Pacman Jones Drops Suspension Appeal
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After a third meeting with Commissioner Goodell, Pacman Jones has decided to drop his appeal of a yearlong suspension. I’m not surprised. I said previously all that effort of an appeal was a complete waste of time. In a statement issued by newly hired agent Michael Huyghue (who was his agent when he was drafted a couple years ago), Pacman said:
“I understand my responsibilities to my teammates, the Titans and my fans and I am committed to turning my life around and being a positive member of the NFL. Last week, I asked for an opportunity to meet privately with commissioner Goodell. I met with him earlier today to tell him about the steps I have taken to change my life since being suspended by the NFL. I accept the discipline that’s been imposed on me and I am withdrawing my appeal.”
That’s just being responsible and taking your medicine like a man. And it’s good to see Pacman taking this route and focusing his efforts on becoming a better citizen rather than wasting his time fighting the system. But it’s not that simple. Still pending is a case in Las Vegas involving a fight and shooting at a strip club during the NBA All-Star weekend that left one person paralyzed. The outcome of that case could determine whether the suspension is reduced from 16 games to 10 games. The lesser punishment could happen if Pacman follows the conditions set by Commissioner Goodell and is not arrested again. Sounds simple enough, but when you carry as much baggage as Pacman Jones does, it’s easier said than done. If he misses the entire season, the suspension will cost him his salary of nearly $1.3 million.
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