That's a whole different argument and I initially agreed with you but since Jerry Brown's mother asked for him to get a second chance I'm more inclined to go with what the victim's family wishes.
Browns family has been 100% behind Brent through the entire process. I don't think you would be hurting their feelings in any way to let him play football again. In my opinion his family is the only one that should be taken into consideration.
Where is the amorality and mercenary in this? The man made a tragic mistake and paid the debt society demanded. When is giving someone a second chance a mercenary act. I detest drunk drivers but once they have squared the debt they have done all they can. I think it is more tragic to send young men into a hopeless war than what you are depecting.
There are 31 other teams to give him a second chance. We gave him multiple chances and he blew it. Time to move on.
Right.
Why exactly should he do that? Brown's best support system would almost certainly be in Dallas. His talent would help Dallas.
I never have understood why people don't want convicts to be able to get a job when they get out. What do thay want them to do then? Sell dope?
because he's worn out his welcome here. because we're (hopefully) not a mercenary outfit. because we stuck with him through the failed drug tests but vehicular homicide is a bridge too far. because he's not talented enough to justify retaining him. shall I go on?
I guess I should read the whole thread before posting. Time. Stamped.
I think he has only worn out his welcome with you, otherwise he hasn't. The owner, players and family of the victim has shown no signs that he has worn out his welcome. If he is more talented then the worst D-line on our roster then he is absolutely worth having on the roster in my opinion.
yes, I have standards and values. sue me.
and therein lies the tragedy
you're an "anything goes" kinda guy. i'm not. so there you go.
You can have a team of Tim Tebow's.
oh, that's my choice? Brent or Tim Tebow? nothing in-between? if only Antonio Bryant had killed someone instead of throwing a towel ...
So you don't want any drunk drivers on your team? Or only the ones who get in an accident while they are drunk? What about the ones that don't get caught drunk driving, but do?
