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FuglyStick · 04-21-2010, 12:39 PM

Just because no laws were broken (and that's a bit muddled) doesn't mean the NFL can't impose a code of conduct for their players. As much as professional athletes like to claim they aren't role models--they are. Their behavior, both on and off the field, is a reflection of the organization. And they are compensated quite handsomely for maintaining discretion. The NFL is doing Ben a favor by fining him for his stupidity.

It's not against the law to be a member of a white supremacist group either. Should the NFL turn a blind eye if a player was to show up at a cross burning?

04-21-2010, 12:39 PM	#13 (permalink)
FuglyStick WHEEEE! Whee! Whee! WHEEEE! Location: Southern Illinois	Just because no laws were broken (and that's a bit muddled) doesn't mean the NFL can't impose a code of conduct for their players. As much as professional athletes like to claim they aren't role models--they are. Their behavior, both on and off the field, is a reflection of the organization. And they are compensated quite handsomely for maintaining discretion. The NFL is doing Ben a favor by fining him for his stupidity. It's not against the law to be a member of a white supremacist group either. Should the NFL turn a blind eye if a player was to show up at a cross burning? __________________ AZIZ! LIGHT! Last edited by FuglyStick; 04-21-2010 at 12:42 PM..