Former Seahawk Kemah Siverand publicly apologizes after hotel incident that got him cut

The rookie cornerback released a statement after his risky actions at training camp

Kemah Siverand made headlines for all of the wrong reasons during Seattle Seahawks training camp. He was released by the team after he got caught trying to sneak a female visitor into the team hotel. She was wearing Seahawks gear as an effort to conceal herself and make her look like she was part of the team.

The team has enforced a bubble-like scenario during training camp. Given the coronavirus pandemic, teams are being extra cautious about having unknown guests enter team facilities and hotels.

Kemah Siverand apologizes for his actions on Twitter

On Monday, the undrafted rookie from Oklahoma State released a statement, publicly apologizing for what he described as a “lapse in judgment.” He released the statement on his Twitter account, noting that he privately apologized to head coach Pete Carroll, general manager John Schneider, and the Seahawks organization.

“I violated team rules, which would be unacceptable in normal times, but absolutely inexcusable now during a pandemic. I understand my lapse in judgment not only put myself at risk, but also put my teammates and the organization at risk, thankfully no one else was affected by my actions. I want everyone to know that I am truly sorry, hold myself accountable and am ready to move forward,” said Siverand in his apology.

Siverand also added that he does not was this situation to define him and will “continue training harder than ever to continue pursuing my dreams of playing in the National Football league.” The former Seahawk cleared waivers after his release, meaning he could find another opportunity to play on any team that shows interest. He hasn’t received a call from a team yet, but this apology is a step in the right direction for the 23-year-old to potentially get on an NFL roster.