Thread for NFL players in trouble with the law

[ASB37]

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I actually think Goodell is handling himself pretty well in this press conference all things considered. There's no way that he can "win" this press conference with how angry people are, but he's doing a pretty good job of explaining why the original punishment was only two games, highlighting that they're now working with some women's organizations (which is a big deal considering that one women's organization was calling for him to resign), and highlighting some of the plans that the NFL has in store for dealing with all of this.

I personally disagree he is handling it well, but I agree he is in a no-win situation. This is what he had to do though, face the music. Just wish he would be held accountable for his mistakes. He said he gets to keep his job because he admitted he made a mistake, so if any of these players admit they made a mistake, they should be let back in the league right?

[Stu]

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I actually think Goodell is handling himself pretty well in this press conference all things considered. There's no way that he can "win" this press conference with how angry people are, but he's doing a pretty good job of explaining why the original punishment was only two games, highlighting that they're now working with some women's organizations (which is a big deal considering that one women's organization was calling for him to resign), and highlighting some of the plans that the NFL has in store for dealing with all of this.

He still has no answer to the questions about his credibility. He completely dodged the Rachel Nichols question re: Sean Payton and accountability. I don't see how he can be involved in any supplemental discipline going forward. How can he be trusted to fairly judge others when he himself is not being held accountable.

[rangerrick012]

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LOL Goodell is so full of ****. This press conference is a joke from the league's side but at least the press aren't letting him off the hook with softball questions.

Really? No one asked about the blatant lying about the rice tape from the league office. This whole thing seem like a dog and pony show. No one in the press gonna ask anything tough and risk losing access.

[ASB37]

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Really? No one asked about the blatant lying about the rice tape from the league office. This whole thing seem like a dog and pony show. No one in the press gonna ask anything tough and risk losing access.

Idk, I mean they asked him point blank how he is escaping any accountability on this and he just dodged it. They are in a tough spot, they have to maintain a decent relationship with Goodell and the league for the future but they also want to be tough at the same time. I've seen a lot softer questions tossed around in interviews.

Edit: LOL Benji from the Howard Stern show just crashed the press conference.

[SoxFan01605]

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wow...dude just tried to hijack the press conference with Ray Rice related skit (screaming "OW NO! DON'T TAKE ME TO THE ELEVATOR!")

[Yeah...THAT Guy]

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Ummm...what the hell just happened? lol

[19]

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All that was missing was a "don't taze me bro."

****in' Benji.

[Yeah...THAT Guy]

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I personally disagree he is handling it well, but I agree he is in a no-win situation. This is what he had to do though, face the music. Just wish he would be held accountable for his mistakes. He said he gets to keep his job because he admitted he made a mistake, so if any of these players admit they made a mistake, they should be let back in the league right?

1. They are let back into the league after they've served their respective punishments as long as teams are interested in signing them. Ex: Michael Vick

2. He didn't say he gets to keep his job because he admitted he made a mistake. He said that he is not worrying about whether or not he can keep his job, but that he believes that he should keep his job because he's acknowledged that they've made mistakes and then listed what they're doing about it. It's not really up to him whether or not he keeps his job anyways. It's up to the NFL owners. If they are content with the way that he is responding to the initial mistake, then that is good enough for him to keep his job.

[rangerrick012]

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I don't think this year is any worse either. The few stories we have are remaining headlines longer so it may seem worse.

Dude what? You have a guy who is one of the faces of the league accused of beating kids, and another guy who was arguably the face of his team caught on tape hitting his wife.

The incidents themselves may not be more frequent but the names involved combined w more arrests seemingly coming every week is why this had been a perfect **** storm for the NFL, and Goodell hasn't helped matters either.

[ASB37]

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1. They are let back into the league after they've served their respective punishments as long as teams are interested in signing them. Ex: Michael Vick

2. He didn't say he gets to keep his job because he admitted he made a mistake. He said that he is not worrying about whether or not he can keep his job, but that he believes that he should keep his job because he's acknowledged that they've made mistakes and then listed what they're doing about it. It's not really up to him whether or not he keeps his job anyways. It's up to the NFL owners. If they are content with the way that he is responding to the initial mistake, then that is good enough for him to keep his job.

Sure, but he isn't facing any type of formal punishment for his mistakes like the players are. I know you can't really suspend the commish, but if I was an owner I'd want his resignation.

[Yeah...THAT Guy]

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Sure, but he isn't facing any type of formal punishment for his mistakes like the players are. I know you can't really suspend the commish, but if I was an owner I'd want his resignation.

But you can't hold it against the commissioner if the owners don't feel that a resignation is the correct punishment.

It does however sound like he is likely giving up some of his power in these situations as a result of the mistakes that he's made.

[ASB37]

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But you can't hold it against the commissioner if the owners don't feel that a resignation is the correct punishment.

It does however sound like he is likely giving up some of his power in these situations as a result of the mistakes that he's made.

That's fair, hopefully he's forced to give up some of his $$$ as well since he is theoretically doing less work.

[ProfessaPackMan]

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Sure, but he isn't facing any type of formal punishment for his mistakes like the players are. I know you can't really suspend the commish, but if I was an owner I'd want his resignation.

Why? As long as he's not costing you money or your team money(which if you're an Owner, that's the only thing you're concerned about first and foremost)then there's no need to suspend him or ask him to step down.

[mestevo]

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That's fair, hopefully he's forced to give up some of his $$$ as well since he is theoretically doing less work.

lol, what does it matter to any of us if he only makes $35m next year instead of $40m+.

When the NFL gets through this (and it will), has more support than ever and ratings are even higher he'll probably get another raise if anything... despite the witchhunts.

Why? As long as he's not costing you money or your team money(which if you're an Owner, that's the only thing you're concerned about first and foremost)then there's no need to suspend him or ask him to step down.

I think some people are just caught up in the drama/moment.

[SPTO]

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Wow I just saw the interruption....Craziness.

Anywho it'll be interesting to see if the Goodell really does try to make amends but again, dodging responsibility when he himself ruled that ignorance isn't a defense regarding bountygate is a clear contradiction that he'll never live down IMO.

In case anyone missed it here's the interruption. (hopefully the video doesn't get taken down)

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