In the statement posted on Friday, Meyer opened with an apology to Courtney Smith, the wife of former OSU coach Zach Smith, but then again denied knowledge of misconduct against Smith or that he had deliberately lied at Big Ten media day.

Retired NFL player Ryan Leaf was unimpressed

After Ohio State announced its decision to suspend Meyer for three games, Leaf voiced his opinion. 

When Ryan Leaf is the voice of reason, you know you may not be in touch with reality and perception. Urban should listen up.