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Lost in this roller-coaster off-season is the student-athlete’s mental health

There is no doubt player safety and physical health is a big concern in this COVID-19 world as the ACC, SEC and Big 12 continue to push forward and attempt to have a college football season in 2020.

But what about the student-athletes’ mental health? It is an issue that is not often brought up in these times when everyone is so concerned about players’ safety and catching the coronavirus. How are players handling the roller coaster of emotions as some conferences postpone the fall sports season while others press on?

“I think, right now, with us being back and practicing, the guys have a routine.