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Gators Kadarius Toney, Jacob Copeland see merits in opting out of 2020 season

GAINESVILLE — Florida Gators playmakers Kadarius Toney and Jacob Copeland posted on social media they see some merits to opting out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic.

After some push back on Twitter, Toney, replied, “Before you tell me what i should with MY life, Go tell my bro same thing you telling me ... He just lost his life due to COVID-19.”

Illinois running back Ra’Von Bonn and Virginia Tech cornerback Caleb Farley have announced they will opt out of 2020 season. Numerous NFL players have also announced plans to sit out, with the list growing to more than three dozen.