Roethlisberger - Suspension cut to 4 games - GoFuckYourself.com

selena · 09-03-2010, 09:33 AM

NEW YORK -- Ben Roethlisberger's suspension has been cut from six games to four by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.

The Pittsburgh Steelers' star quarterback met with Goodell early Friday and was told he could return on Oct. 17 against Cleveland.

Roethlisberger was suspended in April for violating the league's personal conduct policy, but Goodell said at the time he would review the player's behavior over the next few months. Goodell was satisfied that the quarterback has followed the league's guidelines and stayed out of trouble.

Roethlisberger was accused of sexually assaulting a Georgia college student following a night of drinking in a Milledgeville, Ga., bar on March 5. He was not charged by Georgia authorities.

The league said the "reinstatement is contingent on Roethlisberger continuing to adhere to the program established by our advisors and avoiding any further violations of the personal conduct policy."

"You have told me and the Steelers that you are committed to making better decisions," Goodell said in a letter to Roethlisberger. "Your actions over the past several months have been consistent with that promise and you must continue to honor that commitment."

Roethlisberger is the first player suspended by Goodell under the NFL's personal conduct policy who was not arrested, charged with or convicted of a crime. However, Goodell said in April the policy allows him to impose such a penalty when the league's integrity and reputation are at stake.

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Roethlisberger's representatives at one point wanted the suspension cut in half, to three games, but Goodell stipulated in April it would be a six-game ban that could only be reduced to four games.

Steelers president Art Rooney accompanied Roethlisberger on his trip to see Goodell, a meeting that took place in New Jersey. Rooney and his organization kept in frequent contact with Goodell throughout the four-month process, during which Roethlisberger underwent extensive evaluations.

Indeed, Goodell's ruling was made in consultation with Rooney and the Steelers, who were angered by the two-time Super Bowl winner's behavior and would have punished him if the league hadn't.

The Steelers said they might have a statement later Friday.

Roethlisberger and Goodell met last month at the team's training camp in Latrobe, Pa. At that time, Goodell said he was encouraged by the progress Roethlisberger was making and promised to make his decision on the term of the suspension before the regular season began.

Goodell kept his word Friday.

While he is out, Roethlisberger can't practice with the Steelers, nor can he attend games or represent the team publicly in any way. He can't have contact with any member of the coaching staff or football operations personnel.
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Roethlisberger plans to work with a California-based quarterbacks coach, George Whitfield, and he'll throw to some free-agent receivers who are looking for work in the league.

The Steelers re-signed Byron Leftwich and planned to start him in Roethlisberger's absence. But Leftwich hurt his left knee in Thursday night's exhibition finale against Carolina. Depending on the extent of the injury, Pittsburgh could be down to Dennis Dixon and veteran Charlie Batch while Roethlisberger is suspended, and would certainly need to add another QB.

Pittsburgh hosts Atlanta, plays at Tennessee and Tampa Bay and then hosts division rival Baltimore before an Oct. 10 bye. Roethlisberger can begin practicing with the Steelers on Oct. 4.

Roethlisberger also is being sued in Nevada by a woman who says he sexually assaulted her there in 2008. No charges were brought in that case, and it did not figure in the NFL's suspension

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...=breaking_news

NaughtyRob · 09-03-2010, 10:37 AM

Great news for us Steeler fans. And looks like Dixon will start the first game.

CIVMatt · 09-03-2010, 10:59 AM

Dammit I knew I should of grabbed him as my backup this year

NaughtyRob · 09-03-2010, 11:01 AM

I have Schaub starting and Favre backup or yeah I'd do the same.

V_RocKs · 09-03-2010, 12:06 PM

The guy should be in jail... Like any other rapist.

Kingfish · 09-03-2010, 12:09 PM

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PR_Sebas · 09-03-2010, 12:32 PM

It's simple as to why it was cut. He's white, he's won superbowls and the NFL is better off when teams like Pitt and their star players are on top of the league.

If this were Vick, or Owens or some other start black player it would have never been reduced.

Godell and the NFL know exactly what they're doing.

09-03-2010, 09:33 AM	#1
selena Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: On The Edge Posts: 7,992	Roethlisberger - Suspension cut to 4 games NEW YORK -- Ben Roethlisberger's suspension has been cut from six games to four by NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. The Pittsburgh Steelers' star quarterback met with Goodell early Friday and was told he could return on Oct. 17 against Cleveland. Roethlisberger was suspended in April for violating the league's personal conduct policy, but Goodell said at the time he would review the player's behavior over the next few months. Goodell was satisfied that the quarterback has followed the league's guidelines and stayed out of trouble. Roethlisberger was accused of sexually assaulting a Georgia college student following a night of drinking in a Milledgeville, Ga., bar on March 5. He was not charged by Georgia authorities. The league said the "reinstatement is contingent on Roethlisberger continuing to adhere to the program established by our advisors and avoiding any further violations of the personal conduct policy." "You have told me and the Steelers that you are committed to making better decisions," Goodell said in a letter to Roethlisberger. "Your actions over the past several months have been consistent with that promise and you must continue to honor that commitment." Roethlisberger is the first player suspended by Goodell under the NFL's personal conduct policy who was not arrested, charged with or convicted of a crime. However, Goodell said in April the policy allows him to impose such a penalty when the league's integrity and reputation are at stake. Unlock HQ Video HQ video delivered by Akamai Roethlisberger's representatives at one point wanted the suspension cut in half, to three games, but Goodell stipulated in April it would be a six-game ban that could only be reduced to four games. Steelers president Art Rooney accompanied Roethlisberger on his trip to see Goodell, a meeting that took place in New Jersey. Rooney and his organization kept in frequent contact with Goodell throughout the four-month process, during which Roethlisberger underwent extensive evaluations. Indeed, Goodell's ruling was made in consultation with Rooney and the Steelers, who were angered by the two-time Super Bowl winner's behavior and would have punished him if the league hadn't. The Steelers said they might have a statement later Friday. Roethlisberger and Goodell met last month at the team's training camp in Latrobe, Pa. At that time, Goodell said he was encouraged by the progress Roethlisberger was making and promised to make his decision on the term of the suspension before the regular season began. Goodell kept his word Friday. While he is out, Roethlisberger can't practice with the Steelers, nor can he attend games or represent the team publicly in any way. He can't have contact with any member of the coaching staff or football operations personnel. NFL RedZone Watching football on Sundays will be a whole new experience with NFL Network's new channel, NFL RedZone. Find out why. Roethlisberger plans to work with a California-based quarterbacks coach, George Whitfield, and he'll throw to some free-agent receivers who are looking for work in the league. The Steelers re-signed Byron Leftwich and planned to start him in Roethlisberger's absence. But Leftwich hurt his left knee in Thursday night's exhibition finale against Carolina. Depending on the extent of the injury, Pittsburgh could be down to Dennis Dixon and veteran Charlie Batch while Roethlisberger is suspended, and would certainly need to add another QB. Pittsburgh hosts Atlanta, plays at Tennessee and Tampa Bay and then hosts division rival Baltimore before an Oct. 10 bye. Roethlisberger can begin practicing with the Steelers on Oct. 4. Roethlisberger also is being sued in Nevada by a woman who says he sexually assaulted her there in 2008. No charges were brought in that case, and it did not figure in the NFL's suspension http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...=breaking_news __________________ ~ Doer of Things at MetArtMoney Where Flawless Beauty Meets Art ~The MetArt Network ~ selena.delgado9

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PR_Sebas Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,825	It's simple as to why it was cut. He's white, he's won superbowls and the NFL is better off when teams like Pitt and their star players are on top of the league. If this were Vick, or Owens or some other start black player it would have never been reduced. Godell and the NFL know exactly what they're doing. __________________

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