to forgive me.

Truly yours: Eric Striker

Tennessee coach Butch Jones caught up with Striker on the field after the game and told him to “show a little class.”