I don’t disagree. But at the end of the day, what supersedes all of that is public opinion believing that some 40+ accusations mean he is guilty of sexual misconduct. People aren’t going to be upset if his suspension is extended.
I think it comes down to 2 grand juries could not charge him with a misdemeanor and the NFL only brought 5 cases to Judge Robinson- and supposedly did not make a convincing case- esp. because one of those cases was discredited during the process.
On the grounds that he wants to, all he has ever had to say before.
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but the whole reason behind any of these situations is the optics involved in running a business.
Optics
It’s in the players agreement right?
And they should have. They will continue to take a public relations hit on this because of the unevenness in the comparison.
Yep so it doesn't look good on Goodell appealing basically the decision he agreed upon. He already has made bad decisions in the past with the owners, that makes him look worse. I just don't see an appeal.
Could see that happening if Goodell pushes for more games. Either way it's gonna be something of a shit show for the Browns simply due to the fact that he can't please everyone...
Fair projection. At the same time, don’t forget that the NFLPA is arguably the weakest of all the player unions in pro sports. They rarely have leverage and even in situations where they do, they seemingly take it on the chin every time. I’m still thinking we are looking at a minimum of 8 games with the NFL having an eye on avoiding week 13 @Houston.
No doubt. It comes down to which violation of the optics they fear more.
