Roger Goodell’s Opportunity To Send a Message to NFL Players

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Published: June 19, 2009

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... to disciplining NFL players.

No matter how big or small the infraction may be, players who step out of line can expect that Goddell will bring the hammer down on them.

Now, as he approaches the third anniversary of his role as commish, Roger Goodell is faced with his toughest test to date.

Of course, I am referring to the situation surrounding Donte Stallworth and his recent plea agreement.

Many NFL fans were outraged that Stallworth and his legal team managed to turn a DUI manslaughter charge into a 30-day prison sentence.

Part of his punishment included a settlement with the family of the victim for an undisclosed sum.

Still, no amount of money or jail time can undo the damage done by Stallworth and his foolish decision to get behind the wheel of his car after having too much to drink.

For the time being, he did the best (and smartest) thing he could do, which is suspend Stallworth indefinitely. The indefinite suspension delays any po...

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