Gloria Allred calls presser to detail another NFL abuse case
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Good news for the NFL. Gloria Allred's arrival usually signifies that a scandal has almost played out.
Something like 25% of all women experience domestic violence at some point. It is especially prevalent among the demographic that would be most attached to NFL players (women aged 20-25). Which is to say that I wouldn't be surprised if there are a bunch more of these cases that are under or un-reported and we are just seeing the tip of the iceberg.
However, the negative of this attention is that I feel people will likely become a story of NFL criminals instead of the wider issues in our society. Now, it may be that NFL players abuse their partners more than the general population, I don't know. I just think that people will spend an awful lot of time opining about the nature of the sport and its connection to abuse instead of getting to the real story.
That said, I am on board with the NFL having a low tolerance policy if they want to be thought leaders and change agents on this.
However, the negative of this attention is that I feel people will likely become a story of NFL criminals instead of the wider issues in our society. Now, it may be that NFL players abuse their partners more than the general population, I don't know. I just think that people will spend an awful lot of time opining about the nature of the sport and its connection to abuse instead of getting to the real story.
That said, I am on board with the NFL having a low tolerance policy if they want to be thought leaders and change agents on this.
soxhop411 said:
Yeah if he swept something under the rug and they have some hard evidence, RG is pretty much gone.
uncannymanny said:
Based on what? He's completely fucked up badly, with many people calling for his head, yet every single owner who has spoken out has been nothing but supportive.
I was just going to say when this clown shows up you know the end is near. She's a vulture looking for scraps.maufman said:
Hopefully we can get another comedy video out of this press conference, like the time she jacked off a baseball bat in front of that family that went to the Braves game.
Maybe, but even the owners will have to bend to public opinion at some point.glennhoffmania said:
I'm not one out for Roger's head, but the thought of a Condi Rice commissionership makes me very happy. I'd just prefer it under better circumstances.
There is no Rev said:Depends on who the player is.
Absolutely. Which re-raises the question: Who is Ray "John Galt" Rice?
smastroyin said:
Wow, that's terrible (the ~25% part). This is a good post. There is an opportunity here to use the NFL example to shine light on - which hopefully leads to a positive change in - an epidemic problem in our society in general. Like you said, I hope that is what comes of it, as opposed to seeing this as just a NFL problem.
Has any owner spoken in the past 24-48 hours since sponsors have began getting involved with statements/threats and/or taking action as some have? Once this snowball turns into an avalanche and threatens the owners bottom line you will see the support for RG end.glennhoffmania said:
HomeRunBaker said:
I posted this yesterday. It was from yesterday morning.
http://sonsofsamhorn.net/topic/85237-roger-gs-wheel-of-justice/?p=5639474
glennhoffmania said:
It looks to me like they have some evidence that Goodell essentially blew them off. Any other time this might slip past, but right now I don't think he can weather a storm like that.
Ed Hillel said:
I can picture her last week, talking to her minions. "Find me a case, and find me a case NOW. It's time to grandstand on this cause under the guise of helping people."
Duffie Dixon 11Alive @DuffieDixon 56sTomRicardo said:
Kristina Spivey's accusation against Denver Bronco Brandon Marshall. Former girlfriend said she was beaten #11alive
I bet she wrestled with how to write that. Do I include the words "one of" or just add "woman" and declare myself #1.BigSoxFan said:
If someone is watching, please tell me if she says the words "O.J."
I'm guessing that bet would be about 5:2.
I'm guessing that bet would be about 5:2.
TomRicardo said:
Used to play for the Broncos.
What's ironic is that there's a linebacker named Brandon Marshall who does, currently, play for the Broncos.
jayhoz said:
Friend of the main victim (girlfriend), though this girl says she was a victim herself.