Oh, this is rich. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell issued a
statement Saturday on the country’s racial unrest, and the commissioner all
but raised a clench fist in solidarity with protestors. Why, their “reaction to these incidents
reflect the pain, anger and frustration that so many of us feel.” “Us”?
Roger Goodell and the NFL us?
Goodell goes on to say, “There
remains much more to do as a country and as a league. These tragedies inform the NFL’s commitment
[???!!!] and ongoing efforts. There
remains an urgent need for action…We embrace that responsibility and are
committed to continuing the important work to address these systemic issues
together with our players, clubs and partners.”
You coulda fooled me.
For openers, how about some
signatures on the statement? I can think
of two in particular, Jerry Jones of the Cowboys and Robert Kraft of the Patriots. Get those friends of Trump to sign on the
dotted line, and I’ll be impressed as to intent.
An apology to ex-NFL quarterback
Colin Kaepernick also would’ve added some substance to Goodell’s words. Kaepernick effectively ended his career four
years ago by trying to publicize issues that Goodell is only touching upon
now. Admissions of error and
responsibility would go a long way in demonstrating serious intent,
Commissioner. Are you ready to make
those? I don't think so.
Now prove me wrong.
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