Big Ten responds to Gee's Notre Dame, SEC comments

The Big Ten released a statement Thursday regarding Ohio State president Gordon Gee's comments about Notre Dame and the SEC. Read the statement in this post.

Here's the entire statement:

"The remarks made by Ohio State University President Gordon Gee were inappropriate and in no way represent the opinions of the conference,? said Big Ten Commissioner James E. Delany. "We have great respect for the University of Notre Dame and the SEC, and we are proud of the rich, competitive history we share with each."

Also, according to the release, Delany has personally communicated his regrets and apologies to both Notre Dame and the SEC.