Auburn defensive back Traivon Leonard will opt out of the 2020 season, he announced on Instagram on Friday afternoon.
Leonard, a reserve defender from West Palm Beach, Fla., said he contracted COVID-19 two weeks ago. He revealed he also has an prior health condition that will keep him from performing at his "best ability" this season.
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Leonard is the second Tiger in as many days to opt out after linebacker Chandler Wooten yesterday.
A 2-star prospect out of Oxbridge Academy three years ago, Leonard recorded a tackle in four games during his true freshman year in 2017.
The senior played corner his freshman and sophomore seasons before moving to safety last year.
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