Video of Ray Ray punching fiancee released by TMZ
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ESPN - NFL: Judge rules Roger Goodell must testify at hearing on Ray Rice's appeal of his suspension - Source
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I just hope he gets reinstated so we can sign him to back up Murray.
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The NFL was deemed to have never seen the Ray Rice in-elevator video before the public saw it, according to findings released Thursday by an investigation led by former FBI director Robert Mueller.
Roger Goodell's assertion that no one at the NFL's league office had previous knowledge of the Ray Rice video was proved true by the Mueller report.
"We found no evidence that anyone at the NFL had or saw the in-elevator video before it was publicly shown. We also found no evidence that a woman at the NFL acknowledged receipt of that video in a voicemail message on April 9, 2014," the report said.
The Associated Press originally reported that a law enforcement official showed the AP the video and played for it a 12-second voice mail dated April 9 in which a woman verifies receipt of the video.
Although the findings supported commissioner Roger Goodell's assertion that the league had not seen the video that shows Rice, the former Ravens running back, punching his then-fiancée, Janay Palmer, in an Atlantic City elevator, the Mueller report did say the NFL could have done more to properly investigate the charges.
"We concluded there was substantial information about the incident -- even without the in-elevator video -- indicating the need for a more thorough investigation," the report said. "The NFL should have done more with the information it had, and should have taken additional steps to obtain all available information about the February 15 incident."
The report also said the NFL failed to:
• Contact police officers who investigated the incident, the Atlantic City Prosecutor's office or the hotel to obtain or view the in-elevator video.
• Ask Rice or his lawyer whether they would make the tape available.
• Follow up with the Baltimore Ravens to determine whether they had additional information, following the league's initial contact with the team.
In response to the report's findings, a joint statement was released by New York Giants president John Mara and Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II, who were picked by the league to oversee Mueller's investigation.
"As owners, we are the first to agree that the NFL did not have a sufficient policy in place to deal with players or other personnel accused of domestic violence," the statement read in part. "... We were slow to react, and in the case of Ray Rice, the original punishment was insufficient. In addition, the steps taken by the NFL to investigate this matter were inadequate. Since then, a new policy concerning domestic violence and other rules for conduct violations have been put into place. We believe these new policies are tough and appropriate."
The joint statement also said NFL owners are confident that Goodell " is the right person to lead the league as we move forward."
While acknowledging that the NFL has made strides to improve its personal conduct policy, the report offered additional suggestions, including the creation of a specialized investigative team for domestic violence and sexual abuse cases.
According to the Mueller report, the AP did not reveal the name of the official who showed it the video and voice mail, nor did the AP provide the official's phone number to investigators. Investigators working with Mueller did not make contact with the man. He told the AP he took steps to avoid being found or identified by the NFL.
In addition, according to the Mueller report, the Atlantic City Police Department, which obtained video footage from the hotel and had a detailed recounting of the in-elevator video from one of its lieutenants, declined to make any of its employees available for interviews or written questions.
Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.
Roger Goodell's assertion that no one at the NFL's league office had previous knowledge of the Ray Rice video was proved true by the Mueller report.
"We found no evidence that anyone at the NFL had or saw the in-elevator video before it was publicly shown. We also found no evidence that a woman at the NFL acknowledged receipt of that video in a voicemail message on April 9, 2014," the report said.
The Associated Press originally reported that a law enforcement official showed the AP the video and played for it a 12-second voice mail dated April 9 in which a woman verifies receipt of the video.
Although the findings supported commissioner Roger Goodell's assertion that the league had not seen the video that shows Rice, the former Ravens running back, punching his then-fiancée, Janay Palmer, in an Atlantic City elevator, the Mueller report did say the NFL could have done more to properly investigate the charges.
"We concluded there was substantial information about the incident -- even without the in-elevator video -- indicating the need for a more thorough investigation," the report said. "The NFL should have done more with the information it had, and should have taken additional steps to obtain all available information about the February 15 incident."
The report also said the NFL failed to:
• Contact police officers who investigated the incident, the Atlantic City Prosecutor's office or the hotel to obtain or view the in-elevator video.
• Ask Rice or his lawyer whether they would make the tape available.
• Follow up with the Baltimore Ravens to determine whether they had additional information, following the league's initial contact with the team.
In response to the report's findings, a joint statement was released by New York Giants president John Mara and Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II, who were picked by the league to oversee Mueller's investigation.
"As owners, we are the first to agree that the NFL did not have a sufficient policy in place to deal with players or other personnel accused of domestic violence," the statement read in part. "... We were slow to react, and in the case of Ray Rice, the original punishment was insufficient. In addition, the steps taken by the NFL to investigate this matter were inadequate. Since then, a new policy concerning domestic violence and other rules for conduct violations have been put into place. We believe these new policies are tough and appropriate."
The joint statement also said NFL owners are confident that Goodell " is the right person to lead the league as we move forward."
While acknowledging that the NFL has made strides to improve its personal conduct policy, the report offered additional suggestions, including the creation of a specialized investigative team for domestic violence and sexual abuse cases.
According to the Mueller report, the AP did not reveal the name of the official who showed it the video and voice mail, nor did the AP provide the official's phone number to investigators. Investigators working with Mueller did not make contact with the man. He told the AP he took steps to avoid being found or identified by the NFL.
In addition, according to the Mueller report, the Atlantic City Police Department, which obtained video footage from the hotel and had a detailed recounting of the in-elevator video from one of its lieutenants, declined to make any of its employees available for interviews or written questions.
Information from The Associated Press was used in this report.
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Ray Rice grievance settles
Posted by Mike Florio on January 15, 2015, 9:12 AM EST
On Thursday, a hearing was scheduled to commence between the Ravens and running back Ray Rice regarding whether the team owes him more than $3.5 million for cutting him hours after the notorious in-elevator video surfaced on September 8.
Per a league source with knowledge of the situation, Rice’s grievance against the Ravens has settled. It happened, according to the source, several days ago. Which renders entirely moot a lengthy article published last night by the Baltimore Sun regarding the looming grievance hearing. (And which also renders moot the lengthy analysis of the grievance hearing posted here within the last hour based on the article in the Sun.)
The term “settled” implies money changed hands. Chances are that the amount will not be disclosed publicly, which is common when money changes hands to put to rest a legal claim.
So that ends the relationship between Rice and the Ravens. The real question is whether anyone else will give Rice a job.
Posted by Mike Florio on January 15, 2015, 9:12 AM EST
On Thursday, a hearing was scheduled to commence between the Ravens and running back Ray Rice regarding whether the team owes him more than $3.5 million for cutting him hours after the notorious in-elevator video surfaced on September 8.
Per a league source with knowledge of the situation, Rice’s grievance against the Ravens has settled. It happened, according to the source, several days ago. Which renders entirely moot a lengthy article published last night by the Baltimore Sun regarding the looming grievance hearing. (And which also renders moot the lengthy analysis of the grievance hearing posted here within the last hour based on the article in the Sun.)
The term “settled” implies money changed hands. Chances are that the amount will not be disclosed publicly, which is common when money changes hands to put to rest a legal claim.
So that ends the relationship between Rice and the Ravens. The real question is whether anyone else will give Rice a job.
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Give the guy a couple of bucks and let Murray go?
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He has really regressed lately. I don't think he is worth the drama.
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I wouldn't mind seeing him on a one year deal with fresh legs. He's a veteran back that you can count on to pass block. The drama will have blown over by September, IMO.
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Are you kidding me? This is perfect Jerry stuff...gives a guy a second change, saves a family.